Rainy Day Brides

So you’ve planned the perfect wedding, complete with a gorgeous view of the setting sun or under a canopy of trees, but then the forecast starts to turn on you and your sunny day turns into a potential blustery wet nightmare. But don’t worry! Here are some great suggestions for how to turn those rainy day blues into unforgettable charming moments!

Rainy Reception

If you know that rain is a real possibility on your wedding day, prepare for the weather from the start. When selecting a venue for its outdoor landscapes, also keep in mind the possibility of showers. Find out whether the outdoor locations are covered, or if there are any indoor spaces that might suffice in the event of rain. Some venues will even provide a rainy day plan in your contract, guaranteeing you a separate indoor space in case of rain.

Drizzling Invites

If you do see rain as a real possibility, let your guests know ahead of time. Include a Rain Card with the invitation to advise them on the proper action to take in case of rain. Maybe you are moving your reception to an entirely new venue, or you just want to let them no to bundle up instead of arriving fashionably dressed. This will save you and your bridal party from making hundreds of calls the day of.

Showery Supplies for the Guests

Of course the rain will be a challenge for the bride, but don’t forget that the rest of your wedding guests will also have to stick out the harsh conditions for you. Come prepared for a drizzle or a rain storm with a couple supplies on hand. For a full proof plan, consider renting a tent for your special day, some venues might even have them onsite. This will keep your guests nice and dry and ensure that you still get to have your outdoor wedding. If an emergency tent service is a bit too out of budget for you, consider purchasing towels and umbrellas for your guests. You'll also need a few towels on hand and maybe a couple of ushers to make sure seats are dried off before guests sit down.

Showery Supplies for the Bridal Party

If you don’t want to be constantly worried about rain, incorporate a rain plan into the bridal party. Purchase colorful cute umbrellas or Wellington boots, so you are ready to splash around. This can make for some great pictures that otherwise might not have happened. You can also get fancy with your umbrella and capture a sweet rainy moment between you and your groom, turning a rainy day into a sparkling shower.

Showery Supplies for You

Don’t forget to treat yourself if you are forsaking your dream sunset for a blustery rain storm. Take the chance to spoil yourself a bit on your wedding day. Perhaps an adorable white coat to keep you nice and warm or the beautiful shawl you were eyeing when picking out your dress. Some brides even prepare a long sleeve lace overlay for their bridal gown so they can still look fashionable, but stay warm. A couple of rain drops might be manageable, but shivering through your vows, probably isn’t your idea of perfection.

You can also inquire about a Rainaway Bride purchase. These custom bridal cloaks, provide you with a hood and a way to keep your dress up so, you won’t be dragging your train through the mud. Buy or rent one to stay dry and clean!

In Case of Emergency Kit

Let’s be honest, rain and any sort of beauty regimen don’t mix well together. You should already have an emergency touch up kit on hand, but in the case of rain throw in a few extras. Have bobby pins, hairspray, and even a straightener to tame any sort of rainy day fallout from your beautiful updo. You might also need a more intense makeup repair kit, complete with makeup removing wipes to get rid of any mascara that has fallen out of place with the rainy weather. 

      

Surprise Sprinkling

If you are caught totally by surprise, the best thing to do is embrace the rain. Sometimes a little hiccup in the perfect wedding is just what it takes for you to really enjoy the day. Stop fretting about the perfect photos and the ideal sunset that you’ve been picturing for months and just give into the rain. Have a relative pick up an emergency umbrella on their way in, or just let the rain pour for your ceremony. It might not be what you had in mind, but you will have a charmingly funny wedding story, and you’ll probably get a few laughs out of your groom.

If all else fails, just remember, rain on the wedding day means good luck for your marriage. So bundle up this weekend and get ready to let those rain drops fall on your head.