
Planning a wedding can be a daunting task, but it's not as difficult as you might think. If you've decided that March is the perfect time for your wedding, there are a few key things to consider. From choosing a theme and venue to selecting the wedding party's attire, there are many details to keep in mind. With March's unpredictable weather, it's important to have a backup plan and choose attire that can adjust to cooler or warmer temperatures. Whether you're dreaming of a formal or casual celebration, read on for tips and tricks to plan your perfect March wedding.
Characteristics | Values |
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Theme | Choose a theme that reflects you as a couple. St. Patrick's Day and "first day of spring" are great options for March weddings. |
Venue | Select a venue that can accommodate your guests and any requirements of your faith. Check the rules regarding decorating, room capacities and cancellation policies. Have a backup plan if you're opting for an outdoor venue. |
Date | Check the Farmer's Almanac for weather information when selecting your wedding date. |
Attire | Choose attire that can adjust to cooler or warmer weather. For a formal wedding, long cocktail-style dresses and tuxedos are appropriate. For a casual wedding, anything goes. |
Flowers | Not all flowers will be economical to purchase in March. |
Choosing a theme
March weather varies, so have a backup plan if you're wanting an outdoor venue. It's a good idea to keep the wedding indoors. Flowers may not be in bloom yet if you are wanting a flower-filled garden wedding. The wedding party's attire should be able to adjust to cooler or warmer weather. Try adding short jackets to the ladies' dresses that can be taken off if the weather is warmer than expected.
Not all flowers will be economical to purchase in March, so it's worth bearing that in mind when choosing your theme. You could also check the Farmer's Almanac for weather information when selecting your wedding date.
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Selecting a venue
When selecting a venue for your March wedding, it's important to choose a location that will fulfil any requirements your specific faith may have. It must also be large enough to accommodate all your guests. Check the venue's rules regarding decorating, room capacities and cancellation policies.
March weather varies, so it's a good idea to have a backup plan if you're planning an outdoor wedding. It's safer to keep the wedding indoors, as flowers may not be in bloom yet if you're planning a flower-filled garden wedding. You could check the Farmer's Almanac for weather information when selecting your wedding date.
If you're planning a formal wedding, long cocktail-like dresses and tuxedos are appropriate. For a casual wedding, anything goes. However, because March weather can be unpredictable, the wedding party's attire should be able to adjust to cooler or warmer weather. You could add short jackets to the ladies' dresses, which can be taken off if it's warmer than expected.
St. Patrick's Day and "first day of spring" are great options for weddings in March. You could also use colour as a theme, such as a red and white or blue and yellow wedding.
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Wedding attire
March weather can vary significantly, so the attire should be able to adjust to cooler or warmer weather. Try adding short jackets to the ladies' dresses that can be taken off if the weather is warmer than expected.
St. Patrick's Day and "first day of spring" weddings are great options for weddings in March. Some couples use colour as wedding themes, such as a red and white wedding or a blue and yellow wedding.
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Flowers
If you're set on having a garden wedding, you could consider choosing a theme that ties in with the time of year. For example, a St. Patrick's Day wedding could incorporate green flowers, or a "first day of spring" wedding could make use of bright, colourful blooms.
When it comes to choosing your flowers, it's a good idea to be flexible and consider what will be in season. Some flowers that are typically in season in March include daffodils, tulips, and hyacinths. These flowers are often more affordable and can add a beautiful pop of colour to your wedding.
If you're looking for something a little more unique, you could consider using dried flowers or preserved flowers. These can add a whimsical touch to your wedding and are a great option if you're looking for something that will last beyond your big day.
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Wedding coordinator
Planning a wedding can be a stressful experience, so hiring a wedding coordinator can be a good idea. They can help you to plan what will be one of the largest events and most important days of your life.
A wedding coordinator will be able to help you choose a theme for your wedding. Wedding themes are as varied as the couples getting married. You could have a hippie wedding or a fairy princess wedding. St. Patrick’s Day and “first day of spring” weddings are great options for weddings in March. Some couples use colour as a wedding theme, such as a red and white wedding or a blue and yellow wedding.
The coordinator will also be able to help you choose a venue. They will ensure that the location you select will fulfil any requirements your specific faith may have. It must also be large enough to accommodate your guests. They will check any rules the location has regarding decorating, room capacities and cancellation policies. Because March weather varies, they will help you to have a backup plan if you're wanting an outdoor venue. They will also advise you to check the Farmer's Almanac for weather information.
A wedding coordinator will also be able to help you choose the wedding party's attire. If the wedding is formal, long cocktail-like dresses should be worn by the women, and the men should be wearing tuxedos. If the wedding is casual, anything goes. The wedding party could wear blue jeans or whatever the bride and groom choose. Because March weather can vary significantly, whatever attire is decided upon should be able to adjust to cooler or warmer weather.
Finally, a wedding coordinator will be able to help you choose the flowers you want for your wedding. Not all flowers will be economical to purchase in March.
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Frequently asked questions
It is important to choose a venue that will fulfil any requirements your specific faith may have. It must also be large enough to accommodate your guests. Check the rules the location has regarding decorating, room capacities and cancellation policies. March weather varies, so have a backup plan if you're wanting an outdoor venue. Play it safe and keep the wedding indoors. Flowers may not be in bloom yet if you are wanting a flower-filled garden wedding.
Wedding themes are as varied as the couples getting married. You could have a hippie wedding or a fairy princess wedding. St. Patrick’s Day and “first day of spring” weddings are great options for weddings in March. Some couples use colour as wedding themes as well, such as a red and white wedding or blue and yellow wedding.
If the wedding is formal, long cocktail-like dresses should be worn by the women, and the men should be wearing tuxedos. If the wedding is casual, anything goes. The wedding party could wear blue jeans or whatever the bride and groom choose. Because March weather can vary significantly, whatever attire is decided upon should be able to adjust to cooler or warmer weather. Try adding short jackets to the ladies' dresses that can be taken off if the weather is warmer than expected.
All you need is an eye for details, the ability to anticipate the unexpected and a few organisational skills. Of course, a sense of humour always helps. Laughing about all the imperfections that can and will happen is much better than crying over them.
Hiring a wedding coordinator is always an option. However, planning a wedding isn't as difficult as you might think.