Beach Wedding Planning Tips and Tricks

Most couples crave to have an intimate wedding experience that can be shared with their loved ones. Beach locations can provide this luxury for the bride, groom, and the few family members who usually attend. Deciding the best beach for your wedding can be a challenge, with endless beach wedding venues available.

Absolutely nothing could be more romantic than that. And guess what! You can have a dream beach wedding on a budget with these few simple tips and tricks.

Watch Your Budget

The first thing that you want to do when planning a beach wedding is to establish a budget for all expenses. Setting a budget first and sticking to it, can limit countless hours of search. If you know what you can and can't afford, you can save yourself time by looking at beach locations that you can work with; Beach weddings are possible on any budget. If your budget is small, you will just have a smaller wedding and vice-versa.

Exploring Different Beaches

Technology has made exploring and researching different locations done fast. Once you have determined what country you would like to have the wedding in, explore the many beach services the country offers. Doing general internet searches and finding out which beaches offer the best wedding services will allow you to see the available options. Search pictures and testimonials from those who have used the beach for a wedding before. What you learn from others who have shared similar experience can be very beneficial in planning the perfect event.

Think Small about the Guest List

It helps a lot not only to have a more intimate experience with the people you love and cherish. It also allows you to spend more of your time and money on issues most important to you, be it the wedding cake, wedding dress or even the honeymoon vacation plans.

Limit the Open Bar

Let's face it; everyone tends to drink more than they should when they know the alcohol is free.

Therefore, limit the pre-reception cocktail hour and during the actual wedding reception, serve only wine and beer. But if you don't want your guest to think you cheaply of you, try and put a limit to the selection, by adding a few cost-friendly tropical cocktail. Since it’s a beach wedding, it doesn't get more exciting than a tropical flavor cocktail with an umbrella on top.

Make sure the cocktail you've chosen goes with the primary color of your wedding and declare them your "signature" drinks. This not only ensures you don't end up getting expensive beverages for everyone in the wedding party, you can also add pizzazz and ambiance towards the occasion.

These tips can be very helpful in planning a beach wedding. It is recommended that you start the plans early enough. It is now easier than ever to make your beach wedding dreams a reality. Set a budget; explore the different beaches they offer, chose a beach and spend less. Once you pick a beach for your wedding, leave the rest in the hands of the wedding planner. Contact us make your dream beach wedding a reality.

Embrace the Beauty of Flower Crowns for Your Wedding

This stunning Gulf Shores Wedding featured a wedding accessory I just love - Flower Crowns! Flower crowns have become a beloved wedding accessory choice for brides and bridal parties alike. These beautiful and versatile headpieces can add a touch of romance, whimsy, and natural elegance to your special day. Whether you’re planning a beach wedding, a rustic celebration, or a classic ceremony, flower crowns can enhance your look and bring a fresh, enchanting vibe to your wedding.

Why Choose Flower Crowns?

Flower crowns have been a symbol of beauty and love for centuries. Their timeless appeal makes them a perfect choice for any bride looking to add a touch of natural elegance to her wedding day. They can be tailored to suit any wedding theme, from bohemian to classic, and everything in between.

Versatile 

One of the greatest advantages of flower crowns is their versatility. They can be crafted from a variety of flowers, foliage, and even decorative elements like beads and ribbons. Whether you prefer bold, vibrant blooms or delicate, pastel flowers, there’s a flower crown that will perfectly match your wedding style.

Complements Any Hairstyle

Flower crowns can be incorporated into virtually any hairstyle. Whether you’re wearing your hair up, down, in braids, or in loose waves, a flower crown can complement your look. They can be used as a focal point or a subtle accent, depending on your preference.

Adds a Natural Element

Using flowers in your hair adds a beautiful, natural element to your bridal look. This is especially fitting for outdoor weddings, garden ceremonies, or beach nuptials. The organic beauty of flowers can enhance your overall aesthetic and bring a sense of freshness and vitality to your appearance.

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Sunrise Wedding in Orange Beach

Secret Sunrise Celebration

Shhh! Away from the bustle of afternoons or elegant evenings is a beautiful time of day – morning. There is something magical about mornings. Whether you are a morning person or not, few could debate the blissful beauty of being outdoors in the early hours of a new day.  The stillness. A subtle breeze on your cheeks.  Stretches of illuminated white sand.  A backdrop of rolling sun-kissed waves.  At this time of day our beautiful Gulf Coast Beaches seem heavenly, like something from another place. 

Morning weddings have become a popular choice for many couples as it is very quiet and there are not many people out and about. Why not share a special breakfast champagne at sunrise? What could be more beautiful than the stunning silhouette of you and your loved one with the rising sun behind you.  It’s a new day and the perfect time to start your new life together.  Even if you are not normally a morning person, the gorgeous sights of the Gulf Coast Beaches are guaranteed to have you bouncing out of bed on your big day.  We promise!