Wedding reception decor?

I have no idea where to even begin decorating the reception hall. I'm wondering if anyone has pictures of their reception? I would love to see what others have done! I'm also open to suggestions. Bridesmaids/Groomsmen are wearing an apple green color. Flowers and some accents are light pink, peach, and ivory. Are ice sculptures too overdone? What are your ideas on balloon decor? Thanks!! Oh, reception is in a ballroom at the Hilton.

Wedding reception decor?
You shouldn't need to decorate a ballroom, and definitely not with balloons. Have you seen your room set for a reception? They look very different when they have all of the lights on and the tables are set. I doubt they will let you do much to the space.





And don't feel that you need a theme, you don't.
Reply:Decide on a theme for your wedding. This may make it easier to choose decorations. Do your research on line, bookstores, etc. and decide on ideas that are suitable for you. Choosing a wedding planner will work well if you don't think you are capable of pulling this off alone. Try to have your reception decor similar to your wedding decor to have it all flow smoothly. Remember to keep it classy!!!
Reply:Ballroom at the Hilton sounds nice. Balloon ideas: no balloons! They just dont belong at weddings.


I think the apple green sounds awesome, and if you used that for your centrepieces the room would really pop with color. Apple green flowers in square glass vases. White linens.
Reply:Okay, I have been in and decorated lots of weddings. The Granny Smith Apple Green color is really in. My sister chose this color (Called Clover at David's Bridal) and it is beautiful. We filled vases with real granny smith apples and then put the flowers coming out of the vases. It was beautiful and really added a burst of color without being too overdone. Ice sculptures are beatiful. If you want one go for it! Your colors sound beautiful. I would suggest the vases with green apples, then flower arragements of pink, peach and ivory with it. If you want a real Cinderella wedding do what i did. Rent some Roman Colums to outline the dance floor and hang tulling and tiny lights around the top and around each column. It looks lovely and really sets a romantic mood. You dont have to spend thousands! Just some ivory linen table cloths, a flower arrangement on each table, some tiny lights and beautifully decorated cake, food, gift, and entry tables. If you are still at a loss of what to do, I recommend going to webisites like brides.com theknot. com etc. and you can see photos of real weddings. You can also search the color green to find green weddings.
Reply:First you should check with your venue to see what they allow. Tape, staples, nails etc. Alot of them are very specific as to what they will let you have. Good luck.
Reply:Here are a few ideas for your reception. I really love the shades that you have choosen. I think it will look beautiful, and there are lots of things you can do...


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You can also go to theknot.com and look at real weddings. You can search for them by color, season or location. It will give you a lot of great ideas.


As for the balloons-they can be beautiful when done right, but I personally think that balloons are more for a birthday party and less for wedding decor.


Ice sculptures are beautiful-when you can afford them.