58 STYLE INSPO #4: CONTEMPORARY WEDDING “When wanting to achieve a contemporary or minimalistic wedding you most definitely need to have a ‘less is more’ approach. Set a strategy in place where every detail is chosen for a reason; favouring neutral colours to allow a soft and elegant look to be achieved. A simple copper piping backdrop or geometric-shaped arch can be dressed with greenery, fabric, pampas grass or minimal florals, for something modern and also effortless. Choose centrepieces which include geometric shapes or sculptural candelabras, then add a simple greenery runner, along with golden taper candle holders, to create the minimalistic look you desire. Acrylic seating charts and matching menus also work well, while white pillar candles in different sized vases create elegance to your ceremony aisles. Team with wooden, Chiavari or acrylic chairs, which should be left naked apart from some bunches of greenery attached to the back.” Victoria Shaw-Unsworth, A Beautiful Occasion | www.instagram.com/abeautifuloccasionne www.instagram.com/abeautifuloccasionne www.instagram.com/abeautifuloccasionne www.instagram.com/abeautifuloccasionne www.instagram.com/abeautifuloccasionne www.instagram.com/abeautifuloccasionne TO DO OR NOT TO DO Emma Weston-Jones from Morpethbased Emma Bunting on her venue styling dos and don’ts… DO check with your venue that you can Sellotape, pin or Blue Tack decorations to walls before buying or hiring them. DON’T overload your décor – it can look too cluttered and detract from the importance of the day. DO be authentic with your styling. Love travelling? Go for a travel theme! Love camping? Go natural! DON’T forget to think about your carbon footprint and how hiring can be a great way rather than buying decorations and then throwing them away. DO choose a colour palette that fits around something you love. From a bouquet you spied in Your North East Wedding to a bridesmaid’s dress you’re hoping your bestie will say ‘yes’ to – you can fit your colour palette around that! DON’T be afraid to express yourself. It is your day, after all… Visit www.emma-bunting.co.uk for more information and how to buy or hire. www.emma-bunting.co.uk www.emma-bunting.co.uk www.emma-bunting.co.uk
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