In this blog, I decided to focus on Autumn weddings and the things you might find useful when planning for a wedding in this colourful season.
In the next few paragraphs, I would like to bring to you some of my ideas and suggestions which can add to the magical feel of this beautiful wedding season.
Are there any Brides following an Autumn theme for their wedding? Let me know in the comments where you find your inspiration for your gorgeous celebration.
COLOURS
Autumn is a beautiful, mystical and very vibrant season for weddings, especially when we consider its colours.
From late September to November we are spoilt for rich and colourful notes to the natural outdoors as well as seasonal accents to our indoors celebrations.
Why not take advantage of these vibrant colours in your décor, flowers and even outfit accents – there’s an abundance of choice for you to pick from.
Are you infusing seasonal colours in your wedding design?
WEATHER
Many couples worry about the weather conditions in the Autumn, well you’d be surprised! I’ve got brilliant news to share with you on this!
Although the temperatures drop slightly, statistically according to Met Office - Autumn in Scotland is one of the driest seasons of the year from mid-September to November, there’s less rainfall than between July and August – does that statistic surprise you?
You might want to prepare yourself for more wind on occasions though and have a contingency Plan B should things turn to the worse on the morning of your wedding if you’ve planned for outdoor elements.
Remember, autumn photos look absolutely stunning too – so plan to make the most of this opportunity!
OUTDOORS CEREMONIES
Another element of weddings that can be absolutely stunning is outdoor ceremonies if you do them correctly.
A) DON’T plan for an hour+ long ceremony outdoors in the Autumn and although it might be dry and fairly warm, it might also be windy, so you don’t want to be keeping your guests outside for too long unnecessarily
B) Always have a Plan B for wet weather contingency
C) Make the most of what nature gives you in this beautiful and colourful season
D) You might want to consider providing little blankets, rugs or shawls for your wedding guests on the ceremony chairs outdoors
Would you consider an outdoor wedding ceremony in the Autumn?
COUNTRY VENUES
Venue consideration can also add to the design of your beautiful Autumn themed wedding – many Castles, Mansion Houses and private estates are surrounded by beautiful country grounds, woodlands and parklands.
Imagine all those impressive and mature trees beaming with colours creating the stunning backdrop to your ceremony, drinks receptions and photos – you can let nature do the work of design for you 😊
If you’re going for a rustic look, you can’t pick a better season for a country estate wedding.
AUTUMN DEALS
Summer months are statistically and historically the most popular for weddings, although I’m not sure why if the forecast in the UK isn’t as promising in the summer as it might be at overseas destinations.
This means that some vendors and venues might be offering special seasonal deals and Autumn might allow you to maximise your wedding budget.
If you aren’t set on a fixed date or haven’t made a decision yet, why not ask your desired suppliers and venues about seasonal deals?
How are you finding my Autumnal wedding suggestions so far? Is there any you’ve found particularly handy?
FLOWERS
Interestingly, I come across this quite a lot lately… Couples often set their heart on certain flowers or certain #Pinterest looks and then there comes the disappointment of finding out that the flowers or the look they want to go for cannot be replicated in the season they chose for their wedding.
Some out of season flowers you want might be still sourced out of season, however, these might come with a hefty price tag for being so limited!
Therefore, I highly recommend for you to discuss seasonal flowers with your florist before looking things up online, to avoid disappointment or opt-in for artificial flowers altogether.
Interestingly, there are some very beautiful and in keeping with the colourful theme of autumn flowers for you to choose from – here’s just a short list of some of the choices you have: alstromeria, gerbera, iris, orchid polymin, chrysanthemum, sunflower, delphinium, freesia and many more.
Is it a surprise for you to know that you might not be able to replicate all floral looks all year round?
MENU
It doesn’t come as a surprise to anyone that with days becoming darker quicker in Autumn, colder, we may feel cosier on the inside with some seasonally tailored wedding menus.
Autumn is an incredible season for food and can tickle many taste buds.
In the Autumn your guests are likely to enjoy a delicious hearty meal and a full-bodied glass of red wine or cranberry vodka – what do you think of this combination?
Autumn food is all about variety, rich colours and flavours on your plate.
Imagine quail with figs and walnuts, wild mushroom and truffle arancini, venison loin in a red currant jus or spiced parsnip and red onion shepherds pie – I’m getting hungry myself!
Additionally, autumnal desserts are to die for with choices such as blackberry crumble with vanilla custard, dark chocolate orange tart or an apple pavlova 😊
Anyone hungry at the thought of these dishes?
DRESS FOR THE WEATHER
It would be very optimistic for me not to touch upon the subject to dressing for the season.
If you’re considering a country estate, a farmhouse or a barn for your wedding in the Autumn, you might want to keep those gorgeous heels safe until you are in your Wedding Breakfast and Reception venue.
You might also want to equip yourself with a pair of bridal wellies for your outdoors ceremonies and photography, and although you might come across a dry day, underfoot conditions might be very different from morning frost and wet ground.
Additionally, advice especially important for our Brides, why not rock a nice chic jacket accessory to your wedding dress, which will definitely come in handy for your outdoors photos.
What other elements of the Autumn wedding wardrobe have you considered? Let us know in the comments below.
LIGHTING