Can't picture having your wedding in a traditional ballroom? Summer is the perfect season to take your wedding outdoors. And while you can certainly still throw a formal affair under the stars, we have a soft spot for less buttoned-up summer affairs. Here, some of our favorite ideas.
Ceremony Aisle
With an outdoor ceremony, you typically have much more flexibility with the seating arrangements. We love this winding aisle, which gives each guest a front-row seat as you walk.
Photo Credit: Blenda Montoro Photography
Creative Appetizers
Ice cream isn’t the only thing that can be served in a cone — pass trays of tuna tartar in waffle cones.
Photo Credit: Shoreshotz Photography
And for dessert, offer layered desserts inspired by push-up popsicles — a childhood favorite.
Photo Credit: Shoreshotz Photography
Yard Games
Keep your guests entertained by encouraging some healthy competition! Set up a bean bag toss, a DIY bowling alley, or picnic tables with board and card games.
Photo Credit: Ace Photography
Bring the Indoors Out
Just because you're having an outdoor fête doesn't mean that you have to sit on burning-hot metal chairs. Rent comfy couches and chairs for your cocktail hour.
Photo courtesy of Canvas & Canopy Events by Cortnie
A traditional black and white dance floor instantly transforms a backyard into an elegant, glamorous location for a wedding reception.
Photo Credit: Abby Jiu Photography
And adding chandeliers is another way to glam up an outdoor space.
Photo Credit: Picotte Photography
Water Activities
Getting married near a lake or ocean? Take advantage of the water to make a dramatic entrance or exit.
Photo Credit: Brawns Photography
Photo Credit: K&K Photography
—Kristen Klein
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