Rain, hail or shine

Brides around the country are shaking at the knees, they're lying awake at night not getting their beauty sleep and resorting to fattening hot chocolates! All this, because the weatherman is shaking things up and keeping us guessing. It is a fact - the climate is completely unpredictable it seems and we must all be prepared for anything, no matter what season your wedding is planned for.
If you are prepared for rain, hail or shine then you won't fall victim to wakeful nights and ugly bridezilladom. Here are some tips you may like to run your eyes over to ensure you are able to roll with punches.

• If you are having your ceremony at an outside location, either have some tarpaulins ready to go (you can get some wedding appropriate ones) or check with the reception venue to see if they have any under-cover or inside areas you can use in a weather emergency.
• Organise a wet weather plan with your photographer - they will usually have some good ideas, especially if they know the area well.
• Many transport companies offer a red carpet service. Now, you may find this a bit over-the-top - but it's a good option to keep your dress clean when the ground is muddy and wet.
• Accessorize yourself and your bridesmaids. Check out these funky and quirky gumboots and umbrellas - ideal for making a statement.

If you have all of these points covered you won't stress a bit! Also, keep in mind that on the day you will be filled with so much emotion that you probably won't even notice it's raining.