The Joys of Autumn
October 10, 2016 3:14 pm
As the days draw in, the harvest begins. All the efforts of the year’s work are rewarded with a rich bounty of fruits, vegetables, berries, nuts and cereals. As such autumn is a time of plenty and nature adds to the delights with a showcase of rich colours as the trees prepare for winter.
Russet red, burgundy, burnt orange and golden yellow are the season’s palette, making a walk in the woods an absolute visual delight at this time of year. Add in the fact that the natural light of autumn is less intense than summer and you have the perfect recipe for a warming glow that highlights the colours.
Having grown up with a return to the new school year in September, many of us also see the autumn as a time to start something different. It marks a step into a new phase of life; a chance to put fresh plans into action.
This autumn you may have enrolled on a course, taken on a challenge, applied for a different job or simply invested in a new pair of shoes, just like when you returned to school. It could be the time when you are considering the next phase of your life and your commitment to your partner. Could this year be the right time to propose?
Autumn Weddings
If you are someone who loves this time of year and delights in the changing season, then you may be tempted away from the traditions of marrying in summer in favour for an autumn wedding. A year to plan and prepare could see you walking up the aisle next year.
As a less popular time of year to tie the knot, one major advantage is that you are likely to have a greater choice in venues, caterers, photographers and wedding cars. As most people holiday in the summer, there is also a greater chance that all the important guests will be able to attend. Sharing your celebration of love with your nearest and dearest is certainly what it’s all about.
There is no guarantee that the sun will shine at any time of year in the UK, but a beautiful autumn day is hard to beat. Below are a few more ideas to be considered.
Autumn Wedding Themes
Autumn weddings lend themselves to nature inspired themes. You might be incorporate the colours of the season, bouquets that feature berries, poppy heads or wheat spears or leaf prints on wedding stationery. With woodlands and country life in mind, details such as tweed, pressed flowers, images of elegant stags or seasonal fruit bowl centre pieces could add an interesting twist to your day.
Wedding Venue
A country house or rural inn is the ideal setting for an autumn wedding. Look for places with rustic charm, so you can create the right ambience without too much effort. You may find a venue with an open fire that could be lit as the night draws or a wooded area that would be ideal for photographs. Visiting at this time of year will give you a good indication of what natural features will be on show next autumn.
Lighting
The warm lighting of autumn allows photographers to capture stunning images in the great outdoors and as the light dims at the end of the day, lanterns and tea lights can be used to add a magical feel. Detailing in bronzes and gold, can add a little sparkle and also help to reflect the warm light.
Catering
A hog roast, soup served in pumpkins, toffee apples or ploughman’s platters with rich fruity chutneys could keep your guests well catered for. Caramelised nuts are ideal for favour boxes and gold leaf covered pears add an opulent detail for table displays. At the bar, cider or hot apple toddy might take precedence over the summer favourite, Pimms and plum cordial is a tasty non-alcoholic drink.
Wedding Cars
When it comes to wedding car hire, the perfect fit for an autumn wedding would be a stylish 4×4 vehicle. Modern high specification options offer the space and luxury to ensure you travel in comfort. There surely isn’t a more suitable option for arriving at your country venue. If you’d like to find out more about 4×4 wedding car hire click here.
So, if you love this time of year and are ready to embark in the next phase of your life, it could be time to book your autumn wedding. Let nature be your inspiration and create a unique day that you’ll remember forever.