What to Do If It Rains on Your Wedding Day

The Ultimate Rainy-Day Wedding Guide

Rain in the forecast for your big day? Don’t panic. A rainy-day wedding may or may not be the definition of irony, but it can actually make your celebration more magical, memorable, and photogenic—as long as you come prepared. From stylish umbrellas to creative planning tips, SHED RAIN has everything you’ll need to weather the storm with grace and style.

Here’s what to do if it rains on your wedding day—and how to turn potential stress into stunning moments.

1. Embrace the Romance of Rain

Rain on your wedding day is often considered a sign of good luck, symbolizing cleansing, renewal, and the promise of a long-lasting marriage. And let’s be honest, few things are more romantic than sharing your first kiss as newlyweds under a beautiful umbrella, surrounded by soft raindrops and moody skies.

Pro Tip: Coordinate your umbrella with your wedding color palette for a chic, cohesive look. We offer every color umbrella imaginable, including elegant clear, white, and color-trimmed bubble umbrellas perfect for the brides, grooms, wedding parties, and guests.

2. Plan Ahead with Stylish, Functional Umbrellas

As the saying goes: Hope for the best, plan for the rest. Arrive prepared with high-quality rain umbrellas for yourself, your wedding party, and your guests. Here are some specific tips on what to look for in wedding-day umbrellas:

  • Windproof and waterproof
  • Large enough for couples or gowns
  • Photogenic for wedding portraits
  • UV-protective for outdoor ceremonies

SHED RAIN offers premium wedding umbrellas designed for performance and style, including clear dome umbrellas, bubble umbrellas for brides, and compact umbrellas for guests that are a perfect fit in gift bags.

3. Have a Rainy-Day Wedding Backup Plan

Whether your ceremony is outdoors or partially covered, create a rain contingency plan with your venue or planner.

Questions to ask your venue or wedding planner in case of rain:

  • Is there a covered or indoor option?
  • Are tents or canopies allowed?
  • Can flooring be laid down to protect gowns and shoes?

Communicate the plan clearly to guests in your wedding program or via your wedding website.

4. Turn Rain Into a Creative Photo Opportunity

Some of the most beautiful wedding photos happen in the rain. Misty air, puddle reflections, and umbrella silhouettes can transform your wedding album into something cinematic and unique. Let your photographer know rain is in the forecast and bring props like:

  • Clear umbrellas (so faces still show)
  • Coordinated umbrellas for the bridal party
  • Rain boots or waterproof accessories

Don’t forget: Our SHED RAIN clear umbrellas are a favorite of wedding photographers for a reason—they let light in and keep your glam intact.


Photo features Auto Open 52" Arc Bubble Umbrella with Clear Crook Handle

5. Keep Your Wedding Party and Guests Comfortable and Dry

If you're having an outdoor ceremony or reception, plan ahead for everyone involved:

  • Offer complimentary umbrellas at the entrance (we can help with this one)
  • Set up a rain gear station with ponchos, towels, and even waterproof accessory bags
  • Rent a tent or canopy if weather is unpredictable

A thoughtful touch like matching umbrellas in your wedding theme color not only keeps everyone dry, but adds unique and dramatic flare to photos.

6. Pack a Rainy-Day Wedding Emergency Kit

Prepare for the weather with essentials like:

  • Blotting papers and waterproof makeup
  • Travel-size hairspray
  • Towels or clothes to dry shoes/dresses
  • Extra umbrellas
  • Shoe covers or booties

And of course, include a compact, wind-resistant SHED RAIN umbrella in your bridal emergency kit—just in case.

7. Stay Positive—Rain Can’t Ruin Your Day

Your wedding is about love, not the weather. A rainy forecast might lead to some last-minute adjustments, but it doesn’t mean your day will be any less special. In fact, some couples say the unexpected weather brought their families closer and created unforgettable memories.

So lean into it. Laugh in the rain. Dance under an umbrella. And remember, SHED RAIN is here to help make rainy wedding days not just manageable—but beautiful.

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From clear umbrellas for brides to coordinated groomsmen umbrellas and windproof guest umbrellas, SHED RAIN has all your wedding day rain gear needs.


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We're here to make sure your rainy-day wedding is the most unforgettable kind of beautiful.