Oct
13

5 Ways to Ensure You Have the Perfect Outdoor Wedding

If you’ll allow us to brag for just a moment, we have one of the most beautiful outdoor venues in the city!  Outdoor weddings are often coveted, but we acknowledge they can be stressful for those doing the planning.  Check out our tips for ensuring you pull of the perfect outdoor celebration.

Photo via InMotion

 

Have a Rain Plan:  We know it doesn’t rain much in Bakersfield, but if your entire party can’t fit inside the house, you’ll need to have some sturdy umbrellas on hand, some bride-worthy rainboots (and some for your wedding party, too!), and even a fun cover-up.
Photo via Be Spoke Bride

 

Prepare for the Heat: You’re more likely to need a sun-plan than a rain-plan here in Bakersfield.  Prepare with your photographer for the best spots on site to catch quality, squint-free photos!  Remember SPF, and consider umbrellas to shield your guests from the sun during the ceremony. Sunglasses are a fun give-away, and printing your program on individual fans is even better.  Remember we have cold drinks on-hand!

Wedding Program Fans Rustic Kraft & Lace
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Help Your Guests Prepare: Your wedding website should include information about your Big Day, your wedding party, your registries and your story as a couple.  Equally important, though, is the inclusion of information about how guests should expect to dress – especially if you have guests travelling in from out of town who are less familiar with the weather patterns.  As mentioned above, have some SPF on hand, a few extra umbrellas, and lots of water!

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Photo via Blue Soda Promo

 

Keep the Bugs Away: Aside from having bug spray, a fly-covered wedding cake doesn’t sound especially appetizing.  Arrange to have some citronella candles around!  They’ll keep the bugs away and add to the romantic ambiance.  Win-win!

DIY: Summer Citronella Candles perfect decoration for outdoor get-togethers.
Photo via Pinterest

 

Talk with Us About Your Needs: We are here to help make your day as seamless as possible.  If you have a wedding guest with special accessibility or health needs that may be affected by weather or the outdoor terrain, let us know!  Keep us apprised of your concerns and we’ll do our best to help.

Photo via Jessica Frey Photography
At the end of the day, we are here to accommodate you.  Our indoor venue is beautiful and will go out of our way to ensure your day is special.
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