3 Tips for Having an Intimate Backyard Wedding
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For engaged couples, getting married in the middle of a global pandemic brought forth many unprecedented challenges. Many postponed their weddings, hoping to celebrate with their loved ones as soon as everything returned to normal. Some brave couples chose to scale down their plans and tie the knot within the comfort of their homes. Backyard weddings are not only convenient, cheaper, and more flexible, but it also a great way to reconnect and get closer with your loved ones in this time of crisis. Here are some basic ideas to guide you in creating the intimate wedding of your dreams.
Draw up the logistics
Compared to a grand wedding, getting married in the safety of your backyard is less hazardous to your health. Nonetheless, you are still liable for your guests’ health, so make sure to follow the recommended guidelines by the health authorities. Require your guests to wear masks and practice frequent handwashing. If you have a wedding planner, create a team that is in charge of disinfecting high-traffic areas and reminding everyone to stay at least six feet apart if possible. Limit the seating capacity and utilize several entrances and exits. Creatively set up designated floor markers and provide COVID-ready wedding favors such as hand sanitizers, masks, and personalized drinking glasses.
Make sure to have a rain plan to anticipate bad weather on your big day. It will help you prepare mentally and devise an alternative strategy to ensure that your guests and suppliers are comfortable and dry.
Spruce up your decor and make it more personal
Choose a focal point in your backyard, whether it’s a big tree, swimming pool, or your favorite corner, and visualize how you want your wedding to look. You can even create a wedding mood board to assist you with the details.
Take advantage of your surroundings and highlight the greenery and natural landscape in your decor. Use plants or flowers as your centerpieces, and consider going with a bare tabletop sans the colorful coverings. You can personalize old mason jars or turn them into decorations for the aisles, table centerpiece, and lighting accents. Write seating arrangements on old window panes, mirrors, or blackboards and opt to use spring lights to elevate the ambiance. Build a wedding arch and decorate it with flowers, colorful branches, or a fancy fabric.
Find reliable vendors
Your wedding vendors can make or break the flow of your wedding. Hiring the most experienced vendors that will satisfy your needs and complement your wedding vision can be daunting for many couples. Sit down with your partner and discuss your priorities, especially your budget. Draw up a vendor sheet and figure out what you want to highlight and the services you can forgo. Contact the small businesses within your neighborhood and avail of their food cart services instead of investing in high-end catering services.
For some brides, picking out the perfect wedding dress can both be an enjoyable and stressful experience. It is crucial to search early and go with a dress that suits your personality and avoid being swayed by the latest styles that do not fit your wedding theme. Research the top traditional wedding dresses and narrow down your choices based on your budget and personal preferences.
A wedding is a timeless and precious event between two people overflowing with love for one another. This pandemic should not hinder engaged couples from saying “I do”, and instead should remind everyone that love conquers all.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
