Have you ever experienced a sense of disconnect when looking at some weddings without being able to pinpoint why? One thing is true: weddings are once-in-a-lifetime events, and we should all make the right choices. That’s why, as your future Guatemala wedding planner and wedding designer, we have made it our task to show you how to identify potential issues.
This article will help you understand how small details can significantly impact your wedding design. But we don’t stop there. We'll provide practical solutions that won't break the bank. By making these adjustments, you can be confident that your wedding design will be heading in the right direction.
Outdated Rentals
The Chiavari chairs (also known as the Chiavarina or Tiffany chairs) are at the top of our list of things to avoid. These are the typical chairs you can find at your venue or that your caterer offers. They can be gold, black, white, transparent, or beige—it doesn't matter what color is provided. It's best to steer clear of these chairs, as they have been around for over 200 years and will make your wedding look cookie-cutter and very aged.
We have the all-mirror effect on furniture when it comes to unconscious design choices. While you might think it adds elegance to the ambiance, overdoing it can look pretentious. A good design is meant to look effortless; please consider this before filling out your rental order with mirror chairs and tables.
Being mindful of textures, finishes, and sizes will set you apart.
That takes us to another topic: linens. Polyester and satin tablecloths should never be topped with overlays. This doesn’t only make your wedding look like a hotel conference, but it also ages your look for a couple of decades. Plastic chairs with covers and ties are a no-go.
The floral fails
We’ve all seen floral decorations with eucalyptus touches or eucalyptus-based elements. This is primarily because eucalyptus is beginner-friendly for DIY weddings; it is available year-round and easy to find, even in supermarkets. That being said, it’s a super affordable filler that budget floral designers also resort to.
Yes, a few branches of eucalyptus can add nice touches to your home if you have an earthy and minimalist interior design. Still, this vast popularity has made eucalyptus far from a desirable element for high-end weddings. Not to mention that the size and tone of the leaves are also not that versatile for preparing more elevated floral designs.
The pampa grass is another element that has lived its full cycle and is now ready to retire. While boho weddings were quite a boom a couple of years ago, and Pampa Grass is their icon, trends have moved on. Whoever is still producing and designing these weddings is probably because they are in the volume business rather than in the bespoke wedding market. That lets you know it will be a different experience than the ones we offer you as your Guatemala wedding planner.
Tabletop Trends to Avoid
In addition to floral arrangement fails, we have another trend to avoid if you want to elevate your wedding design: vintage vase buds. Many couples opt for this as a DIY solution without knowing that these vases don’t provide good support to the flower stems, and they usually cut them short to stay still. This look is very unidimensional and amateur. We're not even talking about a step that is often overlooked: thoroughly cleaning the vase to keep bacteria out. When this step is missed, the flowers dry up and die before the night is over.
As your designer and wedding planner Guatemala, we want to set you up for success. Like the all-mirror effect on your furniture, a charger plate with a metallic finish should be avoided. Whether the metallic finish is tinted glass or paint on a plastic base, it diminishes the potential of good tableware. Focus on tableware designed with the end in mind, not one that looks like an afterthought to cut corners. The same goes for vintage chandeliers; please proceed cautiously when selecting one if it fits your style. Bulky and plastic pieces on chandeliers take away the beauty that a handcrafted crystal chandelier can add to a design.
How to elevate your wedding design
At this point, you already know what to avoid and why so let’s dive into the juicy stuff that you have been waiting for. How do you elevate your wedding design without breaking the bank? The answer is simple. Be mindful about your choices. When you cannot have it all, opt for the design aspects that will elevate the overall feel.
A chair can make or break your design. If picking a Japandi or Scandinavian wooden chair, is not within your budget, try to go for a ghost chair that is contemporary to today’s trends and adds versatility depending on how you combine it with other elements.
When it comes to flowers, opt for a statement flower on a minimalistic glass cylinder. Top your design with candles of different heights. Statement florals can be orchids, peonies, tulips, hydrangeas, calla lilies, and ranunculus. Yes, these flowers tend to be pricier but you are only using a few of them without any other filler. Please remember to choose the size of the flower vase according to the size that complements the proportion of your flower.
Stick to quality materials like 100% linen and high-quality cotton for your tablecloths. If craftsmanship like hand-stitched hems, embroidery, or lace is out of the wedding budget, opt for minimalistic patterns or solid colors in neutral tones. Additionally, opt for generous sizing as having excess fabric on the table is a desirable feature nowadays. Add contrasts to your linens with stone or porcelain tableware for a clean and sophisticated look. If handcrafted ceramics are a possibility for you, don’t think twice and add them as a personal touch.
Final words from your Guatemala Wedding Planner
By skillfully avoiding common wedding design pitfalls such as outdated rentals, overused floral elements, and generic tabletop decor, we will elevate your wedding's aesthetic. Remember, it's the subtle details that make a lasting impression. We focus on quality over quantity and choose elements that complement your overall vision.
Ready to transform your wedding dreams into reality? We are confident about transforming your wedding dreams into reality. Let our expert Guatemala wedding planners and designers help you create a truly unforgettable celebration. Contact us today to start planning your bespoke wedding.
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