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INTERVIEW with Percy Sales of Percy Sales Events

Taryn Henry-Latham — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 20:29:42 +0000

We are excited to be interviewing Percy Sales from Percy Sales Events today and Happy Birthday Percy. Today also happens to be his special day!

Percy is a highly sought after destination wedding and special event planner from Santa Barbara, CA. He is full of life and color and has been sought after not only by many destination brides but also donates his time to charity and has made many TV appearances.

To start off, a little birdie told us that you originally studied marketing but then moved to event planning, what made you make the switch to wedding planning?

PERCY: Actually my MBA was in Marketing, but my whole career has been in event planning. I actually started during the 90’s creating educational parties within the night club circuit, educating young people about HIV and AIDS. That was in Riverside County. I started a show called “The Rubber Show” where drag queens would be the subjects delivering the message. It was very popular. I then moved to San Mateo County where I applied for a position as an Event Specialist and got the job! I was still green but my boss gave me my first assignment doing an event in Mexico City for 200 people. This was when we didn’t have cell phones or computers. Everyone was still using Lotus and Word Perfect and typewriters. I had to learn on the fly, but I did it. It was a success and the rest is history!

WEDDINC: What are some of the challenges of planning a destination wedding?

PERCY: I’d say the biggest challenge is the language barrier for sure. Things can get really lost in translation, but thank God for Google Translate! The biggest thing is to be sure that everyone is understood and everything being communicated is correct. Most of the time I work with a Destination Management Company (DMC) who helps with the translation.

WEDDINC: Speaking of destination weddings, In your opinion what is the most underrated destination in the US that is great for a wedding but just isn’t on people’s radar?

PERCY: I’d have to say the open ranges of Montana or Bend, Oregon or the Pacific Northwest in general. There are a lot of exceptionally beautiful and different areas that people just don’t think about or rarely think about for a destination wedding.

Photo by Raquel Lynn Photography

WEDDINC: What is the best piece of advice you would give a bride considering a destination wedding?

PERCY: The best piece of advice is to keep your options open because things are ever changing. Everyone in your party is going out of their comfort zone and unexpected things are bound to happen. For instance, I had a bride who had a dream of getting married in a castle in Ireland. One of the biggest difficulties of a wedding in Ireland is the weather. I told her that her castle dream was absolutely possible, but she had to be truly open and prepared, for the fact that there would be a good chance of rain on her wedding day. As long as a bride understands the possibilities and is prepared and open, it will be a success.

WEDDINC: You have been in the wedding planning business for over 25 years. After all this time what drives you? What gives you the most joy in your work?

PERCY: I’d have to say that the driving force for me is the people that I get to work with.

As much as I live for the creativity, the events are based on people and their unique personalities. My clients definitely are my joy and drive, as they are the ones that drive my creative process.

WEDDINC: What does a day in the life of Percy Sales look like?

PERCY: Sleep. Eat. Work. Pick up my Kid. Eat. Work. Time with my family. Sleep. Lather. Rinse. Repeat. I actually treat my career as a job, but my family is most important to me. I have a husband and a 12-year-old and they are first. Oh…and doing interviews between calls while waiting to pick up my son from school.

WEDDINC: You and your company have won many awards and accolades. You’ve been named as the #1 Destination Wedding planner in the world by Wedding Industry Experts, you’ve been on countless TV shows and done many interviews. What do you think is the key to being an industry leader?

PERCY: Well, I’m very open about sharing my experience and I love mentoring new planners and designers. I see this business as a collaborative effort rather than a competition. Making sure everyone is putting their best foot forward in a collaborative and a kind way is key. I love to make sure everyone does their best. I’ve always felt that among my peers, I can call on any one of them at any time for help when I need them. I’m not really competitive with my peers. The only one I truly compete with is myself and that’s the way it should be.

WEDDINC: What is the one piece of advice that you would give a new wedding planner?

PERCY: Just be yourself, don’t try to be anyone else. Create your own brand and be yourself. Have I said be yourself? Don’t try to mimic another brand or logo because they seem to have done it right. There are no rights or wrongs. Just be yourself. Please don’t tell me who you like, rather build your brand as yourself as a person. Copying doesn’t do you any good and people will know. Be. Your. Self. That’s it!

WEDDINC: Trends come and go. How do you feel about the trends today and what is ‘IN and OUT”?

PERCY: What’s out? Anything rustic. Please don’t show me anything rustic and don’t show me Pinterest. If your images are already on the Pinterest board, they are not original. Pinterest is overplayed, over done and already played. Naked Cakes. Overdone. How many naked cakes can we see? Chairs with Eucalyptus branches. Done. Ring bearers with signs that say ‘Here Comes The Bride’. Done. Trends should be based on who you are. The only way to start a trend is to be original.

WEDDINC: Where do you find your inspiration?

PERCY: I typically find my inspiration from Architectural Digest, National Geographic or the Fashion industry. Typically, trends go in that order. Fashion is the last to be hit then we see the trend in the wedding industry. For instance, metallics were really in architecturally and they are just now making it to the fashion runway. Next, they will be in the wedding and special event industry. Plaids are also showing on the runway. If I could predict, Pendleton will be hot and we will be seeing a lot of it in the wedding industry. The same with graffiti. It’s all part of the 80’s and 90’s vibe. For instance, we’re seeing a Gucci bag sprayed with graffiti. I think we’ll be seeing graffiti cakes, too.

WEDDINC: Perhaps chiffon painted graffiti tablecloths and gowns?

PERCY: Yes, that looks like the trend. I also think people are going to start having fun again. Currently, we see a lot of social media brides. Their weddings are based on what they see in social media. I always encourage them to be who they are. For a groom, if you’re not into tuxes. Don’t wear one. You won’t feel comfortable. The simplest message is to be who you are.

WEDDINC: During your career, what is one of THE most outrageous demands you have encountered from a client?

PERCY: Hmm? That’s a hard one. I think the most outrageous events I’ve ever pulled off was doing a wedding out in the middle of nowhere. We were 2 hours on a dirt road away from any civilization. It was a couple who had some family property who wanted to be married on the top of a hill on their property. We had nothing out there. We had to bring in generators, buses etc. I remember our rental car broke down because of all the bumps in the road. Everything turned out great. It was mainly the getting there that was so hard.

WEDDINC: Is there any venue (either in the US or abroad) that so far has eluded you? That one special place you are dying to use for a wedding?

PERCY: That has got to be The Palace of Versailles. I love Paris. I am dying to do a wedding at Versailles either there or at the Eiffel Tower, but I think Versailles trumps the Eiffel tower. Definitely Versailles.

WEDDINC: Who would you like to have to your home to dinner, your top-three please? Let’s say it could be anyone dead or alive?

PERCY: Definitely, Audrey Hepburn, and of course, Jesus Christ. Hmm…Frida Kahlo and if I can have one more please, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart!

WEDDINC: Wow, what a colorful group of people. Speaking of colorful, what is the most colorful or edgiest item that you currently have in your wardrobe?

PERCY: That has got to be my new metallic tennis-shoes which just came, but I still haven’t worn yet. And my matching metallic bomber jacket. I can’t wait to wear them to the right event.

WEDDINC: We hear that you are a philanthropist and work with a lot of charities ~ one of them is ‘Wish Upon a Wedding’. Is there any event/wedding you organized for them that stands out in your mind as especially significant?

PERCY: They definitely all stood out. They were so meaningful and the couples were so in love and it was so meaningful. I can’t choose ~ all were so unique just as they were and of course, they didn’t have much time and that was so meaningful. It would be like me trying to choose what was my favorite wedding of all time. I just can’t choose.

WEDDINC: How has the wedding industry and your business changed over the years since you started?

PERCY: Well, I’ve been in the business for a long time and truthfully, I usually only do 12 to 15 weddings a year. I do spend a lot of time with my family. Not that I don’t want to do more events and weddings, but I know I shouldn’t. I want to give my family more of my time. My son just turned 12 years old and I love to spend time with him and I also don’t want work to be a chore for me. Once it’s a chore and if I tried to do 3-4 weddings a weekend, I’d end up being like a robot and I’d be in a routine. Also, I don’t take every wedding that comes my way. I really try to be sure that we are a good fit and if I feel like a client would be a better fit with a colleague, I will definitely refer them out to one of my colleagues. I really strive to make the client/planner relationship perfect, otherwise, there is stress. Also currently, I love to mentor new planners. It’s like where I come from in the Philippines and also in Hawaii, the custom is to give a lei to a junior signifying the passing of a legacy and knowledge to the next generation. I love to pass down my information to the next generation of planners. Since my name is known in the industry, “trained

by Percy Sales” would mean a lot to a new-comer and I love to see my legacy passed down, there is nothing that would make me prouder than to see that.

Percy’s son at the Rainroom at LACMA

WEDDINC: What is on the horizon next for Percy Sales, do you see yourself continuing on your current path or do you see a change?

PERCY: Actually, if I could do anything, I’d like to be a travel writer. I have been so many places, it would be a great way to wind down. Sort of the Anthony Bourdain of weddings. To be able to experience travel and write about it on a T.V. show would be fabulous.

WEDDINC: We know you by some of the TV appearances you’ve done, ‘Master Chef’, ‘Battle of the Wedding Designers’ and ‘Platinum Weddings’). Which one was your favorite and are there any TV shows you would love to do a guest appearance on?

PERCY: I’d love to do RuPaul’s DRAG RACE ~ OR Be a judge on Project Runway for a wedding dress challenge. That has not been done yet, the wedding dress challenge.

WEDDINC: Lastly, what do you generally do to decompress and wind-down after a large event?

PERCY: My wind-down is literally watching mindless TV and playing a mindless game like ‘Candy Crush’ on my iPhone. I might watch ‘Paranormal Witness’ or anything for white noise while becoming completely absorbed in my current level of ‘Candy Crush’ or ‘Panda-Pop’. Then I can fall asleep and I will definitely sleep in the next day!

If you would like to contact Percy Sales for a consultation or if you would like to visit his website, he can be reached at:

Percy Sales: Wedding Planner Santa Barbara, Los Angeles & Beyond

5 Unique Ways to Cozy-up Your Fall Wedding

Taryn Sheppard — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 21:47:21 +0000

There’s something about Fall that makes us all want to stay in and snuggle up. Somehow it’s also a very popular time to tie the knot. Of course, you can’t beat the weather or the scenery, so it makes total sense. When planning your big day, try throwing in a few cozy touches. Your friends and family, who love you, but would otherwise be tucked in and watching Netflix, will thank you.

Comfort Food

Have you ever thought about how great Fall food is? For example; caramel apples, pies, popcorn and even donuts. It’s like a build up to Thanksgiving! These comfort foods make for great wedding desserts and cocktail hour snacks.

Image by the Cupcake Bar in Austin

2. Warm Color Palettes

The warm, deep colors of Fall just can’t be beat. It’s not all burgundy and burnt orange, though! Below are some of our favorite and fresh, warm color palettes.

Berry Tones and Browns | Image by Ryan Ray

3. Soft Lighting

Soft, warm lighting will really set the mood for a Fall wedding and there are so many ways to achieve the look! You could incorporate candles in your centerpieces, string some fairy lights or go as far as booking a venue with a fireplace!

Image by Eric Kelley

4. Autumnal Alchohol

Gone are the spritzers of Summer! Your guests will jump at the chance to warm up with a cup of hot apple cider. Spike it with some rum for a fun kick! And those fall themed cocktails? They’re as tasty as they are Instagramable.

Hot Apple Cider | Image by Ace Photography

5. Cozy Up

Sometimes we sacrifice our warmth for a super stylish outfit (even though you don’t have to). Regardless, whether you’re the bride, a bridesmaid or a guest, we’ve got you covered (literally). Below are some unique and stylish ways to cozy up at a Fall wedding.

Image by Rahel Menig Photography

Are you planning a Fall wedding? What cozy touches will you sprinkle into your big day? Let us know in the comments!

Fall Fashion — From the Runway to the Altar

Taryn Sheppard — Thu, 13 Oct 2016 17:30:18 +0000

Happy Fall, fancy ladies! A new season is always so exciting but there’s something extra special about this time of year. Every Fall you can count on cooler climates, colorful leaves, cozy sweaters and of course pumpkin spice lattes. What we can’t predict though, (until Spring Fashion Week) is the Fall fashion! Every year is different, even if some of the trends are borrowed from decades past. We know you’re eager to don this year’s Fall’s fashion trends and here’s the good news — this year’s trends are so wearable! We’ve taken our favorites straight from the runway and shown how you to wear them to your wedding. Keep reading for the Fall Wedding Fashion of your dreams!

Ruffles

This Chanel dress is to die for but there are so many other ways you can incorporate the ruffles trend into your wedding dress. Going for more of a ballgown? Do it with ruffles! Looking for something different? Try a peplum with ruffles! Of course, the layered lace ruffled dress is always classic and pretty and absolutely appropriate for a wedding dress.

Dress by Chanel Image by Yannis Vlamos

2. Velvet

Fall Weddings call for warm, cozy touches and we can’t think of a more fashionable way to do that than with a little velvet! You can easily incorporate velvet into any of your details (or all of them). Side note; a dress similar to this burgundy Ralph Lauren would be beautiful for your bridesmaids!

Dress by Ralph Lauren | Photo by Luca Tombolini

3. Statement Fur

Faux furs can be found anywhere (and we mean anywhere) this season. You’ll find lush furs in every color from your local Target to the Valentino runway. Looking for a way to stay warm at your Fall wedding? A fur coat or capelette may be the chicest way to go!

Fur by Valentino Photo by Pablo Latorre

4. Chokers

Your inner nineties girl would be so proud. Yes, chokers have come back in such a way that it is officially acceptable to wear them to your wedding. While you might don a darker choker to attend a wedding, consider something lighter and girlier for your own. Lace, pearls and rhinestones are the way to go here!

Choker by Ralph Lauren Photo by Luca Tombolini

5. Bell Sleeves

The 70’s trends are still going strong this year and this may be one of our favorites. The bell sleeve is subtle but it’s an easy way to add interest and personality. The best part? It looks absolutely gorgeous on a wedding gown! We have a feeling we will be seeing more of these gowns in the future.

Sweater by Les Copains Photo by Kim Weston Arnold

6. Metallic Gold

If you’re a girl who likes her glitter and glam you’ll love this trend! Metallics will be popping up in everyday casual wear so why not glitz up that wedding gown? There are so many gold, glittery options in wedding dresses meaning you can be as subtle or as loud as you want with this one!

Dress by Guy Laroche

What Fall fashion trends are you pining over? How are you incorporating them into your wedding day attire? Let’s chat in the comments below!

8 Bridal Hair Trends Every Bride Should Try This 2016

Krystal Polonia — Wed, 17 Aug 2016 17:56:16 +0000

We are in bridal season glory and we couldn’t be happier. However, we have our eyes set on a very important aspect of the bride and that’s her gorgeous locks. After all, when you are walking down the aisle you want to look beautiful from head to toe.
Although, traditional bridal hairstyles such as curls and updos will never go out of style…

This year we are looking at a more modern take on bridal hair trends. 2016 has been the year of the contemporary modern bride when it came to fashion and bridal hairstyles is no exception. From veil alternatives to fun pieces and more low key looks this year’s hair trends feel more energetic and revamped. Here are 8 bridal hair trends that every bride will want to try this 2016.

1- PonyTail

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The 2016 the name of the hair game is low key. We are looking at hairstyles that are more low key than we have ever seen them before. This year brides have opted for pony tails as their bridal hair. The reason being pony tails are easy and fun to wear while they can be dressed up or down for whatever theme your wedding may be.

They can be worn down low, up high or even to the side. However, if a ponytail seems too casual for you, you can always add flowers, braids or even hair accessories to dress it up.

2-Middle Parts

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By now middle parts have established themselves as being part of those trends that is back with a vengeance. Long gone are the days when you tried to avoid a middle parting your hair instead now you want to have a middle part to be on trend. Influencers such as super model Kendall Jenner have been seen sporting a middle part at different events.

The best part about the middle part is that it can be worn with multiple looks. You can wear it with a ponytail, a bun or even with your hair in waves. The options are endless. If you want to dress it up, you can always go for a classic updo and just change-up the parting in your hair.

3-Loose Waves

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While waves and curls have traditionally been a bridal go to look. We are now looking at an upgrade for this do. While it has always been customary for brides to have curls in their hair for their special day it has always been a tighter curl.

This 2016 we are expecting to see loose waves as the most popular bridal hairstyle. Not only will we see loose waves as one of the hottest bridal hairstyle trends but we will see it in different shapes and styles. The loose waves style will be in updos, with headbands, or flowers even incorporated in braids.

4-Braids

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Oh how we are loving the braid trend. Braids have truly taken over 2016 with a storm. They are being incorporated in everything you can think of. And bridal hair is no exception. We are expecting to see a more mystical look when it comes to braids. Not only will the braids be more low key but they will have accessories in them like Baby’s-breath, jewels and flowers of all kinds.

The great part about incorporating a braid in your hair for your special day is you have so much versatility. You can have a full braided updo, or you can choose to incorporate a braid in your hair with waves the options are endless. They can be transformed into so many styles they go with every wedding theme you can imagine.

5-Floral Accessories

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If flower crowns were the trend for 2015 then floral accessories are the trend for 2016. Flowers have always been a big part of weddings regardless of the theme there are always flowers incorporated somewhere. However, this year they are coming in a big way when it comes to incorporating them into bridal hair styles.

Since veils are not as big anymore in bridal gowns many brides are choosing to use flowers in their hair instead. Or they are using them to accessorize their veil. Not only that but flowers are also being used as part of the hair such as in an updo, a loose wave or even in a braid.

6-Headbands

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Since veils have become less popular, headbands have become the modern form of a veil. It adds a little touch of sparkle to your hair and it can be integrated with almost any hair style. You can wear your hair up and have a beautiful headband or you can wear your hair down.

Headbands also come in different shapes and sizes so you can choose whichever works best for you. It is important to remember that all though headbands are not as traditional they can also be incorporated into your veil if you choose to do that as well.

7-Half up & Half down

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Having your hair half up & half down has always been a bridal hairstyle. However, now it is getting a bit of an upgrade by incorporating all the trends in one. When you choose to have your hair half up & half down you can incorporate flowers, a beautiful veil, a headband or even curls. With this hair style you get to choose exactly what you want and how you want it.

This bridal hairstyle has become such a huge trend because you get to have your hair up and out of your face. If you are a bride that is considering the ponytail trend as your hairstyle but think it is too casual you can always choose this trend. As it is less low-key and casual while still being effortless and beautiful.

8-Hair Clip

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We get it. Looking through multiple bridal magazines and Pinterest boards can be overwhelming especially when you are looking for something specific and don’t find it. We are here to tell you that if you cannot decide what to do with your hair on your special day you can have the perfect look with a hair clip. You read that correctly hair clips are coming in a big way as you can build-up on them and have more than one or just one.

The beauty of using hair clips is you get to incorporate your wedding theme and colors as they come in multiple sizes, shapes and forms. Let’s not forget they also work well with all hair lengths from a pixie cut to the longest length. The versatility and laid back factor in hair clips is what makes it such a huge trend for 2016.

Choosing your hairstyle for your wedding can be a tedious task as you want to look your very best while still having a style that will go well with the theme of your wedding. Next time you are looking for bridal hairstyles to take to your hairstylist show them one of these. Please let us know in the comments below which trending bridal hairstyle is your favorite.

6 Essentials You Will Need to Plan For a Beach Wedding

Krystal Polonia — Sat, 02 Jul 2016 19:21:44 +0000

Congratulations, you have finally decided on a wedding theme and venue. You have decided on a Beach Wedding. Beaches can be among the most beautiful settings to have a wedding in. However, finding the right way to showcase the beauty of the beach and your wedding theme may not be the easiest thing to do.

Just like any other wedding venue and theme, a beach wedding takes a lot of planning and dedication. Although, planning a beach wedding may seem like a simple task it can become overwhelming to find the proper essentials you will need to make your wedding the magical day you have always dreamed of. For this reason we have decided to put together beach wedding essentials that you will need in order to plan.

Beach Wedding Essential- Permits

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Those of us who dream of a beach wedding dream of a relaxing day at the beach in a beautiful setting surrounded by loved ones. However, that can all be quickly ruined if you do not have the correct permits. Yes some beaches don’t require permits but they may have size restrictions and tent restrictions not to mention other things to consider.

We recommend getting into contact with the local government of the beach you would like to use. This will save you time and heartache as well as give you an idea as to what you will need to have the wedding you have always dreamed of.

2. Beach Wedding Essential- Lighting

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Unlike a reception hall or a restaurant that comes with already installed lighting. When it comes to a beach wedding, you will have absolutely no light but natural daylight. This can become a challenge as you will need to find a way to add the proper lighting to your wedding while still keeping the beach feel. The good news is sand is a great form of covering up pesky electrical cords that may have to hang around the floor.

One way to add lighting to your beach wedding is by using lanterns or candles that will add personality and dimension to your wedding atmosphere.

3. Beach Wedding Essential- FootWear

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At a traditional wedding, you would have your footwear all sorted out. People arrive in formal attire with their shoes on and enjoy the rest of the evening. However, at a beach wedding your guest and you will have to get excited about experiencing sand between your toes. One way to enjoy the sandy moments is by offering your guest a shoe area where they would be able to remove their shoes if they chose to and enjoy the night. Or offering a flip flop station where there are flip flops for all the guest to change to once they arrive.
For the bride and bridal party, it can be a great idea to wear barefoot sandals to keep their look bridal and put together through the entire wedding.

4. Beach Wedding Essential- Wedding Dress

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When it comes to a beach wedding finding the perfect wedding dress can become a little bit more of a hassle as certain fabrics do not do so well in the beach wedding atmosphere. For example, thicker fabrics will not work for a beach wedding as it will become too warm for the bride. As well as heavier wedding dresses will not work neither because it can become very heavy for the bride to carry while walking on sand.

We would recommend a light fabric and more simple fabric such as lace. Lace will allow the bride to travel freely among her guest and wedding party.

5. Beach Wedding Essential- Photography Planning

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Much like lighting wedding photos, your beach photos will require careful planning and thoughtfulness. The reason being that you will not have the built-in lighting that a ballroom or church would have. This may make taking candid photos a bit more difficult as your photographer waits for the sun to pass through the clouds. It is sometimes very favorable to take beach shots during the overcast morning hours, however for that soft glow which can be very hard to achieve with canned light. However, with a little bit of planning ahead you can achieve the photos you have always dreamed of and you may be surprised at how beautiful they can be without the direct sun.

We recommend finding a location at the beach that is well lit with natural lighting and/or lighting that you may install. The key to great photos is always having excellent lighting and it doesn’t hurt to hire an excellent photographer as well. You want to make sure that you choose a photographer who understands natural light and has the right filters for his camera and be sure that he also has experience shooting a beach wedding successfully. You may also want to take advantage of appropriate beach props and include your wedding party as well.

6. Beach wedding Essential- Prepare for the Heat

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Unlike having a wedding in a ballroom or banquet you will not have the luxury of having air conditioning or air ventilation at your wedding. Which may be somewhat of an inconvenience to your guests. For this reason it is important to prepare for the heat. There are ways you can make your guests feel more comfortable without compromising your decoration or wedding theme. Having umbrellas at your wedding as part of your decoration can add a cooling shade while maintaining a contemporary look.

You can also add woven fans to your guest seating. Woven fans will allow your guest to fan themselves whenever they feel the need to do so. If you are trying to find a way to maintain your wedding cool from the heat at all times you may want to consider a draped tent. A draped tent will keep your guests under shade the entire wedding while adding a mystical feel to your wedding theme, also consider boho tipis.

When it comes to planning a beach wedding considering these essentials while you plan can save you a lot of time and headaches. Have you planned a beach wedding? If so tell us below what tips would you give other brides that are planning a beach wedding.