| A tent reception can be an exceptionally beautiful | | | | event with a subtlety that your guests will surely |
| and unique experience for the bridal couple as well | | | | appreciate. |
| as their guests. The variety and sizes of tents | | | | 3. Surround Yourself with Sumptuous Satins |
| that are available today make finding something | | | | In order to really transform a reception tent, |
| that fits your personal style easy and affordable. | | | | creative use of fabrics is essential. From luxurious |
| Clear top tents let you dance beneath the starlit | | | | panels draped across the ceiling to tantalizing |
| sky and flat top frame tents provide you with an | | | | tulle-adorned support poles, fabrics can create |
| open and welcoming feel without supporting poles | | | | depth and contrast to the harsh lines of the tent. |
| blocking the way. You can choose a tent without | | | | Soften doorways by swathing them in flowing |
| sides or one with French window sidewalls. | | | | chiffon. Emphasize your head table with curtains |
| Whatever tent you select, you will need the right | | | | of lace as a backdrop. Evaluate your tent and |
| lighting, flowers, fabrics and favors to make it a | | | | accentuate the highlights while downplaying any |
| gorgeous oasis for your guests. | | | | possible negative aspects. With a little imagination, |
| 1. Use Lighting to Create Drama | | | | you can create a completely unique and ethereal |
| The lighting of your reception tent is extremely | | | | feeling for your reception. |
| important. By using some simple tricks, you can | | | | 4. Finish with Wedding Favor Flair |
| create an elegant escape or a fun and festive | | | | Complete your décor with corresponding |
| celebration. Twinkle lights, in white or colors, are | | | | favors that complement the surrounding motif. |
| often used in tent receptions; hidden in garlands, | | | | Very often, a well thought out favor can be the |
| draped along ceiling panels, or strung in plants and | | | | final touch needed to create a cohesive design for |
| shrubs. Other lighting options include spotlights with | | | | your reception, uniting the various elements |
| colored gels that create dramatic patterns on | | | | around them. Whatever theme you use for your |
| walls, floors or ceilings. For those who want a | | | | reception, you can use favors to heighten your |
| classic, romantic feel, candles create a dreamy | | | | guests' experience. From exquisite floral designs |
| and mysterious ambiance that could be just the | | | | to magical butterfly creations, elegant silver to |
| right touch. A plethora of candle holders are | | | | fun-filled beach mementos, has a wide selection of |
| available and make wonderful centerpieces. Blinking | | | | wedding favors that will coordinate with your |
| balloons can create a fun and casual tone to your | | | | overall design. |
| event that your guests will love. Whatever your | | | | With these simple techniques, you can create a |
| style, lighting is an important factor in creating the | | | | magnificent venue for your reception. However, |
| right atmosphere for your reception. | | | | don't forget the little details, too. Think about if |
| 2. Bring Nature Indoors | | | | you need flooring for the entire tent or just the |
| Through the aid of well-placed flowers, trees and | | | | dance floor. Are there any sound ordinances in |
| shrubs, your guests may be able to forget they | | | | the area that might affect your party? Do you |
| are even in a tent. Fill corners with beautiful | | | | have enough parking and restrooms for your |
| flowering shrubs or trees. Disguise support poles | | | | guests? Do you have enough power for the |
| with vines and bouquets. Add fragrance with | | | | caterers, musicians, and lighting? Is there a |
| elaborate floral centerpieces. A nice twist on the | | | | contingency plan in case of extremely bad |
| traditional cut flowers for the table is to have a | | | | weather? Once you have answered these simple |
| living arrangement that your guests can take | | | | questions and created your own design plan, you |
| home and plant in their garden or keep in the | | | | will have a wonderful reception that is uniquely |
| house, a continuous reminder of your special day. | | | | your own that your guests will absolutely adore. |
| Flowers can add color and excitement to your | | | | |