Summer is the most popular time of year to tie the knot; warm weather, sunshine and blue skies – what more could any happy couple want on their wedding day? From deck-chairs to floral headpieces, this is why we love summer weddings!

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Beach weddings

We love a relaxed yet romantic beach wedding. What better way to tie the knot than with the sand between your toes and the sea as your backdrop for photographs. Plus, you can’t do this in England at any other time of year…

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Ice cream delight

It’s a great excuse to hire an ice cream van for your wedding day – happy children and happy adults all round!

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Flowers in her hair

Replacing traditional tiaras with gorgeous flower headpieces is one of the hottest trends of 2015. Match your headpiece to your bouquet and you’re a summer goddess!

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Beach themes

Deck chairs are the perfect way for your guests to put their feet up during your wedding reception and fit in with seaside themed weddings perfectly. Fish and chips anyone?

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Colourful flowers

Having a summer wedding means you can treat yourself to a colourful, vibrant bouquet – even if the sun’s not shining your bouquet will!

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It’s all fun and games

Keep your guests entertained with a selection of fun lawn games and races. Make sure you have a mixture of games that will keep both the adults and children happy.

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Sunnies

Sunglasses are a fab wedding favour idea – mix it up with different colours and have special ones for you and your hubby-to-be!

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 Hopefully you won’t need these…

If you’re wedding is based outside it’s vital that you have a back-up plan for rainy weather – you don’t want to be caught out and it’s best to avoid the stress on the big day!

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If you loved this and are planning a gorgeous summer wedding, then check out these 9 decorations perfect for any summer wedding!