b'OUTDOOR WEDDINGSRemembering to grab your own umbrella is one thing, butits a much bigger task to worry about keeping yourself and your guests dry and entertained at an outdoor wedding.Its impossible to know exactly what kind of weather your wedding day will bring. But with some planning, you can prevent bad weather from ruining your big day.In case of heat In case of cold Y oull need to weatherproof Bring a jacket or shawl justyour makeup for a summerin case. You may not want to celebrationno bride enjoyswear it during your ceremony having foundation runningor pictures, but it will comeB. FROHMAN IMAGING + DESIGN down her face. Talk to yourin handy the rest of the time. stylist to come up with a lookIf you customize a leather or that works. jean jacket with the wordsUse fan-style programs;Bride or Wifey on the back, it could make for atheyre creative andcute photo op!functional. Rent propane patio heaters Hand out mini battery- to keep your guests warm.operated fans as favors. Guests will definitely appreciate theKeep warm beverages ongesture on a muggy day! stand bythink coffee, tea, Serve beverages before andcocoa, and hot apple cider.after the ceremony. Most Provide a basket of blankets guests wont have time to stopfor guests to share.and get a drink somewhere,In case of rainbut they might love to grab Choose shoes that wont sinka water or lemonade on theinto the ground or stickway to their seats. rubber/plastic protectors on Strategically place a few your heels.electric fans to blow overEncourage guests to bring the crowd.umbrellas on your wedding Consider getting air condi- website, just in case.tioning for an outdoor tent, Buy inexpensive umbrellas especially if your guests willin your wedding colors for be dancing there. guests who forget to bringI f your reception takes placetheir own. GREY GARDEN CREATIVE during evening hours, theAsk the coordinator at your heat and lights in the tentceremony/reception venuecould become a magnet forif they have an indoorinsects. Tent walls, citronellabackup plan.candles, and bug spray can combat this.In case of wind "For someoneave hairspray and bobbywho had Hpins on hand for your hair. rain on their Designate someone to smoothwedding day (which did you know is down your dress and veil. Youactually good luck?) and an outdoor can even sew small weightsceremony planned, it was important into the hem of your veil orto have a backup plan in place that dress to keep them steady. we were happy with and vendors we knew could execute the quick change Anchor floral arrangementsin plans the week of." -Abby Crowderwith landscaping stakes to keep them from toppling over. EMILY WARFIELD PHOTOGRAPHYLINDSAY HACKNEY PHOTOGRAPHY52TODAYS BRIDE|12+ MONTHS UNTIL I DO|VENUES'