While many Quebecers are dreading the end of summer, you are looking forward to it with excitement?
You are one of those who live for the pumpkin spice and knit sweater season! A fall wedding? The dream!
Your spouse doesn't feel the same way? We have the arguments to convince him.
5 benefits of fall weddings
While many choose summer as the default season to unite their destinies, fall offers many advantages to the bride and groom!
Here are 5 good reasons to get married in the fall in Quebec.
1. The temperature is perfect
Winter is too cold, summer can be too hot and spring can be muddy. Fall is cool without being icy and offers perfect conditions for an outdoor wedding with beautiful accessories.
2. The blaze of colors: sublime photos
Finding an enchanting setting for great shots is easy in the fall. The landscape is dressed in warm colors with colorful leaves adorning the trees and the ground! Fall is definitely a beautiful season for a wedding.
3. Fall Wedding: Vendor Availability
Since you’re getting married during the off-season, the best vendors will have much more availability. Our DJ, for example, still has a few open time slots in October.
Are you last minute and don't want to wait 1 or 2 years to get married? It might be worth considering the fall for your wedding!
4. Low season prices
Much like winter weddings, fall weddings are off-season. Off-season means big discounts! Save money on vendors and treat yourselves to a first-class flight on your honeymoon!
5. A honeymoon getaway before the leaves fall
In addition to flying first class, you will leave Quebec just before the trees have lost all their leaves. You'll avoid this greyer weather and be back with a beautiful tan for the first snowfall!
Some ideas for a fall wedding
Are you naturally drawn to warm blankets, orange tones, apple pies and spices? If so, a fall wedding is for you!
Here are a few ideas to organize your wedding out of season.
Opt for warm colors
The color scheme is one of the first things the bride and groom should choose. In fact, the colors chosen will not only set the tone for the rest of the décor, but will also impact the overall mood of the wedding. In the fall, we usually opt for warm colors.
Sage, for example, is especially on trend for fall 2022. Pairing it with gold and gray accents will create a more chic and classic feel. If you're looking for a more bohemian look, you can pair it with terracotta tones.
Would you dare to wear teal blue combined with a shade of burnt orange? Bridesmaids could wear dresses in these colors.
Check out the 20 combinations chosen by colorsforwedding.com for weddings scheduled for the fall of 2022-2023.
Add fall accessories
While colorful leaves add color to the landscape, fall can sometimes have gray and chilly days. So plan ahead by adding a warm glow to the decor with candles. You can add them to centerpieces or use them to light up the center aisle.
For the decor, choose unscented candles since scented candles and food don't mix! If you're the type of person who likes pumpkin spice scented candles, feel free to give some as a souvenir to guests!
A soap with a classic fall scent is also a great gift idea for guests. Take this opportunity to support a Quebec-based business by asking the experts at La Danse des Savons for suggestions.
When it comes to 3D balloon structures, our partner Ballöom knows how to add a touch of magic and a “wow” factor to a wedding venue.
Focus on seasonal flowers
When it comes to weddings, floral arrangements are a must. This fall, dahlias and pampas grass are a must-have addition to the bridal bouquet. Roses are also a timeless classic. Blue thistle will add a touch of cheer to darker colored bouquets.
Speaking of flowers, a subscription to monthly bouquets from La Main sur les Fleurs is a wonderful gift idea to extend your best wishes to the newlyweds!
What theme for a fall wedding?
When we think of fall, we think of hot coffee by the fire, a cozy sweater and Grandma's delicious apple pie. We want our children to experience the traditions of our own childhood; apple picking, pumpkin picking and jumping through a mountain of fallen leaves.
Why not draw inspiration from this feeling for your wedding theme? Opt for retro accessories and outfits. Your ride for this memorable day? Charlotte the Citroën!Nothing says class quite like a red vintage car. Rent it for the day—it even comes with a driver!
For the wedding dress, we can turn to lace or velvet.
Fall wedding essentials
Even if Miss Weatherman is predicting a warm, sunny day, keep in mind that Mother Nature can be moody in the fall. Here are a few ideas to make sure you're prepared to help your guests if the weather turns cold faster than expected:
- Make blankets available to guests, especially if the venue is outdoors.
- Light some campfires. Your guests will be able to warm up and it will make a nice backdrop for the reception.
- Serve a hot drink
Organize your fall wedding
Ready to start planning your fall wedding? Visit 4-celebrations.com to find the vendors who will make your celebration unforgettable.