How to Decorate a Wedding Venue

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Find out whether the venue has any restrictions for the decor.. Inquire whether the venue has any decor you can use.. Check whether the on-site lighting is adequate.

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1

Find out whether the venue has any restrictions for the decor.

Step 1

Find out whether the venue has any restrictions for the decor.

2

Inquire whether the venue has any decor you can use.

Step 2

Inquire whether the venue has any decor you can use.

3

Check whether the on-site lighting is adequate.

Step 3

Check whether the on-site lighting is adequate.

4

Talk to the venue about how far in advance you can set up.

Step 4

Talk to the venue about how far in advance you can set up.

5

Make a clear plan for when you'll decorate and who's going to help.

Step 5

Make a clear plan for when you'll decorate and who's going to help.

6

Prepare as much as you can ahead of time.

Step 6

Prepare as much as you can ahead of time.

7

Create a tool kit with everything you'll need to set up your decor.

Step 7

Create a tool kit with everything you'll need to set up your decor.

8

Write down 3 words that describe your style to narrow down a theme.

Step 8

Write down 3 words that describe your style to narrow down a theme.

9

Choose a distinct color scheme as your theme for a simple option.

Step 9

Choose a distinct color scheme as your theme for a simple option.

10

Choose decor that works with your venue.

Step 10

Choose decor that works with your venue.

11

Consider the season or any nearby holidays.

Step 11

Consider the season or any nearby holidays.

12

Opt for elevated rustic decor if you have an outdoorsy or natural style.

Step 12

Opt for elevated rustic decor if you have an outdoorsy or natural style.

13

Go with a minimalist look if your style is modern.

Step 13

Go with a minimalist look if your style is modern.

14

Incorporate metallics, rhinestones, or glitter if you love glamor.

Step 14

Incorporate metallics, rhinestones, or glitter if you love glamor.

15

Choose a backdrop to go behind you at the altar.

Step 15

Choose a backdrop to go behind you at the altar.

16

Incorporate flowers and greenery for a classic, natural look.

Step 16

Incorporate flowers and greenery for a classic, natural look.

17

Decorate the chair backs to add an elegant touch.

Step 17

Decorate the chair backs to add an elegant touch.

18

Lay down an aisle runner along the center aisle.

Step 18

Lay down an aisle runner along the center aisle.

19

Decorate the entry table where you'll keep the guest book.

Step 19

Decorate the entry table where you'll keep the guest book.

20

Hang decor to make use of the vertical space, if it's allowed.

Step 20

Hang decor to make use of the vertical space, if it's allowed.

21

Include signs that tell your guests where to go.

Step 21

Include signs that tell your guests where to go.

22

Plan the arrangement of your table and chairs first.

Step 22

Plan the arrangement of your table and chairs first.

23

Decide on the colors for any tablecloths and table runners.

Step 23

Decide on the colors for any tablecloths and table runners.

24

Design centerpieces that fit your color scheme and theme.

Step 24

Design centerpieces that fit your color scheme and theme.

25

Create a table setting for each guest for a sit-down meal.

Step 25

Create a table setting for each guest for a sit-down meal.

26

Include table numbers and place cards if you're using assigned seating.

Step 26

Include table numbers and place cards if you're using assigned seating.

27

Include a photo backdrop if your guests love selfies.

Step 27

Include a photo backdrop if your guests love selfies.

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