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Wedding Reception Centerpieces
by:Mike Lindsey
When it comes
to decorating your reception tables, the centerpieces
for each table play a major role in setting
the tone and style of your wedding. They will
be one of the major focal point for your guests
while they are eating their meal, and spectacular
or unique centerpieces can add an element
of sophistication or surprise to your event.
The most established kind of centerpiece is
flowers and it is the most expected. There
are literally hundreds of floral centerpiece
designs, from tall lilies to tightly packed
roses.
You should really shop around and check out
different wedding supply shops and online
specialists to see the different possibilities,
and look at the varying prices. You must also
remember that you will need a centerpiece
for every table, so it could get expensive
if you are planning to invite a large guest
list.
For a cheaper option, buy the flowers yourself
from a wholesaler, and produce simple displays
such as six tulips in a glass vase. You could
also use the bridesmaids’ bouquets as
centerpieces to really get the best value
out of them.
Believe it or not, this happens all the time.
Instead of fresh cut flowers, consider using
potted plants as centerpieces. You can decorate
terracotta pots and pick plants that flower
in co-coordinating colors to your scheme.
These centerpieces will last long after the
day has finished, and provide a lovely gift
for those you would like to give them to.
Popular alternatives to floral centerpieces
include candles and fruit. Candles are a wonderful
way of creating an air of romance and enchantment
for your wedding, and look particularly effective
if your venue is dimly lit. However, if you
plan to hold your reception in the afternoon,
with plenty of natural daylight, candles may
not produce the appropriate dramatic effect.
You could purchase candelabras for each table
for an elegant look, or consider the less
formal appearance of floating candles in a
large glass bowl.
You must ensure that any holders or bowls
you use are heat-resistant, and also check
with your venue for any restrictions they
may have on the use of naked flames.
Fruit is a nice and decorative choice, and
can also be eaten later in the evening! Other
edible choices include candy, chocolate lollipops
or Hershey’s Kisses. Use your imagination
to display whatever treats you choose in an
exciting way, using glitter, streamers or
balloons.
You can be as original as you like when it
comes to your centerpieces, and you could
choose something really personal such as hand-written
poems or family photographs in ornate picture
frames.
If you are having a themed wedding, create
a unique centerpiece that reflects the wedding
motif. A wonderful centerpiece for an oriental
themed wedding is a bonsai tree, or large
origami creations. Anything that matches your
theme is best.
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