Wedding Planner: Seasons

When trying to decide on the type of wedding you want, you will need to consider the theme of your wedding. The theme may also depend on the season.

Your theme may be based on ethnic, regional, or seasonal factors. You may want to incorporate one or more of these factors into the theme of your wedding. Each region of the United States has its own customs and will offer inspiration for a theme for your wedding. The Southern regions of the United States offer many traditions. Weddings are a time when families and friends are reunited. Many southern weddings still follow the traditions of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. If you live in the Southwest, you will have Spanish, Mexican, and Native American traditions and foods to spice up your celebration. The themes in other areas of the country reflect the area in which the couple lives.

You will want to consider the season of the year in which you have planned your wedding. The weather will have an impact on your wedding.

Spring Weddings: Spring weddings usually take place in March, April, or May. Depending on the area you live in, the weather may have a great impact on your wedding. It could be rain or snow in some regions and often windy. Flowers will be blooming in April but May could be the month with the best weather.

Summer Weddings: The most popular month for weddings is June. The month of June is named after the Roman goddess Juno. She is the goddess of women and marriage and protects those who are married in her month. The weather of June is often much better and flowers are generally in full bloom.

If you plan to marry in June, you will need to make your plans well in advance. Many couples pick this month and you may not be able to get the locations you want for your reception or the hotel you have chosen for your out-of-town guests. Florists, caterers, and musicians and officiates are usually booked. If you have friends who become engaged at the same time you did, you will want to check their wedding dates. You do not want to have any conflicts especially if you have the same friends who may be attendants at your wedding.

For a summer wedding, July and August are good months. The days are long, but you have a problem with humidity in some areas. If you have guests coming from other states, this may be a good time for the wedding. They will probably be able to take the time from work and if they have children, school will be out.

The problem with a summer month such as July and August is that people make their vacation plans in advance. You need to send your invitations well in advance so that people are aware of your wedding date and can plan accordingly.

Fall Weddings: Getting married in the fall, September or October, has its advantages. The weather is mild. Summer travel is at an end. Hotels will have more rooms. Honeymoon destinations will be less crowded.

Winter Weddings: Some couples prefer winter weddings. Themes can be created around winter holidays. Winter actually begins in December but the weather in most areas make it seem like winter in November. There are not many weddings held in November. Everyone is gearing up for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Florists, caterers, and musicians are usually not very busy until after Thanksgiving. Hotels and some restaurants are usually decorated for the season and this may save you money on decorations.

This is also a good time for a wedding because family and friends usually get together for the Thanksgiving or Christmas holiday. Many travel from other states and if the wedding coincides with one of these holidays, you may have more of them attending your wedding.

January and February are also slow months for weddings and for travel. You will probably be able to reserve the place for your reception, the hotel, and book the service providers with ease. Because these are slow months for a lot of service providers, you may be able to save money in your budget.

The exception to slow in February is Valentine's Day. It is a romantic occasion and a popular day for weddings. You will need to book at a minimum six months in advance for a wedding on this date.

You should set the date for your wedding as soon as you can. Most places will need to be reserved at least six months in advance. Informal or small weddings should be reserved at least three months in advance if you do not need a large room.

Do not forget to discuss your plans with your groom. Carefully consider the options you have for your wedding day and plan accordingly. You will be glad you did.