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Wedding "too casual" ??

kelsey , on July 20, 2018 at 9:34 AM Posted in Wedding Reception 0 11

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we will be adding balloons to the pool for decoration. Wedding "too casual" ?? 1

So i have ALWAYS envisioned a super laid back wedding. and I'm fortunate enough that my parents have the best yard for summer parties. I will be decorating to make it fancier than a back yard BBQ, and we will have a dance floor, but i don't know what to do about their pool.

There is no AC in the house, and the wedding is in June, so it could be a heatwave. I am more than happy to have people bring their swimsuits and change if they want to cool off. But I am a little concerned the older guest will think of it more of a pool party than a wedding?

However, I would MUCH rather people enjoy themselves and take advantage of the pool, but i also don't know how to bring it up to people, "its a wedding but bring a bathing suit because we have a pool" ?

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Latest activity by Brittany, on July 20, 2018 at 2:31 PM

Master October 2018
DC Wife 10.27.18 · on July 20, 2018 at 9:38 AM
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I love this idea however, I'm concerned about the comfort of your guests with no AC and a potential for a heat wave. What is you plan for that? Also, its your wedding. As long as you are making sure the guests are comfortable, I wouldn't worry about the pool party aspect. It sounds like my type of party! LOL
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Kristina · on July 20, 2018 at 9:40 AM
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With there being no AC, I think a lot of guests will be eyeing the pool anyway, so definitely let them know to bring a suit and cool down!
The thing is, it's YOUR wedding. Even if it does have more of a backyard BBQ feel, who cares? It sounds like a blast, and it's a wedding because at some point, you will be marrying your FS! Guest comfort always comes before aesthetic, in my opinion, and your wedding would be one to remember!
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Devoted August 2018
Jillian · on July 20, 2018 at 9:47 AM
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I think that sounds awesome! I regret making my wedding less casual so have fun with whatever you want to do! (:
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Mcellist · on July 20, 2018 at 9:53 AM
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You could do part formal for the ceremony & then all casual for the reception. It sounds really fanstastic... Now I wish I had a way to do a "pool" reception. I think it will be terrific.
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Master October 2018
MrsV1027 · on July 20, 2018 at 10:01 AM
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I would love to go to a wedding that had a pool that we were allowed to swim in!
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FutureMrsO · on July 20, 2018 at 10:54 AM
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That sounds awesome! My only concern would be if you're having alcohol...I would highly recommend hiring a lifeguard as a safety precaution if you open up the pool to people. Pool accidents happen all the time unfortunately.
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Stephanie · on July 20, 2018 at 11:00 AM
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That sounds amaze balls. Are you having a tent outside or anything? If so i believe you can rent fans to help cool people off
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Tara · on July 20, 2018 at 12:19 PM
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I think this sounds so cool! So much has changed, brides do not stick with tradition anymore so theres bound to be something the "old folks" think is odd. I think if you make it look classy enough.. keep the wedding feel
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Dedicated September 2018
Mackenzie · on July 20, 2018 at 1:54 PM
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It is YOUR wedding, and you stated that you want a "laid back" wedding, so I say go ahead! I would have loved if the two back yard weddings I went to in JUNE and JULY had opened up their pool!
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Savvy October 2019
Jessica · on July 20, 2018 at 2:29 PM
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Kick off your party by jumping in the pool with your new husband, wedding dress and everything 😂
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Brittany · on July 20, 2018 at 2:31 PM
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I think this can totally work! I'd recommend letting guests know about the pool and maybe giving the wedding a laid back theme like luau or anything that would indicate that it's not formal. This way guests don't go crazy on hair and makeup because they know they might go in the pool. As far as older people complaining... you'll never please everyone. No matter what kind of wedding you have someone will find it too casual, too formal, too cheap, too expensive, so don't let it get to you! Your wedding will be great!
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