When newly engaged ladies, and sometimes men, think décor
and theming their minds often run away with outlandish, expensive ideas. This
is part of the TBM (temporary bridezilla mode, for those who missed our first
post.) Cinderella-esque balls pop into our minds, with ribbons trailing behind
that horse drawn carriage with the elegant sign announcing your marriage but
then swoops in the bird of reality – you don’t even LIKE carriages, or horses
for that matter. WHAT are you going to do?!
With décor, theming and colours the easiest way to approach
the matter is really consider what suits you and your partner. What’s your
wardrobe like or your home décor? Soft pastels or bold reds and yellows; warm
earth undertones with hints of green? Or are you the sky blue type with soft,
fluffy clouds sponged along your horizon? Use the pieces that surround you to
inspire the direction you take. Use a ‘happy’ place as
inspiration. Open meadows, beaches, the ocean. Include your lifestyle into your
day.
In one of Rebecca’s assessments her ‘client’ was very eco-focused and against the industrial age. This opened up different avenues and opportunities to step right outside the square. Natural elements, to reflect the couple’s lifestyle choices, were pulled not only into their colour scheme (earthy warm tones, soft golden sunset lighting and features of emerald green) but into the theming and decoration of their event.
The chandelier centrepiece falling from the marquee’s ivory ceiling drapery was the main attraction at the reception. Hickory branches were used to create an elegant, timeless nature inspired chandelier which was draped with lush green ivy and fairy lights which were fuelled by the garden venue’s solar power. Candles made from organic recycled materials lit the scene on the tables in frosted recycled mason jars. White, green and lavender wildflowers and spring blossoms poured over the edge of rustic wooden pails placed on each table, accentuated by the grass floor of the marquee and the rustic wooden chairs at each table.
In one of Rebecca’s assessments her ‘client’ was very eco-focused and against the industrial age. This opened up different avenues and opportunities to step right outside the square. Natural elements, to reflect the couple’s lifestyle choices, were pulled not only into their colour scheme (earthy warm tones, soft golden sunset lighting and features of emerald green) but into the theming and decoration of their event.
The chandelier centrepiece falling from the marquee’s ivory ceiling drapery was the main attraction at the reception. Hickory branches were used to create an elegant, timeless nature inspired chandelier which was draped with lush green ivy and fairy lights which were fuelled by the garden venue’s solar power. Candles made from organic recycled materials lit the scene on the tables in frosted recycled mason jars. White, green and lavender wildflowers and spring blossoms poured over the edge of rustic wooden pails placed on each table, accentuated by the grass floor of the marquee and the rustic wooden chairs at each table.
The decoration inspiration was drawn from the most obvious
choices of their lifestyle and spread into the decoration of the cake, the
colours for the invites and finally the choices for the bridesmaid dress and
inspiration for hair and makeup – minimalist and natural.
So if you’re puzzled what direction to head, really sit down and examine your surroundings and look at the things you find. Do you love clean lines and deep, romantic colours? Are you a traditional roses type of person or are you dazzled by hot purple vanda orchids? Focus on what makes both of you who you are, and bring that into your day so your guests truly remember who they are there celebrating.
We can’t tell you what to do when it comes to your décor, but we can certainly help and give a few suggestions. If you’re struggling for a direction to take, feel free to email or even call and we’ll help you narrow down some clearer options at no charge.
Our first word of advice – make a pinterest account! Search through the wedding inspiration boards. You will find ideas you had never even dreamt of (unless you’ve hired a planner, of course ;])
On our next post later this evening we’ll feature some unusual ideas with theming and decorating to start your inspiration train taken right from pinterest, to show you the wealth of information waiting to be found.
Stay inspired!
Way to Wed.
P.S. Amazing decoration doesn't always need a theme. This is another place a planner is helpful.
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