New Year’s Eve is the party of the year, and what better way to start the New Year off right than to get married. Couples who choose to tie the knot on December 31 may want to consider a formal theme when planning their special event.
If you are planning to end the year on a high note by getting married, consider holding a black tie event. The decor you choose for the venue should reflect this theme. You could choose gold and black as the main colors for the wedding, and your table linens and napkins can reflect this choice.
When you are looking at linens, don’t forget to include chair decorations. Chair covers and sashes in a coordinating tone add an element of sophistication to the reception venue. The first step is to choose the banquet chair covers or folding chair covers. Then you can add an organza or satin sash to complete the look.
A grand New Year’s Eve wedding reception site should include decorations like wedding tulle draped in strategic locations around the room. Add mini lights to create a wonderland that will delight your guests as soon as they enter the room.
Once you have selected the linens and the decorations for the room, you can turn your attention to how you are going to accent the tables. For a very elegant look, consider using tabletop candelabras. Available in white, silver, brass and bronze leather, they create a warm ambiance for your guests to enjoy while dining.
You can also choose to place centerpieces on the tables, either with or without candles. If you want to use flowers, you can choose from containers in a number of styles, including trumpet and Eiffel Towers. Square and cylinder vases are also available.
Candles can be placed in your choice of holder to create an elegant and romantic atmosphere for the reception. For a New Year’s Eve event, consider a gold plated or crystal candle holder. Jewel candle holders are another attractive option that will fit in well with a formal theme.
If you want to make your centerpieces truly memorable for your guests, consider placing ostrich feather arrangements on the tables. Available in white and a selection of colors, they bring an element of glamour to the wedding reception.
When you are making plans for your New Year’s Eve wedding, don’t forget to include wedding sparklers. At this special time when the focus is on hope for the new year ahead, adding sparklers to light up the night is a lovely way to help the bride and groom get their new lives together off to a bright and hopeful start.
This article was written exclusively for STL Weddings by Vera Mosley. Vera is a writer and current bridesmaid helping her friend Tara plan a New Year’s Eve wedding. From shopping for wedding supplies and planning a bachelorette party, Shelly has been very active getting ready for a New Year’s Eve celebration.
