It's All In The Details

When deciding what is most important for décor at your reception, remember that the table is the main star in the room. First begin with your linens. A textured linen with color is visually inviting and automatically adds character to your table.

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Second are your chairs. Whatever you do, do not us e the traditional banquet chairs without chair covers . You will be amazed at the difference a chair cover, wooden folded chairs, or chiavari chairs can make to the overall look of your reception. Currently our favorite chair design are the Chameleon Chairs which we blogged about in a previous post. The Third most important element of your overall design scheme is lighting. Brides are usually apprehensive about this cost, but one they see the difference lighting makes to their event they are amazed and have to have it. Surprisingly, this is a very affordable option to add extra character to your fantasy affair. This includes uplighting, gobo designs, pin spotting and candle light. I personally love candles and believe that candle light is quintessential in creating a romantic ambiance, something I try to incorporate in all my designs.

Fourth, and don't be mad floral designers, but flowers are not the most important element of a tabletop design. I have noticed that many of my Brides are not as interested in floral centerpieces as they once were, but are now more interested in centerpieces that tell a story or relate to the theme of their wedding. Floating candles in tinted water are also very popular.

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The fifth element to tabletop design are your chargers and glassware. Your napkins and/or menu cards really pop against the chargers and can make quite a difference in the look of your table. It fills space and when we're talking about a 60"-72" tabletop, there is a lot of space to fill.

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Last but not least, are your accessories: menu cards, favors, napkin rings, and anything related to your theme.

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Happy Planning!!!