Here at Camp Hosea, we love outdoor weddings. Surrounded by East-Central Texas Plains just outside of College Station, our venue boasts an immaculate scenery perfect for every outdoor wedding. In this post, we will look at how to plan outdoor weddings for every season to set the stage for your magical wedding celebration. We will discuss the timeless aesthetic of outdoor weddings and how the seasons shape the feel of outdoor weddings. We will also give you a couple of ideas on how to style your outdoor weddings.
There will always be something unchanging about the beauty of nature - unchanging in a way that time cannot touch. Nature always offers a serene and romantic atmosphere that never goes out of style. The natural backdrops can range from gardens to beaches to mountains to expansive planes like the ones surrounding Camp Hosea. Being out in the open air makes the occasion feel more relaxed and inviting without compromising on beauty or elegance. Outdoor weddings also capture the charm of each season from spring flowers to the fiery hues of autumn. The naturally changing lighting conditions also help transition between different parts of the evening. You can have your ceremony during golden hour, dinner at sunset, and your reception at night.
An outdoor wedding can be magical, but it comes with unique considerations to ensure everything goes smoothly. Perhaps the most important thing to consider when planning an outdoor wedding is the region and season your wedding celebration will be in. An example of this would be planning a wedding in Seattle during the rainy season or in Arizona in its dry season. Arizona is the safer bet, but it is still just that– a bet. As a contingency plan, have your outdoor wedding in proximity to some indoor or covered space in case of some unforeseen force of nature. Also, as mentioned above, the time that the sun sets is a critical element to consider when thinking about how the various stages of the celebration will be lit.
Seasons have a significant influence on the style, color palette, and overall vibe of an outdoor wedding. For instance, a spring wedding would have a light, nature-inspired style with light pastel colors. The decor would incorporate flowers like tulips, daisies, or cherry blossoms and could take place in an orchard or garden with blooming flowers. The style of a summer wedding will be distinct from that of a spring wedding because it will be a bit bolder and more carefree. Summer outdoor weddings can feature hues like coral, turquoise, sunflower yellow, and fuchsia. The decor will include tropical flowers and may be inspired by nautical themes for beachfront venues. Great venues for a summertime outdoor wedding could be beaches and vineyards which draw on the serene elegance of nature and create that carefree vibe.
the beautiful modern architecture and expansive surrounding prairie make Camp Hosea a prime location for an outdoor wedding at any time of year. All the pictures in the world cannot do it justice so we urge everyone to book a tour and see it for themselves! If you would like to book a tour or learn more about our venue, reach out to us at our Contact Us page. We cannot wait to get to know you!
Photo:
Hannah + Marcus | A Camp Hosea Couple
Angelina Loretta Photography
