5 Tips for Planning your Summer Arizona Wedding

You’ve been dreaming of your summer Arizona wedding.

But then questions about the heat start whirling around in your head…

“How are we going to keep our guests cool?”

“How can I feel my best while I’m worried about sweat?”

“How do we get beautiful outdoor photos without worrying about the heat?”

These questions and doubts can understandably discourage thoughts on your summer Arizona wedding. However, they don’t have to! You’re about to read how to keep your dream summer Arizona wedding alive and COOL!

5 Tips for Planning your Summer Arizona Wedding

1) Escape the heat:

In the Phoenix valley the Arizona summer heat can get to guests. Plan a wedding up in Northern Arizona and then you will get to enjoy cooler Arizona weather and a woodland backdrop. Here are some recommended Northern Arizona Summer Venues:

• Ranchos Los Lagos
• L’AUBERGE de SEDONA
• EL PORTAL AND SEGNER RANCH
• Creekside Inn at Sedona
• FOXBORO RANCH ESTATES

2) Timing is everything:

If you’re wanting a summer Phoenix wedding I would recommend having your ceremony an earlier time, enjoy a summer breakfast or brunch themed wedding! Here are some recommended Phoenix Arizona Summer Venues:

• DC Ranch
• Sassi
• El Chorro
• Royal Palms
• Boojum Tree

3) Rent A/C units:

If your wedding is in the Phoenix valley disguise the summer heat with a/c units and fans surrounding the ceremony and reception areas of your venue.

4) Provide Refreshments for Guests:

There are many items that add to the summer nostalgia: frozen drinks, water and sunscreen. Supply these items for your guests to enjoy your summer romance to it’s fullest joy!

5) Dress According to Weather:

Embrace the weather by dressing in lighter attire, that includes the wedding dress and a tux for the groom to breathe. Council with your florist for the ultimate desert flowers that can withstand the flowers the whole day.  Supply devices like blotting paper and cooling gadgets (like portable fans) for yourself and your wedding party if you happen to glisten. Technology makes a difference and allows for us desert people to live year round comfortably in the Sonoran desert!

If you’re a bride planning your wedding day, please leave questions at INFO@APRILMAURA.COM and I would be happy to answer them in the future blog posts on APRIL MAURA’S WEDDING TIPS!