These brides got hitched in the summer and they are happy about it. Because the fresh florals, vibrant weather, and the summer sun, of course, played together to create a stunning setting to pull off the coolest warm-weather wedding.

But, what exactly they did to make it an unforgettable experience? Our Bianco Brides have shared their secrets. And, we have our summer wedding guide here, ready for you.

First things first! When it comes to a summer wedding, several considerations come into play. From dress selection to taking care of your guests, everything should be planned well in advance.

Craft a Destination-specific Invite

Destination weddings are great, especially in the summers. But, when you are sending out invites for the event, make sure that the wedding cards feature the same vibe as your destination. If your wedding venue is all about lush greenery, make sure that the invitation card carry a fresh green vibe, so that your guests know what they are going to expect at the venue.

To make things more special, you can put together a welcome bag for the guests when they arrive at the venue. Fill the bag with essentials like sweet and savoury snacks, bottled water, sunscreen (if it’s an outdoor setting), safety pins, and more. Help your guests beat the heat by providing them with chic fedora hats. This will protect them from extra-high temperatures and UV-rays.

Minimize Sun Time

We know how the summer sun makes everything look fresh and vibrant, but it also gives you sweat. Being a host, you won’t want your guests to stand right under the sun for hours. The best you can do is plan the main events under the sun, while the rest of the time your guests can have a gala time indoors.

Summer Wedding Deserves a Fresh Menu

A heavy five-course meal certainly makes its way to a wedding menu, but not for a summer wedding. Instead, keep it as light as possible. Opt for more refreshing eats, may be grilled fish or chicken, fresh salad, and seasonal vegetables. Replace heavy drinks with creative signature cocktails, mojitos, and sangria to help guests quench their thirsts. In fact, the traditional tiered wedding cake can be replaced with delicious ice creams, so that you can offer your guests a sweet, chilled treat in the summer.

Arrange Poolside Parties

Summer weddings are great for pool parties. You can plan a prewedding bash and have a great time with your friends. Poolside ceremonies are also popular in the warm weather because nothing spells summer wedding more than a sparkly blue pool! Throw some floaties to make it more interesting. Such an arrangement also makes some great insta-worthy clicks.

Let them dine under hanging flowers

What about dining under hanging flowers? This summer, forget throwing your wedding dinner party at banquets. Instead, let your guests dine under hanging flowers. These hanging florals bring back the summer hues without screaming for too much attention. Choose a place that’s cool and not directly under the sun. Also, you can get a dining space exclusively designed for your guests with all the summer themes in it.

There’s nothing like an outdoor dining in the warm weather. During the evening, you can dress up the destination by hanging string lights above each table. This way, you can create a unique setting without spending a fortune.

Once, you are done with the summer wedding decoration, the next crucial consideration is certainly  your bridal look. Here’s some cool ideas on how to plan your bridal look.

Choose Airy Fabrics for Your Wedding Look

When it comes to your summer wedding look, opt for airy fabrics that are breathable and lightweight. Bridal fabrics like chiffon, tulle, and organza make a great option for summer. Whether you stitch a wedding dress or a skirt, make sure that the fabric is free-flowing. The idea is to keep perspiration at bay when you will be having an outdoor nuptial ceremony.

Go for Hairstyles that are Humidity Proof

It’s difficult to tame your hair to perfection during summer, but brides can choose some humidity proof hairstyles. Instead of keeping hair open, tie it into a ponytail or bun. Waves and curls will be disastrous in the warm weather. To avoid frizz, part your hair and tie it up, so that your neck area stay cool and dry. You can also opt for trendy braids for a classic wedding look.

• Accessorize your hair carefully

  You can choose summer-specific hair accessories to amp up your bridal look. Get fresh florals to match your bridal look with the outdoor setting. This way you can make your look more instagrammable. Moreover, summer looks are incomplete without flowers.

• Avoid heavy bridal veils

  Opting for a veil is great as it perks up your bridal look almost instantly. But during summer wedding, you can actually keep it light. Avoid picking up any heavily decorated veils. Instead, single layered tulle veil with minimal  decoration are great. You can opt for beaded edge or lace appliques, if you want. Lighter veils are also super easy to carry with no added weight onto your head.

• Wear minimal makeup

  Makeup is the most dreaded things when it comes to summer weddings. It’s better to keep it as light as possible. Bleeding makeup because of sweat is the worst thing ever and for that you need to choose waterproof makeup at the very first place. Minimal and nude makeup is ruling the scene these days. It’s not just a current fad but a survival imperative especially during summer wedding. Opt for airbrush makeup, if you don’t want your makeup to look cakey. Remember, “less is more” when it comes to summer makeup.