Beach weddings are casual and are very enjoyable. The time of tide has to be known in advance to avoid problems and if there are elders in the guest list a lot of care has to be provided. Beach weddings can be of the destination type and much is at ease as there are planners and hotels that provide all the amenities needed for a formal or casual wedding. Beach weddings require detailed planning in terms of attire, food, games, nuptials, guest comfort and timing.
Sands are romantic yet not very pleasant to people who are sensitive to climate especially the elderly. In case the theme is utterly causal and goes with bare feet then the same has to be communicated to all. It is important to shift to a shaded venue after the wedding. The bride and the groom have to indulge in a elaborate spa treatment related to grooming and also pedicure and manicure. The chapped lips and cracked feet are very much noticeable and also captured by the camera and hence it is important to have a neat look.
Beach weddings have minimum accessories. This can be in pearls and it is best to avoid stones. A small diamond or solitaire would just be fine but being minimal will add to the natural beauty. The make up need not be loud but easy on the skin. The foundation and base cream must be carefully layered to ease the creases and not cake up as the wind is breezy on the sands. Hair can have a side butterfly or sea shell clasp or simple curls or permed fashion.
In case the event still remains formal and there is a reception party at the nearby beach hotel, then one can still have a short formal evening dress in violet or mauve along with a high waist and a big bow behind. Men can have a simple formal suit with a good coordination in tie, shoes and belts. Tuxedoes will tend to make the occasion formal. The formality can be altered with interesting games and interactive thank you notes so that the beach atmosphere livens up.
Footwear for beach weddings can go from formal, barefoot and also flip flops. All depends on the mood designed for the weddings. For photos and videos it is fine to pose with formal white shoes which do not have much of embellishments. A simple low heeled shoe will also be easy on the feet as walking on the sand is not easy. Flip flops would be perfect for the swim suit or sarong look and these come in designs like the water animals or water greenery. The basic idea is to be casual and enjoy the wedding.