10 Reasons Why You Should Have a Spring Wedding

Spring is a time of renewal and new beginnings. The symbolism behind the spring months make it the perfect time to celebrate your marriage, but there are many other reasons to pick this beautiful time of the year too. Whether you’re in the UK or the US and considering a spring wedding for March, April or May or if you’re based in Australia and looking at September, October or November dates, we have listed our top 10 reasons why you should have a spring wedding. Let’s go…

1. Wedding venue availability

During the peak summer months it can sometimes be tricky to find the perfect date for your big day, especially if you want to get married within 12-18 months of getting engaged. But choosing a glorious spring wedding celebration could mean much more flexibility when it comes to selecting your dream venue.

2. More wedding vendor options

Following on from your venue availability, it’s fair to say that wedding vendors are pretty much the same. The summer months are always the busiest time of year for our favourite industry experts so by opting for a spring wedding could mean you get the pick of the bunch! Depending on the wedding date you could be in for a bit of a discount too.

3. The weather

Sweating in a three-piece suit in the height of summer or shivering in your silky strappy wedding dress in the depths of winter may not be ideal for you, or your guests! But having a spring wedding complete with milder temperatures could mean avoiding the seasonal weather extremes leaving everyone feeling much more comfortable on the big day.

4. Beautiful backdrops

Spring is often when wedding venues look their very best. The gardens are starting to really bloom, the greenery starts filling out and your wedding backdrops become even more colourful and lush for those all important photo opportunities.

5. Seasonal flowers

Depending on where you are in the world, picking seasonal spring flowers can result in some absolutely stunning wedding floral decor. Peonies and Forsythia are just two popular choices for couples when it comes to choosing beautiful blooms for their bouquets. Opting for a spring date could result in even more choice of flowers in season, meaning the more creative you can be!

6. Colour palettes

Speaking of florals, the colour palettes in spring are by far some of our favourites. Soft pastels, subtle hues, and lush greenery make for a beautifully elegant wedding palette. Whether you’re going all out on a big decadent wedding or keeping it intimate and informal, bright and breezy spring colours are sure to suit your wedding aesthetic perfectly.

7. Less formal arrangements

Along with those fresh colours and longer daylight hours, you may like to choose a less formal arrangement when it comes to your wedding timeline. Following the restrictions of winter, spring allows the time (and temperature) to be outside for longer. Fancy a cocktail hour outside? Great idea. Want to head off on a quick adventure and catch a sunset for your couple shots? Love that! Hosting your wedding in spring can help you opt for fewer formalities and include some more fun and freedom into the day.

8. Take it outdoors

Always dreamt of marrying your loved one in a forest full of candles and fairy lights or in the garden of your family home? Well spring may be the perfect time of year to make your romantic outdoor wedding dream become a reality. Weather? Check. Colour palette? Check. Beautiful wedding vibe? Check!

9. Honeymoon choices

If you’re planning on jetting off on your honeymoon straight after the wedding you’re in luck because spring is often the best time of year for making travel plans and it’s kinder on your budget! You might find travel is slightly cheaper in the spring as you can easily avoid the school holidays. Not to forget that so many destinations around the world are at their very best around this beautiful time of year. Happy honeymoon planning! We’re not jealous…much!

10. New beginnings

The symbolism around spring reflects a time for new beginnings, a fresh start and growth. All the positivity from this joyful time of year can seep into your wedding plan and that wonderful optimism from spring’s connotations can make for a blissful wedding celebration!

Whatever type of wedding you decide upon you must consider hosting it in spring. We can’t think of a better time of year to toast your new life together, along with a stunning luscious setting where your guests can witness your new chapter as newlyweds.