Your Surrey Wedding - Dec/Jan 2019 (Issue 80)

FLOWERS 77 VENUE STYLING D r e a m y How to style your big-day venue I f you’ve booked your venue, then the next thing you’ll be thinking about is how to style it. With so many options available, this can seem like a daunting task, but the most important thing to remember is that any space can be transformed with even the most simple of details. To help give you some inspiration we’ve asked local suppliers for their top tips. “Country houses are Grade II listed and have been lovingly restored to offer you a breathtaking place to celebrate. Most have secluded gardens that will provide you with plenty of space for your guests to mingle.” – Maxine Cole from Chair Cover Dreams. DÉCOR COUNTRY HOUSE “Most venues will have oak beams, limestone floors and large windows that will provide lots of natural light.” – Maxine. “Place fresh flowers in the entrance to the ceremony and reception room.” – Maxine. “Drape fairylights in the dance area.” – Maxine. “Lanterns with lots of lush green and silver foliage wrapped around staircases will look stunning in your photographs.” – Maxine. “I always find that creams, blushes and pastels work well together and complement the existing décor.” – Maxine. “Look for pastel backdrops with rose gold and copper tones.” – Maxine.