It’s official: you or your partner just popped the question. Congratulations! It’s time to start planning so you can start celebrating. Are you already feeling overwhelmed about planning your Delaware wedding? You don’t have to be! Planning a wedding doesn’t have to be complicated, and we can make it easy for you. Here are 6 tips to make the most of your Delaware wedding to help you get started.
1. Figure Out the Size of Your Dream Wedding: Do You Want a Large Delaware Wedding or an Elegant Elopement?
The first thing you need to do when planning your Delaware wedding is decide how big or small you want your day to be. By making this decision, you are setting the tone of the entire event. Do you want to share your day with all of your family and friends? Or do you want an intimate event with only you and your partner? Whatever you decide, Still Poetry Photography can be there to help you along every step of the way! Did you know we offer more services than just photography? We can help plan, officiate, and record your special day as well. As an elopement photographer and planner, we make sure the day is all about you and your partner. With a large wedding, we can include all of your loved ones as well. Which option is more your style? Nailing that down is the first step towards making the most out of the happiest moment of your love life.
2. Picking the Perfect Delaware Wedding Venue: Matching Your Aesthetic Preferences with Guest Capacity
When you picture getting married, what do you see? There are so many great options throughout the First State, and we can help you narrow them down. Whether you want forests surrounding you, water at your back and sand in your toes, or something more elegant, there is a venue for you in Delaware.
Life-Saving Station
Want to be seaside as you get married to your partner? This historic spot is a perfect location along Coastal Highway to get married. Talk about a great Rehoboth wedding venue! This spot also has the Indian River Marina that offers a great option for upscale affairs with tents. You can still have the waves in the background without the sand everywhere as you say “I do”. For elopements, you have plenty of options for dinners for 2 afterwards since it’s so close to all the boardwalks.
Cape Henlopen State Park
Want a coastal beach but also wooded forests? This park in Lewes offers both! This location is very versatile, and is perfect for not only your wedding but also engagement photos. Herring Point at Cape Henlopen is Still Poetry Photography’s official favorite photography spot.
Figure 8 Barn
Want the rustic feel of vintage wooden barns? Look no further than Wilmington’s Figure 8 Barn. This spot can accommodate thousands of guests or can be used for intimate affairs.
Auburn Heights
Want an elegant and historic feel to your wedding? Auburn Heights is a Victiorian mansion in Yorklyn with a wraparound porch - how romantic!
All of this is just the beginning! There are more venues across Delaware that can cater to your needs.
3. Incorporate the Beach Into Your Delaware Wedding
While Delaware is known for its beaches, you might not want your big day right by the water or on the sand. You can still have Delaware Beach vibes wherever you are. Bringing in neutral tones, nautical decorations, or a taste of the sea can help guests feel right at home on the Eastern Shore. You can also plan to have your couple shots or group shots on the beach, have a beachside AirBnB, or end your day with an after party on the beach. Whether you start your day watching the sun rise over the waves or end it by dancing in the sand, there are so many options to create a Delaware Beach Wedding whether the actual wedding is on the beach or not!
4. Have Stylized Bridal Portraits on the Beach
Another great aspect of wedding photography is that you can schedule styled bridal portraits on another day. You can plan a separate occasion to splash in the water in your wedding dress or play in the sand with your partner after the official big day is over. Whether you have a large wedding or elope for the real deal, a styled shoot is a great way to get all of the pictures you want to capture without the time constraints of your wedding day. As wedding photographers in Delaware, we highly recommend taking advantage of all the beauty the Delaware beaches have to offer.
5. Choose the Perfect Beachside Menu
Not only does Delaware offer beautiful locations, but there is also a plethora of food options. If your venue allows for outside catering, here are some of the best caterers available:
And of course, if you need to add some fun to your food and drinks, there is always The Margarita Man of Delaware to help you out. Not only does he offer frozen drinks, but you can rent a chocolate fountain as well!
If your venue does not accommodate outside catering, you can still bring beachy foods to your menu. Crab cake appetizers or fried oysters can be the perfect addition. There is a wide variety of ways to make the most of your Delaware wedding and bring the beach to wherever you are.
6. Make Your Delaware Wedding Perfect With Still Poetry Photography
We saved the best tip for last! In order to have the perfect Delaware wedding, you need the best Delaware wedding photographers! Having a team behind you to help facilitate the day and capture every moment you want to remember makes all of the difference. Take away all of your stress and worries when it comes to your wedding photos because we have you covered. We also offer planning, coordinating, and officiating services as well for an all-inclusive wedding package.
Check out our portfolio and contact us with any questions or to schedule a call to discuss your dream Delaware wedding! We cannot wait to work with you and help build the wedding you and your partner have always wanted.