The proposal is done and now it’s time to start your wedding planning. You’re full of excitement and hope for your big day, but you need to make the first of many wedding day choices… When will the big day be?
This guide can help you understand the pros and cons of each season for weddings so that you can choose the best wedding month!
Keep reading below to learn more.
Summer Wedding
Summer is the most popular choice for weddings because of a couple of reasons. Summer weddings also come with some unique challenges. Take a look at these pros and cons to decide if summer offers the best month for wedding planning for you.
Pros
June’s brides.
The number one reason for Summer weddings is for families to take off from work and bring their kids who are out of school. If it’s important to have a lot of wedding guests or to see your younger family and friends at your wedding, summer is the ideal wedding season.
You’re almost guaranteed some good weather in the summer. You’re less likely to face wind, cold, and rain on a summer wedding day. Especially if you like beach or outdoor weddings, the weather should not be a major consideration.
Cons
Difficulty in booking wedding venues.
Due to the popularity of Summer months, it can be difficult to book a time slot for your wedding. A lot of venues and vendors get booked early on. You may have to plan your wedding a year in advance.
Another challenge could sometimes be the weather. You’ll have to take that into consideration when choosing your wedding dress. Big, extravagant dresses with a lot of layers can be uncomfortable in the Summer heat. If your reception or ceremony is outdoors, you’ll need to pick a lighter, more comfortable dress.
If your wedding dreams involved a big princess dress, there’s probably a better season for you.
Fall Wedding
Fall weddings offer a unique visual display of colors, especially for bridesmaids and wedding guests. You could choose an ivory wedding dress or go with a variety of other bridal colors. You bridesmaids could wear jeweled tone dresses in harmony with changing of the leaves.
Pros
The pros of a fall wedding are many. The colors! Is there anything more beautiful than fall foliage? Just imagine bright reds, oranges, yellows and maroons showing up in the background of all your photos. Fall weddings inspire a bride to go bold and beautiful. Just take your inspiration from what nature is telling you.
You can also feel a little more certain that the temperature will be comfortable no matter what you wear, especially if you choose to have your wedding in the early to mid-fall. Temperatures during this time are usually comfortable and temperate. You may choose to have a little shrug to go with your dress just in case things get chilly.
Cons
If you are planning a fall wedding you have to keep in mind the following. This time of the year is the busiest for families. Children are recently back in school and many businesses are gearing up for the holidays. For that reason, you may find that you have a smaller guest list than you expected while planning your wedding. On the other hand Fall season is the perfect time of the year for a small intimate wedding with close family and friends.
Also, fall colors, while beautiful, are unpredictable. What may have been a date for beautiful falling leaves one year may show nothing but bare tree branches the following year. If you’re determined on having fall colors in your outdoor photographs… Well, you may need to adjust your expectations.
Winter Wedding
A winter wedding is a pretty whimsical choice. It’s certainly not for every bride, but just because January is unexpected doesn’t mean it’s the worst month to get married. It just depends on your priorities.
Pros
If you want a holiday-themed wedding, this is pretty much the only time to do it. If you love winter decor, this is the time to do it. Think sparkly, reds and greens, shimmery whites and silver. If this is your preferred season you might as well lean into it with a winter wonderland wedding theme.
If you have family members or friends still in college, you can also plan a wedding for the winter to be sure they can attend your ceremony. Consider their school vacation and plan it at that time slot.
Whimsical winter weddings could be extraordinary. Have fun with it, do a snowball party, consider extravagant sleeves or a luxurious fur wrap to go with your dress. Do you want more inspiration? Watch The Snow Bride:
Cons
The con is, of course, the cold. There won’t be many outdoor reception halls available for winter weddings. However if there are some, you can take advantage of better pricing.
Spring Wedding
Spring weddings bring a sense of renewal, and what is a wedding but a renewal of the love between you and your future spouse. Get ready to feel those butterflies all over again and consider these pros and cons.
Pros
Flowers! Oh, the floral options for the spring are just endless. Every color and texture under the sun is at your disposal, so if the floral arrangements are the most exciting part of wedding planning for you then spring is the perfect season for you.
You can also plan a spring wedding around spring break and feel confident that you’ll have a warm wedding date. Plan for a later spring month so that you can avoid colder temperatures during early Spring months.
Cons
Allergies! If you are planning an outside wedding consider the high concentration of pollen in the air. Take allergy meds for you or possibly some of your wedding guests. All those beautiful blooms could cause the worst allergies of the year. On the other hand red eyes and runny noses will make the best funny wedding videos.
The Best Wedding Month for You
What vibe do you want most for your wedding? Sunshiney and fun? Dark and mysterious? Whimsical and cheery? Bright and light? Depending on your favorite seasons you can pick the best wedding month. Keep in mind these pros and cons and you’re sure to succeed.
Now that you’ve narrowed down the time of year for your wedding, are you ready to get to the planning? Start by looking at our wedding dress selections today!
