The wedding décor may not be the most important thing at a wedding, in comparison to the ceremony, dress, music, and food, but it can contribute to the overall atmosphere and set the tone for the entire celebration. Of course, there are a lot of factors determining what that décor will look like, including the nature of the venue (beach, barn, restaurant, ballroom, garden, etc.), the theme (if there is one), and the bride’s and groom’s preferences. If you want to achieve the perfect décor for your perfect day, here are a few great ideas that both the guests and you will love and that will look great in wedding photos.
Rustic Charm
Rustic décor will not look great in a ballroom, but it can be ideal for a barn or a garden wedding. The colors are the first thing to think about. Some of the most appealing colors to use in your color palette are teaberry, celadon, champagne, sand, eggplant, orange, green, ashwood, latte, gold and tangerine. Remember that rustic wedding should include organic-looking décor, which means that not everything needs to be perfect and a lot of elements can be made at home. A few hints: wooden signs directing the guests to the ceremony, bar, etc, wild-flower centerpieces in jars, burlap chair sashes, and raffia for all sorts of decorations.
Geek-Chic
In addition to the growing popularity of all things nerdy, wedding themes inspired by science-fiction, superhero and fantasy movies, comic books and books are becoming all the rage. So, if the happy couple is a part of fan base of Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones or a similar phenomenon, why not take décor cues from them? You can have a Harry Potter guests sorting hat, name the tables after a Westeros, create centerpieces from your old Nintendo games, have a geeky cake topper, superhero inspired cocktails. Go all in with the geek-chic craziness.
Cultural Celebrations
A lot of brides and grooms decide to incorporate ethnic wedding traditions or customs into their ceremony. If you take this step, it is important to let the venue managers and decorators know, so that they can adjust the venue to your wishes. The cultural celebration package at many inclusive venues is a great example of how this can be done. Depending on your cultural background, the space can be decorated with lanterns, papel picado, Indian mandap, etc.
Bohemian Romance
Boho chic has been a wedding trend for quite some time now, especially when it comes to wedding dresses, inspiring many a mentor and muse in the bridal fashion world. As time goes by, it remains the IT theme for a love-filled, romantic venue décor. Bohemian décor is all about lace, earthy shades and pastels, wildflowers, candles, nature-inspired patterns, and let us not forget the dream catchers. This décor style is perfect for beach, garden, and barn weddings, where the setting enhances the free-spirited vibe. To truly bring this aesthetic to life, consider outdoor wedding furniture hire—think vintage lounges, wooden tables, and boho rugs that elevate the entire atmosphere and provide stylish comfort for your guests.
Art Deco Glam
Art deco is the perfectly elegant and just enough extravagant wedding décor theme, and with a ballroom stylish enough, it is simple to pull off. All you need are crystal candelabra or feathered centerpieces, ‘20s inspired welcome table (old typewriter instead of a guestbook, antique suitcase, gramophone, etc.), black-and-gold decorations, pearls and satin tables, and other glamorous Great Gatsby inspired items. A vintage cocktail bar is a must, because: “A little party never killed nobody”.
Wedding décor is one way of showing your personalities and telling a story about your love, so make sure you add some personal touches along with these charming ideas.
