Why A Summer Wedding Is A Must!

If longer nights, sun kissed skin, bright dresses and fun summer cocktails aren’t already enough to convince you that Summer is the perfect time for a wedding, then keep reading to find out what makes the Summer season is one of our favorite seasons!


Endless Opportunities With Summer Color Schemes!


Everyone knows colors are just better in the summer! Summer is the season for all things bright and fun, and there is an endless amount of opportunities for your wedding color schemes! From elegant tones of blush and champagne to bright palettes with orange and fuchsia, every couple gets to dream big with their wedding in the summertime! Pair your wedding florals with our summery market umbrellas and rattan fans to create the perfect ceremony look or enhance your summer wedding reception with our flower chandeliers and rattan lighting!


Extended Day Time Hours!


Whether you’re wanting to have your wedding ceremony in the afternoon or wait until the evening, the summer wedding season allows for an endless amount of options for your wedding day timeline! Some couples may prefer an earlier start so they can have ample time to capture sunset photos while others may want to exchange their vows during golden hour - good news is that you get to choose! With the summertime there is no rush and we cannot wait to cater your day specifically to you and your vision!


More Likely To Attend


With the majority of big holidays in the fall and winter and work calming down in the summer, traveling for weddings becomes much easier for your guests! The summertime is a much less stressful time for people to plan trips so you’ll want to book that summer date to ensure all your loved ones are able to be there for your special day! Who knows…maybe you’ll want to account for a few extra days in your wedding weekend timeline after checking out our Raleigh Weekend Guides: Wine & Cocktail Bars, Coffee Shops, Restaurants, Nightlife & Accommodations.


Exciting Attire Options


If you’re anything like us, our closets just about double in the summertime with bright and fun outfit options! The warm weather makes for so many cute options and you’ll have every guest excited to go shopping for your big day! Whether you’re keeping it elegant with a black-tie dress-code or wanting to go the more casual route, there is something for everyone in the summer and we cannot wait to see what your guests arrive in!


Indoor Ceremony Options


If you’ve dreamed of a summer wedding but are nervous about the heat, we have a variety of indoor options for you to choose from for your ceremony! With its original flooring and gorgeous chandeliers, our Main House is rich with southern charm and perfect for more intimate ceremonies! If you’re looking to share your day with a larger guest count then the Carriage House is a great indoor option for you! With bright white walls, high ceilings, beautiful crystal chandeliers and a variety of backdrops to choose from, this space can be catered to any couple’s style! The Pergola is another option if you want to escape the heat, while exchanging your vows! This fully air conditioned space creates a more indoor-outdoor feel with its large windows and white lattice walls!


Allllllll The Honeymoon Options


For those of you wanting to go on your honeymoon right after your wedding, there is no better time than the summertime! Whether you want to experience a European summer or head south to a beautiful Caribbean island, there are an endless amount of beautiful places for you to choose from and we cannot wait to see where you go!


Summer weddings mean summer anniversaries and what better time to take a trip than the beautiful warm months! Whether you plan a weekend trip to the closest beach or an island getaway to celebrate, the options are endless in the Summer. So get that summer tan on, order all the bright dresses and start searching for the perfect place to spend your anniversary!


We would be honored to be a part of your dream summer wedding! Please let us know if you have any questions or would like to learn more about our summer availability!

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