Awesome Country Wedding Ideas for Summer You’ll Love – Rotorua Wedding
It’s no surprise that summer is Rotorua’s most popular outdoor wedding season. A rustic, country wedding has always been trendy, as they are charming, intimate, and always unforgettable. As summer is not far away, we’ve rounded up a few of our favourite country wedding ideas for summer to get you inspired and help you start planning your big day!
Summer Outdoor Wedding Venue
The first thing to start with is planning your venue. Whether you are thinking of an intimate small wedding or a large fancy one, make the most of the sunny summer weather and say “I do” to an outdoor wedding venue.
When finding an outdoor wedding venue, you should ensure that the location has a plan for rainy weather. Yes, NZ does get occasional rains in summer. Choose a venue that has both outdoor and indoor options, just in case it starts to rain on your wedding day.
Wanting to host your dream outdoor wedding against a romantic and rustic lakeside backdrop? Look no further for an outdoor wedding venue than VR Rotorua Lake Resort. There’s something magical about the idyllic landscape of rolling hills and the stunning views of Lake Rotoiti here at VR Rotorua Lake Resort. Best of all, you can choose to host your wedding in either an outdoor or indoor setting.
Host your dream wedding in the beautiful 7-acre landscaped gardens in one of NZ’s most picturesque locations, with everything from food and drinks to accommodation taken care of. You and your guests will remember all the sweet memories of VR’s wedding for years to come. Prop up your altar arch wild in summer flowers and greenery with Lake Rotoiti as the backdrop. Remember to take full advantage of the nature surrounding Lake Rotoiti and Lake Rotorua offer!
Our VR Rotorua Lake Resort boasts 42 rooms for your wedding guests and offers a complimentary night’s stay in our Bridal Suite for the bride and bridesmaids to toast the bridal party and get ready on the wedding day.
Talk to our experienced wedding manager Rolando who’ll ensure every detail is taken care of and your wedding day runs smoothly.
Summer Wedding Décor
When thinking of rustic wedding ideas for summer, tables and chairs made from vintage-looking wood are always popular choices. To add a rustic feel to your outdoor wedding venue, hang some drapes from the walls and on the bride and groom’s table. And have your wedding reception under some fairy lights for a rustic and romantic end to the perfect day.
Summer Wedding Flowers
Pick summer wedding flowers for your wedding bouquet. Popular summer wedding flowers include:
- Hydrangea
- Stock
- Lisianthus
- Rose
- Oriental lily
- Carnation
We highly recommend that you match the flowers on your wedding cake and décor to the colour palette of your wedding bouquet. You could also match your bridesmaids’ dress colour to your wedding flowers for a cohesive look.
Summer Wedding Menu Ideas
When it comes to summer wedding menu ideas, it can be hard to plan. You don’t want to serve something likely to melt in hot weather or unsuitable for the guests’ dietary requirements. Seasonal foods are always easy to source and please the pickiest eaters.
We put together a list of summer wedding menu ideas for inspiration:
- Caprese skewers with a balsamic drizzle
- Sushi buffet
- Finger food
- Seafood bar
- Grazing table
- Mini ice cream cones
- Grilled skewers
- Savoury tarts
- Fresh salads
- Seasonal fruits
- And, of course, drinks and beverages!
Wedding Cake
We love using flowers and fresh summer fruits to decorate the wedding cake for summer weddings. Don’t like the cake too sweet? Skip the heavy buttercream frosting, and opt for a semi-naked cake instead. The cake can also be a one-tier white cake decorated with daisies and baby’s breath flowers.
Now that you’ve got dozens of country wedding ideas for summer, it’s time to start bringing your wedding plan together with our wondering Wedding Manager Rolando here at VR Rotorua Lake Resort. Let us take care of the wedding venue, the décor, and the reception, so you can focus on finding the perfect wedding gown and suit!