No would-be-bride should leave her wedding decorations till the last moment. That is a recipe for disaster. This in fact should be relatively high on her to-do list to ensure that the props, flowers, draped fabric, balloons, and lighting complement one another in order to create a soothing yet stunning effect. If these were to be done in a hurry without much thought and planning, the end result may look out of sync.
To make a reception look grand, get fabric-covered chairs with matching linen. These can be rented. If the budget permits, why go for standard, dull banquet chairs when you can cover and transform your chairs to the color scheme that you want. Some companies use organza, sheer stripe, lamé, polyester, cotton or satin sashes that come in a multitude of colors, tied to form a bow around the chair. If you are on a budget, opt for lycra. You can have a bunch of pretty flowers inserted at the bow. As for the cake table, you may use white damask linen, sheer white skirting with a band of gold ribbon. For other main dinner tables, some brides opt for gingham, cotton, satin or silk tablecloths while others may choose lace which will have a gorgeous effect when teamed with other items like the chair cover, for instance and other table top supplies. Some of the types of laces available are Battenberg, Swiss Dot, Versailles and lattice.
One way of creating a unique and awesome effect at the reception venue, is using draped fabric for wedding decorations which is part of prop décor. Your wedding reception is guaranteed to look stunning with such décor. It can be used on windows and doorways and even covering entire walls and ceilings. Some of the materials used are chiffon, sheer gold tissue, spandex and lamé which are draped and formed over frames to create that awesome effect as these materials are not only flexible but elegant. For your information, lamé is cloth containing gold or silver threads. If you are using props such as lattice panels, arbors and columns, adding draped fabric and flowers to these items can create a stunning entrance. Normally these materials are obtained on a rental basis because of their high cost but the overall effect is worth every cent.
Oh, and you can also purchase fabric-inspired wedding cakes! Perhaps it’s time to dispense with the traditional round, three-tiered cake with white buttercream frosting. Add texture to your wedding cake; look for a cake designer who can copy the lace pattern from your dress or from any lovely fabric of your choice. Instead of round or square shaped cakes, go for asymmetrical designs. Be creative.
Another area where fabric can be used is in wedding favors. Tying them up with ribbons can make a whole lot of difference. They come in organdy, silk or velvet, chiffon, double-edged satin, gingham and tartan. You can even personalize the ribbons by having your names and wedding date printed on double-faced satin which are then repeated throughout the entire roll.
Flowers often provide an elegant traditional wedding décor. Probably, there are not many wedding receptions sans flowers. They are versatile and quite indispensable. Different types of blooms can be used in lovely arrangements for centerpieces or as cascading floral drapes. However, be careful of overzealousness when doing centerpieces. You want them to be stunning, not a hindrance to your guests who may find it difficult to interact with the others across the table. They would probably have to exercise their necks throughout the event if the centerpiece blocks their view.
For certain wedding crafts and décor, you may opt for artificial flowers, foliage, garlands and vines which can look as realistic as they can be. Blend them with the real ones and no one will be the wiser. You can also have these flowers in your bridal bouquet, which are normally made either of paper, silk, chiffon, acrylic, or dough which is ideal for cake decoration. Some florists use latex flowers in their arrangements. These flowers are of higher quality and look more realistic than their silk counterparts. Here’s an idea of how to use satin polyester silk blend rose petals. Sprinkle them over reception tables, sign-in table, or to be tossed by flower girls, or you can scent them with your favorite cologne or fragrance oil, put them in sheer organza bags and give them away as sachet favors.
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