creating a memorable wedding atmosphere
the perfect atmosphere
Weddings are one of the most important days of our lives! So creating the perfect wedding atmosphere, one that leaves a lasting impression amongst all guests and photographs beautifully too, is absolutely essential.
With unparalleled expertise gained from thirty years of luxury wedding production, we have compiled our top wedding tips to get you started! From venue choice to lighting and audio, we have highlighted all the elements to consider, as well as those that are easy to overlook but often make the biggest impact. For inspiration, view some of our weddings here!
Read on to explore how to create the perfect wedding atmosphere for your special day!
venue choice
As a London event production company, we have first hand experience of transforming venues for all types of events, ranging from grand dinners and luxury receptions, to weddings and private celebrations. Venue choice is one of the first things to consider, and is integral to developing your desired ambience as a couple. We have made it easy for you by matching wedding atmospheres to the types of venues we believe best achieves them!
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A conservatory or orangery will help to create an elegant and bright feel to your ceremony and reception. Making use of natural light throughout the day, and seamlessly transitioning into your evening celebrations when the sun goes down!
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Head to a museum out of hours for a unique setting like no other! High ceilings and quirky architectural details will create that sense of grandeur which will undoubtedly wow your guests.
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Sometimes its nice to keep it traditional! Try a Gallery setting for the perfect balance between modern elegance and vintage classic.
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An intimate ballroom in a romantic hotel will allow you to keep all of your celebrations in once place. Decorate the space with your wedding theme for continuity throughout the day.
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For a fun club and speakeasy vibe, choose a venue with its own secret dark basement, which can be brought to life with expert audio and lighting design, and will cleverly contrast your day and night celebrations.
lighting
Lighting is the ideal way to draw attention to the unique features of your venue and the most important elements of your day. Whether its the subtle uplighting of a characterful stone pillar, or decking the dance floor with disco balls, lighting features can transform any space to fit your vision! We have listed a few lighting ideas below that will help to create your desired mood.
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An installation of subtle fairy lights will illuminate your ceremony and provide an intimate and romantic atmosphere. Suspended festoons provide a more modern touch, still keeping it rustic and welcoming.
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We can add mirror balls, haze machines, and strobe lights to your dance floor to create the ultimate evening party and see your celebrations through the night! Further impress your guests by dining under sparkling chandeliers during your wedding breakfast.
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For a more elegant feel, we can use pinspotting to highlight table centre pieces and florals. Subtle uplighting is a guaranteed way to bring an air of class to the wedding breakfast and ceremony.
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Built-in LED lighting will keep the all important bar looking slick, providing a clean and modern feel to the space.
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To draw attention in a more subtle way, feature a twinkling backdrop behind your live band, or use colour controllable fixtures to manipulate the feel of your space for different elements of the day.
audio
Acoustics vary wildly between venues, so our team of celebration specialists always visits your wedding location to ensure we plan the perfect PA system tailored to your venue. Whether its subtle background music or impressive live entertainment, having the correct audio support will enhance your theme, lighting, and desired atmosphere for the day!
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Background music is a key scene setter. From the all important bridal walk song, right through to the last dance of the night, a tailored PA system is crucial for key moments of the day. Wise provides sound systems that seamlessly blend into your venue and chosen style, and can further be adapted to created different spaces, like a quieter area for those who shy away from the dancefloor!
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Often considered the best part of the day, the speeches! A quality mic is essential to making sure your guests can hear your chosen speakers, as well as for capturing on record to listen back to for years to come.
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Live performances are an effective way to tailor the soundtrack to your special day. When considering the performers to book, it’s easiest to break down your day into four sections: ceremony, drinks reception, wedding breakfast, and evening party. For each part of the day, you can select performances that align with the atmosphere you wish to create. Romantic atmospheres suit a harpist or acoustic band, whilst party atmospheres lend themselves to large bands and DJ’s!
colour scheme
Colour is the best way to achieve the atmosphere you envision for your wedding day. Using two contrasting colours can help to create depth, whilst an open white can elegantly highlight your florals, cake, and other significant features.
Here are some combinations to think about to help create different moods:
Ambience // warm golds, cozy ambers
Luxury // deep purples, rich ambers
Party // strong blues, purples, pinks
the added wow factor
In addition to lighting, sound, and theme design, Wise can help you create some extra elements that will ensure your guests feel that added wow factor long after the day has finished.
Photo Booth // add a bespoke crafted photo booth or area where guests can congregate and capture their own memories from your special day!
Cocktail Bar // Wise can help to create bespoke bars and drinks areas, tailored to your theme or even your favourite drinks choices.
Dance Floor // dance well into the night with a dance floor that compliments your chosen colour scheme.
Lounge Area // for those guests who shy away from the dance floor and fancy a relax and a gossip instead!
Food Stations // keep things relaxed with a bespoke food station, adding a fun and personalised touch to your celebrations.
Mirror Ball // a staple - need we say more!
how Wise can help!
Our friendly experts have been supporting engaged couples and wedding planners create spectacular wedding atmospheres for over thirty years. As our next Wise couple, you can relax into your day knowing the atmosphere of your wedding will be uniquely crafted, beautifully designed, and seamlessly delivered!
Hannah Ferguson, Client Director