Outdoor ceremonies - Summer

It has been your "forever" dream to have an outdoor wedding.  An outdoor wedding can never be duplicated since nature is always changing therefore, they are some of the prettiest weddings that I have ever seen.   But unless you live in an area where the daytime highs do not reach above 80, you will need to add a few accommodations and maybe even make a few concession's, when planning your wedding.  Your plans should provide as much comfort from the heat as possible for yourself, your wedding party, and your invited guests.  First of all, forgo formal attire for something more "breathable" for the wedding party.  Second, consider the length of your ceremony.  Without giving up any religious ritual or cultural custom, try to shorten the ceremony as much as possible.  Third, make sure to provide cold water to your wedding party and your guests prior to the ceremony, and it would also be nice to offer some type of shade, (i.e. tent, canopy) if the venue can accommodate. Fourth, have a backup plan for inclement weather (rain or extreme heat).  Lastly, ENJOY.....after all, this is your "forever" dream.