& a look at recent Real Sixpence Weddings
Photo from Brooklyn & Nick’s day by Julia Elise Co.
So you’re saying your vows during the summer (First of all, congrats!). Now, we’ll be honest, the following tips are pretty relevant year round, but *especially* handy if you’re planning for a celebration in the sunshine season.
1. Keep it Cute & Keep it Cool
Even if you’re planning for an indoor ceremony, be mindful of the time you’ll spend out in the sun for photos. Parasols, paper fans, sunglasses, newspapers, and cotton handkerchiefs all have a practical purpose for hot days, and bonus points if they’re photo-friendly!
Becca & Brett’s day by Honey Lens Imaging
2. Sleek Signage
Minimize your guests walking from here to there in the heat by providing plentiful signage that indicates details of your day, like the timeline, bar menu, ceremony location, etc. A bonus tip if you want your guests to love you: utilize mirror signage so guests can check their reflection throughout the event instead of making multiple restroom trips. (Great any time of year, but especially nice in the heat!)
Photos from left to right: Ashlyn Peters, Brittney Moseby, Capturing Simplicity
2. Guest Dressing
There’s nothing worse than arriving underdressed to a black tie event, wearing stilettos for a wooded wedding ceremony, or forgetting a sweater for an outdoor fall wedding! Dress guides are a great way to ensure your guests’ comfort and expectations as event attendees, and make every photo of your day *chef’s kiss*
(Stay tuned as we dive into tips and methods for building dress guides in the next few weeks! xx)
Photos of Emma & Matthew’s day by Honey Lens Imaging
3. Planning Looks Good on You
And I know you’re envisioning 90 degrees and blue skies, but let’s not let something as uncontrollable as the weather affect your dream day, right? Making a rain plan is essential for your sanity and that of your wedding professionals. (At The Sixpence, we will never leave you high and dry – and always ensure we have a stunning rain plan in place just in case!)
Because the summer season can feature those fun quick afternoon showers, you might not have to move your ceremony indoors, but you should definitely consider some plans to account for the humidity and its effects: curling iron/hair product to rejuvenate your locks post-ceremony, clear or cute umbrellas, and a handheld electric fan are a few items we might recommend.
More from Brooklyn & Nick’s day by Julia Elise Co.
4. Think Seasonal
The summer is an especially fun time to get creative with your bar menu – at The Sixpence, we’re so excited to share our new Cocktail of the Month series to inspire your bar menus throughout the year. (Tip: if you’re looking to design a specialty cocktail or mocktail for your party, email us at bar@thesixpence.com to get creative with our experts!)
5. The Light is Right
Summer means longer days – so plan your reception accordingly! At The Sixpence, we love having the ability to control light on your dancefloor by closing our blinds and dimming the chandeliers. Consider chatting with your DJ about uplighting and/or cold sparks to give your party that wow-factor once the sun does go down.
Alyssa & Nick’s day by Chloe Luka Photography
Summer weddings are joyous and memorable celebrations – and we’re here to ensure it’s memorable *in all the right ways* by bringing tried + true real wedding tips your way. Most importantly, we will always encourage you to prioritize your unique vision and work with excellent professionals!
Are you ready for your big day? Early in the planning process? We’re committed to bringing you inspiration, resources, and recommendations to help design your dream day. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @the_sixpence to stay in the loop.
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