Dress for Summer

You're getting married in Summer? The month where it peaks around 43 degrees in most of the Southern states? Why are you going to wear 3 kilograms of satin, lace and tulle?
Dress for the weather. What? The weather's not going to be perfect for my wedding day? Are you kidding? No, I most certainly am not kidding. I've photographed weddings in gale winds and on scorching 40 degree days, and you can never predict the weather when you pick a date, whether that date is next week or next year. So what can you do?

Check the average temperature and weather conditions for that date for the past few years for starters. That'll give you a rough idea of what's going on, have a look over the last 10 and see if you can pick a trend. Is it getting hotter, wetter? Checking the bom.gov.au website for weather probably wasn't on your to do list, but it should be. It won't take you long and it may help you to plan!


If you're getting married in the Summer, wear something appropriate. And let your groom wear something appropriate too. There's no rules. And if you want him in a full vest, suit, tie and slacks then pick a date that will allow him to wear that without perspiring everywhere and stinking out the reception. When else would you wear 3kg of clothing? When would he wear more than 1 layer? Not Summer.



So you've always wanted to wear the big dress? Well, once you've tried one on, you'll know it's heavy. Beading, corsetry, tulle skirts, layers and layers. You're going to be hot and tired because it's heavy and hot. I promise you! I always see brides needing a break because she's absolutely wrecked from wearing her dress!! 


Get married in Autumn. It's often that brides resort straight to Spring and Summer to be married, whether their influence is on the flowers or the holiday season. You're going to find it hard to find a venue that's not booked unless you're planning 18 months in advance, you run the risk of it being 40 degrees and there'll be no off-peak discounts. Is an Autumn wedding appealing to you yet?


Rain. Yes, you are risking rain. But Rain isn't a bad thing. Umbrella's and marquee's are gorgeous, as are ballrooms which will no doubt come with an off-season discount. 

If you insist on getting married in Summer, wear something appropriate!

Dress by Morgan Le Fay