A Few Basics On Wedding Reception Tent Decoration

It’s easy to be overwhelmed by all the details involved in making the perfect wedding. From guest lists to the reception program, location, food, giveaways, accommodations, and all the other details, it’s not unusual to feel a bit weighed down upon by it all.

Especially if you’re going to be using tents for the reception, then wedding reception tent decoration is really something you should give a lot of thought on. While the ceremony is important, it is at the wedding reception that people spend the most time in, so making their experience at the reception a memorable, comfortable and enjoyable one is extremely crucial.

Choosing tents and tent decoration is no easy task, so here are a couple of helpful basics you can use in your decision making process.

See how other people do it

The internet is a vast sea of information, so it’s best for you to start by seeing how other people utilized tents in their wedding. We’re not saying you copy them, but looking through photos, comments, and stories of first hand experiences will definitely give you an idea of what you want and DO NOT want to use for the wedding reception tent decoration.

Know the types

Wedding reception tent decoration depends of course, on the type of tent you choose, so it’s best to know the different types available to you so you can make an informed decision. There are essentially, four basic types: the clearspan frame tent, the pole tent, the Indian wedding tents, and the ethnic tent.

The clearspan frame tents are pole-less tents, and can be utilized to fit into awkward spaces and are best for those who prefer space that doesn’t have poles. The pole tent, on the other hand, is pegged to the ground and is classified into tension tents, which are more expensive, and are best if you are going for a grand, big space wedding reception, while the simple pole tent is the traditional version, with poles in the middle and the edges.

The Indian wedding tent is actually built of canopies put together, and sport Mediterranean or Middle Eastern designs. Ethnic tents cover the rest, which aren’t used all the time, but can be a part of your choices if you are going for an unconventional wedding or have a unique theme.

Make use of the surrounding landscape

As long as the weather permits, you can go for an open type tent style, which minimizes your stress for wedding reception tent decoration. Of course, the surrounding landscape must also be conducive to your theme. You can also have an open roof with some good lights for added effect. But you should also be prepared for any eventuality, so your tent must have a backup plan in case it rains.

Look at the floor

Chances are that your other guests won’t but they’ll be sure to notice if it rains and they’re suddenly walking on wet soil. So be sure to have good flooring for your tent, so that rain or shine, your guests still feel comfortable and secure.

Mind the lighting

Good lighting is helpful in establishing mood and ambiance, so it depends on your theme to choose what kind of lighting you want for your tent. Also, be sure to put bug lights (that shouldn’t look like bug lights) in strategic places around your tent or tents, so that your guests won’t be bothered by flies or mosquitoes or any other kind of flying insect.

Embellish

Unless your tent comes with its own designs – like many Indian wedding tents, be sure to embellish your tent with flowers and the like to give it character. This way, your guests won’t be stuck looking at drapes and poles for hours.

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