Summer weddings are gorgeous, but they aren’t your only option. You can save money and enjoy stunning natural scenery by planning your wedding for the fall. After all, what’s a prettier backdrop for your wedding photos than the changing leaves? And they’re free of charge!

Here are 10 rules to keep in mind if you’re planning a fall wedding….

1. Go bigger with the dress.

Summer gowns tend to be lighter and more streamlined, but if you’re planning a wedding after Labor Day, you can get away with being a bit more dramatic — like recent fall bride Anne Hathaway (see her custom-made Valentino gown here!). In fact, according to The Telegraph, big dresses are back in a big way!