Yesterday as I was helping a client 'hide' her wedding dress, until the big day, she had an 'Ah Ha!' moment. We were talking about some of the final details for her wedding, which is less than 2 weeks away! She's getting married outside in the beautiful foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Larkspur, Colorado. She and I were discussing the weather and how unpredictable Colorado can be, in March especially. Rightfully so, she has a ceremony location alternative in case snow, rain or lightening appear as unwelcome guests at her wedding.

One component of her ceremony involves flower petals sprinkled in an elegant fashion down the aisle. We decided to come up with an alternative, in the event of wind, and after a few suggestions she had an 'Ah Ha!' moment when she said, "I love it! That's what we're doing instead! Let's plan on it!"



So to compensate for unpredictable Colorado wind we will be passing out small packets of flower petals to each guest as they are given their ceremony program. Or we may ornately lay the packets of petals on strategic seats with a small river rock tucked inside each to keep the wind at bay. As my clients head down the aisle after their first kiss they will be blanketed with these petals as the guests toss them in congratulations.



If you're having an outdoor wedding in the upcoming months don't forget to think about your most unpredictable guest, 'Mother Nature.' Be sure to have a plan in the event of inclement weather and even if the weather looks clear and sunny don't forget to account for the temperature as well as the wind. You'll save yourself, your family, and your guests the stress of having to make a quick decision, that may result in a less-than-ideal situation, on one of the most memorable days of your life.

Labels: Colorado Weddings, Details, Outdoor Weddings, Wedding Planning Tips