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Skipping the white wedding dress is one thing. Skipping the dress altogether is quite another - and I don’t mean “wearing pants.” As you can well imagine, planning a nudist wedding has a unique set of challenges, but if you’re committed to your nudist lifestyle, or if your dream is to have a really different walk down the aisle, just face the obstacles head on and stick to your decision. Unless both you and your betrothed come from a long line of nudists, expect a multitude of hang-ups to have a profound effect on your potential wedding party and guest list. When you’re both certain a nudist wedding is what you want, and you can handle the consequences, go all out! Here are some tips and suggestions for the novice nudist to help you plan:

Make it abundantly clear on your invitations that you’re having a nudist wedding. (Remember Aunt Beulah’s bad heart…) Permit your attendants and guests to come with or without clothing as long as they are not passing judgment on your or any of your nude attendants and guests.
Remember - even if clothing is optional, there’s no guarantee all your family and friends will attend or agree to be in your wedding party. Some will be offended, some will find it funny and some will truly admire your choice. It’s best not to invite people who don’t know you well. Prepare for a small wedding.
Don’t invite children. If you invite a single person, don’t feel compelled to include “and guest” on the invitation.
If you want an outdoor wedding, pick a location that’s warm and private.
Research venues for your wedding ceremony and reception. Find a place that accommodates both the ceremony and the reception so you won’t have to worry about transportation from one place to another. A venue that caters to only one wedding at a time is best. Make sure the staff is comfortable with nudity. (You don’t want hot soup spilled in anyone’s lap!) Consider a nearby nudist colony (there are some gorgeous nudist resorts!) or a nudist church (yes, they do exist!)
Hire a photographer who has experience with nudes. Ask for examples of his or her work. Make sure the photographer and/or videographer will be trustworthy, respectful and comfortable in your setting. Depend on your guests to provide the candid shots by placing disposable, pink cameras on your reception tables. Trust me - everyone will want copies of your wedding album.
How to handle erections? Try not to. Hopefully they’ll go away on their own. Seriously - have towels or some type of cover-up available on the chair backs or somewhere else nearby. It’s incumbent upon you to make sure your guests are not put in an embarrassing spot. Remember - you’re putting the “barrass” in “embarrassing.”
Have fun at your wedding. Wear a veil. Wear a garter. Tape a boutonničre to your chest. Dance your first dance to Avril Lavigne’s Naked (Excerpt from lyrics: “I’m naked around you, and it feels so right.” If you’re uptight, your guests will notice, and it will defeat the entire purpose of your choice.
Give your guests a meaningful memento of your (and their) unforgettable event. There are adorable wedding favors that your guests will love taking home, like “The Perfect Pair” Pear Kitchen Timer. How about the “Cocktails, Anyone?” Martini Glass Gel Candle? Fill the “Unexpected Treasures” Favor Tin with your favorite goodie.
Clearly, you believe that the naked human body is to be accepted, respected, cherished and enjoyed. You believe it is not inherently shameful, corrupting, degrading or dangerous and, most important, you’re comfortable with your naked bodies regardless of size, shape and unique attributes. Otherwise, you wouldn’t even be considering a nudist wedding. At the same time, resist making a political statement. Weddings are happy events, full of life, love and fun - with a good time had by all. And that’s the naked truth!