As an event, what makes the wedding ceremony really standout is the amount of minute detail that is put into it. The subtly added delights are usually the most painstaking albeit rewarding parts of planning the event. An easy way to add that unique accent is to incorporate personalized wedding ribbons. These thin bands of flexible material can be ordered with customised type and designs based on the wedding theme.
There is nothing remarkably groundbreaking about this concept. Adding typed details to the ribbons used for the wedding is a popular practice due to the boundless amount of creativity and customization it allows. The use of these ribbons are endless, from the more obvious such as tying up or decorating wedding favours to the more subtle such as attaching bows to the pews in the chapel, or tying the ribbon on table legs or door handles.
A general advice for using these ribbons is to tie them or attach them to any surface possible. This includes champagne bottles, wine flutes, candles, individual place card holders, and even on the wedding cake and knife. As an article of decoration, they can be strung around the reception area, particularly in an outdoor setting, to ignite a celebratory mood in the air.
The wired versions are ideal for making large and elaborate bows. These can be part of table pieces and also be used for flower arrangements. When using a rented space or hall such as hotel ballrooms, consider tying the personalized wedding ribbons to chairs and other important furniture days before the actual reception in order to prevent other parties from using these essential items for their events instead.
Personalization can be quite pricey for wedding favours. Sometimes, it is also difficult to get a customized version of the favour without cheapening the design. Most companies care more about showcasing their products rather than their design expertise. It also becomes tricky when more than one type of item is to be given as a wedding favour, which means a larger chunk of the budget needs to be allocated for customizing all the items. A simpler and more economical answer is to wrap the favours and use the specialized ribbons to tie it together. This will ensure a significant amount of uniqueness and character to the favours. Although it may sound trivial, it does make the gift more memorable and special to the guests.
When the wedding ceremony and reception is over, the ribbons should not be put away just yet. Tie them to ‘Thank You’ cards before sending them off to your guests as a quick reference point, so that your token of appreciation is not mistakenly thrown into the trash. Remember to save some of it for the wedding album or scrapbook to make it into a great memento of the wonderful day. Still on a wedding high and not ashamed to show it? Try decorating the car or your bags with the ribbons, so that everyone from the reception all the way to your honeymoon destination will know loud and clear that you and your spouse are off the market.
Before purchasing the personalised ribbons there are some important things to consider. It is important that the chosen ribbons work well with the overall theme. The concept behind the ceremony and reception should be taken into account when choosing the colour, material and type of ribbon to be used. Plan ahead the text for the ribbon including the type (whether script or block) and also the size.
While ribbon colours come in a wide variety, the material used is limited to a few such as satin, sheer, organza or cotton. Some ribbons may also come in different lengths and widths, which should be noted.
Other than price, it is also important to think about other customization options available such as the colour of the print, the number of characters allowed, whether printing is allowed on one side or both, and also whether motifs and symbols are available for printing. Finally, remember to check out discounts on bulk purchases and examine any free sample when and if available.
Ensure that the wedding decorations are not excessive, as this will end up making the whole affair look not only messy but also overtly chintzy. As with every other aspect of the wedding preparations, when in doubt, consult others or a professional. However, do not be afraid to experiment!
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