by Veronika Lazabal
So you’ve found the perfect wedding venue, and now you’re determined to make sure that your guests are as dazzled by the venue as you were…of course. The key is to create a completely unique space that not only showcases your incredible sense of style, but also makes the most of the features found at the venue itself. But, you don’t have to go overboard on decorating or styling the venue. All it takes is a little vision and some simple quick fixes.
Here are our top three simple style tips for decorating your venue, and amping up your wedding.
Tip #1: Shop for the Venue with Your Color Scheme in Mind
When shopping for a venue, keep your color scheme in mind… a lot of brides decide on a location—only to realize too late that the carpet or wall color clash horribly with there desired wedding colors! Here are a few more ideas on making your wedding venue shine:
Tip #2: Make an Entrance
Wow your guests from the time of their arrival by making sure that their first impression of your wedding venue is a stand out. If your chosen location has a long driveway or entrance, try lining it with luminaries, candles, or twinkle light lit topiaries to guide friends and family to your reception.
And here’s a decorating idea that will add some drama to your grand entrance: forgo traditional low lying floral centerpieces at the entry for silver candelabras filled with flowers. Then scatter candlelight throughout the entry way. Dim the lights and light the room via flickering candlelight as your guests take their seats. Then, as the DJ announces the new Mr. and Mrs., turn up the house lights and let the party begin.
Tip #3: Beautiful Illusion
If you’re not thrilled with a certain aspect of your reception hall, don’t sweat it… disguise it! Chipped wall paint disappears underneath draped yards of dreamy fabric, and stone pillars and staircases become stunning focal points with the addition of wound organza, fairy lights, or trailing ivy.
And here’s a great way to save a little cash without sacrificing style: take advantage of the free basic table cloths offered by your venue, and rent sheer toppers in your wedding colors to bolster the look.
It’s often the little things that have the biggest impact on wedding reception décor. Don’t neglect the details, and your night should come together beautifully.
