While the ceremony is the focal point of any wedding, it is the wedding reception that has taken over as the true celebration and Brides and Grooms are going to great lengths to put on the best show. For your wedding to be truly memorable, it helps to have an excellent venue for your wedding reception, but that doesn’t mean it has to be large. With imagination and some decoration skills, you can turn a small wedding venue into your dream wedding reception. The following are tips to help create that dream ambience:
Stress the importance of lighting
Whether you plan to hold your wedding reception indoors or outdoors, you need to install the right lighting fixtures. The right kind of lights will make your wedding reception venue sparkle with romance and magic. Consider researching various light installations for inspiration before contacting lighting vendors so that you can guide them to the perfect set up for your wedding style. Some savvy couples have even up-cycled old materials and turned them into lighting displays for a chic and rustic look.
While modern lighting fixtures are essential in a wedding reception venue, you should not forget a light source that has been around for hundreds of years; candles. The use of candles can bring a magical effect to a venue especially if it is an outdoor or balcony fitted venue.
Flowers and Plants
Florals have extended beyond the bouquet and have become a focal point for many wedding set ups. Gone are the days of standard flowers with new flower based styling concepts taking over including; green walls, hanging plants, plant-based light installations and vibrant flower displays. You can read more about it in our recent article on ‘2018’s top wedding flower trends’ to discover what is in this year to help tie in your dream styling.
Furniture
It’s time to ditch the plastic trestles and fold up chairs. Wedding venues are now often equiped with alternate furniture styling options. You can upgrade your look from RSL to vintage bride by simply enquiring about hiring wooden tables to replace those that come as standard. While tablecloths have been a staple in decorating for years, many looks and trends are stripping it back and focusing on raw materials and quality elements.
