A Guide to Summer Wedding Planning

A summer wedding can be a breezy, beautiful event, which is why many couples plan their nuptials during this season. In Austin, where the weather is warm and beautiful for the majority of the year, you can plan a “summer” wedding well into what would be the fall season in colder climates. The types of wedding accessories , table linens, and decor you choose may change depending on the season, so use the guide below to plan your summer wedding.

Move the Party Outdoors

Many couples plan summer weddings so they can host their ceremony and reception outdoors. Of course, with hot sunlight and possible rain, you will still need some type of shelter for an outdoor wedding. You can rent a party tent and portable dance floor and host your whole wedding outside. Most party supply companies that provide wedding supply rentals also have tents and tent set-up services available.

Pay Attention to Timing

Correct timing is the key to a perfect summer wedding. Once you decide on a date, check the sunset time for that day of the year. Plan your ceremony to coincide with the sunset, and you just might have the perfect lighting for your pictures—just make sure that you arrange everything so that the setting sun doesn’t shine in your eyes or your guests’ eyes. As the sky darkens and the evening cools down, you can move the celebration into a tent where guests can warm up with food and dancing.

Consider Your Menu Carefully

Though many people consider a large feast-like meal an important part of a wedding, you should plan a summer meal if you have a summer wedding. If you do end up serving food while the sun is still up, avoid excessive amounts of heavy, hot food. Consider serving hors d’oeuvres that taste best at a refreshingly chilled temperature.

Are you in the midst of wedding planning? Call American Party Rental at (512) 837-6500 for all of your wedding supply rental needs in Austin . We can provide tents, tables, chairs, linens, and much more.