Fall weddings are a perfect way to celebrate the changing of the seasons and enjoy the beauty of autumn…with your family and friends! Whether you’re planning a small, intimate ceremony or a large, extravagant celebration, these are some tips to keep in mind to ensure that your fall wedding is a success!
Choose the Right Venue: When planning a fall wedding, it’s essential to choose a venue that complements the season. Considering a venue with fall foliage, such as a vineyard or a rustic barn. Look for a location with both indoor and outdoor space so you and your guests can enjoy both outdoors and in!
Embrace Fall Colors: Fall weddings offer a great opportunity to incorporate the colors of the season into your wedding. Choose warm and cozy hues such as burgundy, burnt orange, and golden yellow for your décor, flowers, and attire to really accent the season.
Plan for Cooler Temperatures While fall weather can be lovely, it’s important to plan for cooler temperatures. Make sure to provide warmth in the way of blankets or other wraps for guests and consider renting outdoor heaters or fire pits to keep guests warm during the ceremony or reception.
Choose Fall-Inspired Menu Items Another very easy way to incorporate the season is to highlight seasonal flavors into your menu. Consider adding dishes like roasted root vegetables, apple cider glazed pork, or pumpkin soup to your menu. You can also offer warm apple cider or hot chocolate as a cozy beverage option. Yum!
Take Advantage of Fall Foliage Fall foliage can make for stunning photo opportunities, so make sure to plan for plenty of outdoor photos. Take advantage of the changing leaves by scheduling your photos during “golden hour” when the light is soft and warm. The photos turn out incredible!
Use Seasonal Décor: Fall is the perfect time to get creative and accent the sights and scents of the season. Use pumpkins, gourds, and fall leaves to decorate your ceremony and reception spaces. You can also add touches of fall with candles, twinkle lights, and rustic wood accents to make your venue even dreamier.
Incorporate Seasonal Flowers Like your menu, when choosing your wedding flowers, consider selecting blooms that are in season during the fall months. You can also incorporate fall foliage like oak leaves, maple leaves, and acorns into your floral arrangements, and your florist should be able to recommend some florals that are in season for the day.
Don’t Forget About Lighting As the days get shorter, make sure to plan for proper lighting during your fall wedding. Use string lights or lanterns to create a cozy ambiance and ensure that your guests can see and move around comfortably. The added bonus Is that your guests will feel intimate in this setting, and these can create some beautiful photos!
Use Seasonal Stationery Incorporate the colors of the season into your wedding invitations and stationery. Using things like pumpkins, acorns, and rusty oranges and maroons can set the tone for your wedding day long before it begins.
Have a Rain Plan While fall weather can be beautiful, it can also be unpredictable. Make sure to have a backup plan in case of rain or inclement weather. I recommend this in any season, but just in case the weather turns cold, it’s important to think this through to keep your guests comfortable and safe.
Fall weddings can be a beautiful and memorable way to celebrate the season. By following these tips, you can ensure that your fall wedding is everything you’ve dreamed of and more. If you need help dreaming up the perfect Fall wedding day, I can help!
Reach out to me today to chat about what dreams you’re dreaming. I’d love to hear about them!
Photos by: Two of Us Photography, Pearly Kate Photography, A&M Photography, and Stephen Reasonover Photography
