Although the ceiling is typically overlooked when planning decorations for wedding ceremonies and receptions, decorating the ceiling can add an entirely new dimension to the atmosphere of the celebration. Depending on the vastness of the reception hall, or if the festivities take place outdoors, there are numerous ways to dress up the ceiling.
Canopy Effect
Using material, such as satin or tulle, to create a canopy effect can be beautiful and add a more intimate feel, especially for extremely high ceilings. You can gather the material in the center and attach to the ceiling there, somewhat like a tent. Or let the material hang and drape from the ceiling in wave-like folds. Use white or silver for winter or formal weddings, or mix in different colors to match your wedding theme.
Lighting
There are a few options when deciding on what lighting to use to decorate the ceiling. Large chandeliers can hold either candles, flame-shaped lightbulbs or regular lightbulbs. Strings of lights, like white holiday lights (or strings of lighted red hearts or other novelty lights reflecting your colors and theme), can be strung from the ceiling. Using lower lighting can create a more intimate feel.
Accents
Hang crepe paper, ribbons or streamers from the ceiling for a more casual wedding and party atmosphere. Or use balloons, either in clusters or balloon creations. Creations might include heart-shaped groupings with the couple's name in the middle. Silver glittery balls can be hung for a disco theme or paired with white tulle and strings of white lights for a sparkly winter or fairy-tale effect.
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