Summer wedding ideas start as a single shaft of golden light invited into my mentalscape, make tiny motes of creativity dance in the rays, and then, vanish behind a cerulean cloud, as if by a flick of a magician’s wand. So it bodes well for me to note these summer wedding ideas as fast as I can, coz the sunny muse has a mind, all its own, and I might do well not to force too much (after all, I need inspiration for more than just summer weddings)!
Whilst typing away furiously so that I didn’t miss any flash of inspiration, I found my muse playing games with me (perhaps, in keeping with the theme and suggesting lawn games for a backyard summer wedding!) – sometimes, reflecting a bright glare, sometimes giving me faint traces of gold, and at other times, giving me a soft, cool, summer breeze to tickle me!
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And look, I won – coz here are 75 super-stunner summer wedding ideas for some inspirational flashes to strike you too (make sure you have your glares on) 😉
Ceremony Ideas:
1. Have the ceremony program printed on split-pinned cards that spread out as fans – coz beating the heat couldn’t get more hep than this! If you can get the bridesmaids’ accessories and the bridal bouquet coordinated with the fans, along with chipping these ‘breezy’ pieces of delight into the arch – I am a ‘fan.’ <okay, bad pun, but whatever> 😉
2. Or simply glue your card stock program to popsicle sticks and you have got yourself a double-duty fan – another simple solution for battling the hot and sultry weather’s blows!
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3. How about a bubbly sendoff – Have your guests blow bubbles during the send-off. Not only do these make for dramatic pictures but also add a magical credence to the milieu!
4. Or a send-off with sky-lanterns – This is a personal favorite. Plus they are said to be harbingers of happiness and prosperity!
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5. Use sparklers, light sabers, confetti or anything for that wow-vows moment – Coz the vows that light up your ‘happily married’ need to be special, no?
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6. A basket of sprightly hats and cool sunglasses for guests is a good way to go – Your guests shall bless you for this one! Show them you care!
7. Pool umbrellas for a poolside reception or a basket of parasols for an outdoor ceremony are RIGHT choices – You cannot go wrong with these, for a summer wedding!
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8. Offer flip-flops and dancing shoes to your guests – Nobody wishes to have their stilettos digging into the ground whilst they are dancing, make it easy and breezy for them! And watch smiles light up the venue!
Food and drinks:
9. Have chilled water bottle baskets placed strategically at the venue – Coz who can deny the importance of chilled water in summers!
10. Fruit-infused water is hydration-in-style, eh – Coz this is one of the most awesome ways to keep your guests hydrated in the heat!
11. Tropical drinks are an obvious inclusion – Color, hydration, and taste all rolled in one neat package…err…glass! 😉
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12. Candy floss, for that carnivalesque feeling- Coz growing old is inevitable, but growing up optional. These furry tokens of childhood sweetness are the best way to spread some cottony cheer!
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13. Icecream is a surefire way to melt the heat – ‘I scream, you scream, and we all scream for ice-cream’ can add some ‘cool’ reverb to a summer wedding, try!
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14. Alcohol popsicles, or even tuna tartar in waffle cones are a delight – Coz ice that gets you tipsy or waffle cones that please your palate are such summer hits. Don’t you agree? 😀 Besides, it’s one of the cheap wedding ideas for summer!
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15. A ‘Build-your-own-drink’ station might cheer many – Coz getting people to fix their own martinis, cocktails, and even a mix of fruit juices can be a fun way to have them stand by the drink station, sip their favorite beverages/tipples and rave about your awesome ceremony! 😉
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16. A picnic bench meal is a great idea to please the tummy in an outdoor nuptials.
17. Bite-sized burgers or snacks are a favorite for the perfectly passed appetizer at a summer wedding – Li’l packs of delight for the tummy!
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18. An ice-cream truck is an even better pick for the summers. Bring back any memories, anyone?
19. A pool-side reception with sodas on ice, shaved ice cones or even mini ice creams are a smart bet – Could it get any better in the summers?
20. Cold beverage taps are exciting stations for a summer wedding – May be even beer taps! 😉
21. A summer sweet feast/dessert buffet is a great alternative to the traditional wedding cake and a delightful addition to the menu.
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Bridesmaids’ dresses:
22. Patterned / floral print summer dresses are a fun and breezy idea for the bridesmaids dresses – After all, getting your bridesmaids to don the summery vibes is a great way to greet the season!
23. Happy colors of summer are a good palette to keep open for the bridesmaids to choose their dresses from – Bridesmaids decked in orange, green, yellow, and other vibrant hues of summer are a sight to behold.
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24. Sunflower prints are so ‘in’ for a summer wedding – Having your bridesmaids don royal blue crops with short skirts, all in sunflower print or light crème dresses with sunflowers splattered across are a great way to sync in with the season.
25. Have the bridesmaids dresses coordinate perfectly with their bouquets- I have seen this one live and it looks terrific. Have the bridesmaids carry the same colors in their hand as the ones they wear and notice the stunning effect!
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Groomsmen’s attire:
26. Bright ties and boutonnières popping against subtle-hued suits are a delight to behold – Think grey suits with turquoise ties and bright yellow boutonnières! Handsome-much, huh? 😉
27. Easy-breezy shorts with lightweight button-downs are a good way to get your bros to cheer up about your nuptials!
Boutonnières:
28. Hardy flowers that won’t wilt in the summer heat make a stylish boutonnière.
29. A vintage look for the boutonnière, with some spray garden roses or other seasonal blossom, is definitely in.
Bouquets:
30. Bridesmaids can hold seashell baskets for a beach theme – This one is a stunning replacement. Instead of opting for the traditional bouquet, the girls can carry the in-sync-with-the-theme baskets as well as carry several necessary requisites inside their gorgeous basket!
31. A picnic basket for an outdoor theme also makes a great bridesmaid accessory – Flowers, cupcakes, sandwiches, tuna tartars or even balloons – what can you NOT do with this one!
32. Lanterns or sign cards are also a great way to replace the bridesmaids bouquet- Try a message, your name or different styles of lanterns!
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33. The bride can have summer blossoms in her bouquet – An obvious that is often overlooked, in favor of other seasonals!
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34. The bride could, however, opt for a blingy brooch bouquet that goes with her attire – No worries about wilting! Plus, bling bling bling!
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35. A coral-inspired wildflower bouquet can be a stunning way to lock the beach-y vibe in the bride’s hands – Coz beach-y vibes cast their own spell!
36. Bright colored roses in orange, green, yellow, white, red, and pink make for a great summer stunner – The bride should definitely try and use this one to add a dash of color to her look!
Attire:
37. Tea-length wedding dresses are a good way to keep cool – Seriously!
38. Detachable veils are a great way to beat the heat, whilst not compromising on the D-day look.
39. The same holds for your wedding gown – Try ruffled tiers and skirts that are detachable!
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40. A beach or garden theme can call for an unstructured light gown for the bride with a flower tiara and easy-breezy shorts with a light button-down for the groom – Are they the IT-couple or what! I think so! 😉
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41. Going for a colored gown instead of white is a cool idea – Plus the look on your husband-to-be’s face is going to be worth a million dollars and more! <blush blush>
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Ceremony décor:
42. Use vibrant colors of the summer (greens, yellows, oranges, and reds) to play up the décor – A pop of color is always welcome!
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43. For an outdoor ceremony, have colorful parasols – Coz who can say no to hues!
44. Get the door outdoors – If you are having an outdoor ceremony but do not wish to compromise upon the magnificent entry, we have a very simple solution for you! Get the door outdoors – see! 😛
45. A spiral seating setup outdoors will create an additional element of drama for your entry – Have a spiral seating arrangement so you can swirl your way down the aisle whilst watching your groom’s riveted gaze on you and enjoying the *feel* of making a spectacular entry!
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46. Dress up your ceremony arch in windmills, kites or even creative summer blossom figurines – Truly dramatic! Play it up, I say, now!
47. Rose bouquet balls are a stunner – Anytime, anywhere! Just coordinate them with the color scheme.
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48. Hang cute pomanders from the pews or the back of chairs.
49. Rev up the heat with some tropical vibes in your décor.
50. A clear tent is a gorgeous way to have the best of both worlds – Watch those billowy swathes sail up in the sky whilst feeling cool and protected in your transparent bubble! Add some blossoms and ahh – summer in a bubble! 😉
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51. Use sunflowers or other seasonal blooms to sync nature’s sign – Coz you chose a season for a reason!
52. Use contrasting colors to make the centerpieces stand out.
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53. Use semi-submerged blooms in bowls filled with gems – Coz those pretty blooms need water too! And the whole setup looks reallyyyyy pretty…
54. Have the dance floor laid out in chequered or circular pattern – Coz drama wins the day, the summer day, your D-day! 😀
55. Have string chandeliers or twinkle lights above the dance floor – For that fairy-tale element!
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56. Bright paper lanterns are a good way to pop some color into the summer wedding.
57. Bright, cheery arrangements of flowers at the head table is sure to spread smiles – Plus the pictures will be great!
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58. Suspended candles from tall floral arrangements makes for a nice firefly feeling – Think of this: ‘beholding a drizzle of lustrous dyes, like air sliced through by fireflies’ – thank you, thank you! I am a poetess too! <gee>
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59. Clustered candles or floating candles are a good way to work up the night-time summer ambience – Coz candles are an elegant way to enhance the magical hold of your special day.
60. Lighting up venue columns or trees lend a soft, inviting radiance to the venue – Twinkling lights on columns and tress lend a soft glow to the venue.
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61. An indoor / outdoor canopy of lights has a wow factor – and you can’t deny this!
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62. Color-washed venue décor makes the place vibrant – Imagine magentas, oranges, sea greens or even purples! Need I say more?
63. Emblazon your dance floor with a pattern or monogram – That’s called leaving your mark – and in style! Plus, again, the pictures will come off great!
64. Glass lanterns or crystal trees shall lend a magical look – Beyonce did it! Need any more reason? 😉
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65. Bright patterned table runners are a good way to offset the traditional white – Try!
66. Tropical flowers shall light up the venue with natural hues – Haven’t I drilled this one already?
67. Use marquee style signs at bars, DJ booth, dessert table or even behind the dance floor – they are exquisite and look great!
68. Whip up escort badges that match the charms on one’s badge with the centerpiece of the table at which they are seated – Think squirrels, sparrows or even doves! Of course, you’d have to have cutter-designs, but it’s all worth it. The place would look like one real cute-sy summer alcove!
Wedding favors:
69. Beach tote for bridesmaids are an awesome thank-you gesture.
70. Sunglasses personalized with your names make for a great favor – Great summer wedding favor!
71. Beer koozies customized with your wedding photo shall help guests relive memories of your wedding, whilst also doing more than adorn their shelf!
72. A wedding favor box filled with chocolates, candies or Jordan almonds are a great way to spread cheer – C’mon – chocolates! 😉
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Must-have photos:
73. A group photo, with your guests making a heart-shaped formation, and the couple in between – I have seen these happen and they look spectacular!
74. A photo on a hammock or a flower-adorned swing is romantic – EXTREMELYYYYY ROMANTICCCC!!
75. A dramatic send-off photo is a must-have – We have already listed out bubbly, sparkly, confetti-filled and more kinds – take your pick and capture the moment! It is one that you shall cherish forever!
Those are all our summer wedding ideas, for now. We shall be back with some bridal fashion trends soon! Love. :*
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