{"id":2374,"date":"2011-04-28T12:19:43","date_gmt":"2011-04-28T17:19:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=2374"},"modified":"2021-02-02T19:44:35","modified_gmt":"2021-02-03T00:44:35","slug":"planning-an-outdoor-wedding-read-these-tips-first-part-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-ceremonies\/planning-an-outdoor-wedding-read-these-tips-first-part-1","title":{"rendered":"Planning An Outdoor Wedding? Read These Outdoor Wedding Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Perhaps the best part of outdoor weddings is the opportunity to add your special touch. For example, something as simple as choosing a tent can be an entire adventure.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re having a tent you\u2019ll have choices over the tent size and style, type and amount of lighting, size and shape of tables, style of chairs, color of linens, to name a few. You\u2019ll have carte blanche over the d\u00e9cor, allowing you to pick a theme and decorate in a number of ways.<\/p>\n<p>As co-owner of a party rental business I\u2019ve discovered and shared a number of tips with brides-to-be on planning an outdoor wedding. I hope these will help you with your big day.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/home\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28226\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.13.53.png\" alt=\"outdoor wedding ideas\" width=\"498\" height=\"752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.13.53.png 564w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.13.53-530x800.png 530w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.13.53-199x300.png 199w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.13.53-500x755.png 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 498px) 100vw, 498px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28226\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.13.53.png\" alt=\"outdoor wedding ideas\" width=\"498\" height=\"752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.13.53.png 564w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.13.53-530x800.png 530w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.13.53-199x300.png 199w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.13.53-500x755.png 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 498px) 100vw, 498px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11570\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11570\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/home\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11570\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ef4545b1c6080b701cc86a737e2eb69d.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding ceremony\" width=\"500\" height=\"679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ef4545b1c6080b701cc86a737e2eb69d.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ef4545b1c6080b701cc86a737e2eb69d-221x300.jpg 221w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11570\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11570\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ef4545b1c6080b701cc86a737e2eb69d.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding ceremony\" width=\"500\" height=\"679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ef4545b1c6080b701cc86a737e2eb69d.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ef4545b1c6080b701cc86a737e2eb69d-221x300.jpg 221w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/101331060338590758\/\">Pinterest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11568\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11568\" style=\"width: 498px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/home\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-11568\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ddac0f53a99d33a4194db4647f57a59f.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding ideas\" width=\"498\" height=\"745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ddac0f53a99d33a4194db4647f57a59f.jpg 452w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ddac0f53a99d33a4194db4647f57a59f-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 498px) 100vw, 498px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11568\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-11568\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ddac0f53a99d33a4194db4647f57a59f.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding ideas\" width=\"498\" height=\"745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ddac0f53a99d33a4194db4647f57a59f.jpg 452w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ddac0f53a99d33a4194db4647f57a59f-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 498px) 100vw, 498px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.brides.com\/blogs\/aisle-say\/2012\/06\/eco-friendly-wedding-east-hampton.html\">Pinterest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Top Tips For Planning the Perfect Outdoor Wedding<\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Planning for the weather.<\/strong> Depending on what part of the country and time of year you\u2019re getting married, weather could be a factor. As I mentioned in my last <a title=\"Planning Your Big Day: Which Venue Is Right? \" href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-reception\/planning-your-big-day-which-venue-is-right\">blog entry on picking a venue<\/a>, tents can be remarkably good at keeping your guests cool in the summer heat and warm on a chilly night. If you anticipate rain or high winds be sure and reserve sidewalls for your tent. If the day turns out to be perfect you can have the tent rental company remove them (or even take them down yourself).<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Keep your guests from melting<\/strong>. If you\u2019re expecting a real scorcher of a day have plenty of bottle water available and sunscreen on hand. Guests will appreciate a program to fan themselves with. One chic bride has <a title=\"Check out our blog entry on this fabulous wedding idea.\" href=\"http:\/\/blog.lakesregiontent.com\/2010\/07\/keeping-the-sun-out\/\">paper parasols<\/a> available for her guests. If you\u2019re inside a tent consider large electric fans to keep air moving, and don\u2019t forget a generator if there is no power source available.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/home\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28229\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.19.10.png\" alt=\"outdoor wedding tips\" width=\"572\" height=\"860\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.19.10.png 572w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.19.10-532x800.png 532w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.19.10-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.19.10-500x752.png 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 572px) 100vw, 572px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28229\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.19.10.png\" alt=\"outdoor wedding tips\" width=\"572\" height=\"860\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.19.10.png 572w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.19.10-532x800.png 532w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.19.10-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/Screenshot-2015-11-05-22.19.10-500x752.png 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 572px) 100vw, 572px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11569\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11569\" style=\"width: 558px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/home\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-11569\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/983b35e179f1f0b99aac36676c3169b3.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding ceremony\" width=\"558\" height=\"837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/983b35e179f1f0b99aac36676c3169b3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/983b35e179f1f0b99aac36676c3169b3-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/983b35e179f1f0b99aac36676c3169b3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/983b35e179f1f0b99aac36676c3169b3-500x750.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 558px) 100vw, 558px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11569\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-11569\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/983b35e179f1f0b99aac36676c3169b3.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding ceremony\" width=\"558\" height=\"837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/983b35e179f1f0b99aac36676c3169b3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/983b35e179f1f0b99aac36676c3169b3-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/983b35e179f1f0b99aac36676c3169b3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/983b35e179f1f0b99aac36676c3169b3-500x750.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 558px) 100vw, 558px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/28640147601459851\/\">Pinterest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>3. Don\u2019t let your guests freeze.<\/strong> If you anticipate temperatures to drop to chilly levels the day of your wedding be prepared. Guests will leave quickly if they are cold. With a tent, side panels (consider clear panels if you have a view to enjoy) and appropriate tent heaters you and your guests will stay warm through the night. I suggest 1 heater for every 1500-2000 square feet. This means if you have a 30\u2019x40\u2019 tent you\u2019ll need one heater; if you have a 40\u2019x60\u2019 tent you\u2019ll need two. And don\u2019t forget the generator if you don\u2019t have access to electricity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Let the sun be your guide.<\/strong> If you have your pick of locations for your ceremony consider the time of day and where the sun will be. If you\u2019re planning a ceremony in the late afternoon determine if the setting sun will be in guests eyes, or soft enough to provide a beautiful backdrop for your ceremony. If your ceremony is early in the afternoon, is there a location that will provide some tree coverage from the sun\u2019s harsh rays?<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11571\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11571\" style=\"width: 520px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/home\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-11571\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/2c4bcd7a0cc1ba891bb201273849dc82.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding pictures\" width=\"520\" height=\"785\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/2c4bcd7a0cc1ba891bb201273849dc82.jpg 493w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/2c4bcd7a0cc1ba891bb201273849dc82-199x300.jpg 199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 520px) 100vw, 520px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11571\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-11571\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/2c4bcd7a0cc1ba891bb201273849dc82.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding pictures\" width=\"520\" height=\"785\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/2c4bcd7a0cc1ba891bb201273849dc82.jpg 493w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/2c4bcd7a0cc1ba891bb201273849dc82-199x300.jpg 199w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 520px) 100vw, 520px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/119626933824523759\/\">Pinterest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>5. Keep the bugs at bay.<\/strong> Mosquitoes, flies, gnats\u2014keep those pesky insects at bay with the use of \u00a0citronella candles or a bug zapper. If flying creatures are especially heavy perhaps have a natural bug repellant available for guests to spray on themselves.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6. Spruce up the surroundings.<\/strong> If your location is not used frequently for outdoor events you may need to drop by the week before the wedding to ensure the lawn has been mowed and the ground raked. You might want to ask a friend or a member of the wedding party to stop by that morning to even do a last minute check. If the setting lacks color you might bring in pots of flowers or flowering shrubs, or consider using an arbor for the ceremony and weave fresh or silk flowers among the trellis.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11573\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11573\" style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/home\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11573\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ecd5170b241dac2b98a32c55a96459d4.jpg\" alt=\"how to plan an outdoor wedding\" width=\"550\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ecd5170b241dac2b98a32c55a96459d4.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ecd5170b241dac2b98a32c55a96459d4-300x218.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ecd5170b241dac2b98a32c55a96459d4-500x364.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11573\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11573\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ecd5170b241dac2b98a32c55a96459d4.jpg\" alt=\"how to plan an outdoor wedding\" width=\"550\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ecd5170b241dac2b98a32c55a96459d4.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ecd5170b241dac2b98a32c55a96459d4-300x218.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/ecd5170b241dac2b98a32c55a96459d4-500x364.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/354517801886949084\/\">Pinterest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\">7. Flaunt the view.<\/strong><span style=\"line-height: 1.5em;\"> If you have a view or prefer a more open, airy feel in your tent, you might have 10\u2032 side poles installed, as opposed to the industry standard 7\u2032 sides. This elevates the tent making it easier to see out. If you are planning to use sidewalls, many tent rental companies can supply clear panels so your view is not obstructed.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"zemanta-article-ul zemanta-article-ul-image\" style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0; overflow: hidden;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"zemanta-article-ul zemanta-article-ul-image\" style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0; overflow: hidden;\">\n<li><strong>8. Make sure your guests feel involved.<\/strong> If you\u2019re planning for a large group, a long narrow tent can put a lot of distance between your guests and food tables, bars, dance floor, toasts and photo opportunities. Guests can start to feel cut off from the action (maybe your 90 year old grandmother won\u2019t mind, but most guests do). \u00a0Increasing the width of your tent to 50 or 60 feet will provide a squarer layout and bring your guests closer to the activity. For example, rather than go with a 20\u2019x100\u2019 tent, opt for a 40\u2019x50\u2019. Same square footage, but a much better layout.<\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<li><strong>9. There\u2019s no need to shout.<\/strong> Visit your wedding site beforehand at the same time of day as your ceremony and take a moment to listen. Are there sounds that may make it difficult for guests to hear you or the officiate? Boats going by, waves crashing, airplanes overhead, screaming kids next door? Consider renting a sound system with clip mikes for those who are speaking during the ceremony. Your DJ or band may be able to supply this for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<ul class=\"zemanta-article-ul zemanta-article-ul-image\" style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0; overflow: hidden;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul class=\"zemanta-article-ul zemanta-article-ul-image\" style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0; overflow: hidden;\">\n<li><strong>10. Don\u2019t leave guests wondering where to go.<\/strong> If your outdoor location has limited or non-existent bathrooms you will need to rent a portable potty, or risk having some guests relieve themselves in the bushes (yes, this does happen). Don\u2019t be put off by the picture as there are many rental companies who provide dressed-up portable restroom trailers specific for outdoor events. They feature flushing toilets, running water, ac\/heat, lights and even decorated stalls.<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_11662\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11662\" style=\"width: 584px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/home\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-11662\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding tent\" width=\"584\" height=\"778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6-500x666.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6-672x896.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 584px) 100vw, 584px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11662\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-11662\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding tent\" width=\"584\" height=\"778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6.jpg 736w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6-500x666.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/18bbc4933db52094848aae31a8e70cb6-672x896.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 584px) 100vw, 584px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Source: http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/10907224071420612\/<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<li><strong>11. Make sure your guests can move.<\/strong> There is nothing worse than getting squeezed into a table with too many people. When planning your seating arrangements, a <a title=\"Information about tables sizes\" href=\"http:\/\/www.lakesregiontent.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5\u2032 round or square table <\/a>seats eight comfortably and a <a title=\"more information about 6' round tables\" href=\"http:\/\/www.lakesregiontent.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">6\u2032 round table<\/a> seats 10 comfortably. Also, dressing your table with long linens may look beautiful in magazines, but the reality is that chairs and feet often get caught in the \u201cpuddle.\u201d If you can\u2019t get linens for your tables that hit at or just above the ground, consider going with shorter linens rather than longer ones.<\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<li><strong>12. Make Sure You&#8217;re Powered Up<\/strong>. Depending on your venue or how far your site is from a power source you may need to rent a generator to supply extra electricity\u2026.especially if you have a band, catering ovens and extensive lighting. Your rental provider should be able to supply you with the necessary equipment.<\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<li><strong>13. Create a Surprise<\/strong>. If you have the space you might consider using a cocktail tent to provide an intimate setting for guests to mingle before being seated and allow you to preserve the surprise of your decorations in the main tent. This can also double as the buffet serving area and allow you to use a smaller main tent.<\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<li><strong>14.Plan an Appropriate Menu<\/strong>.\u00a0Does your caterer have experience with outdoor wedding menus? Make sure he or she is planning things that will keep well outdoors in the heat. Avoid items with mayonnaise or dishes which must be served cold. You want your wedding to be memorable; food poisoning is not a good memory.<\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<li><strong>15. Light the Way<\/strong>. For an evening wedding or if the festivities will continue even after the sun has set, be sure to include twinkling votives, tea lights, lanterns, or strings of small sparkly lights into your decorating plans. In addition, be sure to illuminate walkways, steps, paths to the parking area and restrooms, and other potential night time safety hazards. If string lights are not practical, coffee cans partially filled with sand can house a candle and create a glowing path for guests.<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_11664\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11664\" style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/home\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11664\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/495bdf04554e4907699b1f917bc3de34.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding decorations\" width=\"550\" height=\"733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/495bdf04554e4907699b1f917bc3de34.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/495bdf04554e4907699b1f917bc3de34-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/495bdf04554e4907699b1f917bc3de34-500x666.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11664\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11664\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/495bdf04554e4907699b1f917bc3de34.jpg\" alt=\"outdoor wedding decorations\" width=\"550\" height=\"733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/495bdf04554e4907699b1f917bc3de34.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/495bdf04554e4907699b1f917bc3de34-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/04\/495bdf04554e4907699b1f917bc3de34-500x666.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.weddingchicks.com\/2014\/03\/07\/traditional-southern-glam-wedding\/\">Wedding Chicks<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<li><strong>16. Invest in a Good Tent<\/strong><em>.<\/em> Take no shortcuts here. As I mentioned previously, you want your wedding to be memorable; having your tent blow away or leak during a storm is not the memory you want. In addition, a cheap tent makes an entire wedding look, well, cheap. There are a variety of models \u2013 frame tents, pole tents, and sail cloth tents \u2013 that work best for different settings and budgets. A quality tent rental provider will have a different styles and sizes and work with you to determine the best tent for your event.<\/li>\n<li><\/li>\n<li><strong>Research Rental Agents<\/strong>.\u00a0Outdoor weddings can require a significant amount of rentals&#8211;tables, chairs, lights, tableware to name a few. Finding a quality rental agency is of the utmost importance. Don\u2019t let price be the driving factor. Among our local competitors, the \u201ccheapest\u201d supplier also has some of the shabbiest tents and dirtiest rentals (consider that a cheaper rental price often means no one is being paid to clean items in between events). On your big day the last thing you want to be thinking about is wiping down chairs and removing dirt from tent sidewalls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Good luck with your big day and I hope these tips have (or will) be helpful to you.<\/li>\n<li><em>By: Nora Foster<\/em><em>Lakes Region Tent &amp; Event is a tent and party rental provider located in central New Hampshire. Whether you\u2019re hosting 50 or 500 guests, they offer a variety of tents, tables and chairs, tableware, linens, lighting and more to fit any wedding style, size and budget. 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