Don’t let it RAIN on your PARADE
Bad weather always has to be expected in Ireland but it doesn’t have to ruin your day
on stand-by – even if it’s your everyday leather jacket, it’ll look cool in the pictures.
There are lots of cute cover-up ideas for both you and your wedding party – don’t forget they’ll be by your side most of the day, so they will need cover too.
4. STAY WARM
If it’s cold as well as rainy, hand and foot warmers are handy to have stashed in your groom’s pocket.
Hands and noses are the first to change colour in the cold, which can be noticed in wedding photos. Grab a hot drink between photo sessions if it’s really cold.
5. PROTECT YOUR PEEP-TOES
If you’re wearing heels, have a second pair of flat shoes or wellies ready to take with you outside, it’ll make walking from location to location in the soft, wet ground easier and will protect your gorgeous new heels.
6. PACK TISSUES
Always carry a pocket-size pack of tissues in case your eyes water from the wind or your nose begins to run from the cold – your bridesmaids can always keep them handy. Remember to gently dab at raindrops that might land on your makeup – never rub.
7. PREPARE A WET WEATHER WEDDING KIT
Pack a tote bag with some wet weather essentials in advance, and leave it in the charge of a bridesmaid on the day. Bring it along in the car, no one will notice but it will make the world of difference when it comes to standing in the cold and wet for an extended period of time. If you could potentially find yourself walking across wet grass, it’s best to have an emergency stain-removal kit too.
8. CHANGE UP YOUR TIMELINE
Don’t be afraid to switch up your timeline, head to your cocktail reception, then nip out for short bursts of photos, rather than doing the usual long photo session. Being flexible means you can take advantage of any breaks in the weather.
9. TRUST YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER
Don’t let the weather rain on your parade, smile for the photos and focus on enjoying your day. You might have to take your family shots indoors, or abandon plans for certain photos, but your photographer will have plenty of rainy wedding day shots up their sleeve and will be able to scout out sheltered spots, so relax and know you’re in safe hands.
10. GET SOAKED
Sometimes the best way to deal with rain on your wedding day is to just embrace it. The most fun rainy day wedding photos are the ones where the couple just drop the brollies and dance in the rain. Once you’ve got the formalities out of the way, there’s nothing wrong with just embracing the wet weather and having fun with it.