It may be a few weeks late for July 4th, but a red, white, and blue theme is still perfect for a summer wedding. While most of the weddings I've seen with this theme are outdoors, I think during this time of year an indoor wedding and possibly the reception as well would be much nice indoors (Air-conditioned spaces, hallelujah!) Outdoor weddings are lovely but during the sweltering summer months of July and early August it is much more comfortable for everyone involved to not be sweating and swatting at insects all day.
For an elegant summer wedding, I imagine the bride would look fresh and gorgeous in a silky, fitted gown. This fit and flare taffeta gown with beaded accents from
David's Bridal looks both elegant and season-appropriate. Depending on the bride's personal preference, any fitted or slim style of dress would be a good look for a July wedding.
This David's Bridal trumpet gown with a beaded, sweetheart necklace would also look fun and classy. I think the bride could accessorize with either sparkly crystal jewelry or sophisticated pearls. Again, depending on the bride's preferences, she could either wear a long, lightweight veil, or forego a veil and simply wear an elegant hair comb or barrette with a low updo. This rhinestone 'Firework'
hair comb from Icing would look lovely right above a low chignon. Bright red or
navy blue shoes would add just a pop of fun color.
Bridesmaids would stay cool and comfortable in these strapless cotton
sateen dresses in marine (or a darker blue), paired with matching pumps. The bridesmaids would also wear pearl jewelry and have similar low hairstyles that will keep them cool and sweat-free. The bride would carry a bouquet of mainly white flowers with accents of red and blue, while the bridesmaids would carry red and white bouquets. A great way to save money on bouquets for the entire bridal party would be to buy the flowers wholesale and then DIY the bouquets.
Globalrose.com has wholesale priced roses, hydrangeas, and snapdragons, which would all look stunning together in a summer bouquet.
I imagine the reception decor will be fun and bright. I would like to see long tables with white tableclothes and tall red, white, and blue centerpieces (silk flowers are okay to use here). Cute banners and hanging decorations in red and blue would make a visually interesting backdrop. The menu would be fun and summery, consisting of barbecue-inspired cuisine. Grilled or barbecued chicken, pork, and sliders with a gourmet condiment bar would be fun and filling. The usual potato and pasta salads and baked beans would also be present, classed up with exotic spices and ingredients. There would also be a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables to snack on, while drinks would be bottled beers, lemonade, and sodas in glass bottles on ice. Dessert would be a light angel-food cake garnished with whipped vanilla icing and more fresh berries, some soft sugar cookies decorated with red and blue sugar, and old-fashioned root beer floats served in frosty mugs. Sparklers would be available as entertainment for the wedding guests and as a send off at the end of the night.
I hope this has inspired you to think about having a patriotic summer wedding! For more red, white, and blue inspiration, check my
Wed, White and Blue board on Pinterest. I'll be keeping the summer theme going next week with a nautical wedding theme so check back next Wednesday!
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