Decor Adore we Anna Delores Photography PLANNING YOUR DECOR How do I go about choosing my theme/style? When considering a theme, try not to overthink it; instead, choose something that you and your part- ner both love in everyday life. Do you travel often? Think about using a map for your seating plan. If you choose not to have a theme, your wedding can center around a color scheme. To choose your colors, it’s important to know what season you’ll be getting married in. Bright, vibrant colors are great for summer; pastels are perfect for spring; neutrals work well for fall; and winter is perfect for muted shades. How much pinning is too much? The best way to avoid getting overwhelmed by all your ideas is to set a date when you’ll stop looking for decor inspiration. Before deciding whether or not to incorporate a piece into your wedding, ask yourself these two questions: Does this item make me excited or happy? Does it match the overall theme of my wedding? If either of these answers is “no” then move on. Should I rent or buy decor? We’re huge supporters of renting decor! Not only is renting often a more economical solution, it also helps eliminate hours of searching, stress, and po- tential storage issues. And let’s be real – are all 50 of those vintage lanterns or geometric centerpiec- es going to do anything besides collect dust in your basement? You can also use rental companies as a source for ideas. Renting materials gives you access to the latest styles in decor, table settings, linens, chair covers, and more! How can I pinch pennies while still making a big impact? First, pick a venue that already has a chic ambi- ance of its own. When visiting, be sure to take in the details. Towering pillars, fine Persian rugs on the floors, or an amazing crystal chandelier as the room’s focal point will add something extra to your reception. You’ll also want to invest in elements that will have the biggest impact. Dramatic uplighting, a dance floor gobo, or a pillar of flowers is sure to set the scene and create the effect you want. LOCAL DECOR & RENTAL COMPANIES DECOR TO CONSIDER Linens Lighting Flowers Candles Signage Dishes Furniture Ice Sculptures Tents Dance Floor All Events Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Canton Chair Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Elegant Ice Creations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Event Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116, 117 L’Nique Specialty Linen Rentals . . . . . . . 115 Miller's Party Rental Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Reliable Onsite – Restroom Trailers . . . . 149 Rock The House Entertainment . . . . . . . 119 Sitting Pretty Linens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Sully’s All Occasions Party Rental . . . . . 131 Don’tforget totakeour quiz on page8 * Find more local vendors at TodaysBride.com 112 | TODAY'S BRIDE 3-8 MONTHS UNTIL "I DO" DECOR