Not every couple wants to get married in a traditional ceremony in a church, or even a courthouse. One of the most popular trends for nuptials these days is getting married on the beach due to the stunning atmosphere and unique setting. However, like any outdoor wedding, it requires much advance planning, and then some. Here are three tips to help you plan everything from thematic catering to beach wedding ministers.
1. Time of Year
While this may seem obvious, many people don’t immediately consider the weather when they’re planning something like a beach wedding. The obvious winter or spring wedding is something more common, but beach weather is much different than simple seasons changing. For example, you don’t want to plan a beach wedding in the southeast coast during hurricane season. Considering what type of weather is typical for the beach you’re interested in can prevent a lot of disappointment.
2. What to Wear
The Knot suggests that in order to make your beach wedding go off without a hitch, beach brides forego the elaborate gown and opt for something environmentally appropriate that won’t become dirty or difficult to maneuver in. If you’re opting for a beach wedding, you’ll need to assume that nothing is going to be traditional. You can opt instead for a gown that’s still beautiful, but not the type of garment you’ll necessarily see in a bridal shop. This goes double for shoes for both bride and groom. The only people who wear traditional garb are beach wedding ministers.
3. Match the Catering to the Setting
One of the most memorable parts of a wedding is the food and the cutting of the cake. Having a beach wedding allows you to get creative with your cake. For example, if you like pineapple, having a pineapple flavored cake is much more acceptable during a wedding on the beach than at a traditional reception hall.
Beach weddings can provide one of the most unique and beautiful settings for a wedding. You just need to make sure you have all the logistics worked out well in advance for it to be a success.
