This or That?? What to choose. What we choose. What would you choose?
Gold chandelier or gold candelabra?
Our pick: gold chandelier. If you have something high on your table, make sure you can still see your guests!
Full of greens or light and simple?
Our pick: light and simple. Place a subtle runner under your decor to add just enough structure and balance.
Classic curtains or creative design?
Our pick: classic curtains. Nothing beats a classic curtain. Whether its windy or completely still, you know that it will always look the best!
Curtains pulled back or curtains flowing free?
Our pick: curtains flowing free. Curtains can be universal. Used for a photo-op, behind a table, or to cover something unwanted, curtains flowing free are a must-have!
Chair ruffle or chair draping?
Our pick: chair ruffle. We love both looks, but there is something so sweet about the falling ruffle!
Steps to finding The One (venue) after you've found The One!
Step 1. Talk to others to hear what they liked and disliked about certain venues
Talking to friends and family about their likes and dislikes can give insight into what you want to be looking for. Whether that be an outdoor ceremony site, or a designated cocktail space, I am sure they can provide many details and options to think about.
Step 2. Make a list of wants vs. must haves
It's easy to get lost in the moment at each venue and love them all. So before taking a tour at any site, be sure to have a list of wants vs. must haves.
Step 3. Find a wedding planner or coordinator that will help see your vision
Wedding planners are not necessary to make a wedding happen, but they definitely take the stress off of planning and make sure everything runs smoothly.
Step 4. Only look at venues that fit in your budget
If you are on a strict budget, only be looking at ones that fit in your price range. This will help make a quicker decision as well as leave extra money for other things...like wedding decor!
Step 4. Keep your guests in mind
Some venues are restrictive to the number of guests so it is important to keep that in mind as well as what they will be doing. Does the venue have a good place for cocktail hour or a comfortable reception space?
Step 5. Ask each venue as many questions as possible to know what is expected and included
When narrowing down which venue to choose, it is easier with all of the facts. So, when doing your visits ask every question you can think of to make planning less stressful. [Again, wedding planners are great!]
Step 6. Envision yourself and your loved ones spending an entire day at that venue
Ultimately, this is your day. So everything aside, pick one that you know you will love even days after the wedding.
After choosing your venue you will need to pick your decor! Stay tuned to see how to decorate your venue!
Barn venues are really becoming a hot commodity lately for the big day and we are not disappointed one bit! We love the rustic ambiance and the endless opportunities that each barn provides.
Take a peek at these MAGICAL photos below that reveal the rustic charm of this barn and the beauty of the decor that brought this wedding vision to life!
Do you feel like your wedding will be just like all the others at that same venue?
Not to fear! I promise your vision is unique and so distinct to your personality that the same barn will feel like a whole new world. We have visited the same venues year after year and yet each wedding is so new and exciting! It gives us great joy to assist in making that vision that has been dreamt of for months, (or years even!) come to fruition.
Below are 4 WAYS to turn the same old barn venue into your very own magical masterpiece!
So no worries, you can take full advantage of your beauty rest, check another thing off your list, and KNOW that your venue will be spectacular and special to you and your family.
Things to think about when creating your magical masterpiece:
1. Use extra decor material around your barn to tie everything together
There was extra garland left over so instead of wasting it, we put it to good use! We lined the curtains and placed it on tables to complete the greenery look and give the venue more texture and dimension.
2.COLOR ! !
Color can change the aesthetic of an entire event. Choose a color that stands out to you and best represents your personality!
The gold table runner added just enough color for a great contrast against the clean, crisp look of these white linens.
3. Lighting
Strung with care, these lights were complimented with a garland that changed the ordinary to extraordinary! Using the garland not only gave the ceiling another color, but it gave length to the barn giving it the illusion that it is more spacious, yet still romantic.
4. Make a S T A T E M E N T
Lastly, you want something that stands out upon first arrival. Whether that be a big sign, a picture, decor lining a walkway or something else! Make sure it represents you as a couple and I promise your guests are going to love it!
The curtains to the entrance of this reception provided elegance and grace to the rustic charm, while still giving it the statement the barn needed. The vision that was dreamt of for days finally came to reality and was yet again another wonderful wedding that was like none other!
Still a little hesitant on knowing your barn will be unique to you? Check out our previous poston 15 Ways to Dress a Farm Table for more inspiration!
What do all these things have in common you may ask?
A THEME.
It starts with a theme. Brides that give their wedding a theme not only have an easier time planning and making decisions, but it also gives their day a full story, from beginning to end. Check out this wedding that was a full feature film as if it was straight from the movies!
It started with the Invites. From the first invite received, this wedding was sure to be full of adventure, story, and a love just like the movies.
The movie theme continued right into the ceremony decor with this creative "NOW SHOWING" film poster letting the guests participate in the full experience of The Wedding Day movie they were about to witness {the ceremony}.
The moment we've all been waiting for..........the KISS!
Continuing right into the next scene was the romantic movie afterparty. Filled with gold hues and endless candles, the celebration was just beginning!
This romantic film had all of the guests talking! Filled with lots of love and laughter throughout the entire night, it was sure this movie would have a happy ending.
We all know that any good romantic movie will give you thefeels and this one had us hooked from the opening scene!
We gave this one a 5 star rating with so many great details from the invitations all the way to the end credits!
