When planning every detail of your fall wedding, from fall wedding guest dresses to decor and lighting, it’s easy to forget the basics. Yet, fantastic lighting and decor can turn a fall wedding from forgettable to fantastic. In this guide, we’re going to explore ways to best elevate your fall wedding to an elegant autumnal extravaganza. Let’s dive in!
The Importance of Lighting and Decor in Fall Wedding Planning
Lighting and decor are essential in planning the perfect fall wedding. The right colors will not be appreciated in inappropriate lighting, nor will the decorations or any of the party’s dresses. Plus, lighting often sets the tone for the entire ambiance of the wedding itself.
Furthermore, without the right technical expertise, it can be difficult to best utilize lighting properly in wedding planning. Let’s break down how these elements enhance the fall wedding experience and how to plan accordingly.
Lighting
One of the biggest unexpected problems in a space is the tone of the lighting. Different lights can be warmer or cooler in tone depending on how they’re housed and built. The native lighting of the space may be different from the lighting where you first bought or saw the colors. Quite literally, it can look different in a different light.
Working with a lighting professional means they can figure out solutions to solve that problem. In an example like the one above, this could mean adding a fixture to appropriately light the affected item. In many cases, they offer a custom lighting design.
Ultimately, lighting is also a great way to enhance the mood at the wedding. You wouldn’t want the bride and groom’s first dance to be under anything less than romantic mood lighting. The same goes for getting people moving on the dance floor!
Decor
Working with an expert gives you access to decor elements that may be out of reach of an amateur designer. For example, you can implement custom monograms in one of several different ways for the reception. Some potential options include placement on an LED dance floor, a photo booth, or a vinyl wrap for the dance floor.
One idea to consider is an LED screen placed near the entrance showing custom photos of the wedding party. It can lend a personal touch to the event and highlight the people in the joyous union we’re celebrating.
Working with a professional will mean similar ideas to this alongside more experience in executing them. They’re as invested as you are in making sure your wedding day is an unforgettable one.
Sound & Other Enhancements
The right sound set-up is just as important as lighting. That should include microphones for the ceremony and an audio technician on standby. That way, any issues that come up can be handled quickly and professionally.
Live entertainment is an exciting and unforgettable way to amp up your wedding event experience. In addition to DJs, many ceremonies can make expert use of live violin, saxophone, singers, jazz bands, or more.
Nowadays, we don’t need to restrict the ceremony to loved ones who are able to attend. With live-streaming capabilities, you can make sure anyone around the world you care about can see your special day.
Working alongside lighting and sound specialists will greatly enhance not just the lights or sound but the entire event overall.
6 (and More!) Exciting Fall Wedding Colors to Consider
Fall wedding colors are tricky to choose from; you can’t go with the same color palette as a June wedding. Since fewer fall weddings are outdoor weddings, interior lighting, and acoustics both have a greater impact on the event. The last thing you want is to have the perfect colors in a room full of unflattering lighting showcasing it.
Plus, projecting the right hues can enhance the ambiance, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere that reflects the richness of the season. To help inspire your choice, we’re going to examine some potentially great options and what would work great with them.
1. Forest Green
When used sparingly or as an accent, forest green will provide a strong contrast for brighter tones. Consider it for an accessory like candles or for plates. When pairing forest green, try to pair it with an earthy jewel tone like burgundy.
2. Cranberry
Cranberries are a staple of fall food and flavors, so their rich reds naturally evoke the fall season. You can take advantage of that association by including it as part of your fall wedding colors. Cranberry really pops as an accent color for accessories like ribbons or on the bouquet. It provides a strong contrast with burgundy or black or can work as a neutral alongside white.
3. Terracotta
Terracotta is more commonly seen in summer weddings, but it works just as well in a fall palette. It provides a rustic warmth and earthiness that supplements a range of jewel and earth tones. Consider pairing it with similar warm tones like tan or marigold. It also works great for dinner settings.
4. Pumpkin
Few colors scream fall quite the same way pumpkin does, whether in a Halloween jack-o-lantern or a pumpkin spice latte. Pumpkin makes for a cozy color option alongside other seasonal nature-inspired colors. Consider using it for elements like blankets, reception seating, or bouquet accents. It can be easily balanced with neutral shades of white, gray, or cream.
5. Copper
Metallic colors are great year-round, but copper outshines gold and silver as a fall wedding color choice. The easiest way to utilize it is through tablescape choices, like in vases or flatware. Copper pairs well with earth tones, scarlet, and saffron, as well as against darker blues and purple (like navy and plum).
6. Black
Black isn’t just for ties and tuxedos. If used sparingly, it can make for a dramatic compliment or contrast with other color choices. For example, adding black to candlesticks or napkins can bring a certain moody elegance to the event. This can be further enhanced with gold or jewel tones. However, unless you’re planning certain themes though (like a Halloween theme wedding,) it doesn’t make for a great central color.
Some Other Fall Color Options to Consider
Still not feeling inspired? Here are some other great fall colors to consider exploring in further detail:
- Marigold
- Navy
- Blush
- Peach
- Plum
- Rust
- Caramel
- Mauve
- Olive
- Crimson
- Taupe
- Burgundy
Enhance Your Fall Wedding Decor with Premier Sound & Lighting
No matter how beautiful your wedding looks or sounds, if your guests can’t see or hear it nobody’s enjoying it. Couple with an elegant white glove DJ experience, the right sound and lighting set-up perfectly frame the evening’s festivities. Make sure your wedding guests have an unforgettable view celebrating your special day with stellar professional lighting and sound.
If you’re in the Houston or Dallas area, the best choice in wedding entertainment is luckily also the most elegant one. Wedding services from Premier Sound and Lighting help with the technical details so you can best celebrate your special day. So, make your dream wedding a breathtaking reality you’ll never forget with every element you need from Premier Sound and Lighting!
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