clifftops or large open spaces can get windy, so choose a stylist with experience in dressing outdoor events. Also, bear in mind the position of the sun as you exchange your vows. Having it glaring into your eyes will be uncomfortable and won’t make for the best photographs. Simply mindfully placing your altar at the best angle can overcome the problem,” Jennifer explains. Once the focal point is taken care of you may want to turn to your big entrance next and consider how you’ll decorate the aisle. “Firstly, you’ll need to make sure it’s wide enough,” Lindsey says. “Then, look at your surroundings. Some plants may be brightly coloured, so it would be a nice idea to complement them with your wedding colours. Your venue stylist or florist can help you with suggestions. I’d also suggest some lanterns as candles are usually pointless outside. It’s a good plan to have an usher to seat guests, ensuring your beautiful decorations don’t get disturbed and the aisle is kept looking perfect for your arrival.” After you’ve officially tied the knot, make the most of your ceremony decorations and repurpose them for your reception. A moongate or flower arch make ideal selfie or top table backdrops, and aisle flowers can be used as centrepieces. Find out if your stylist or venue team are happy to move them for you, alternatively put your own team together in advance. “Make sure all of your suppliers understand you’re planning an outside wedding, particularly your hairstylist and photographer.” – Sheila Duncan, Pure Silk Ceremonies CHECK OUT THESE STYLING IDEAS... ❤ Help the bees by giving guests packets of seeds as wedding favours. ❤ Provide plenty of stylish signage to help the flow from A to B particularly if you’re at a rather sprawling outdoor venue. ❤ Barrels and hay bales fit beautifully with the outdoor theme and offer comfy seating or a place to pop your drink down. ❤ Chic natural and earthy colour palettes are totally on trend this year – think hues of green, rust and white. But if your personalities are more colourful, a bright and bold rainbow scheme would work equally well. ❤ You two are the perfect match, but your styling elements don’t have to be! Mismatched or upcycled furniture and tableware bring an oh-so cool and relaxed vintage vibe. ❤ Keep guests of all ages entertained with lawn games. ❤ Try individual jam jars or coloured glass vases filled with wild flowers dotted along the centre of banquet tables rather than large, structured arrangements. ❤ Embrace the informal rustic vibe with dreamcatchers, macrame, streamers and bunting. Getty images Getty images Getty images Getty images 70
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