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The monsoon season might be near ending, but one can never be sure when the occasional heavy shower will hit. Irrespective of the weather chosen for the celebration, nothing can take away the magnificence of an Indian wedding. Nuptial planning during the monsoons can be a daunting task, and so, Gorav Arora, General Manager at Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach brings you a few practical tips that can help you ensure your big day goes without a hitch.
Opt For An Indoor Wedding Venue or Canopy-covered Roofs
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An indoor wedding venue with a transparent view of the outdoors would work the magic. Alternatively, a canopy is an excellent choice to have a wedding under, as it is a great option to keep your guests dry while keeping the elegant look. If it is an outdoor event, you can plan to have parasols placed above tables to prevent them from getting soaked. Additionally, ensure that the venue provider has power outage backups since electricity can be very unpredictable in many parts of the country.
Keep Your Guests Safe
Ensure you have a good sanitisation plan in place, provide sanitisers for all of your guests. This will help to reduce the spread of microbes. Secondly, you can also ask your guests to RSVP so that you can plan accordingly. This will allow you to keep track of your guest list and make sure that your venue is not congested.
Avoid Too Many Flowers
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In an indoor setting with the presence of flowers, the fragrance can get overwhelming and in turn make your guests feel claustrophobic. Also, flowers attract all types of insects that can infect the food and beverages.
Plan For Contingencies
There are a few things you can do to make sure your wedding goes smoothly, even if the weather is not co-operating. To start with, you can choose a venue that has both indoor and outdoor spaces. That way, if it does rain, you can move the ceremony or reception inside. Second, plan for contingencies when you are booking your vendors. Ensure your photographer is comfortable shooting in any kind of environment and that your caterer can provide food that will stay fresh over a couples of hours. Most importantly, be sure to have valet parking and ushers who can help your guests with directions. Finally, be prepared to adjust your timeline on the day of the wedding to align with traffic situation.
Wedding Food Menu
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Whether you are looking for something classic or unique, it is certain to spot one wedding special curated food menu that would be impeccable for you and your guests. Hors d’oeuvres are a safe bet because there is nothing wrong with sticking to the classics. If you are looking to add a little something extra to your wedding menu, try incorporating some international flavours. From Indian curries to Italian pasta dishes, there are endless possibilities. Lastly, no wedding food menu would be complete without some delicious desserts. From wedding cake to cookies and ice cream, there are plenty of sweet options to choose from.
As a final point, be sure to work with a wedding planner who is proficient and experienced.
Also Read: Detailed & Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist