Scenic Outdoor Wedding Sites

March 24th, 2009

Beauty, as they say, is in the eye of the beholder, and this is definitely the case when it comes to weddings. For some couples, there is nothing more wonderful than seeing the sun set over the ocean. Another bride and groom might think that a field of wildflowers is the prettiest sight on earth. For winter lovers, what could be more stunning than a towering pines with snow-capped mountains in the distance? Whichever of these styles speaks to you, there will be plenty of terrific venues that offer them.

Almost any natural setting has an unspoiled grace, but some are definitely more gorgeous than others. Look at a location as though you were looking through the lens of a camera. Do you see elements that would have great visual appeal for photo shoots, like bridges over streams, a row of flowering trees, or a country lane covered in a canopy of fiery autumn leaves?  These are the types of elements that will take your wedding location from merely pretty to spectacular.

Once you have found that ideal outdoor wedding location, be sure to play up its best features. Let’s say that you have decided to be married in the fall, with the brilliant leaves of that season as your backdrop. You can emphasize the glorious autumn colors by featuring them in your wedding. Fiery reds, warm yellows, and pumpkin oranges are wonderful colors to use in so many ways for everything from décor to bridesmaid dresses to the bride’s bouquet. Also, be sure to let your photographer know which views are your favorite!

The right backdrop will go a long way towards making your wedding feel even more magical. It is such a momentous occasion that you deserve an equally impressive site. Having an altar with a stunning view is definitely a great idea.

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Elegant Wedding Tent Decor

February 28th, 2009

Outdoor weddings are incredibly popular. If you are planning to have a tent over your reception area, you will have some special design challenges. How do you go about transforming a plain white tent into an elegant and unforgettable reception?

The trends for decorating an outdoor wedding are similar to what brides are doing for inside receptions. At a tented wedding, you may find more natural elements being used, but the basic framework is still going to be the same. You want your tent décor to fit in with your overall style. If you are having a very classic ceremony and the bride is wearing a traditional gown with custom pearl bridal jewelry, then you want that timeless feeling to carry through into your reception décor.

The hottest trend for weddings inside or outside is to hang decorations from the ceiling. Often this is in the form of a chandelier. You can rent one massive crystal chandelier for the center of the tent if your reception is going to be very formal, or have smaller feminine chandeliers suspended over each table. This is an interesting flip on the idea of bringing the outside to an inside venue. In this case, you are making your reception more elegant by bringing an indoor element, such as a chandelier, to an outdoor space, the tent. It will certainly be a surprising element that your guests will notice right away.

When you are trying to make a plain white tent appear more elegant, it is important to cover up the utilitarian parts of it, such as posts and other supports. There are many beautiful ways to do this. One idea is to drape lengths of fabric from the ceiling of the tent. If you choose a soft color like peach or rose, it will also cast a very flattering glow onto the skin of everyone present. Fabric can also be used to hide vertical supports in a tent.

A tented wedding can have a magic all of its own. You have the ability to transform your wedding reception into a place that brings your vision to life. When you take the time to consider the tent decorations, the result will be a gorgeous space to dine and dance the night away.

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