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Using Columns In Wedding Decor

Some brides feel that the old saying, the bigger, the better is true. They want to add a sense of largeness to their wedding decor. Many decorators share this vision. It is similar to those who build their houses on hills or small inclines to make their house appear larger than it actually is.

A great way to add that fancy appeal to a wedding is to use columns. Columns are a traditional way to add class and elegance to any wedding. They give the wedding a Roman look, in a simple way.

Using columns in wedding decoration is a simple task. Most brides choose to rent their columns from local wedding rental companies. It is possible however to buy columns at many large craft outlets.

The columns you may purchase may need to be painted however. Most of the columns used for weddings are not as heavy as they look, but some of them are tall and may need to be delivered, as they will not fit in most vehicles.

To make the most of columns, it is good to use taller columns at doorways or entrances. This allows the guest to immediately sense the largeness of the decor. Another good place to put tall columns is in the front of the ceremony location directly in front of and to the sides of where the wedding couple will stand for their vows.

Smaller columns are widely used in todays wedding decor. They can be used to hold the guest book or for the minister or wedding official to place their materials. Columns are also commonly used for unity candles that are not placed in candelabras. For an extra dramatic look, brides can also line the outer edges of the ceremony location with shorter columns.


The beauty of using columns is that you can make them as simple or as elaborate as youd like. They are beautiful both ways. Some brides choose to use them as they are. Most are painted white and can be gorgeous standing alone. Other brides choose to decorate their columns.

Taller columns can be decorated in several ways. Tulle can be used to spice them up. By wrapping them in tulle garland, the column is immediately transformed. Tulle can also simply be draped over the top of the column. Different colors of tulle can add a dramatic look to an ordinary white column.

Garlands of greenery and flowers as well as strings of pearls and beads are also useful in this decorating. Strings of white lights can add special lighting to a column as well. Shorter columns can also be decorated with tulle. Setting candles or flowers on top of the shorter columns is a great way to accessorize.

Columns are a wonderful and easy way to add height and class to your wedding decor. They have the ability to command attention and are a great asset to any wedding style. Brides can use them as they see fit and add personal preference in decorating them. Overall, they are versatile wedding accessories a bride should not go without.



About the Author

Whitney Acke is a freelance writer from Lexington, Kentucky. In addition to freelance writing she also enjoys songwriting. She and her husband have two young boys and four dogs.  She is a regular contributor to http://www.wedding-decorating-ideas.com.

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