Swizzle Events Blog: June 2010

Southern weddings are beautiful. Southern weddings in June are just plain hot (and humid)! And, if you're planning to wed outdoors you need to be prepared. Here's a quick list of little things that can make a big difference to your guests. Help them keep cool with the following:

Spread the word. You need to tell your guests ahead of time that the ceremony will be outdoors. Include a line in your invitation or on the response card. Then, they can dress appropriately and leave that suit jacket or stiletto's at home.
Have mercy. For comfort, you should have mercy on your bridal party and family by planning a more casual style wedding. Don't expect your guys to stand in 90-degree weather wearing a full tuxedo. Think light colors and light-weight fabrics. Your bridesmaids will be much more comfortable in a flowing, knee-length dress. Nothing heavy, constricting or long!
Timing is everything. Plan your ceremony to start in the evening when the temps are going down.
Hydrate! Provide small bottles of water for your guests at the ceremony. Yes, the ceremony! Place a few beverage tubs with ice and bottled water at the entrance to your ceremony location and let folks help themselves. You can dress up the bottles with custom labels to match your style.
Get rid of the pests. Some folks can stand in the middle of a field and never get a bug bite. Others (me included), end up with itchy, red welts within seconds of being outside. Place a small basket with bottles of bug repellent spray near the entrance to your ceremony and reception. The guests who need it will thank you!
Easy Breezy. Let your program do double duty and print it on a paddle fan. Your guests will appreciate a gentle breeze as they watch you say "I Do". Here are a few links for some beautiful fans that can be customized for your wedding.

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