11 Top Wedding Umbrellas to Buy for Your Big Day – Rain or Shine!
In this article we take a look at a selection of our favorite oh-so-cute wedding umbrellas for you and your guests. The very thought of rain on your perfectly planned wedding day could seem like a disaster. Unless you are as cute as this couple below and decide on mini umbrellas for your photos in the sun!
There are actually a few things to be said for rain on your wedding day:
- First, it is a sign of good luck. In many cultures, wedding day rain is said to bring good luck and represents things like fertility, cleansing, unity, renewal and tears.
- Secondly, rain can be used to your advantage! An experienced all-weather photographer can capture gorgeous artistic photos with rain drops – really quite a stunning effect. You can also have a little fun with umbrellas props during photo sessions.
- Finally, it rained on my wedding day – luckily only in the wee hours of the morning – so you will be in good company if you do get rain for your day! 😀
We have scoured our back catalogue of real weddings along with our bookmark favs to share cute wedding umbrellas you can have on hand come rain or shine.
1. Clear Wedding Umbrellas
When I think of a wedding in a place like California, I usually don’t associate the word rain. Seattle on the other hand …
A wedding day shower can happen no matter where you live. Less so if you plan an elopement or destination wedding to Marseille in the south of France – one of the sunniest places in Europe!
If the weather reporter says that this fall, winter, or spring season is going to be a bit wetter than usualy, make sure to plan ahead by purchasing a few classy clear umbrellas (like below). In fact, you can see that the real wedding couple below even bought wedding umbrellas for their bridesmaids. I love the fun photos that capture a intimate newlywed moments!
- CLEAR STYLISH BUBBLE UMBRELLA: Waterproof clear canopy for maximum rain coverage and see through visibility
- WINDPROOF AND RAINPROOF: With 51” canopy, you’ll be protected from the wind and the rain so hair and clothes stay dry.Full Arc length is 51 inches when open.
- LIGHTWEIGHT CONSTRUCTION: Aluminum shaft offers a lightweight design with comfortable acrylic matte silver finish handle
- EASY AND DURABLE. Care instructions: Leave open to dry. Wipe clean with a damp cloth
- This Umbrella ships with a white non-stick protection powder. For the best result, clean/ wipe with a damp cloth before use.
Last update on 2023-09-27 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
2. White Wedding Umbrellas
Purchase a bulk pack of white wedding umbrellas for both your ceremony and reception areas.
Mother Nature can be temperamental at times. If she decides to change course and rain down upon your guests, at least they will stay somewhat dry. Although, I can foresee a scene that entails an all-out race to the woman’s bathroom in order to fix hair and makeup!
- 51" Umbrella Span
- Manual Open
- White Color
- Wooden Style Handle
- Manufactured by Anderson Umbrella
Last update on 2023-09-27 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
3. Match Your Wedding Colors
Clear umbrellas are perfect because you can hide underneath while still capturing great photos. Why not incorporate your wedding colors with a clear umbrella? A colored trim adds a bit of pop.
- Clear Bubble Rain Umbrella
- Constructed with a Resistant Vinyl Canopy and Reinforced Steel Ribs
- Windproof Umbrella
- 35-in. Long Steel Sword Pole with Durable Plastic Hook Handle.
- 100% EVA Plastic
Last update on 2023-09-27 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
4. Pagoda Parasol
A pagoda parasol adds a little Asian flare to your wedding day. Nowadays, these elegant looking pagoda shaped umbrellas are popping up more frequently. They still charm mainly as fashion umbrellas with their distinctive curved contours and pointed tops — so don’t plan to use them for any heavy rain!
I can see how they would not be to certain bridal tastes or styles, yet I think they are quite pretty with their unique shape.
Pagoda parasols come in many different colors, which means you can match and match to your overall wedding colors and vibe.
- ☔【DURABLE MATERIAL】:This sunshade umbrella is made of highly waterproof 210T Pongee Fabric,16 metal skeleton and strong metal ribs,lightweight but strong and durable to resist the rain and wind.
- ☔【PRODUCT DIMENSION】:The size of parasol stick umbrella is 36 inches round, folded about 35 inches,enough for one person or two persons walking side by side.
- ☔【ELEGANT&CLASSICAL DESIGN】:This classical umbrella features a peaked pagoda shape in old fashionable,design with a leather curved handle,full of classical elegance and romanticism,the best choice for your unique wedding...
- ☔【NON-AUTOMATIC】:To open this sunshade umbrella,you have to hold the stick umbrella with fashion leather hooked handle and push up,solid and stable but flexible,very smooth opening up.
- ☔【MULTIFUNCTION】:This classic stick umbrella is designed to protects you from downpours and UV rays alike. More than this, it can be used to wedding, beach, party, photography,decorate patio, garden and home.The colors are...
Last update on 2023-09-27 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
5. Mismatched Ruffle Parasol
Rather than mismatched bridesmaids dresses, why not mismatch your bridal accessories with an assortment of sweet, feminine, ruffle parasols.
- Special occasion umbrella with ruffle detail provides dressed up rain protection perfect for weddings, parties, graduations and more
- Classic crook handle for a secure grip and timeless style
- Opens automatically with the touch of a button. Made of synthetic materials
- Canopy Size: 45-inches; stands 36-inches when closed. Care instructions: Leave open to dry. Wipe clean with a damp
- EASY AND DURABLE: 37 x 52 x 37 dimensions. Care instructions: Leave open to dry. Wipe clean with a damp cloth
Last update on 2023-09-27 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
6. Windproof Umbrellas
Who said you can’t wear black on your wedding day?
Okay, so technically you won’t be wearing black if you decide this highly rated windproof umbrella will do just the trick. The contrasting dark umbrella with white wedding gown can make for some pretty photographs.
The umbrella is rated for 46 MPH storm weather. Although, with wind at 46 miles per hour or more, do you really want to be standing outside on your wedding day? Let’s be honest, at that wind speed I’m not sure your hair will stay in place for you to take too many frame-worthy pics … just sayin’
Last update on 2023-09-27 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
7. Polka Dot Umbrellas
If a black umbrella is too sullen for your joyous occassion, lighten up the mood with some fun white polka dots!
Last update on 2023-09-28 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
8. Lace Parasol for Weddings
A warning with number seven on our list: a lace parasol is not going to keep you dry at all!
Thank you Ms. Obvious.
Vintage, lace, and 100% wedding worthy – the Battenburg Lace parasol are just too pretty not to add to my list. I would say this parasol is perfect as a sunny afternoon bridal accessory (see below).
- lace umbrella wedding dress parasol
- Victorian Dress
- wedding party decoration favor
- Size:approx.30"(76cm) across when open 26" (66CM) long when closed
- It's great for wedding bridal party decoration,photo props etc.NOT for rain-proof
Last update on 2023-09-27 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
9. Heart Shaped Umbrella
I love a good geometric shaped wedding object – hearts even more so! If choosing classic white is more appropriate for your wedding day, this fun heart shaped umbrella makes a nice addition.
Last update on 2023-09-27 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
10. Umbrella Photo Props
Another option is to use umbrellas or parasols as photo props at your wedding. A paper parasol with “Just Married” written on it can make for a unique accessory. This is definitely a sunshine only umbrella not to be used in the rain!
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11. Umbrellas for Wedding Guests
Depending on the weather, it is always a good idea to provide guests with parasols for shade from the sun or umbrellas to protect them from the rain. Here are a few ideas to keep your guests happy during any wedding weather mishaps.
A gift that keeps on giving. Offer your wedding guests a pretty paper parasol to protect themselves in the heat of the sun. The parasol can double as a wedding favor that guests can take home and cherish.
Like Getting Caught in the Rain?
Jimmy Buffet may have said it best. And yes, we think the following should be included on a wedding day:
- Pina Coladas
- The feel of the ocean
- The taste of champagne
- Making love at midnight
Make sure that you don’t get caught in the rain without a wedding umbrella, especially if you are planning to host a wedding anywhere on the Westcoast (Washington State, Oregon, British Columbia), Ireland, the UK, or in a climate that is known to have a shower or two.
Purchase a classy umbrella ahead of time just in case your wedding day decides to bring you a sprinkle of good luck.
Meredith
Despite her dreamy wedding blogger lifestyle, Meredith's day job is running ClassicVeils.com and a full-time mom to an active toddler. If she could, Meredith would spend her days taking cruises, helping animals in need, and watching Big Brother!
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I have been looking for parasols just like the ones you have pictured above to give as wedding favors this June and I can’t find any! The link you have supplied does not have any similar to these. Any idea where I could find some??
Hey Gretchen, I’ve updated the link in the post and it should work now!
Really useful article! I couldn’t agree more about clear umbrellas, they’re the best to ensure great quality pictures.