Having a Las Vegas wedding provides couples with the ideal weather and setting to have both your ceremony and reception outdoors. However, executing a successful outdoor reception can be problematic without the proper preparation and experience from your wedding venue. So, we at Bridal Spectacular teamed up with the fabulous team at TPC Summerlin to provide some wonderful tips to help you plan a perfect outdoor wedding reception!
About TPC Summerlin
If you are looking for natural serenity and beauty, TPC Summerlin offers couples the most stunning outdoor setting for your Las Vegas wedding. As the sun sets behind the Red Rock Mountains, the glistening sunlight and reflection from the lake provide the perfect backdrop for your wedding photos. Continuing from the ceremony, TPC’s newly renovated patio is furnished with lounge seating and fire pits that overlook the gorgeous 18th hole, providing you with a perfect location for your wedding celebration! Whatever you envision for your big day, the team at TPC Summerlin is dedicated to creating the perfect backdrop for the wedding of your dreams!
What to Consider When Planning Your Outdoor Reception
Keri Macanas, the Sales & Catering Manager At TPC, said if you are looking for an alternative location to the traditional ballroom for your wedding, finding an outdoor location can be breathtaking. She said when choosing the right location for an outdoor theme, there are many factors you need to consider. One of the most important factors is having a backup plan for inclement weather, as even simple things like the wind can pose issues with keeping food warm and of course the comfort of your guests. To help prevent these kinds issues, there are many rental companies that can create beautiful tented structures that protect you from the elements, yet still allow you to take advantage of the beautiful outdoor views.
Keri added that a few other key factors you should ask an outdoor wedding venue is will there be lighting, power, restroom facilities, additional fees for catering outdoors, and additional staffing fees for outdoor setup. In addition, be sure to consider other important aspects, such as the time of year (a mid-July wedding in Las Vegas may be pretty uncomfortable for an outdoor reception), your wedding menu (choose dishes that will keep well outside, in the sun and the heat), having the proper sound equipment for music and speeches, and make sure to have an overall venue back-up plan in case the weather goes completely awry!
Wedding Trends for 2015
Now that you know what to consider when planning your outdoor wedding, let’s make sure you are up-to-date on the latest wedding trends!
For themes, Keri shared with us that the natural, rustic theme from 2014 with blush, lace and mason jars will continue into 2015. For color combinations, she said teal and pink is a popular combination, as well as royal, navy blue and green.
For dress styles in 2015, she said you can’t go wrong with simple, clean lines, silhouettes with sheers and free flowing bottom layers, as well as decorative necklines and off the shoulder dresses.
For décor, Keri added with Pinterest and Etsy, cute signs are making waves in the wedding scene, including table numbers, chalk board signs, Instagram signs, bride/groom signs, directional signs, bar signs, and much more!
And, don’t forget the desserts! She added that mini desserts are very popular, including macaroons, small desserts, ice cream bars, candy bars, and things that are interactive for your guests.
To learn more about weddings at TPC Summerlin, please click here. And, be sure to save-the-date to attend our Winter Bridal Show January 16 and 17 at Cashman Center where you can meet the TPC team in person!
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