Around 70% of couples postponed their weddings in 2020, and some are facing the prospect of delaying their big day a little longer, owing to issues such as travel restrictions and new variants. The good news is that the clouds are finally glimmering with a silver lining in Texas and beyond, with vaccination rates on the up and more mobility foreseen over the next few months. If you were one of those couples who had to change your original date but look forward to a wedding celebration in the company of those you love, take the extra time to plan a special bash that everyone present will remember in years to come.
Reading Up On Current Regulations
Although U.S. regulations are more relaxed now than they were at the height of C19, protocols are still in a state of flux. The Texas Department of State Health Services continuously updates its guidelines, which recently included stipulations such as ensuring proper spacing between wedding guests, not having tables of more than 10 people, and ensuring a specific distance between rows and between groups of people. By the time your wedding day comes around, these restrictions will undoubtedly have eased up, but it pays to ensure that you strictly follow any stipulations regarding wedding ceremonies and celebrations.
Choosing The Perfect Venue
To boost safety, choosing an outdoor venue is ideal, as it will enable guests to feel a greater sense of freedom. It will also allow you to take stunning photographs in the midst of carefully manicured gardens or lush wild greenery. Just a few venues in or near Katy include The Reserve on Cypress Creek (which is bordered by a nature preserve, and which boasts a beautiful wedding platform which is deal for small and large groups alike), Agave Estates (ensconced within an oasis of palm trees and romantic gardens), and The Bowery House and Gardens (nestled in an intimate garden setting with a lovely courtyard and large glass windows overlooking the greenery beyond).
Including Your Dog In Your Big Day
The American Veterinary Medical Association says around 44% of people in Texas have a dog. Moreover, as is the case in the rest of the U.S., the majority of pet owners consider their pets to be part of the family, and many enjoy having their dog take part in important family events – including weddings. Just a few traditional wedding roles played by dogs include those of ring bearer, bridesmaid, best man, and guest of honor. If you have been training your dog during lockdown, however, why not show off what he has learned by including a trick show as part of your reception festivities? Depending on your dog’s personality, he might enjoy learning a dance, greeting guests at the reception hall, or simply posing for photos alongside the bride and groom. Whichever role you choose, make sure it aligns with Fido’s personality, and ensure that someone supervises your pet at all times, taking him home or to a safe supervised spot while the festivities are going on. You should be especially careful in open spaces so your dog does not get lost or run away.
Imbuing Your Wedding With Your Personality
One big trend in weddings is that of personalization. Couples are increasingly making their celebrations about them by personalizing everything from wedding favors to playlists and themes. If you and your partner are lovers of the Great Outdoors, think of ways to express this through your food choice, cake décor, and table decorations. If you’re passionate about sustainability, choose potted instead of cut flowers for decoration, serve food on bamboo leaf plates, and give your guests baby trees, ready to be planted by your guests and to transform, with time, into a beautiful tree
If you have had to postpone your wedding once or twice, then without a doubt, you deserve a wonderful celebration in the company of all the people you love. Ensure you are up to date with current regulations, and opt for outdoor venues if possible to increase freedom and movement. Take the extra time you have been given to plan special events and to train your pooch for the role you assign him on your wedding day. Finally, remember to make the wedding all about you, choosing a theme and décor scheme that really sums you up as a couple.