Hello everyone, I'm Selma Marshall. I would like to share my knowledge about wedding planning on this site. The wedding planning process often starts out slow with the selection of the decorations and venue. From there, the date seems to arrive faster and faster as the bride and groom pick their outfits to wear at the altar. Picking the outfits for the wedding party often proves even more difficult, especially when dealing with a number of different personalities and preferences. I would like to talk about ways to streamline the wedding planning process without upping stress levels. I hope you can use the information I provide to plan the wedding of your dreams.
A waterfront wedding venue is a dream come true for many couples. The outdoor setting, serene beauty of reflecting water, and natural sunlight will undoubtedly make your big day even more amazing. But how can you lean into that waterfront scene to craft a wedding that feels harmonious with its location? Here are a few things you can do.
1. Add Nature to Your Wedding
Be inspired by the natural location around you by using it as part of your decorations. Add leaf, water, or flower details to bridal party dresses, centerpieces, linens, place cards, or aisle décor. Consider using local woody plants and blooms in your wedding flowers and bouquets. And use a wedding arch whose flowers blend in with what naturally grows around you.
2. Don't Aim for Perfection
Nature is always just a little bit imperfect in the details. Those small imperfections, of course, add up to a beautiful overall tableau. So as you plan a natural feel to your wedding, don't aim for too much perfection. Let your hair down a little, go bohemian, or use mix-n-match bridesmaid outfits. Or, make handwritten signs and handmade décor for a soft, personal touch that adds romance.
3. Use Natural Colors
When you have a great venue like a waterfront setting, let it inspire your color scheme. Shades of lush green and watery blues come in many hues and tones, so find some that work with your other plans. Depending on the details of the venue, you might be inspired by colors of the blooms around the ceremony, soft woodsy or sandy neutrals, or the structures you'll use.
4. Feature the Views
Avoid overdecorating a waterside spot. Nature, after all, is what drew you here. So find your favorite views and use them as centerpieces to your day. Keep your decorative additions minimal. Make sure guests get to enjoy the views before, during, and after the ceremony.
5. Tweak the Menu
Can you find food and beverage inspiration in your venue? Beach or bay weddings might serve local ocean seafood while riverfront weddings could offer the best local freshwater fish. Make a signature drink inspired by the ocean or lake you're enjoying. And make cocktail hour a chance to savor other local culinary favorites.
Any of these ideas can take your waterfront setting and use it to create a mood and style that will set your soiree apart. Want more suggestions to take things to the next level? Start by touring a waterfront wedding venue in your area today to find your personal inspiration.
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