Why a beach party?

Are you looking to for the special moment to say “I Do” on a sandy beach? Do you want a small, simple wedding? Do you want something different than the normal wedding affair?

Why a beach wedding is right for you?

It’s a chance to do something different, something memorable for you and for your guests. A chance to make your wedding day stand out. A beach wedding allows you more creative freedom.

It’s a chance to actually spend some quality time with your guests. Depending on how the wedding is ultimately organized you might have up to 3 to 4 days with your guests before the wedding. Imagine spending several days with your family and best friends on vacation leading up to one of the most exciting days of your life.

You might save some money in the long run. It’s not always true that a destination wedding on a beach will be cheaper than a wedding at home, but it many cases it will be. Read here to get a better idea of how you can both save money and the extra expenses associated with a beach wedding.

As soon as you are pronounced husband and wife you will already be on your honeymoon. No waiting, no travel time. You are already there! You have freedom to make your wedding truly your own. It can be tradition, very untraditional or a little bit of both.

Why a beach wedding may not be Right for you?

You probably will not have as many guests at your wedding as you would at home. Not everyone will be able to take the time or have the money to spend on the trip. (If you are trying to have money, this might be a good thing). But if you have dreamed of the big wedding with hundreds of guests, you might be disappointed.

You will have to learn to be more laid back and relax about some of the details. Unless you can afford to make several trips to the location that you will be married, you will have to leave some of the details up to persons that are far away and possibly in another country. You will have to be comfortable using e-mail to plan your wedding. A destination wedding on the beach is not always stress free. Bridezillas should think twice before they undertake a beach wedding

You may have some extra tasks such as organizing extra events for guests at the wedding location. You will have to consider the weather and have contingency plans made. If you cannot accept that you wedding location may have to change due to weather then a beach wedding may not be right for you.

How to pick your perfect beach wedding dress

Selecting the right kind of wedding dress is very important in the overall impression that the wedding celebration bears. In your case, if you have decided for a beach wedding you have already opted for something out of the ordinary, but you have lots of opinions Although that a beach wedding is a bit informal being a bit informal doesn’t necessarily mean that your beach wedding dress should not be stylish and fantastic. 

There are certain things that you need to keep in mind when choosing the right dress for a beach wedding. The time of the day of wedding too bears a lot of importance. If you choose a full length, consider that you will sink a bit in the sand.  Make sure to hem it a bit shorter.  It's also recommended to stay away from heavy beading for fabrics.  Even in the coolest climate you will be outside on the beach and it will generally be warm. The trend is to opt for a simpler wedding dress. But simple doesn’t necessarily mean out of fashion.

Beach wedding shoes

Shopping for your beach wedding shoes can be quite a bit different from shopping for wedding shoes with nothing more in mind than style, a reasonable amount of comfort, and the color of your dress. This is especially true if you will be exchanging vows right on the sand. Finding the perfect beach wedding "shoes" can be as easy as wearing no shoes at all!

Beach wedding & Beach themed wedding invitations

 Message in a Bottle invitation: The message, of course, is that they are invited to your wedding. The bottle may be a simple picture on the invitation, or depending on the budget, actual bottles with wedding invitations inside could be delivered.

Invitations with Beach Graphics: A picture of a seascape, shells or a beach scene leaves no doubt as to the theme or location of your wedding.

Invitations with an Aquatic Theme: A picture of two dolphins sharing a ring or bubble of light is certain to give your guests the feel you want to achieve

"Love Boat" Invitations: This style might picture two sailboats side by side or it might actually be in the shape of a boat.

Keep in mind that your beach wedding invitation can reflect the fun and/or romantic qualities of the day. As with your wedding gown and the groom's attire, the best beach wedding invitations will match the tone and style of your wedding and will, most likely, make use of beach colors and fonts that are casual or elegant with a light touch.

Remember when shopping for your beach wedding invitations that the invitation helps to set the tone for your wedding. The invitation may be your guest's first impression of the feel of your wedding. By setting the tone, the invitation helps your guests understand the proper spirit of your special event which will make your wedding an even more joyful experience

Beach wedding accessories

The beach wedding accessories can be very plain and simple such as pearls. There are different types of necklaces and different colours too.