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Take the wedding outside, but be prepared
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a special day, often the perfect setting for a
wedding is the outdoors. An outdoor wedding can bring a lot
to the ceremony, but couples also have to be prepared for
the unpredictable Mother Nature. (Ms photo)
MS — Many couples tie the knot
outdoors, as nature can provide an
idyllic backdrop on such a special
day. In many ways, planning outdoor
weddings is similar to planning
weddings that take place with a roof
overhead and four walls surrounding
couples and their guests. But there
are some distinct features of both
indoor and outdoor weddings, and
couples planning the latter would be
wise to consider the following
factors before they commit to a
location for their ceremony.
• Laws: Laws dictate what can
and cannot be done in open spaces,
and couples with outdoor locations
in mind should confirm local laws
and regulations before they commit
to a location for their wedding.
Research which permits you might
need and if there are any rules or
restrictions at each location you are
considering. The cost of such
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permits may be negligible, but the
rules may restrict what you can do in
a given space and how long you can
do it. Discuss these rules with each
other to determine if the rules are
something both of you can live with.
• Location: Proximity to your
reception venue and the hotel where
guests are staying is another factor to
consider if you are planning on
hosting an outdoor wedding. A
remote location might provide
stunning views and privacy, but
guests might tire if the ceremony
location is far from the hotel and/or
reception venue. This should not be
too big an issue if the ceremony and
reception are held at the same locale,
but couples should still look for
nearby lodging before booking
remote outdoor locations.
• Weather: Weather is perhaps the
biggest factor couples must consider
when planning an outdoor wedding.
Outdoor weddings are best held
during those seasons when the threat
of precipitation is insignificant and
temperatures are mild, but it's still
necessary to have a back-up plan just
in case Mother Nature does not want
to co-operate.
If possible, find an outdoor
location that provides access to an
indoor ceremony facility in case of
inclement weather. If that's not
possible, monitor the forecast as
closely as possible and arrange for a
tent to be erected should rain start to
fall. (Note: The cost of such tents
can be considerable, so build this
contingency into your budget.)
If the forecast is calling for chillier
temperatures than you had hoped
for, e-mail guests in advance
reminding them to dress warmly.
• Logistics: No matter how
beautiful a backdrop may be, photos
of an outdoor ceremony can be
compromised. Couples, along with
their photographers, should visit the
site in the weeks before their
weddings to determine arrangements
for the ceremony that will guarantee
photos are not compromised by
sunlight or shade. Facility managers
can probably offer advice as to the
best places to hold the ceremony and
seat guests, but a run-through at the
location with your photographer in
tow can help ensure your photos
come out perfect.
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