You can plan everything down to the finest detail, but there’s always one factor that will be hit or miss: the weather. The forecast can predict it, but what actually happens on your big day is a mystery until you actually get there. If you’re having a wedding in winter, when the weather is likely to be less than clement, take a look at these few tips to keep you prepared, rain, snow, or shine.

Accessories

Here in Britain, it’s not uncommon for rain to appear out of nowhere. With most wedding photographs preferably taken outside, you should take the appropriate precautions when dealing with the elements. Investing in some white umbrellas, as well as asking your wedding guests to bring along theirs, will make a great addition to the wedding photos if it’s raining or snowing, and won’t look out of place.

High heels can also be an issue when the ground becomes wet. Some photographers keep a few pairs of decorative wellingtons with them for such occasions, and make for some funny photos. Make a request for this with the main wedding party to have a memorable and unique photo, as well as keeping your shoes clean and feet dry. 

Hairstyle

Picking your wedding hairstyles for medium length hair is often one of the toughest choices. You want something that is going to stay in place, go with your wedding dress, and complement your facial shape.. Keep a few ideas in mind and decide in the morning (being aware of the time!) to make sure that what you have will survive the day. Take a handbag-sized bottle of hairspray with you, for touching up the wispy parts of your bridal hairstyle that may come loose on a blustery day.

Wedding Breakfast

If you have a feeling that it’s going to be cold on your wedding day, having a meal that warms you through will be essential. No one wants to be eating salad for starters if it’s snowing. Seasonal soup, filling roast dinners, hot chocolate pudding, or apple pie are some of the staples of a wedding breakfast in the winter.

Transport

Organise your wedding so your guests will find it easy to find appropriate transport. If you have the ceremony and reception in the same place, your guests won’t have to go outside much. Moving to different locations can sometimes be difficult, but one suggestion is coach hire. It can take guests from one venue to another to save on petrol, confusion, and waiting around in the cold for a lift.

Your own transport is just as important. Convertibles and horse-drawn carriages are some of the more romantic and preferred transport options, but make sure that there is the option of being covered. No one wants to arrive at the venue with their wedding hair, make-up, and dress soaked through!

Don’t stress about the weather – it can be predicted and updates are made hourly. Your wedding day will be the best day of your life, so a spot of rain won’t spoil it. Attempt to enjoy the poor weather. Spontaneous bad weather can make your wedding memorable to both your family and guests, and most importantly, you