Each day is getting a little longer, a little sunnier and more flowers are coming into bloom - all of which are the early signs of spring, otherwise known as the official beginning of wedding season.

While many people plan the big day for summer, spring weddings are a fabulous idea for many reasons. One, it is in between busy season as usually venues are booked for the holidays and summer, spring is a nice in between and hopefully leaves you with some more venue options.

Second, spring is all about pastels and newly blooming flowers, also the beginning of fruit and veggie season. Getting married in spring also helps guests plan their summer vacations with freedom, and not around your big day.

While there are a lot of benefits, it isn't all sunshine and rainbows, you are planning a wedding which gets stressful. Keep these spring wedding planning do's and don'ts in mind as the big day approaches.

Do Choose Your Date Carefully

Spring wedding dates are tricky, you would think it is the perfect season for sunny weather that isn't blisteringly hot and guests have more availability but be careful for easter holidays, mothers and fathers day which can be big events for many people.

Second is the weather, april showers brings may flowers. Depending on where you live, you could get rain if you are unlucky.

Picking a day in spring for a wedding is a sweet spot between sunny weather, after easter but before the summer hustle.

Don't Pick Out Of Season Colors

When you imagine your wedding day, what colors come to mind? Honestly, if you are torn between spring, summer, fall or winter wedding, consider the color palette that best suits your vision board.

Getting married in the spring calls for pastels, not warm hues. Keep that in mind for the wedding colors, bridesmaid dresses, flowers and decor.

Do Pick A Seasonal Venue

The whole point of a spring wedding is to have a seasonal venue, similar to getting married in winter to have an indoor venue. Although, spring is a little tricky depending on where you live you can't be sure of the weather.

Book a venue that highlights the best of spring, think a rose garden or a part in full bloom. When in doubt, you can add flower accents to a green background. Think green, flowers and stick to your color palette.

Don't Assume Sunny Weather

Unfortunately, you need to be prepared for the worst-case scenario: April showers. Have a rain plan or indoor alternative. Don't make your guests brave the cold if you get unlucky, find a venue that can easily be transitioned from outside to inside for worst-case scenario weather.

Talk to venues that have experience with spring venues, ask what they have seen in the past and what they can recommend you for having plan A and plan B. Look for venues that have an outdoor garden, and an indoor dining hall that can be decorated to your theme, or talk to the venue about the durability of a big overhead tent in the case of rain.

Do Select Spring Flowers

Probably the best thing about a spring wedding is the flowers so put it at the top of your wedding planning to-do list. In winter flowers are a bit baren, and in summer they can go dry depending on the climate, but in spring they should be in full bloom giving you a wider range of picks.

You can go for a classic rose in any color (although avoid red as it is more wintery) or for a bohemian theme consider wildflowers from your region. They are colorful, versatile and sometimes a bit cheaper.

Don't Pick An Out Of Season Menu

If you are going to plan a spring wedding, you need a menu with seasonal foods. Think greens like asparagus, artichokes and fennel, fruits like apricots and even avocados.

Consider fresh spring salads or veggies alongside a meat dish and fruits to be served before cake. If you really want to lean into spring consider a cake with apricot frosting or jelly inside.

Don't forget when planning a menu as always to ask your guests about their dietary needs, some people may have food restrictions such as gluten or perhaps they eat plant-based. 

Do Pick Spring Bridesmaid Dresses & Dress Code

Your wedding dress is your wedding dress, and even though some brides may choose to vary it slightly depending on the season, ultimately you can wear whatever style you want no matter the weather. But do keep in mind the comfort of your bridal party and guests when deciding the dress code.

Allow for guests to prepare for any kind of weather when selecting wedding attire, and while it might be tempting to ask your bridesmaids to wear spring dresses, keep in mind that spring can be warm and sunny or wet and rainy.

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