It’s summer, so we can’t help but want to be by the water at. all. times. There’s a certain whimsy to bodies of water — they’re soothing, mysterious and downright beautiful. It’s no doubt that venues next to rivers, oceans, creeks, pools and lakes lure brides and grooms in when they are location scouting, and the sweeping views = love at first sight.

Thus, we’re inspired to check out some wonder-inducing waterside weddings to see how couples turn to blue backgrounds to say “I do.”

Wedding Bliss Simple Understated Wedding Nuptials| Serafini Amelia| Bohemian Waterside Wedding Inspiration
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A waterside wedding venue is perfect for a nautical theme.
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poolside wedding reception - photo by Lara Hotz http://ruffledblog.com/waterside-destination-wedding-in-bali #weddingreception #receptions #destinationwedding
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Classic Waterside Wedding | photography by http://www.weber-photography.com/
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PERFECT!! Water background but no dealing with sand, hanging lights, petal-ed aisle, and candles!
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casual lakeside wedding | a beautiful mess.  Who knew planning outside weddings was so tough.  Just another gorgeous site I wouldn't mind having. :)
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Dress Designer: Jim Hjelm Flowers & Veil or Hair Accessories: Plenty of Posies
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An inviting evening lakeside wedding lounge with hay bale seating and string lighting. Joshua Zuckerman Photography via The Knot #summerwedding #weddinglounge
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Photography: Mango Studios - mangostudios.com  Read More: http://www.stylemepretty.com/canada-weddings/2014/05/16/cottage-wedding-lakesimcoe/
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gorgeous floral "chandelier"
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outside beach reception with hanging candle lighting #beachwedding #weddingreception #weddingchicks http://www.weddingchicks.com/2014/03/18/easy-beach-wedding-ideas/
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Win the ultimate wedding starter kit from BHLDN, Minted, mywedding.com and Wedding Party - Wedding Party
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Beach ceremony drenched in flowers | Photography: InTandem - abicyclefortwo.com | Event Planning: Signature - signaturemexico.com Read More: http://www.stylemepretty.com/destination-weddings/2014/05/23/colorful-cabo-wedding/
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beach wedding with simple arch with draped fabric florals and greenery #beachwedding #weddingceremony #weddingchicks http://www.weddingchicks.com/2014/02/05/dos-pueblos-ranch-wedding-2/
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Photography: ShoeBox Photography - www.shoeboxphotography.ca  Read More: http://www.stylemepretty.com/destination-weddings/2014/09/01/vintage-bohemian-beach-wedding-at-jellyfish-punta-cana/
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