Fall Wedding

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“Autumn leaves are falling, filling up the streets; golden colors on the lawn, nature’s trick or treat.” – Rusty Fischer

Congratulations on selecting your Fall/Autumn wedding date. For many people, the September thru November months can be a magical time of year with crisp mornings and bright Fall colors. This season is becoming more popular than before for wedding season. This is especially true in September because the weather can still be pleasant enough for outdoor events.

Below are five pointers that can help your planning:

1. The Fall/Autumn flowers offer a variety of darker richer colors. Below is a list of some typical Fall/Autumn wedding flowers to consider for your big day

  • Dahlias
  • Chrysanthemums
  • Hydrangeas
  • Marigold
  • Peonies
  • Eucalyptus
  • Amaranthus
  • Rose
  • Grasses & dried flowers
  • Ferns
  • Calla Lilies
  • Hydrangeas
  • Orchids
  • Wildflowers
  • Gerbera Daisies
  • Pieris
  • Hellebores
  • Scabiosa
  • Clematis
  • Amaranthus
  • Succulents
  • Acacia
  • Hypericum Berry Sprays

If your favorite flower is too expensive, not in season, or you want a long-lasting keepsake, consider silk or another artificial flower as an alternative.

2. Wedding colors for Fall/Autumn weddings are rich and rustic. Here is a list of some typical Fall/Autumn wedding colors

  • Merlot
  • Green 
  • Ivory
  • Ginger
  • Nutmeg
  • Honey/Golden
  • Copper
  • Bronze
  • Cactus
  • Blue
  • Steel
  • Pumpkin
  • Hazelnut
  • Grape
  • Plum
  • Rose
  • Brown
  • Red
  • Purple

3. For Fall/Autumn wedding theme and décor options are unique and lends well to being creative. You will find lots of inspiration, examples, and offerings of the latest trends. Here are several common wedding theme and decor options for a Fall/Autumn Wedding

  • Woodland/Rustic
  • Mountain Centric
  • Greenery
  • Forest
  • Fall Foliage
  • Green Garland
  • Vintage
  • Fall Fruit
  • Fall décor (i.e. pinecones, leaves, etc…)
  • Rustic
  • Metallic
  • Harvest-Oriented
  • Holiday

4. In the Fall/Autumn season think comfort, warm, and harvest friendly flavored foods. Below are some food & drink options to consider.

  • Food theme stations with popular finger foods (i.e. sandwiches, chicken, pizza, etc…)
  • Food assembly station (i.e. salad bars, cheese/meat assortment, carving station, charcuterie spreads, creative custom creations, etc…)
  • Cold appetizers
  • Buffets
  • Dried fruit/seasonal fruit, figs, nuts, and veggie display
  • Soups
  • Casseroles
  • Fall/Autumn drink specialties such as apple ciders, spiced drinks, chai, coffees, cappuccinos, teas, hot chocolate, etc.
  • Dessert assortment table (my personal favorite)
  • Be creative. Consider including fall/autumn favorites cobblers, pies, doughnuts, beignets, bread pudding, cookies, apple fritters, shortbread, truffles, etc…

5. As Murphy’s law has taught us, anything that can go wrong will go wrong. Here are a few things you might want to consider to be prepared for in case things don’t go exactly to plan:

  • Weather –
  • Be sure to have a plan B to account for the change in weather conditions (i.e. cold, wind, rain, snow, etc…)
  • Consider having provisions for your guests to help with weather conditions [i.e. rain, cold (heat lamps/fire pit/blankets/cover-ups), snow, etc…]
  • Be aware of the sun position/high visibility and longer dark hours at venue or photo op locations
  • Holiday weekend weddings – 
    • It might be helpful to have a resource or two available if you are planning a wedding during the holiday weekend since this is a busy time. 
  • Some guests might get frustrated or confused more easily, so consider having a designated travel agent or hotel representative to work with guests. 
  • Or consider delegating this to very responsible/knowledgeable wedding party member.

I hope these tips are useful for your upcoming wedding. Enjoy the planning process and don’t let the stress keep you from appreciating the special moments leading up to your special day.

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