You can’t make a wedding backdrop more beautiful than the Charleston beaches!
A beach wedding in Charleston is unforgettable. Let us help you make sure that it’s unforgettable for the views and not for these common mistakes.
Season
First, consider the time of year that you are planning your wedding. While you may think a beach wedding means summer, remember that summer in Charleston can be very hot and humid. Try to avoid the hottest months such as July and August and consider a late spring, early summer or fall date instead.
Still unsure what time of year is best? Send us a few dates that you’re considering, and we can advise what would be the most beautiful time in Charleston!
Time of Day
Next, choose the time of day wisely. The time of day affects the tide, weather and lighting for photography.
Avoid high tide to ensure that there’s enough sandy beach to even have a wedding.
Mid-day is very bright & sunny which can make photos difficult and your guests uncomfortable in the highest heat of the day. Not to mention, a Charleston beach on a summer afternoon will be filled with crowds. Consider a sunrise or sunset wedding for more mild weather and dreamy photos.
Make Guests Comfortable
While you may be planning a short ceremony, most likely your guests will be arriving early and sticking around after the ceremony for photos. Ensure that your guests stay comfortable throughout the wedding with ceremony chairs delivered and set up by our team.
Additionally, remember that a beach weddings consist of walking on uneven sand and possibly a long walk from the car. Our team can help find a beach ceremony location with easy access but keep in mind your guests when choosing the beach over a more accessible location.
Add Decor
The beauty of the beach requires little to no decor however, don’t be afraid to personalize it to you and your future spouse! Consider adding an arbor or additional real florals which can be setup by our team.
Note that beaches are often public and you may be sharing the beach with others. Ceremony chairs or an arbor are a great way to mark your ceremony location for guests!
Lastly, make sure to double check if your decor is beach-friendly. Disposable decor such as fake flower petals, confetti and glass are not allowed on Charleston beaches. Real flowers petals are recommended if you want something to drop down the aisle.
Contact the Reynolds Treasures team today to book your dream Charleston beach ceremony!
This park is located in Mt. Pleasant and boasts water views as well as views of the Ravenel Bridge and Downtown Charleston.
A forty minute drive outside of Downtown Charleston, enjoy the picturesque swamp and gardens that await. Famous movies such as The Notebook, The Patriot, and Cold Mountain were all filmed here.
Indoor and Outdoor Spaces for Vows and Photos and is perfect for the couple who truly want an intimate and private ceremony.
Get married in privacy with Spanish moss, live oaks, an arbor leading to a covered arched bridge, and even a private beach.
The garden came to life at the 1997 Spoleto Festival. Enjoy the scents of the plants, the beauty of the design, and the privacy you desire for your intimate wedding ceremony or elopement.
Situated on water with a little beach, this park has gorgeous views of the Ravenel Bridge and downtown.
As a member of the National Register for Historic Places, this venue is along the Ashley River surrounded by oaks trees.
This cute indoor space offers a church like feel with high ceilings and is perfect for your ceremony.
Lots of charm with brick paths and surrounded by buildings, also offers gorgeous oak trees to hide from the sun.
Have your intimate ceremony under live large oaks.
As one of the Federal Style Architecture homes, this house was home of Thomas Bennett Jr. in the early 1800’s. The house over looks a large fountain and brick courtyard, a gorgeous garden with large oaks.
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