Rain has a bad reputation as a wedding day nightmare. And we’ll admit it – the Great British weather is not totally reliable! But rain shouldn't hold you back from a special wedding day. Here are some ideas to beat the wet weather!

Sunny Stationery

The sky may be grey, but your venue doesn't have to be dull! Make up for the clouds with some warm, colourful statement stationery. The great thing about bright decorations is that they'll stand out on a rainy day, but still look perfectly fitting if the  sun decides to come out.

Featured Design: 'Summer Hearts and Pom Poms Order of Service Concertina, Favour Tag, Drink Tokens, and Confetti'

Brave the Rain

More and more couples are falling for the romance of a rainy day! If you want an outdoor wedding, but see clouds on the horizon, embrace the showers! Choose some cute umbrellas that match your colour scheme or wedding theme. Companies like Jollybrolly have lots of fetching umbrellas for you and your wedding party. Just look at these fabulous frills!

Wedding wellies are also becoming popular - there's a lot of choice nowadays when it comes to glamorous yet practical boots. Check out these stunning Evercreatures wellies!

Provide some blankets for your guests so they can stay cosy while listening to the lovely sound of the rain. This trend is also great for a bohemian wedding outdoors, where the party usually lasts until the cool evening air arrives.

Featured Design: 'English Country Garden Arrow Wedding Sign'

Rain-Proof Entertainment

If you had your heart set on fireworks before you heard the weather forecast, don't despair! Indoor firework displays make a stunning and memorable alternative that will wow your guests.

Caricaturists are always a hit at weddings! Let each guest take their portrait home for a unique and personal wedding favour. This is perfect entertainment for an indoor reception!

Dancing to a live band is a great way to keep everyone entertained - and they'll soon forget about the cold weather! There are plenty of musicians and DJ's to suit any taste in music; focus on a genre you both love, or hire someone who can perform a mix of styles to keep everyone happy.