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Choose a 'cool' venue: Decide to say I do at a ‘cool’ venue, by the beach. You have a gorgeous natural backdrop for all your pictures, and can do an entry through the beach. Turn your mehendi/haldi into a pool party or a rain dance so people can get wet and enjoy the weather. This makes the function a lot of fun and guests enjoy it.
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Unique colour palettes: Opt for bold colours or romantic pastels. Summer weddings are also perfect for everything floral! From your invitation suite all the way till the return favours, you won’t regret using seasonal blooms. Keep your print invitation suite light & fun. Include summer favourite elements like shells and pearls if the destination calls for it
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Versatile communication: The summer vibe you create must extend through all the communication with the guests. Ritual cards can double up as fans during the wedding ceremony. This is not only a fun way to keep the guests involved but also make them feel comfortable. Instead of the traditionally shaped, invitations and welcome cards, choose unconventional shapes like shells, stars or hexagons.
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Showcase your destination: A custom illustration of the wedding venue is sure to set your invitation apart, and give the guests a sneak peek into your big day. If you're hosting a destination wedding, chances are there's a motif or pattern that might symbolise the local culture, incorporate that detailing in your theme. Add hints of the destination to your Monogram as well, this will definitely add a personal touch to your wedding invitation suite.
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Photoshoot time: Choosing the perfect time is important when it comes to summer weddings. You could take the 'high noon' hour when the sun is at its highest point. Taking outdoor photos at this time of day will provide ample amounts of fill and key lighting, making it easy to illuminate subjects and get a bright, clear shot. Golden hour is also a fave when it comes to summer photoshoots. The golden hour is the first hour of light after sunrise and the last hour of light before sunset. This warm colour temperature bathes everything in a “golden” glow. This is very flattering for portraits and creates a warm and cosy look. You should opt for minimal, candid shots in summer let the camera capture your candid real moments. Going with the trendy couple portraits is something you should look at.
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Summery videos: Flex your creative muscles by picking an appropriate theme for your big day. Keep the save the date video light and fun and enjoy the process (after all, you only get to make one of these). Feel silly striking super serious poses and doing scripted bits? Skip them and swap in something else.
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Food: Plan a weather appropriate food menu with live counters and light food. Include cooling drinks such as kokum, coconut water, sugarcane juice, ice golas to beat the heat.