Indoor vs. Outdoor weddings

[Rollercoasterr]

I had my heart set on getting married at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, but today I found some really pretty historical houses in Lexington too that are less expensive than what I thought they'd be to rent.

 

So question...What do you think about indoor weddings versus outdoor weddings?

[Star Gazer]

IME, I'd say about 90% of the weddings I've been to have been outdoors, with the reception indoors.

 

But really, who cares what WE think. What do you want? Was your wedding at KHP going to be in- or outdoors? Will the weather be good at that time of year (assuming it's predictable)? And if not, can you tent it?

[Rollercoasterr]

I'm just curious as to other peoples opinions. It's not like what you say is going to waiver my decisions. Just a matter of what people here have thought of both wedding when they attended them. In the end, it's going to come down to my fiance and I going as a team to visit the places that we like the most and making a decision together.

 

Also, his family isn't from the U.S. Most of them have never been here and I'd like to give them a memorable experience to take home with them, that's why I had originally chosen the horse park. Well, that, and my love of the beautiful scenery of the place. I do love horses and Lexington, KY is prime horse country. But since I came across some of the historical houses that are just as beautiful I find myself torn. I'll definitely be spending the better part of the next few months visiting these places.

 

What I had planned for the KHP was to get married in front of the man o' war statue and then have my reception in the big barn. I talked to one of the girls that works there and that's what she suggested as the best options. She said in the event of bad weather we can move my wedding indoors and still have the reception in the big barn. Weather shouldn't be too bad here in June, it's fairly mild. But now that I've said that we'll have 100 degree heat and thunderstorms. I have bad luck like that.

[Trialbyfire]

It really depends on when you're going to have your wedding. If it's going to be really hot out, this has to be considered, especially if there are going to be a lot of seniors present. Air-conditioning is preferable, if that's the case.

 

For sheer looks, outdoor weddings are more romantic, at least in pictures. Outdoor weddings can also be a pain the butt, for bugs and also if you're having something very formal, for heels on grass.

 

They both have pros and cons.

 

Ours will be indoors, due to unpredictable weather. It's just not worth the chance of torrential rains or status normal, at minimum, cloudy. Most of our weddings here are indoors.

[Rollercoasterr]

Kentucky isn't extreme south, or north, so the temperatures in June run about 70 degrees. It isn't too bad, but there are exceptions.

 

I don't plan on having a very long ceremony so I don't think that if it were a particularly hot day outside that anyone would die from heat stroke, but his grandparents are elderly. I would have to keep this in mind.

 

You see, that's what makes this decision so difficult. He and I both really really want the horse park and to have an outside wedding, but there's so many whatifs and things like his grandparents and the other older guests that I'm just not sure I'm willing to take that risk. This place usually books a year in advance and there's no way I can tell what kind of weather we're going to be having a year from now.

 

Ugh.

[Star Gazer]

I'm just curious as to other peoples opinions. It's not like what you say is going to waiver my decisions.

 

Oh, okay. I thought that's why people asked for advice.

 

As for weather, Lexington has an average of 82 in June.

http://www.weather.com/outlook/health/allergies/wxclimatology/monthly/graph/USKY1079?from=tenDay_bottomnav_undeclared

 

Other research indicated that the humidity is near 60% around that time of year, which makes you want to take a shower the moment you step outside.

 

As such, I'd strongly recommend an indoor wedding if you keep that wedding date.

[Rollercoasterr]

Considering that I live here I don't rely on websites for temperature averages. And the humidity is not that high. I have no idea why it is saying that but it's wrong. The only way the humidity would be that high here is if we've had about a week of terrible storms.

 

And honestly, if you insist on being snotty on why I created this thread refrain from posting in it. I just wanted to know what others thought about indoor or outdoor weddings, I didn't ask anyone to make a decision for me.

[Star Gazer]

 

Well, jeez. Why so huffy?

 

(You edited your post: HOW exactly am I being snotty???)

 

Out of respect for your guests, about half of which will be coming from cooler and less muggier part of the world (Canada), I suggest you consider that what you may be used to, will likely be very uncomfortable for your guests.

[Touche]

My first wedding was in Palm Beach, FL in October...outdoors. My second wedding in the South in June. Also outdoors. I can't imagine an indoor wedding. But that's just me. You have to do what you and your fiance' want. Call me selfish but when planning both my weddings my respective fiance and I's wishes came before all else.

[Trialbyfire]

Maybe you know what it's like for bugs but maybe not, since it's a horse park. If there's a public restaurant, with a patio in this place, go there in the next week or so, and have an extended meal outside. This will tell you if the horse flies get bad, in that area.

[Rollercoasterr]

 

Well, jeez. Why so huffy?

 

(You edited your post: HOW exactly am I being snotty???)

 

Out of respect for your guests, about half of which will be coming from cooler and less muggier part of the world (Canada), I suggest you consider that what you may be used to, will likely be very uncomfortable for your guests.

 

I edited my post to take out the part that said that I didn't know where you got your info from, but then saw that it was weather.com. Maybe I'm reading it wrong but when you made that little "I thought that's why people asked for advice" it sounded either smartass or snotty. Take a pick. But I didn't actually ask for advice, did I? I asked opinions. There's a difference.

[Star Gazer]

I just wanted to know what others thought about indoor or outdoor weddings, I didn't ask anyone to make a decision for me.

 

And I told you what I thought. Sheesh. I'm not sure why you're reading negativity into a simple weather report!

 

My first wedding was in Palm Beach, FL in October...outdoors. My second wedding in the South in June. Also outdoors. I can't imagine an indoor wedding.

 

I can't either, unless it's in a church. But receptions, that's something else.

[Rollercoasterr]

Maybe you know what it's like for bugs but maybe not, since it's a horse park. If there's a public restaurant, with a patio in this place, go there in the next week or so, and have an extended meal outside. This will tell you if the horse flies get bad, in that area.

 

 

You have a point with that one. I didn't think about the bugs.

[Rollercoasterr]

My first wedding was in Palm Beach, FL in October...outdoors. My second wedding in the South in June. Also outdoors. I can't imagine an indoor wedding. But that's just me. You have to do what you and your fiance' want. Call me selfish but when planning both my weddings my respective fiance and I's wishes came before all else.

 

 

I wouldn't call that selfish, but since I already feel kind of weird about the fact that I don't speak their language(I'm going to try and learn), I guess I feel sort of a need to be a little more accommodating with them. In the end it'll be what he and I want, but up until the time comes when he and I can make a decision together, I'm going to fret about if I'm being selfish or if it's the right thing or not. I'm kind of hopeless like that.

[Star Gazer]

Maybe I'm reading it wrong but when you made that little "I thought that's why people asked for advice" it sounded either smartass or snotty. Take a pick. But I didn't actually ask for advice, did I? I asked opinions. There's a difference.

 

With all do respect, I think you did. I'm not sure why you think they are different. "Advice (noun) is an opinion." http://thesaurus.reference.com/browse/advice

 

If you want to pick and choose who you accept advice/opinions from, that's certainly your right. I do it to. But don't make me out to be a bad guy, R.

[Citizen Erased]

Considering that I live here I don't rely on websites for temperature averages. And the humidity is not that high. I have no idea why it is saying that but it's wrong. The only way the humidity would be that high here is if we've had about a week of terrible storms.

 

Actually, 60% is not that high. At least not to me.

 

I really like TBF's idea about testing out the bug situation. The last thing you want is to be a swatting flies as you're walking down the aisle.

[Rollercoasterr]

With all do respect, I think you did. I'm not sure why you think they are different. "Advice (noun) is an opinion." http://thesaurus.reference.com/browse/advice

 

If you want to pick and choose who you accept advice/opinions from, that's certainly your right. I do it to. But don't make me out to be a bad guy, R.

 

I'm not making you out to be a bad guy. But I'm also not going to argue with you. If you want to say I asked for advice, then fine. I asked for advice. Feel better?

[Lauriebell82]

Our wedding is going to be completely indoors, both indoor church and reception. I think I shy away from outdoor weddings because of bugs and also weather conditions. I just always thought I'd avoid the whole drama of that kind of thing happening (rain on the wedding day). Plus my wedding dress is real thick and I will be sweltering (you will be too in yours!)

[Rollercoasterr]

Our wedding is going to be completely indoors, both indoor church and reception. I think I shy away from outdoor weddings because of bugs and also weather conditions. I just always thought I'd avoid the whole drama of that kind of thing happening (rain on the wedding day). Plus my wedding dress is real thick and I will be sweltering (you will be too in yours!)

 

 

Thanks for bringing that to my attention, I hadn't even thought about the size of my dress since it's only been a few days. That'll be a big con to put on that list. Seems like the cons are outweighing the pros. I'll have a talk to the fiance and see what he thinks, without showing him the dress.

[Trialbyfire]

Not just the bride but also the groom with his full tux, as well as the entire male side of the bridal party, will be sweltering. The female side of the bridal party, MOH and bridesmaids, should be okay, unless you pick something thick.

 

I was the MOH at one of my g/fs weddings. It cooked that day. I spent the entire day close to her, blotting and powdering her face, to keep down the shine for the pics.

[Rollercoasterr]

Not just the bride but also the groom with his full tux, as well as the entire male side of the bridal party, will be sweltering. The female side of the bridal party, MOH and bridesmaids, should be okay, unless you pick something thick.

 

I was the MOH at one of my g/fs weddings. It cooked that day. I spent the entire day close to her, blotting and powdering her face, to keep down the shine for the pics.

 

I planned on giving my bridesmaids and MOH something light to wear because I wanted them to be comfortable. If it were even 70 degrees outside and sunny I think they guys would be burning up not only because of how thick tuxes are, but because they are also black. Black tends to attract heat.

 

I think that the outdoor thing would be good for a March wedding when it's still cool here, but probably not for a June wedding.

[Touche]

I wouldn't call that selfish, but since I already feel kind of weird about the fact that I don't speak their language(I'm going to try and learn), I guess I feel sort of a need to be a little more accommodating with them. In the end it'll be what he and I want, but up until the time comes when he and I can make a decision together, I'm going to fret about if I'm being selfish or if it's the right thing or not. I'm kind of hopeless like that.

 

I can understand that. But try not to fret. Do what you both really want to do without compromising too much. Trust me, long after your guests have forgotten about your wedding, it will remain one of your most cherished days. So do be a little selfish.

 

And I guess I was lucky with both my weddings. They weren't too hot and humid and no problem with bugs. Everyone had a great time.

 

But yes, it should be a consideration.

[subdued]

My first wedding was indoors, but then I was living in Pennsylvania at the time. Now that I live in California, I can't imagine having an indoor wedding. I'm going to have an outdoor wedding. I plan to get married in early August. It rarely rains in early August, and when it does it's just a drizzle in the middle of the night.

[Maggs]

We're getting married at a big hotel and we're doing the ceremony, reception and pictures all on the same site. We have all intentions of having the ceremony outdoors, but the hotel has arrangements ready to have it at a spot indoors if the weather turns bad. Always have a back up plan! If your venue didn't have the option, I'd look elsewhere for something that could offer both. Our reception will be indoors. I love outdoor weddings. For me, it seems a bit more relaxing and informal. And if you want...you can go in your barefeet and make it feel even more relaxing.

 

I understand you wanting to create a nice touristy atmosphere with your fiance's family. We're in the same position and that's another reason we picked our spot. It's quite well known in the province as being a nice place to stay and offering lots of local food, etc.

[2sure]

A venue like a historical home with a large terrace or veranda sounds perfect. That way you have the option of accommodating any weather and keeping your guests comfortable.