Beach Wedding

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What can be more romantic than a wedding on the beach? The sand, the surf, the sun setting over the beach, the sound of seagulls and waves lapping upon the shore...it seems fairy tale perfect. So how does one go about a beach wedding?

Choosing a Location for your Beach Wedding

If you happen to live in a coastal state, it shouldn’t be too difficult to find a location. In many areas no special permit is needed in order to get married on the beach, but you’ll need to make sure. If you’re hiring a wedding planner she can let you know what’s involved in having a beach wedding in your area. You can also check with the local government to see if permits are necessary.

If you’re planning a destination wedding, you’ll need to check with the state or country in which you’ll be getting married to see what is involved. A travel agent or wedding planner specializing in beach weddings will be happy to help you choose a location and handle all of the small details.

Clothing

Since you’ll be on the beach, you’ll want to give your wardrobe careful consideration. Sand, salt water and wind are all in abundance at a beach wedding and more likely than not some of it will end up on your clothes. If you’re interested in an elaborate designer dress you may want to get married on dry land. beach wedding dresses are usually more [Informal Wedding Dresses| informal]]. A heavy wedding gown complete with train might be uncomfortable on a warm day. Plus, the wind might wreak havoc on a train and veil.

The bride who opts for a beach wedding would probably do best not to have any veil at all and instead choose a pretty hair accessory instead. Speaking of accessories, you’ll want to reconsider those satin high heeled pumps as well. Flat shoes or no shoes at all are best for a beach wedding.

Depending on how casual or formal the wedding is, men can wear anything from a linen suit to a colorful beach shirt

Weather

Weather is a major consideration for the couple wishing for a beach wedding. Not only will you have to consider hot summer weather, but you’ll also have to have a contingency plan in place in case of rain. Perhaps your wedding reception location can provide a dry spot for a ceremony in the event of extreme weather.

Public Beach

There’s something else to keep in mind when getting married on the beach and that is other beach goers. If you schedule your wedding for a summer weekend afternoon, you’ll be sharing the beach with sun worshipers and body surfers.

High Tides

Before you schedule a time, you’ll want to consult with a tide table. Can you imagine saying your vows at the foot of the surf, and all of a sudden the tide comes in? You want to look your best on your special day, avoid getting wet by scheduling your wedding during low tide.

A beach wedding is sure to make your special day more special. By following the tips outlined above, your day is sure to go off without a hitch.

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Jaide - You can check out Brown Bridesmaid Dresses for some ideas for brown dresses, but orange is a great shade to go with darker gowns, particularly if the wedding is in the fall.

-- Contributed by: Melissa Mayntz

These are so cute, but don't you have any brown bridesmaid dresses with some orange something or another in it? That is what my cousins bridesmaids dresses look like.

-- Contributed by: Jaide