A fall wedding gives you so many creative themes to choose from. Getting married in the fall means that you can choose a theme that’s highly seasonal or one that uses just a few of the season’s elements. Fall weddings can be casual, formal or something in between. Here are a few wedding themes for fall.
We know that this is an obvious choice, but think of everything you can do by choosing a fall foliage theme. If you’re getting married in the mountains, then the fall leaves will create the perfect backdrop and surroundings for this special day. Make a fall foliage theme fancier by spray painting gold leaves or keep things casual with table runners made from leaves in their traditional colors. Branches covered in fall leaves are the perfect centerpieces for your wedding. They’ll bring the season to your event in a subtle way.
Wheat stalks, pumpkins and haybales can all be a part of your harvest wedding theme for fall. This is an especially fun choice because it gives you plenty of variety and texture, making it easy to customize your big day. Moss and wheat centerpieces are natural and elegant while pumpkins give your reception that punch of pretty color. If you want to use pumpkins but orange doesn’t quite fit in with your theme, then paint them white, silver or one of your wedding colors.
If you’re getting married in October, then go with a full-on Halloween theme. A Halloween theme doesn’t have to be goth. It can be whimsical and fun or elegant and romantic. While we recommend that you avoid using decorations that are reminiscent of your favorite horror flick, we do advise using a color palette like black and red or purple and green. If you don’t mind a smidge of goth, go ahead and decorate with red roses and black accents. Ravens paired with a bit of glitz are a classy way to bring in a Halloween theme. If you prefer to decorate whimsically, pair a Halloween purple with black. For instance, place purple candles inside black candle holders for centerpieces or to decorate the gift or cake table.
Choosing a wedding theme can be challenging, but trust us, it’s easier to have one than it is to try and tie everything together without one. Fall themes are perfect because from the décor to the colors, the basics are built right in. Besides, wedding themes for fall are colorful, creative and fun.
Picture of Gateway Bridal's Wallace Dress taken by Nichol from Love One Another Photography
Your wedding day will be one of the most memorable, and stressful, days in your life. On the day of your wedding, the last thing you need are unexpected surprises. We put together this wedding day survival guide to help you avoid them.
While you’ve surely planned to spend a few moments alone with your future spouse on your wedding day, you should also take some time for yourself. There are so many things to do on your wedding day that it’s easy to become overwhelmed. Try to set aside a few minutes every hour or so just to breathe and recharge.
On this important day, you’ll get to wear the fancy clothes, eat your favorite foods and enjoy being the center of attention. All of these things are great, but you may need a little normal during such a life- changing event. Drink a soda, have a burger and fries for lunch or put on your favorite iTunes list in your changing room and dance with your friends.
When you get married, your wedding guests will want to hug and congratulate you, which may cause sensory overload. It’s unlikely that you’ve had as many people touch you in one day as you will on your wedding day. Avoid sensory overload by assigning a trusted friend or family member to create space around you when they notice that you’re starting to feel overwhelmed.
Picture taken by Christie Q Photography
If you spent hours putting together your table centerpieces or other decorations and want to hang on to a few of them, then make a list of the things that you want to keep from your wedding. It can be easy to become distracted by the many wedding traditions and leave the venue at the end of the night without these important keepsakes. Be sure to give this list to your bridal party and the venue coordinator. That way, you’ll have them saved for you when you return home from your honeymoon.
Even with this wedding day survival guide, you’re likely to run into something unexpected. When you do, roll with it. Don’t let unforeseen events mar your big day. Just remember, the most important thing is that you’re starting a new life, one that’s sure to bring you joy and happiness.
Photo taken by breannewestonphoto.com of bride Sarah Frye wearing Gateway Bridal's Palisade dress
Getting married is one of life’s major events. Enjoy the moment fully without worrying about the traditions and expectations of a classic wedding by hosting a destination wedding. Doing so in Park City will let you and your future spouse relax and focus on the most important part of your wedding, which is each other!
The first planning step is to choose a location. Have your Park City destination wedding in a church, resort or aspen tree grove. If the weather cooperates, you can even get married in a hot air balloon or in a ski lodge with a backdrop of gently falling snow. Park City is a destination with city and state parks, which means that getting married in the Utah town can also be affordable.
Make sure that your Park City destination wedding is documented by booking a photographer. Check with friends and family members for referrals. Also, since you’re having your wedding in a mountain setting, hire someone who has experience taking outdoor shots. It’s important to have a photographer who knows how to use the light in the best way as well as work with the shadows that nature tends to throw off.
Picture of Gateway Bridal wedding gown by Amber Shaw Photography
While you can bring in a few snacks or a dessert if you’re having your wedding outside, you may want to book a meal at a restaurant or hire a caterer to take care of the food. This is a destination wedding, so keep the food simple and order sandwiches or finger foods.
With a Park City destination wedding, you may want to have an intimate affair, one featuring just your close family members and friends. Consider sending out a save-the-date notification to give your loved ones as much time as possible to plan. Choose invitations that give your guests a sneak peak of your wedding location, so you may want ones with a picture of the mountains or trees.
With Park City as your wedding location, you’ll need to consider weather when it comes to choosing wedding clothes, especially if you’re planning to get married outdoors. A long-sleeved wedding dress may be in order for the bride while the groom may need to wear a warm suit. Gateway Bridal carries a wide selection of gowns, including many that can be customized to add long sleeves.
Picture of Gateway Bridal wedding gown by BrookeBakken
Park City is the perfect place for a destination wedding. Along with being close enough for your loved ones to drive to, it is also a vacation spot, so you’ll get to experience the thrill of tying the knot in a town that caters to world travelers, giving it the feel of a faraway destination.
With destinations like Zion and Moab, we really do live in a pretty state. Why honeymoon in a faraway place when you can tour stunning scenery, enjoy good food and shop in fun boutiques right here at home? So sit back and let GatewayBridal share with you the best places to honeymoon in Utah!
Did you know that you can honeymoon in a place that looks a lot like Kellerman’s Resort in the Catskill Mountains from the movie Dirty Dancing? The Homestead in Midway is this resort. With luxury and cottage suites available, you’ll have the time of your life staying at this classic site. The Homestead has a large swimming pool, hot tub and sauna. You can also book time at the Crater and splash around in a one-of-a-kind swimming hole. Tasty food is available onsite, and Park City is just a few minutes away if you want to spend time shopping.
A list of best places to honeymoon in Utah just wouldn’t be complete without Zion on it. Located in the charming town of Springdale, plenty of luxury accommodations are available near Zion including several bed and breakfast inns. At Zion, you’ll be spending your honeymoon hiking among spectacular scenery. Even if you’re a novice hiker, you should consider Zion for your honeymoon. This pretty place has a number of easy and lowkey hikes for you to try. The dining here is also a memorable experience. From the mouthwatering Mexican cuisine served at Oscars to the classic American fare at the Spotted Dog, be sure to try all of the tasty places to eat in Springdale. Shopping in Zion consists of little rock and jewelry shops, which are perfect for that honeymoon souvenir.
If you and your honey are outdoorsy, then trek on down to Moab. Like Zion, this is a hiking destination. Make plans to hike up to the beautiful Delicate Arch or the Landscape Arch. You may want to see Balanced Rock, or you can drive the 35 miles and wander around Canyonlands. There are many romantic hotels in Moab. Consider staying at the Sunflower Inn, the Red Cliffs Lodge or Under Canvas Moab, which is tent camping at its finest. Despite the town’s size, there are delicious and diverse places to eat. Stop by the Desert Bistro for Southwestern cuisine and fine wine or eat at the 98 Center Restaurant if you want to dine on Vietnamese food or sandwiches.
With places like Midway, Zion and Moab, you don’t have to leave the state to have a phenomenal honeymoon. Along with the beautiful sights, you’ll be able to stay in fine resorts, enjoy tasty cuisine and search for keepsakes in unique souvenir shops. Utah is the perfect place for a memorable honeymoon.