Summers are the perfect season for an outdoor wedding, but achieving the perfect lighting can sometimes be problematic. Lighting has so many uses, not only for ambiance and Insta worthy photos, but can also be incorporated with entertainment! Like a personal fireworks display for you and your guests, or an exciting fire dancer show. Illuminate your wedding with these dazzling ideas, it’ll be sure to make your nuptials radiant!

1. Lit Tent

Brighten your reception with a lit tent! It’ll be like having a party under your very own stars!

Kerry Bartlett Photography

Valentina Glideen Fine Art Photography

Hi Miss Puff

2. Sparkling Arbor

Say your “I do’s” under a gorgeous illuminated arbor!

Anna K Photography

3. Lanterns

Make the night sky glow with floating lights! Think Tangled and at last you’ll see the light…

Beyond the Dark Room Photography

4. Candles

Light up the aisle or reception table with soft lit candles; it’ll provide the perfect romantic ambiance for your nuptials!

Bob & Dawn Davis Photography

Josh Elliott Photography

Style My Pretty

5. Chandeliers

Have a beautiful hanging chandelier elegantly dazzle at your reception!

Lane Dittoe

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6. Bonfire

If you’re having an outdoor wedding, consider having a bonfire to not only make your reception glow, but to also warm up your chilly guests!

Colin Cowie Celebrations

Deer Pearl Flowers

7. Paper lanterns

These lanterns both look fun and are great for illuminating your reception with a soft glow!

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8. Hanging Light Bulbs

These hanging centerpieces will literally have your wedding dripping in lights.

Nastja Kovacec

Studio Impressions Photography