Add a little razzle-dazzle to your do. Say it with Lights supply a super-stylish range of light-up letters to add a personalised and illuminated feature to your reception. Set the tone by locating your initials at the entrance of your venue or light up the dance floor for a bespoke boogie space.
www.sayitwithlights.co.uk
Griffin Photography
Dress your drinks station...
When it comes to liquid refreshment, it's not just about what you serve - it's how you serve it. Drinks carts and trolleys are an uber cool option. Choose a cart that complements your design scheme, be it old school glamour, '70s kitsch or mid-century modern. Or how about a self-service drinks station? Styled to make a feature area, this fun and interactive feature will minimise the queue at the bar. Then think about serving a personalised cocktail selection: it might be Moscow mules served in cool copper mugs, champagne cocktails for an elegant affair or mojitos or flavoured gin infusions for a summer's day. Inspire Hire houses a selection of drinks carts for hire; they can also create bespoke drinks stations or help you create a bespoke bar.
www.inspire-hire.co.uk
Andrea Pennington
Lucy Turnbull
Venetia Norrington
Ben Photography
Crown your cake...
Batman? Dr Spock? Captain Jack Sparrow? Or how about Elsa from Frozen? Inspired by iconic TV and movie characters, the super-cool cake toppers from Oh My Hero! are guaranteed to create a talking point at your party - not to mention a covetable keepsake. Each topper is lovingly handmade from wood and clay in Cornwall by Jessica Alken and can be fully customised, from the hair colours, flowers, dress and suit to the words on the accompanying chalkboard.
www.ohmyhero.co.uk
Personalise your bunting...
Prettify your party space with some sweetly bespoke bunting. Heart Kiss Hug create personalised bunting comprising a series of Polaroid style images. Whether it's childhood photos, holiday snaps or the photos that tell the story of your relationship, adorn your reception with decor that stirs heart-warming memories.
www.heartkisshug.com
Play garden games...
There's nothing like a little competition for setting that sweet British summertime vibe - not to mention providing ice-breaking entertainment for your guests. From an Edwardian coconut shy and hook a duck to croquet, hoopla and ball in the bucket, Box and Cox Vintage Hire supplies a wide selection of classic fairground games through to traditional British lawn games - all presented in a coolly vintage style.
www.boxandcoxvintage.co.uk
Enchanted Brides Photography
Style your space with cool furnishings...
Pimp your party with a funky seating area. Vintage seating adds a quirky-cool vibe, while creating a fabulous lounging area for your guests to rest their dancing feet. And don't forget your outside space. Consider some weatherproof furniture options for guests to congregate al fresco. Feature seating also provides a fun spot for photos! Check out Inspire Hire's wide range of modern and vintage furniture.
www.inspire-hire.co.uk
Sarah Lauren
Emma Solley
Wedding Belles Photography
Have photo booth fun...
The photo booth is a staple of the modern wedding reception. Housing up to ten people and complete with a range of fancy dress props, Handsome Momento's booth is fully automated, easy to use and equipped with high definition DSLR cameras. Simply strike a pose and the top quality prints will be waiting for collection as you leave - complete with your names and wedding date. A laugh-out-loud keepsake is guaranteed.
www.handsomemomento.co.uk
Capture your party in paint...
A novel idea comprising both entertainment and a beautiful gift, award-winning artist Charlotte Atkinson will capture the romance and atmosphere of your day in an exquisite painting. Hand painted using the finest quality watercolours, Charlotte paints from her easel through the day reception, recreating the ambience on canvas as it unfolds to the fascination of your guests. The finished artwork is then presented to you at the evening reception.
www.watercolourweddings.com
Serve customised cocktails...
Raspberry mojito anyone? Nomad Weddings and Events serve up a luscious selection of cocktails from their stylish mobile bar. Whether you opt for a variety of specialist cocktails from The Old Grammar School in Truro's super-successful menu or go for bespoke concoctions designed around your tastes, you're assured palette-pleasing and party-starting tipples!
www.nomadweddingsandevents.co.uk
Emma Solley
Emma Solley
Keith Riley
Keith Riley
Style up your sweet stuff...
Make a feature of your cake table to ensure all eyes are drawn to your sweet centrepiece. Go for a decadent dressing table or stunning sideboard - beautifully dressed in keeping with your design scheme - to set off your wow-worthy cake in style. Or you might even delight your guests with a whole dessert table. Inspire Hire provides a wide range of furniture and props to style your sweet treats.
www.inspire-hire.co.uk
Wedding Belles Photography
Taylor Barnes
Pretty up your party with parasols...
Not only does a super-sized parasol provide much-needed shade from sun-kissed celebrations, it makes a fabulous focal point to boot. Handcrafted by artist couple Charlie and Katy Napier from their west Cornwall studio, Sunbeam Jackie's gorgeous parasols combine antique, vintage and designer fabrics and sustainably sourced ash to create a fully waterproof work of art. Scatter them across your outdoor celebration space for a stylish way to recline in the shade.
www.sunbeamjackie.com
Get creative with your lighting...
Lighting is essential for creating the perfect party atmosphere. Choose show-stopping chandeliers for an elegant celebration, lots of fairy lights for a magical mood and light up your trees and pathways with fabulous twinkling lanterns to extend your party space outdoors. Take a look at Inspire Hire's wide selection of outdoor and indoor lighting.
www.inspire-hire.co.uk
Keith Riley
Wedding Belles Photography
Taylor Barnes
Keith Riley
Serve afternoon tea...
The afternoon tea is going nowhere. After all, who can resist a spread of dainty cakes, scones and sandwiches all served on the prettiest vintage china? The Creative Crockery Company supplies a wide selection of beautiful and original vintage china, glassware, cutlery, linen and accessories. For the full tea party experience, they can even supply the catering. Prepare for one picturesque and palate-pleasing party.
www.thecreativecrockerycompany.co.uk
words Rebecca Matthews
Copyright Wed magazine 2015
