Between beloved “sweater weather”

….warm and cozy smells, and the comfort of holidays on the horizon, this is a great time to celebrate the harvest, employ the autumn pallet, and embrace the season of change from September through November. It’s even perceived by many to be the best time of the year for an outdoor celebration. Think copper tones, deep romantic colors, lots of texture, and the occasional pumpkin.

During this time of year, the weather is often the most predictable, which makes it the ideal time to host an outdoor event. The cool air is welcome following the summer months, so this is a great opportunity to utilize a venue with both indoor and outdoor options! This will let us maximize the space and get the best of both worlds so guests can enjoy whichever setting they prefer.

The warm, diverse harvest pallet enriched with earthy foliage mimics the changing leaves and will have your guests FALLING in love with all the autumn design components. Make your guests feel like they are at home and offer cozy throw blankets, hot totties, or even a s’mores bar! This is the time to consider an “unplugged” wedding ceremony or event so your die hard football fans aren’t getting updates and distracting other guests during your special moments.

Since fall leads into the holiday season, it’s important to consider financial constraints that may follow. An earlier event can still have all the bells and whistles, but gives guests the option to head home after the festivities rather than booking a hotel. Since daylight hours lessen in the fall, and early event leads to even more photo opportunities! Night time events are magical, but if you want a big focus on photos, be sure to set aside time to capture the images you want during daylight. If you’re planning a wedding, consider doing a first look with your partner, as these images are often the most cherished. I’ll help you draft a detailed shot list so the post-ceremony photos are done efficiently which will allow you to get to the party and celebrate!