HOW TO HANDLE RAIN
on your wedding day
Brides and grooms fear the prospects of rainy wedding days.
But even couples who have contended with everything from
a few drops to an all-out deluge on their wedding days look
back fondly on the ceremonies and receptions. In fact, how
couples handle any precipitation can affect how happy the
festivities may be.
HAVE A RAINY DAY GAME PLAN
Rain affects outdoor weddings more than any other type
of ceremony or reception. If the goal is to exchange vows
outdoors, work with the venue to make this possible with a
tent or gazebo. However, if the weather is especially foul and
windy, move it indoors.
INVEST IN GOLF UMBRELLAS
Couples who live in notoriously damp climates can purchase
golf umbrellas, which tend to be larger than the average
umbrella, and keep them stationed in decorated stands to
ease transitions between wedding sites and keep everyone as
dry as possible.
WEAR WATERPROOF COSMETICS
Women in the bridal party, including the bride, can ask their
makeup artists to use durable, waterproof products. This can
help salvage beautifully composed looks should some drops
begin to fall.
24
2020 SOUTH-CENTRAL INDIANA WEDDING GUIDE
KNOW VENDORS’ RAIN POLICIES
Some live musicians will not play in damp weather. Florists
may need to make accommodations for arrangements
blowing in the wind. Couples need to understand what
they’re responsible for and what may be covered if a weather
event occurs. Wedding insurance may help cover the costs of
nonrefundable cancellations.
MOVE PAST IT QUICKLY
It is okay to get upset if the weather turns for the worse.
But don’t dwell on it. Guests will sense negative energy, and
couples should set the tone of sticking it through despite a
little adversity — which can be a good lesson for the marriage
as well.
EMBRACE THE RAIN
While a couple probably won’t wish for rain, there are some
benefits to overcast skies, say the wedding professionals
at Brides magazine. Flowers are less likely to wilt in rainy
conditions. In the absence of bright sunlight, outdoor
photographs can really pop. Rain is romantic and may compel
couples and their guests to cuddle close.
Don’t let rain on a wedding day become a drag. With
preparation and perspective, couples can handle rainy
wedding days.