Weddings are one of the most memorable moments in life, so of course you want the wedding decorations to be perfect. Unfortunately, there are some event venues where the choice of wedding reception seating can ruin the perfect beauty of your wedding.
The best way to hide or highlight chairs is to decorate them with decorations. Chair decorations vary from sashes, tulle, ribbons, flowers and more, and choosing the right style, color and fabric will leave your guests in awe as they make their way to their seats.
How to pick the right wedding chair decorations for your wedding reception? We're here to help you make the right choice.
1. Setting a budget
Think about the amount before you start searching and set a wedding budget for your chairs and any other decorations you want to use on your special day.
2. Choose the right color
It is possible to get creative and choose fabric colors that match your palette, for example, sheer organza on linen with ribbon. However, we recommend sticking to neutrals (white, off-white, black) or colors from your wedding color scheme.
3. Choose the right material
Often, couples choose to wrap their reception chairs in some sort of fabric. The most common materials are organza, satin, tulle and spandex tape. Brocade taffeta is also a good choice. The type of material that works best for your chairs depends entirely on the style you want to present at your reception. For example, satin may be more appropriate for a more formal or dressy celebration, while tulle may be more appropriate for a whimsical or garden theme.
4. Consider Renting
When you have a large number of guests and chairs, buying or even making your own chair decorations can seriously increase your budget. In this case, it's worth considering renting. Chair covers, trims and more can be found on the websites of various wedding rental companies, allowing you to compare costs and quality before making any final decisions.
5. Choosing the right size
While many reception party decorations vary in size and shape, chair decorations require a little more precision. We highly recommend that you measure the chairs you will be using. Make a note of the width of the area you want to cover/decorate and the length you want to cover.
6. Choose decor that shows off your style
There are many ways to display decorations on your chairs or chair covers. Depending on the theme of your wedding, you can choose traditional, artistic or unique ways to make your chairs stand out. From different materials to different wrapping styles, there are plenty of ways to get inspired and make choices.
5 Chair Decorating Ideas
1. Traditional Belt Bow
Chair trim is definitely a classic and usually looks elegant and formal. You can do this yourself, or you can purchase pre-tied trim bands and attach them to each chair.
2. Simple Bow Ties
Again, pretty ribbons can be tied in bows on either side of each chair. The ribbons should be long so that the ends can drape over the sides, making them more formal and eye-catching.
3. Hanging lace knots
Couples organizing bohemian weddings will be delighted to think of hanging lace knot designs from the back of each chair. These decorations come in a variety of styles, from minimalist to extremely intricate, and there is something for every couple.
4. Secure Flowers
Whether you're looking to add more color to a relatively neutral venue or want to infuse as many wedding flowers as possible into your celebration, consider securing flowers to your reception chairs. Keep the flowers the same or similar to those in your wedding bouquet and centerpieces for a consistent look.
5. Flower garlands
For weddings, if the wedding chairs are decorated with lots of greenery, you can decorate the chairs with garlands. Garlands can be attached to the top of each chair, to the sides of the chairs, hung in the center, or wrapped around the tops and sides of the chairs.
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