Weddings Abroad - Tip of the Day - Outdoor Wedding Weather

Outdoor Wedding Locations

There are many lovely outdoor wedding locations - beach weddings, lakeside weddings, rainforest weddings, mountain weddings, garden weddings...the options are endless! With any outdoor wedding, it is vital that the bride and groom work with their wedding planner to establish a backup plan in the event of bad weather. If the wedding location is in the grounds of a hotel, coordinate ahead to have a room ready for you in the event of inclement weather. This option may cost a little more, but it will save you worry and potential heartache later! Another option is to plan to have only the ceremony outdoors and the reception inside (or inside with an outside section). In the event of inclement weather, you can simply hold the entire event in the room you planned to have the reception in - without incurring extra costs! 

I Love, Love, Love.......Kosibah Couture Bridal

Yemi Osunkoya is the designer behind the Kosibah label. Kosibah is an exclusive brand specialising in figure enhancing Bridal, Evening and formal Daywear using luxurious fabrics and sumptuous embellishments.

Yemi’s signature use of corsetry and boned bodices cleverly recreates the classical and elegant hourglass figure, producing gowns that curve, shape and flatter the wearer. All gowns are made to measure from the Kosibah Atelier in Camden,NW London.

The team at Kosibah are committed to providing exceptional quality of service and meticulous attention to detail. The designs, made from individual body measurements, use luxurious fabrics, sumptuous embellishments and couture techniques.

Click here to read more about Yemi and Kosibah Couture Bridal

 

Weddings Abroad - Tip of the Day - Beach Weddings

Beach Weddings

Beach weddings are lovely, but be sure to plan for windswept hair, squinting eyes and potential shadows if the wedding is too early, possible rainfall, and uninvited beach visitors in the background if it is not held on a private beach.

Often brides will spend many hours in the salon getting their hair done, only to be disappointed when windy conditions at the beach ruin it all. We recommend up-do's and lots of hairspray. 

I Love.........Bridesmaid Personalised Hip Flask

 

 

Bridesmaid Wedding Hip Flask

This elegant ladies hip flask with Bridesmaid design engraved onto the face will make a stylish thank you gift for those Bridesmaids over 18!

• 5oz capacity
• Screw top
• Diamante band
• Presentation box
• Pink leather bound stainless steel.

Available from WeddingXtras.co.uk

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Arrive Early

If time and money allow, arrive at your destination at least a few days early - (in some locations you may have to arrive early to complete necessary legal requirements). This could be nice alone time for you and your fiancé. You can also have more time to finalise any last minute details, get a good look at your ceremony site if you haven’t already seen it and get to know the local customs and people. This extra time will allow you to relax before guests start arriving, ensuring you are all prepared and the charming host.

Weddings Abroad - Tip of the Day

When writing your wedding itinerary for your destination wedding guests....Make sure to include those times that you and your new spouse have set aside for just the two of you (for instance, a romantic dinner) so your guests can plan their own activities.

I Love..........."Evening in Paris"

Perhaps you have a French themed wedding, or Paris is where you and your intended got engaged? Your guests are sure to be romanced by this iconic wedding favour from the city of love. These Eiffel Tower Place Card Holders are a stunning and unique way to add some additional oh-la-la to your wedding tables.

Features and facts:

-The mini Eiffel Towers are intricately detailed to look just like the real thing!
- There is a small ledge which your place card is elegantly displayed as illustrated in the image.
- The wedding favour measures 3 ¾" h 1 ¼ " w
- They are sold in a set of four place card holders.

Click here to buy from Fabulous Favours.........

I Love.........

Don't let it rain on your parade.............Wedding Wellies!

Designed by Jen Hewlett, Weddington Boots are pretty wedding wellies, to be slipped on whilst you enjoy the 'outdoor bits'.  Ensuring your delicate wedding shoes will remain dry, clean and unmarked.

Bespoke diamante service available to personalise your wellies

Get yours here....Weddington Boots

Weddings Abroad - Tip of the Day

Carry your wedding dress on

Many brides take their wedding dress on the plane as carry-on luggage, but DOUBLE CHECK it is an approved size, as some aircraft do not have extra room for oversized carry-on pieces.

It is advisable to contact your airline to make arrangements in advance. Some airlines allow the large "closets" in the first-class cabin area to be used for wedding gown storage.

 

Photo: Maggie Sottero - Destination Collection