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FINDING WONDERLAND
FINDING
WONDERLAND
Our experts explain how to set the stage for the wedding of your dreams
When faced with the initial blank canvas that is your venue you may view it in one of two ways: with total panic or giddy excitement. In which case, you’ll either be in need of inspiration or focus, so we turned to the county’s styling experts for support. Check out their top tips for creating a veritable wedding wonderland with wow factor.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Natasha Grant, Pearline Events says: “Before you do anything with your venue you’ll need to get your ideas together to establish what style you want your wedding to be. You could create a mood board, whether that’s on Pinterest or elsewhere. Narrow down your ideas by looking at the common elements. Ask yourself whether there’s a clear style and whether you’re drawn towards certain colours. This will all help to identify your preferred theme.”
DIVIDE AND CONQUER
Melanie Revell-Leaman, Your Story Events says, “Try to visualise the space into different areas and sections. For example, perhaps you know you need a dining area, bar, dancefloor and seating area where guests can chill. Once you have these outlined it makes life a lot easier.” DRAPED IN FINERY
Daniel Kyte-Collings, KC Weddings & Events says, “Clever use of wall and ceiling drapery can transform any plain space into an amazing marqueestyle area. When using white you’ll automatically have a clean palette to work with that looks stylish, indulgent and elegant.”
GET PERSONAL
Natasha says, “Your wedding is about reflecting you as a couple, so beginning with a blank canvas is a fantastic opportunity. Discuss what elements are important for the both of you to have included, then use these to create statement features. For example, a beautiful floral display or a sumptuous dessert table. This way you’ll build key areas and provide focal points that double as fab photo hotspots.”
Melanie agrees, “You don’t want your wedding to look like every other and that’s the beauty of starting from scratch. It allows you to bring in your personal style that doesn’t have to stop at colour alone. For example, if you have a love of all things vintage, then include retro-style furniture and rustic props. Or, perhaps you lean towards modern and sleek vibes – no problem, simply incorporate contemporary sofas with plenty of mirrors and glass. LIGHT THE WAY
Natasha says, “Clever use of lighting really helps to create the right atmosphere. Illuminating key places during the evening will add drama as well as an alternative look as celebrations progress.” Daniel agrees, “Uplighters bring a colour palette together while creating interest and beauty. They make a space appear theatrical, warm and vibrant, without being over-the-top.”
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TABLE DÉCOR
Daniel says, “Tall centrepieces increase height making the space look full with impact and an edge of drama. Perfect for high spaces like marquees.”
Natasha tells us, “Your tables will occupy a significant amount space, so don’t neglect them. Use exquisite items from glassware to sumptuous highquality linen and furnishings to lend an exceptional look and feel.”
Melanie says, “Flowers don’t have to stop at centrepieces and bouquets. In fact, florists can build incredible installations suspended from above, below a perspex dancefloor or in the form of archways and flower bars.”
PROP IT UP
Daniel says, “Props, urns, plinths and interactive areas: all great ways to hide empty corners and can be moved throughout the day to be utilised again wherever necessary. Adding extra tables is another great method of concealment. Beside the obvious cake and gift options, have you thought about a sweetie table, kids’ dining table, gin-tasting or memorial table?”
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CREATURE COMFORTS
Melanie says, “When it comes to a seating area, I love to see it as cosy, comfortable living room where guests feel welcome and relaxed when taking a break from the dancefloor. Think sofas, armchairs, coffee tables and rugs, with bud vases or candles to decorate.” CONTACT OUR EXPERTS
KC Weddings & Events, www.kcweddingsandevents.co.uk Pearline Events, www.pearlineevents.com Your Story Events, www.yourstoryevents.co.uk
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