Simple wedding decor: elegance without breaking the bank

Wedding is a very important and meaningful date for women and everything needs to be perfect and memorable. A very important factor for the party to be unforgettable is a decoration filled with details.

Planning a wedding is a task that requires time and dedication, after all, there are many things that need to be resolved and the decoration can be one of the most complicated stages of this planning, as there are several environments that need to be decorated: the entrance of the ceremony, the altar, the tables and all the environments of the party.

In addition, decoration often occupies a large part of the budget precisely because it is an important factor in the ceremony and at the same time complex, due to the amount of things to be decorated.

Despite all this, it is possible to decorate a wedding in a simple way, spending less and leaving your personal touch to the environment. Check out the tips from the ceremonial and decorator of Espaço Golden Palace, Daniel Claret, and different ideas to create a simple and beautiful decoration for your wedding.

ceremony decoration

Before the tips regarding each space to be decorated during the ceremony, it is necessary to remember that it is not necessary to invest in numerous decorative elements to create a beautiful and elegant decoration and that, sometimes, “less is more”. It all depends on your personal taste and how you envisioned your wedding.

“The ambiance of the spaces must convey the personality / theme of the event and at the same time delimit each space chosen for such a celebration. A well-designed project must ensure that each party is unique, personalized and that each detail manages to surprise each of your guests.”, explains Daniel.

How to decorate the entrance to the ceremony

Regardless of the place where your wedding ceremony will take place (in a field, in the church, in a hall), the decoration of the entrance where the guests, godparents and the bride and groom will pass is very important, as it is an element that everyone, at some point, moment, eyes will turn. “Landscapes and floral arrangements are always the best and most effective alternatives.”, says the specialist.

When it comes to a church wedding, the tip for a simple decoration is to invest in a rug for the central aisle and in vases of flowers that can be positioned on the side of the aisle or bouquets attached to the benches with ribbon.

In the field or outdoors, it is possible to use the grass (or whatever the composition of the floor is) as a “natural” rug and just decorate the space with the flower path on the side of the aisle and beautiful chairs.

To save money, look for a place that is beautiful even without decoration, cozy, that accommodates all your guests and has good lighting (natural or artificial). These details make it easy to create a well-decorated environment with few elements.

Another idea to spend less is to invest in cheap and light flowers, such as gypsophila, better known as mosquitinho. Or, use recyclable vases, such as those made from glass bottles and jars. Rustic or retro decorations give the environment a cozy air and that’s why they are great options.

How to decorate the altar

Another place that also holds the eyes of the guests is the altar. According to Daniel Claret, imposing floral arrangements and light flowers are always the choice with no margin for error.

In church weddings, the decoration of this space is usually limited to placing two vases (one on each side of the altar) following the same line as those placed in the aisle, but that are taller or have a greater amount of flowers.

In the case of outdoor or ballroom weddings, a good idea is to invest in bows with flowers, silk curtains or even handmade curtains made of paper or ribbon for a more relaxed atmosphere.

party decoration

The decoration of the party involves the organization and decoration of the tables, the entrance hall and any and all environments that the bride and groom want to create (place for photos, dance floor and others).

“The biggest investment in decoration should be made in the part of the party where the host wants the most attention or in the part where the guests will spend most of their time.”, guides the decorator.

Again, the first point to save on the decoration of the party environments is to choose a place that is naturally beautiful. In addition, you have to remember that the most important thing is to trust your taste and leave everything as you imagined.

guest table

The table decoration must be carefully thought out, so that it does not cause discomfort or even disturb the eye contact between the guests, that is, it must not be large or very fragile.

In order not to go wrong, invest in smaller and delicate ornaments. The traditional glass vases with flowers can be replaced by vases made of wood, acrylic, plastic or reused objects (glass bottles and pots), trying to occupy only the center of the table and not go beyond the guests’ chin height (so as not to take up a lot of space or prevent people seated in opposite places at the table from seeing each other).

In the case of large tables, so that the decoration is not empty, it is possible to add more elaborate napkins, which follow the decorative line and the tones of the rest of the decoration and also complete the decoration of the table in a harmonious way.

Another alternative is to decorate with plaques that contain the name of the bride and groom, some thanks to the guests or even some useful information about the party (menu, hashtag for social networks). They can be made of paper and accompanied with a single flower, you just have to think about the content and appearance of the sign.

table of the bride and groom

The bridal table is a tradition that can still be seen at some weddings. To decorate it in a simple and elegant way, it is worth betting on ornaments on the chair, with flowers or plaques (newlyweds, perfect pair and always together are recurring phrases). Or even invest in different seating for guests (sofas, table for two).

Candy and cake table

The decoration of the candy table or any other table that contains food is very important and something that is really worth investing in. Food is an essential part of any party, so using the sweets, snacks or dinner table as a decoration is to combine the useful with the pleasant.

It doesn’t take much to do this: try to position the cake in the center of the table and create symmetry. Arrange the table carefully and carefully so that all food is accessible and the table is neither empty nor overcrowded. Invest in sweets that are both beautiful and delicious, so guests are won over by the look and taste.

It is also possible to add decorative ornaments between the delicacies (repeat the decorations on the tables), always being careful so that they do not interfere with access to the goodies. Another point that makes a difference is remembering to follow the decorative line of the entire wedding, including styles (rustic, classic, clean) and colors.

entrance hall

Wedding parties held in closed halls usually have an entrance hall. It serves to welcome guests when the party arrives and, as the celebration progresses, it becomes a space beyond the tables to sit, chat and meet other guests. This environment can also be easily replicated at outdoor weddings.

Whether in internal or external weddings, the decoration of the entrance hall can contain photos of the couple, space for messages (from the guests to the bride and groom), decorative pieces to fill the space (chairs, poufs, coffee tables) and signage or with some message to the guests (thanks, inspiring phrases, information about the party). “A good table with a floral arrangement and souvenirs and/or happily married is always a success”, suggests Daniel.

place for photos

The background of any photo is something that makes a difference in the final result of the same, so it is interesting to produce a specific place for photographs. Usually the photo space is next to or next to the entrance hall.

It must be well lit and have a background defined by some curtain or wallpaper (the color and style of the background must be chosen according to the decorative line of the ceremony). A tip to innovate and make your photos more fun is to invest in plates, accessories and textured backgrounds or external locations.

Details that make the difference

The decoration is responsible for filling the environment and therefore it is possible to go far beyond the traditional places that must be decorated, which, sometimes, can make a difference.

For the decorator and ceremonialist, Daniel Claret, its main importance is to make his guests feel comfortable, welcomed and willing to celebrate the date together with the hosts and for that it is possible to think of innovative decorations that convey the desire of the hosts.

“From large structures to small details, all must surprise and contain characteristics that make guests identify the history of the hosts.”, he says.

A place to leave messages addressed to the bride and groom, a clothesline with photos of the couple and their history, treats and souvenirs for the guests, sign boards, decorations on the ceremony’s table, colored rice and an environment for children (games, sheets and pencils). color) are just a few simple ideas, but they can make your wedding more elaborate without much effort.

Valuable decorating tips

A few more important suggestions that you can follow regarding simple and beautiful decoration for your wedding:

Pay attention to the details: often a simple and small idea can be responsible for making your wedding for your guests. Therefore, it is very important to invest in the details. Creative favors and invitations, treats like the toiletry kit, fun photo cards. That is, things that can be done at home and/or without much expense, but that make all the difference.

Remember that everything can become decoration: the idea is to use everything that is essential at the party (food for example) in decoration. Also, reuse materials to create new decorative pieces (decorating with home furniture, transforming bottles, pots and watering cans into vases, creating an entrance with used doors). Just unleash your creativity and be careful not to overdo the amount of elements.

Do it yourself: With the new wave of mini-weddings (smaller weddings), the option of creating your wedding decor at home and your way has been widely used. It is possible to produce simple, beautiful and personalized pieces for you.

Consider the usefulness factor: a beautiful decorative piece is already a good option, but a piece that is not only beautiful but also useful, it is even better. The usefulness of decorative items makes everything more charming for guests, so considering this factor and investing in ideas of this type is a way to please your guests and make the pieces more than merely decorative. Edible decorations, toiletry kits (containing medicine, hair ties, among other things) and other treats.

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