31/07/2016
Rain, Rain! Go away! Come again another day....
What if it doesn't go away for your big day? Every bride has a legit fear it may rain on her wedding day. Just as we have sunshine, rainfall is imminent in raining season.
Do you also know in some cultures, rain on your wedding day symbolizes fertility and cleansing? So instead of having a bad feeling about getting married during this rainy season, , here are few points to help you have a smile filled Day IF it eventually rains!
1. Hire a tent:
If you want to have an outdoor wedding this period, do yourself as well as your guests a favor by getting your space covered with outdoor tent. Get canopies too for the dj, food court and drink stand. Though you can't promise everyone to be fully dry, your efforts will truly be appreciated. You could better still use an indoor HALL.
2. Discuss with your vendors:
It's a good idea to mention the fact it could possibly rain on your wedding day. Discuss ideas especially with your photographer and video crew on alternative options. Maybe having pictures indoors b4 the main event or capturing beautiful moments in the rain.
3. Be flexible with time:
Consider setting a time that will give room for more people to be in attendance in the event of rain. Here in Lagos, we know how mad it could get with traffic once it rains.
4. Make up: Wear waterproof make up or have your makeup artist on standby.
5. Umbrella: make arrangements for uniformed umbrellas for the bridal party i.e. groom, bride, bridal train and officiating ministers. In case it comes in handy, it will look beautiful in the wedding pictures. Your photographer also needs to make plans for his or her own umbrella as well as an assistant to hold it in position.
6. Souvenir: Rubber slippers, raincoats, shower caps and umbrellas are great gift ideas for your guests. They'd most likely use it immediately.
7. Transportation: Make extra provision for transportation. You don’t want the elderly and little ones left behind when it rains. The young can always find their way.
8. Don't be afraid to get wet:
Whether you bought or rented your gown, WET doesn't necessarily equate DESTROYED! Don't be too afraid of the gown that you completely forget it's your DAY! Loosen up, Relax and enjoy yourself, after all, whether it rains or not, you still get married to the love of your life.
Happy wedding preparation!