Pumpkin spice, bonfires, and cozy sweaters. If these are a few of your favorite things, a fall wedding may be perfect for you. Before you book your fall wedding let's look at the pros and cons of getting married during this season.
Pros
Weather
Fall is a great time for a wedding especially in Charleston because the weather gets cooler and you can walk around and not be dripping with sweat. There are a lot of weddings outside during this season because there is a wonderful breeze. The leaves begin changing colors, so the outdoors is a beautiful background for all of your pictures.
Availability During the Fall
Fall is less busy than the summer months, so your guests will easily be able to find a place to stay. Additionally, you will have more dates to choose from when booking your venue, caterer, music, and bartenders.
Accessible Decorations
If you are seeking autumn color palettes or fall-inspired pieces for decorations you’ll be able to easily find what you’re looking for. Stores begin stocking fall products before summer ends. You’ll be able to hit some deals on items too.
Flowers
There are tons of flowers that bloom year-round, but there are some in-season fall flowers that are just beautiful and will make a statement.
Garden roses are gorgeous this time of year
Anemones have striking black centers that look effortless in a bouquet
Dahlias are stunning in a bouquet, especially burgundy dahlias
Marigolds complement the fall color palette of gold, orange, and red
Protea makes for a one of a kind bridal bouquet
Cons
Hurricane Season
Yes, the weather will be cooler, but it is the season for hurricanes in Charleston. You will want to prepare a backup plan for your wedding day. If you were planning an outdoor wedding be sure to have an inside area booked well in advance.
Holidays are Approaching
Once fall hits, families are planning vacations and being more cautious with finances due to upcoming holiday shopping and travel. It is good to be aware of this if you desire a destination or weekend getaway wedding, which requires airfare and hotel stays for your guests.
Guests Calendars Begin Filling
Fall begins the holiday season. If your wedding is near Thanksgiving, you may find it harder to have guests RSVP, since many will have holiday plans. It is best to send your invitations for a fall wedding at least a year in advance.
Skin
As summer fades and fall begins the skin tends to start drying out. There are numerous skincare products available, but there is nothing worse than a brand new product failing on you. No one wants flakey skin or dry spots on their face, especially not on their wedding day.
Contact Us
Once you decide on the season of your wedding you then have to think about hair and makeup. Here at Lashes and Lace, we have all beauty needs taken care of for yourself and your bridesmaids. Contact us to book our space on Broad Street right in the heart of downtown Charleston, SC. We can’t wait to hear about your special day.