Everything Outdoor Wedding Book
by Beckius, Kim KnoxFormat: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2005-12-01
Publisher(s): Adams Media Corp
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Summary
The decision to host your wedding outdoors ushers in so many other considerations-from weather and wardrobe to scenery and transportation. Chances are, you have more than enough on your mind without these worries! Packed with solid, useful information, The Everything Outdoor Wedding Book helps you make it to the big day with as little stress as possible. Not only will you cover all the basics, such as choosing a photographer and caterer, selecting the right invitations, and hiring an officiant, you'll also discover how to: Find an affordable (and captivating) setting, Anticipate potential pitfalls and contingency planning, Create a wedding theme that's sure to please your guests, Situate and organize the setting, Coordinate a strategy for post-party clean-up.
Table of Contents
| Top Ten Reasons to Choose an Outdoor Wedding | p. xii |
| Introduction | p. xiii |
| Why Wed Outdoors? | p. 1 |
| Your Day in the Sun | p. 2 |
| A Place That's Near and Dear | p. 3 |
| Spectacular Photography | p. 4 |
| Advantages of an Outdoor Event | p. 7 |
| Costs of an Outdoor Event | p. 8 |
| Trends in Outdoor Weddings | p. 11 |
| Weather Concerns | p. 15 |
| Conquering Your Biggest Fear | p. 16 |
| Long-Range Weather Forecasting | p. 17 |
| Selecting a Season | p. 21 |
| Anecdotal and Statistical Evidence | p. 23 |
| Rain Is Not the Only Enemy | p. 25 |
| Let a Smile Be Your Umbrella | p. 27 |
| Potential Pitfalls | p. 29 |
| Transportation | p. 30 |
| Creepy Critters | p. 33 |
| Uninvited Guests | p. 35 |
| Guest Comfort | p. 37 |
| Dirt, Sweat, and Tears | p. 40 |
| Sound Effects | p. 41 |
| Contingency Planning | p. 43 |
| Foul-Weather Gear | p. 44 |
| The Tent Question | p. 46 |
| Alternate Sites | p. 49 |
| Scheduling a Rain Date | p. 51 |
| Photography Flexibility | p. 52 |
| Communicating with Guests | p. 54 |
| Prepare for the Worst | p. 57 |
| Selecting the Setting | p. 59 |
| Beach Weddings | p. 60 |
| Garden Weddings | p. 63 |
| Historic Properties | p. 65 |
| Public Places | p. 67 |
| Getting Permissions | p. 69 |
| The Right Questions | p. 71 |
| Weddings at Home | p. 75 |
| Advantages of At-Home Weddings | p. 76 |
| Should You Do It All Yourself? | p. 78 |
| Parking Issues | p. 82 |
| A Big Job | p. 83 |
| Liability | p. 84 |
| When the Party's Over | p. 86 |
| Weddings Away from Home | p. 91 |
| A Wedding "On Location" | p. 92 |
| Selecting a Destination | p. 95 |
| Cruise-Ship Weddings | p. 97 |
| Will They Come? | p. 99 |
| Planning from Afar | p. 100 |
| Pre- and Post-Wedding Events | p. 103 |
| Making a Distant Place Your Own | p. 104 |
| A Built-In Theme | p. 107 |
| A Locale That Speaks to You | p. 108 |
| Incorporating the Place into the Planning | p. 108 |
| Local Lore, Language, and Libations | p. 111 |
| Adding Theme Elements | p. 113 |
| Avoiding Thematic Conflicts | p. 115 |
| Sneak Preview and Welcome Ideas for Guests | p. 117 |
| Dressing the Setting | p. 121 |
| Outdoor Wedding Design | p. 122 |
| Arches and Other Architectural Elements | p. 124 |
| Seating | p. 125 |
| The Aisle and Altar | p. 127 |
| Where's the Sun? | p. 129 |
| Seasons Change | p. 130 |
| Embracing Natural Elements | p. 132 |
| The Ceremony | p. 137 |
| Selecting an Officiant | p. 138 |
| A Service That Fits the Setting | p. 141 |
| Keeping the Focus on You | p. 144 |
| Sound Issues | p. 144 |
| Music | p. 146 |
| Involving Guests | p. 149 |
| Outdoor Receptions | p. 153 |
| Shelter | p. 154 |
| Restroom Facilities | p. 156 |
| An Intimate Atmosphere | p. 158 |
| Music and Dancing | p. 161 |
| When Darkness Falls | p. 165 |
| Bringing the Outdoors In | p. 168 |
| Catering Considerations | p. 169 |
| Dining Al Fresco | p. 170 |
| Interviewing Caterers | p. 172 |
| Menu Do's and Don'ts | p. 175 |
| Seating Arrangements | p. 178 |
| Wind Concerns | p. 178 |
| Carting in the Cake | p. 179 |
| Photography | p. 183 |
| Selecting a Photographer | p. 184 |
| Before or After? | p. 188 |
| Out of the Shadows | p. 190 |
| Makeup Touchups | p. 191 |
| Creative Effects | p. 192 |
| A Shot List for the Photographer | p. 195 |
| Videography | p. 196 |
| The Invitations | p. 201 |
| Save the Date | p. 202 |
| Themed Invitations | p. 204 |
| Instructions for Guests | p. 208 |
| Directions to Hard-to-Find Places | p. 212 |
| RSVP with Contact Information | p. 213 |
| Something Fun | p. 213 |
| Outdoor Attire | p. 217 |
| Bridal Gown Selection Tips | p. 218 |
| How to Wear Your Hair | p. 222 |
| Bridesmaids' Attire | p. 225 |
| The Groom's Garb | p. 228 |
| Communicating Correct Dress to Guests | p. 232 |
| Changing Attire Midstream | p. 233 |
| The Final Countdown | p. 235 |
| What Can Go Wrong | p. 236 |
| Things to Do One Week Before | p. 238 |
| Watching the Weather | p. 243 |
| Rehearsals | p. 243 |
| Assembling an Emergency Kit | p. 247 |
| Keeping Guests in the Loop | p. 249 |
| The Day Dawns | p. 251 |
| Last-Minute Decision-Making | p. 252 |
| Your Communications Plan | p. 255 |
| Getting Ready | p. 256 |
| Smile for the Camera | p. 259 |
| Schedule Private Moments | p. 259 |
| When It's Not What You Hoped For | p. 261 |
| A Grand Entrance | p. 263 |
| Transporting Guests | p. 264 |
| Your Transportation | p. 266 |
| Together or Separately? | p. 269 |
| Horses and Other Antiquated Modes of Transportation | p. 269 |
| Limo Limits | p. 273 |
| Aerial Arrivals | p. 274 |
| Cleanup | p. 277 |
| Delegate Responsibilities | p. 278 |
| Clean As You Go | p. 280 |
| Do No Harm, Leave No Trace | p. 281 |
| Functional Favors | p. 282 |
| Saying "Farewell" to People and Place | p. 285 |
| Final Practicalities | p. 288 |
| State-by-State Directory of Suggested Outdoor Venues | p. 289 |
| Wedding Day Emergency Contact Sheet | p. 307 |
| Photo Credits | p. 311 |
| Index | p. 313 |
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