I understand the appeal of having a wedding outdoors – who wouldn’t want the natural beauty of nature to be the backdrop of their special day? Because I got married in October (in a chilly, unpredictable city like Montreal) an outdoor ‘do was a major “don’t” in my mind. But a lot of couples, especially those who live in cold climates, seize the opportunity of summer and opt for a wedding outside beneath the skies, trees or stars.
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There’s something about an outdoor ceremony and reception that is fresh and inviting (as long as the weather holds!). Wedding vendors are catching on to the outdoor wedding trend by offering lots of terrific products that will help stylize your day. Most outdoor weddings take place in the summer months when the weather is warm, so in case it’s downright hot, offer guests individual fans (solid or folding ones) – place one on each seat, across a plate in a place setting, or set up a basket of them near the entrance. Also help your bridesmaids stay cool by giving them each a pretty parasol (you could even use them in place of holding a bouquet).
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