52 GET STYLISH WITH TABLES & CHAIRS “We’re seeing a comeback in chair bows,” says Oznur Ozdemir from Harlow’s Mediterranean Occasions. “Vertical draping with flowers to the back of chairs are also popular. As well as classic ivory and sage green, we’re beginning to see a pattern of sought after colours for centrepieces on tables, with bright and bold hues. Couples are becoming more conscious about sustainability, so are looking into silk florals and biodegradable petals. Whatever you choose, it’s very much a case of ‘go big or go home’, as opposed to anything minimalistic. Couples tell us they want their wedding day photos to be Insta-worthy, for others to use as inspiration.” DO “Get ideas and inspiration from social media and take these with you to your styling appointment.” DON’T “Leave styling to the last minute, as rushing decisions can end up with you regretting the choices you’ve made.” CONTACT www.mediterraneanoccasions.co.uk GET STYLISH WITH DRINKS “Hiring a mobile bar, such as our horsebox, is a great way to style up your venue, in addition to ensuring guests don’t go thirsty,” says Jodi Linger from Billericay’s Full of Fizz. “Cocktails are now more popular than prosecco, with many couples asking for a dedicated cocktail hour during their day. We’re also asked to personalise drinks to represent the newlyweds, and like to use a few quirky signs to dress the bars, as they’re always fun. We recently attended a wedding where the bridesmaids’ dresses were red, so made sure that two of the cocktails were also red. It’s these little touches that go a long way – and look great in your photos!” DO “Let your wedding planner know that they can put some of their own wedding flowers or decor on our bars. We’re always open to ideas and want our bars to look amazing for you.” DON’T “Think too big when it comes to signs for drinks. Smaller is actually better, as you don’t want anything that takes up too much room.” CONTACT https://fulloffizz.com GET STYLISH WITH FOOD “The individual charcuterie cup is popular for wedding receptions,” says Samantha Zive from Ingatestone’s Fig & Feast. “These cups or cones have a few pieces of cheese, a little cured meat, olives and crackers; just enough to keep your guests going before the wedding breakfast. Food, of course, plays a huge part in any wedding, and visually a grazing table will always turn heads at your celebration. From the colour of the food, to the scent of the foliage used to dress your spread, friends and family can pick on cured meats, artisan cheeses, locally-sourced fresh bread, honeycomb, figs, fresh fruit and other delicious treats.” DO “Pick a spread to match the time of your wedding. Why not offer a brunch table, laden with pastries, bagels, fruit, yoghurt and granola, if saying ‘I do’ earlier in the day?” DON’T “Opt for a bog-standard evening buffet – it’s most definitely a thing of the past!” CONTACT www.figandfeast.co.uk
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