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Organizing your wedding off-season: a great idea that has its advantages!
- Noémie Lavergne
- il y a 4 jours
- 4 min de lecture
The wedding season is over... but who said you can't have your wedding outside of that famous 'season'?
While it's true that most weddings are held from the beginning of summer until the onset of Indian summer, some couples choose to be original and celebrate their union in the heart of autumn, under the gentle rays of spring, or even in the depths of winter! A crazy idea? Perhaps not so much…
This article gives you 5 reasons why getting married off-season has its advantages.
1) High availability of service providers: less stress for the bride and groom!
Indeed, an off-season wedding means less competition from other weddings. Vendors will be more available and attentive to your needs, giving you greater flexibility to schedule appointments, make decisions, and finalize the last details of your planning.
More time to dedicate to you means more personalization, guaranteeing a wedding that reflects who you are and therefore less stress for the bride and groom!
Some options may also open up to you because of this different wedding date! You can create extraordinary seasonal menus with caterers (tea bars, hot chocolate bars, soup bars, chocolate fountains, chestnuts…) or organize a timeless photo shoot in a different setting.
2) An intimate atmosphere created by a unique setting and decor
Getting married in autumn, winter and spring also means welcoming these seasons and their very particular atmospheres into your wedding, both through your reception and through your photos, frozen in a unique setting.
In autumn, ochre, red, and orange hues unfold before you. With one foot in summer and the other in winter, this season brings its own brand of magic, creating an intimate and cozy atmosphere amidst the trees shedding their leaves and the vibrant colors of the countryside.
At Château de Poudenas, we guarantee you a splendid view of the Gélise valley, its trees with changing colours and its charming villages from the south esplanade.
In winter, the light becomes even softer, more diffused, and the magic of the holidays unintentionally settles into the atmosphere of your wedding, making it all the more festive and warm. Romance takes center stage, and the soft light enhances the intimate feel of your union, lending it an almost mysterious air. The perfect recipe for an unforgettable celebration!
At Château de Poudenas, you will enjoy a view of the misty valley and the soft lights emitted by the castle, a good fireplace and, if the weather permits, long and beautiful walks in the park around the castle.
In spring, you can take advantage of the vibrant, reborn light, the blossoming landscapes, and the first flowers to create photographs full of freshness and life. The soft colors of your union are tinged with sometimes more vivid hues. Spring is almost like enjoying summer without its drawbacks!
At Château de Poudenas you will enjoy beautiful walks in the park gradually regaining its colours, sunrises over a valley emerging from winter, and activities available at the castle, namely the tennis court and the approach green for a first introduction to golf.
3) Enjoy sumptuous nighttime lighting
If your off-season wedding doesn't benefit from the same light as summer, you can still enjoy another kind of light: the glow of fairy lights provided at your reception venue. Candlelit dinners for an intimate atmosphere, soft lighting to welcome the newlyweds, gentle illumination for your first dance—take advantage of the off-season nighttime to make your wedding the most dazzling celebration possible!
At Château de Poudenas, we offer the installation of "Guinguette" string lights to illuminate the main courtyard, creating a delightful atmosphere for your guests upon arrival. If the weather turns too cold for outdoor dining, consider using the space for your cocktail reception and/or for photo shoots!
4) The budget argument: take advantage of better rates!
The peak season presents the challenge of competition from other weddings, and vendors are often overwhelmed. Submitting a request during the off-season, a period they consider "off-peak," allows them to continue providing services at a time of year when business is often slow: they therefore often offer more attractive prices! You can thus obtain significant discounts, or even afford higher-quality services within your initial budget. You can also allocate part of the budget to an additional service you might not have initially considered.
These more competitive rates will also be found in transport and accommodation services: in the low season, guesthouses for example are often cheaper.
At Château de Poudenas, you will benefit from different rates depending on the low season (January to April, November and December), the mid-season (May, September and October), and the high season (June, July and August).
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5) More comfort for your guests
A wedding outside the summer season has its advantages for you, but also for your guests! Here are the reasons why your guests might appreciate celebrating a wedding off-season:
Say goodbye to heatwave and its oppressive heat: especially during outdoor weddings, summer heat becomes a source of discomfort for many guests, sometimes even leading to fainting… Getting married in cooler temperatures has the advantage of making climate more bearable for everyone.
Reducing the risk of allergies: getting married before summer will also allow your pollen-sensitive guests to avoid any unfortunate allergy attacks.
Guest availability: For many, summer season means long holidays and travel to other destinations. Outside of peak season, you'll have a better chance of confirming the attendance of your loved ones at your wedding.
So, what are you waiting for to take the plunge and have an off-season wedding?
Feel free to explore our reception venues or contact us directly if you're looking for an exceptional location to celebrate your union.