Rain On Your Wedding Day May Not Be As Bad As It Sounds

Unique couple in masks pose for a moody wedding photoshoot in nature

As your outdoor wedding grows nearer and nearer, you'll undoubtedly find yourself scrolling the weather app to see exactly what Mother Nature has planned for your nuptials. Well, we're here to tell you that as scary as that little raindrop graphic may seem, it's really not all that bad. Ask this couple, they'll tell you that a little rain on their wedding day actually added to the ambiance. For their moody fall wedding, they already had a few Halloween-themed surprises up their sleeve, but it's the stormy skies that ended up making their photos all the more epic.

Bishop Farmstead is a lovely barn venue located on acres of farmland and the beautiful red color worked perfectly with their fall color palette. Aside from the stunning bouquets and ceremony arrangements, Tame Florals made sure that everyone felt special on this happy day, including the honored alpaca guests. The photographer, Bryan Weber was more excited than nervous when he saw the clouds rolling in. Together with the couple, he ran into the storm to capture some of the coolest photos we've seen yet. Keep reading to hear more from Bryan Weber and make sure to check out the full gallery to see all of the photos from this wedding!

Wedding invitation design with rings and floral arrangement

Red wedding shoes with engagement ring and floral details

Elegant masks, earrings, and sunbursts on a rustic wooden surface

Bride in mirror wearing flower crown, preparing for wedding day

Bohemian bride in a field with colorful flowers wedding theme

Bride surprises bridesmaids with a beautiful reveal in garden setting

Bride touching grooms shoulder during their wedding day first look

Bride and groom share a loving kiss on wedding day with floral crown

A STORMY START

Wedding photo with alpacas wearing floral garlands on a sunny day

Ready for a wedding with style, passion, and flair? Jess and Brett had a unique and creative vision for their rustic wedding at Bishop Farmstead in South Jersey and executed it perfectly. From the bride’s signature bright red lips and voluminous hair, styled by Lauren Fletcher and Dana Bosco, to her classy Catherine Deane "Lita" gown, Jess was a stunning bride! Tame Florals masterfully brought vibrant colors to the day with their lavish decorations and Jess’s gorgeous flower crown and bouquet. Brett in his brown three-piece tweed suit from Abitto and his crimson tie from Daisy And Oak Studio was the perfect complement to Jess’s red accents. Bryan Weber Photography artfully captured all the color, style, and unique moments of this magical fall wedding. After a series of first looks with her bridesmaids, father, and soon-to-husband, Jess and Brett took some time alone for some intimate portraits. Later during wedding party photos, the most incredible stormy clouds rolled in overhead and the couple and their crew quickly added the masquerade masks they had brought while Bryan Weber created some truly epic images utilizing the storm. Despite their ominous appearance, the clouds passed by with barely a drop!

A joyful ring bearer and groomsman share a moment at an outdoor wedding

Bride walking down the aisle with her father at outdoor wedding

Newlyweds share a kiss under a wooden wedding arbor during ceremony

Newlyweds walk down the aisle with a wedding audience clapping

Wedding with alpaca; bride and groom with beautiful flower bouquet

Newlyweds holding hands in a field on a beautiful wedding day

Wedding couple kisses beside a vintage green VW bus

Wedding party poses under dramatic, dark storm clouds

Happy wedding couple with colorful smoke grenades celebration

A HALLOWEEN DANCE PARTY

Rustic wedding reception setup with floral arrangements and pumpkins

After a very smooth and relaxed start to the day, the ceremony began with an unusual processional led by two alpacas! The guests were cracking up at this unexpected surprise. Jess and Brett had a sweet and emotional ceremony, tearing up as they read the heartfelt vows they had written for each other. Afterward, they got some more time with their alpaca guests (Jess absolutely loves farm animals) and took some additional portraits utilizing Bishop Farmstead’s big red barn. Cocktail hour featured the vintage VW Metro Photo Bus and delicious food from Jeffrey A. Miller Catering. During the reception, Jess entered in style, dressed in a whole new series of details (celestial-inspired jewelry, a custom crown from Batcakes Couture, shoes by Roni Kantor, and a gorgeous green and gold negligee from Talulah Blue Burlesque). After their first dance and parent dances, Jess and Brett got all their guests to don masks for a Halloween dance! Bishop Farmstead was the perfect setting for the rest of the night as Jess, Brett, and their guests ate, drank, talked, and danced the night away.

Rustic three-tiered wedding cake with flowers and pumpkin decor

Elegant wedding reception tables set in a rustic barn venue

ADVICE FROM A PRO

Couple in a rustic barn, softly lit, looking at the ceremony

1. Be flexible and stay calm so you can focus on having fun and enjoying your day, no matter what happens!

2. Hire a photographer who can adapt to different circumstances and lighting conditions. Weather is the number one variable you can't control and all conditions can make for great photographs!

3. Work with boutiques and independent designers to shape your unique wedding style.

Wedding couple shares a happy moment, dancing the night away together