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Use Decor Checklists for Ceremony and Reception

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Create separate decor checklists for ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception spaces. Ceremony items might include: aisle decorations, altar/arch backdrop, ceremony programs, seating signage. Reception needs: centerpieces, table numbers, place cards, guest book, cake table decor, lighting, entrance signage, and favors. This ensures you don't forget important visual elements on the day.

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Maximize Impact with Statement Lighting

Strategic lighting can transform any space dramatically. Uplighting in your wedding colors can make even a plain room feel magical. String lights, lanterns, or chandeliers create ambiance without expensive florals. Rent cafe lights for outdoor tents, use candlelight for romantic tablescapes, or project gobos (patterns) on walls. Lighting typically costs $500-2,000 but has huge visual impact for the investment.

Repurpose Ceremony Flowers for Reception

Don't let your ceremony flowers go to waste. Ask your florist to design arrangements that can easily move from ceremony to reception. Aisle arrangements can become cocktail hour decor, altar pieces can move to the sweetheart table or entrance, and bridesmaid bouquets can be placed in vases on tables. This maximizes your floral budget and ensures nothing is wasted.

Use Statement Installations Instead of Filling Every Surface

Create 2-3 wow-moment installations (ceremony arch, hanging centerpiece over dance floor, dramatic entrance florals) rather than decorating every table and corner. This modern approach is more impactful and often costs less than traditional full-venue decor.

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