EIS FOR ELEVATE Both literally and figuratively! If you’re celebrating in a marquee or venue with particularly high ceilings such as a barn you’ll likely have oodles of space to fill above your heads, which is why show-stopping hanging floral installations are really making an impact. So, don’t forget to look up when planning your wedding flowers. A What themes are made of Take a trip through our A-Z of venue styling and discover what’s hot for 2024 IS FOR AMBIENCE Creating the perfect atmosphere for your big day is what venue styling is all about, so considering the vibe you’re going for is a great place to start. Are you looking for an elegant, timeless affair, relaxed rustic bliss, or festival fever fun? Knowing the answer to this will lead the way on all of your styling elements. B IS FOR BALLOONS If when we say “balloons” your mind goes to kids' birthday parties and squeaky balloon animals – stop this instant! The clever folk that style venues with them nowadays create highend, elegant, beautiful displays that make a showstopping focal point for any part of the proceedings. Love and Wishes Balloons (https://loveandwishesballoons.com) has been decorating venues and supplying balloons for six years, with many satisfied customers who go back for more, year afer year. To owner Amanda Berry, balloons aren't just a job but a passion and she loves nothing more than designing and creating one-of-akind displays to enhance your special day. CC IS FOR CEREMONY Elena Pattinson from Let’s Make It Beautiful (www.letsmakeitbeautiful.co.uk) says, “A particularly enchanting trend that’s already been with us for a while but still gaining traction in 2024 is the use of floral columns as wedding aisle backdrops. These columns, adorned with lush and diverse blooms, create a stunning focal point for the ceremony. They not only frame you as you exchange vows but also add a touch of natural elegance to the overall setting.” FIS FOR FUSION Francesca Neame-White from Event Elegance with Francesca (http://eventelegance.co.uk) says, “Celebrating diversity, couples are infusing their weddings with a rich tapestry of cultural elements. From traditional attire to global cuisine, this theme honours heritage and creates a unique and vibrant experience. It’s a celebration that transcends borders and brings families together in a joyous amalgamation.” GIS FOR GREAT BRITAIN With sustainability in mind, look to local flower growers for your big-day blooms. They’ll have far fewer miles to travel therefore leaving a much-reduced carbon footprint. Olivia Galloway from The Surrey Florist (www.thesurreyflorist.net) says, “I hope to see a greater focus on British-grown seasonal flowers. Here, I’ve used wheat from Shropshire Petals and sunflowers from Sidnye Flowers in Sussex.” The Surrey Florist © https://terencejosephphotography.co.uk D Let’s Make It Beautiful IS FOR DIRECTIONS “Welcome signs are evolving beyond mere information boards. Couples are infusing creativity into this essential element, turning it into a personalised work of art that sets the tone for the entire event,” Elena says. Let’s Make It Beautiful Love and Wishes Balloons VENUE STYLING 51
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