Top tips to having a beautiful (and Covid-safe) outdoor wedding.

After over a year of ever-changing restrictions, the pandemic has brought forth an increase in the number of people switching out traditional venues, for a safer alternative: the outdoor wedding.

But in order to really elevate your outdoor wedding, there are a few tips and tricks, do’s (and certainly some do-not’s) that you might not have considered yet!

Make The Most Of Nature

Whether it be foliage, wildflowers, sand or seashells, use what is around you to elevate your backdrop. Choosing a spot with a show stopping view, or immersing yourselves in a forest -- the possibilities are endless (and a hell of a lot cheaper than their indoor alternatives).

Some of our favourite venues include: Coastal (perfect for beach weddings), Sandalford (perfect for the wide open greenery spaces), AQWA (for the underwater theme), and Yanchep Caves (if you want to have your wedding reception in an actual underground cave!).

A Mobile Bar

These gorgeous little things are perfect for that al fresco reception, and very often totally self contained. They can be set up for self serve, or with a bar attendant at the ready.

If you’re a rosé fan, you can’t look past @thefrosecart. Specialising in unique rosé based cocktails and of course featuring their iconic frozen rose slushy this cocktail cart comes stocked with endless blush beverage possibilities. They offer specific packages to suit your special day which can even include event coordinating assistance!

Another is @caravanandtonic. This eco-friendly vintage caravan is filled to the brim with not only a variety of tap beers and ciders, ice cold wines and 3 cocktails of your choosing, but also are a fully functional cafe on wheels! Armed with bartenders who double as professional baristas and coffee machine aboard, it’s not just booze that this baby offers.

Get Grazing

Grazing tables have elevated the picnic game massively over the last year. When hot catering is not easily accessible outdoors, setting up a space with these provides a tasty alternative -- as well as an extremely insta-worthy aesthetic.

@goingrazey supplies some of the most luxurious grazing board we have ever seen! With a range of completely customizable services available, including takeaway boxes, iced cookies and fully fledged grazing table set-ups, they are the masters of their craft. Each one is tailored specifically to your dietary requirements and event theme. The one common theme? The fresh, colourful, delicious and utterly unique end result.

PREPARE FOR THE ELEMENTS

As we know nature is, of course, unpredictable.

Have blankets, and/or hand-held fans available, and a type of shelter at the ready, should the need arise.

Unsurprisingly, our first suggestion for these beauties is Kmart and Target. Head down to the good old homeware section and pick up a few wicker baskets and your required items without breaking the bank.

Rooftops! Need we say more?

Okay, yes we do. Rooftops can really provide the best of both worlds… with all of the amenities you could possibly desire, whilst abiding by any restrictions there may be.

Plus -- the view!

A couple of Perth based rooftop venues that give a stunning urban outlook include The Melbourne Hotel and Aloft. On the other hand, Tradewinds Hotel is located directly on the Swan River!

Lighting

The key way to build a desired atmosphere is through clever use of lighting.

Should you opt for fairy lights, string bulbs, lanterns or an open fire… the options are endless (and very often are portable & battery operated!)

Don’t rule out a backyard bash

Having your special day at home (or at a loved one's home who has a stellar backyard) can really take the stress off of planning your wedding during uncertain times like these!

Don’t underestimate the powers of a creative bridal party and a few boxes of decorations.

Hire Perth’s five-star wedding DJ & MC

If you require an experienced Perth wedding DJ and MC for your event, look no further than trusted specialists Majestic Wedding DJs for your wedding entertainment.

The top quality DJ hire service will ensure your special day goes off without a hitch - no matter what the weather throws at you.

Here at majestic, we are equipped to play in any space (well, anything with a power source)!

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Having an outdoor wedding: How to have a beautiful (and Covid-safe) day.