By Sheena, edited by Elizabeth
A wedding reception isn't a reception without a theme or beautiful table decorations. We spoke with Sheena from Sheena's Events, an expert in wedding themes and wedding reception table decorations. She discusses new trends, examples of wedding decorations at receptions, and what to consider when thinking about themes and wedding reception decoration ideas for your wedding.
Editor's disclosure: Shiny Orb receives no form of compensation from this vendor.
What is an example of one of your favorite wedding reception table decorations you've done recently?
All of our events (and our clients) are unique in their own way. However, every so often, a client has a vision that will always have a lasting impression. I once worked with a bride who immediately introduced her groom as her "hero." As we became more acquainted, I discovered that the bride's favorite fairytale was Alice in Wonderland. I thought it would be great to somehow combine her two loves. We decided on a “Superman meets Alice in Wonderland” theme. In typical fashion the wedding reflected 90% of the bride's wishes and 10% of the groom's, as he was represented by the superman cake topper. Using white table cloths and 2-foot tall silver tea pots filled with flowers of different shades of peach, orange, and red as the centerpieces excited and thrilled the guests. Each centerpiece sat on a bed of wheat grass to enhance the theme, which was based on the Tea Party scene from the Alice in Wonderland book. By making the centerpieces our focus, we were able to transform the theme into something modern and chic with a whimsical twist.
What wedding reception table decorations are most popular now?All clients are looking for that “Wow” factor. They want their guests to be amazed by the visions they have had specially turned into a reality for their wedding day. Although each client is different, most are asking for tall centerpieces and dramatic props to further enhance elegant and extravagant themes.
What kind of tables are brides choosing today? Specific shapes? Banquet tables for the bridal party?
Sweetheart tables seem to be making a return. Most couples are finding that this set up allows them to enjoy and cherish their special moment. More recently, brides and grooms have allowed their wedding parties to sit at round tables with their respective dates.
What table arrangements are popular and why?The new trend is to have table arrangements that also can be used as favors. Take home items like tulip bulbs, trinkets of origami, and clusters of candles with a creative design help to add that personal touch your guest will not forget.
How do you come up with your wedding reception decoration ideas, themes, and vision? How do you work with brides to bring about a theme or vision that everyone will be happy with?No wedding theme is possible without inspiration. Our work is influenced by art museums, fashion shows, boutique hotels, nature, as well as other people. Our team is always in search of new material for upcoming events. Our process begins by presenting each bride with a series of pictures to help them articulate their visions. One of our biggest hurdles is understanding each bride's vision. A presentation of various photographs of different themes helps us understand what each bride is looking for, as well as enabling our brides to articulate their desired designs. A large part of the process is learning to pick up on hints and behaviors from our clients that may help us in the design process.
Sheena is the founder and an event designer at Sheena's Events, a company based in Oakland, California. In addition to many happily married couples, her list of well-known clients has included Macy's, HSBC, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, Pixar, the Special Olympics, and many more.
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