If you’re planning an outdoor wedding with the Phoenix landscape as your backdrop, you’re in for a breathtaking experience. Few places in the world could possibly rival Phoenix with its rugged beauty and incredible views. As you make your wedding plans though, there are some things you will want to take into consideration.
Here are 6 tips brides and grooms can follow while planning an outdoor wedding ceremony in Phoenix.
1. Make sure the weather is understood
Phoenix weather can be a little fickle and a weather-related checklist could be useful. The nights can be cold and so can the winters. Spring and fall are often excellent times of the year for making outdoor wedding plans. Also, your caterer, for instance, will also need to have experience with outdoor ceremonies and you should be sure to choose a menu appropriate for the weather. Avoid dishes that need to be kept cold because of ingredients like mayonnaise.
2. Have a contingency plan
Even if you plan your ceremony for the warmest and driest time of year, mother nature has a way of being less than predictable. To make sure you are covered – and so are your guests – have a backup plan. If you’re getting married in a park, for example, make sure there are covered areas. Outdoor weddings at hotels can be moved indoors. Make sure the booking agents are aware of your desire to do this if the weather turns foul.
3. Don’t forget the permits
To have your outdoor ceremony on a park, beach, etc, you need permission and will probably have to pay a fee. So, make those arrangements early and pay close attention to the rules and stipulations regarding candles, trash removal and time limits. Most cities require residents and non-residents alike to apply for a city permit to have an outdoor wedding.
4. Dress the part
You might want to consider your guests and make sure they feel comfortable enough to dress the part. If you’re getting married in the middle of the desert in July, do tell guests to dress accordingly, even casually. It would be awful for your bridesmaids to go out and buy cute sandals with stiletto heels only to walk around sinking in the grass if you get married at a park. Keep your wedding attire weather appropriate, too. A full-length gown with a cumbersome veil on a 100-degree day could spell disaster.
5. Be prepared for the bugs
The insects are part of the package deal when you sign on for an outdoor ceremony but look into fumigating or exterminating the venue a day or two before you get married. Have some bug repellent candles on hand and even some zappers could be necessary depending on your location.
6. Line up the shots
Half the reason to plan an outdoor wedding ceremony in Phoenix is to make sure the memories and the photographs are spectacular. To make sure the pictures come out perfect, consider hiring a pro. If you want friends and family to handle the job, make sure they are armed with good photography tips. Be certain they understand lighting concerns, placement and most especially that they feel free enough to take hundreds of photos. The more pictures taken, the more likely it is you will end up with the wedding album of your dreams.
An outdoor wedding in Phoenix AZ can be one of the most breathtaking affairs going. Make sure to plan things out carefully, consider the weather, the guests and the location before setting plans in stone. Even then, it’s still a good idea to have a contingency plan up your sleeves.
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