Comments on: Any ideas on planning a beach wedding?

By: callmeplayfair

callmeplayfair — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:13:59 +0000

First, congratulations on your upcoming wedding. My only comment is be realistic about your footwear in the sand. My son and his wife were married on a beach in Mexico, wearing a white dress and suit, but barefoot or wearing beachy sandals. We thought it was cool, but everyone would not be comfortable with that.
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By: shoujomaniac101

shoujomaniac101 — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:37:59 +0000

One thing to watch out for: WIND. There's usually always a breeze blowing on the beach, but it tends to pick up as the sun goes down (at least it does here on the west coast). Once you've selected your beach, go there at a few different times of day to get an idea of what the wind might be like. There's nothing like having a wedding ruined by blowing sand and/or a strong wind that picks up your gown and does not-so-wonderful things with your veil.
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By: Burjor T

Burjor T — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:09:59 +0000

Wear swim suit for wedding and jump in the sea.
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By: hot stuff

hot stuff — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 05:43:59 +0000

well when planning your wedding make sure its not too windy so that the cups and stuff don’t go flying away…
have a white arch with pink roses or any kind of flower on the arch,
have some nice white chairs on each side of the aisle, and make sure you look nice, because remember its you wedding too.
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By: jewels

jewels — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 05:21:59 +0000

I don't know about all that but what I think would be perfect for invitations are those message in a bottle ones. Thay have them on the net and some sites are alot cheaper than others, they would be soooo perfaect for a beach wedding they make me wish I could get married on a beach! lol
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By: FutureMom

FutureMom — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 04:45:59 +0000

Flordia has a big loooong rainy season, so you’ll need to go to wunderground.com to check out the weather. you don’t want to have to deal with rain. realize it will be humid, so I’d go with a fondant icing (not as tasty but it will hold it’s shape more than a whipped icing) for a cake. are you having a big wedding?? what time of day will it be? you’ll need to look into renting some chairs…you should get online and make some phone calls. also, it could be hot-so don’t wear too much perfume or hairspray. I’d have your hair up in a pretty, casual updo. I’d also look into some cute sandals since you’ll be on the beach–or just go barefoot! You might want a dress that doesn’t drag behind you, unless you don’t mind the sand. Just remember-you’ll want to keep it as casual as possible. a beach wedding puts you at the mercy of the elements, and more than anything else, you’ll need to be flexible Have fun!
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By: sara

sara — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 04:09:59 +0000

don't were heels if you are having the ceremony on the sand if its at night on the Beach candle light is very elegant
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By: BJ C

BJ C — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 03:36:59 +0000

i wouldnt wear heels real hard to walk and id look out for frisbees
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By: Hey_LiL_Momma_Let_Me_C_Yo_Grill

Hey_LiL_Momma_Let_Me_C_Yo_Grill — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 03:03:59 +0000

I Dont Know But Thats Going To Be Nice
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By: Mimi Di

Mimi Di — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:33:59 +0000

I got married in a watch tower on Amelia Island. We had a very small group and then a party at the Plantation afterwards.

I think the simpler you keep it the more beautiful it is. If it is in the evening, consider having torches in the sand surrounding the "altar" area, which can be as simple as renting some potted plants and placing them as a backdrop.
If you are having a ceremony on the beach, you will have to check with the parks department especially if you plan on having a bunch of people there. You might need an event permit.

I used a friend who was a notary public to officiate the ceremony as they are legally able to marry people.

If it’s summer in Florida- flowers wilt in the heat so don’t plan on having a bunch of expensive delicate petals. Talk to a florist about something hearty that will survive an hour or two of 95 degree heat.

Find someone who will play some music for you live or have someone set up outdoor speakers and creat a cd with the music you want to have as background for the ceremony.
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