If, like me, you’ve been around town during the last couple of weeks, you’re probably pretty sick of this drab weather where the skies are a continuous murky grey and you constantly feel sweaty because of the humidity? God forbid it rains on your wedding day because we all know how stressful it can be (don’t we all wish it could be sunny every single day?) but hey, there’s nothing we can do to control Mother Nature. Whatever happens, rain or shine, just remember these few tips to get you through even the wettest of days.

Photo credits (clockwise from top left): Love Is A Big Deal via Jessica Sloane, Harvard Wang via Polka Dot Bride, Aaron Shintaku via Green Wedding Shoes, One Fab Day, Caroline + Ben Photography via Rustic Wedding Chic, Xiss Photography

 

PREPARE
1. Time your wedding so it’s during the non-rainy season: the significantly higher venue costs is hiked up for a reason because the chances of rain is a whole lot lower, which in turn gives you a peace of mind.
2. If you’re having that dream outdoor wedding, always have a Plan B especially if you’re getting hitched during the rainy season. That means an indoor location or a possibility of a marquee to be set up. Don’t forget to let your guests know if it’s a complete change of venue so they don’t end up going to the wrong place!
3. Plan your wedding so that you take into account your back up plan and consider it just as important as if it were outdoors on a sunny day. There’s no point creating elaborate decor that can only be used for an outdoor setting.
***N.B. Make sure that the terms in your contract with vendors takes into account weather conditions, such as postponement in the event of a Typhoon 8 signal or Black Rainstorm warning.
4. Buy a short cocktail or wedding dress or even a 2-in-1 so that if it the rain does start, you can be assured that your dress won’t get too dirty and wet.

 

PHOTO OPS
1. Remember that a rainy day can make for some very creative and unexpected photos. Discuss with your photographer and videography about the weather and make sure they’re prepared for all sorts of conditions.
2. Be flexible. If your military rundown marks down the couples photo session as straight after the ceremony but it’s raining cats and dogs, then schedule it for later even if it means you might need to dash out in the middle of your dinner.
3. Play with colours and props. Prepare some wellies and brollies for yourselves and the bridal party. Not only will it keep you relatively dry (provided it’s not pissing down with torrential rain) but it’ll also add the ray of sunshine that’s lacking in the sky.
4. Get some towels ready so that you and your guests can wipe themselves dry. Be a considerate host. They can even be a wedding favour!

 

LOOK ON THE BRIGHT SIDE
1. It’s romantic. Imagine snuggling with your other half under an umbrella, knowing that nothing else matters as long as you have each other. So many of the romantic movies feature the couple passionately kissing under the rain; think Four Weddings and A Funeral, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, The Notebook….
2. Rain on your big day is a sign of good luck. In some cultures, it’s symbolic of a new beginning. If you can ride through this storm, you can ride through the toughest of challenges in your new life together. And if that still hasn’t calmed your nerves, think about what the French say ‘mariage pluvieux, mariage heureux’ – rainy wedding, happy marriage.
3. Relax and be positive. Run with it and have a laugh; the guests will follow suit.