We have heard a lot about our gatherings being much smaller this year than ever (under 50 people). While a 50 person limit on our event seems like a challenge, it doesn’t have to be a lesser affair. On the contrary, an intimate event can be just as exquisite as a larger more elaborate one. It might even allow you the flexibility to spend more than you would have otherwise on your decor. Some brides, however, might decide to spend less since not that many people will be witnessing their decor efforts.
It might also be tempting for many brides planning a smaller event to feel like they would be better off doing the entire event themselves because of the smaller scale. However, just because the guest count is lower, the event itself should not be treated differently than a larger one and it should be just as precisely executed with all the elements properly and professionally created. Actually, it’s easier to camouflage flaws during bigger events whereas in a more boutique setting, everything is visible and there is no room for errors.
It might be very appealing to some to purchase their own decor elements, especially chair covers, to create their desired look but there are many draw backs to this:
1. not all chairs are standard and as such, the covers you are purchasing will very likely be the wrong fit for your venue which will result in a bad look or in a bad purchase….both of which will require a re do of some sort.
2. you will have to depend on family and friends to help you install them, remove and package them…adding more stress to your wedding day.
3. if the covers work out for your event, you will then have to clean them, repair them and try to resell them, which all takes time and more of your money.
4. a “do-it-yourself” rental would cost you about $2 per chair, whereas, purchasing brand new chair covers is usually around $3 USD and up (plus shipping). Used chair covers are a lot less to purchase but you would still have to consider repairing them and cleaning them before use IF they end up being the correct size for your venue’s chairs.
If you are a “do-it-yourself” enthusiast, you might be drawn to purchasing your own decor but the reality is, you would spend less money on a DIY rental than you would on purchasing these items, without having to deal with the above problems.
It is important that your wedding day, regardless of size, be treated with the same respect you would have given it prior to the pandemic. Do not feel cheated out the day you have always dreamed of. When in doubt, ask a professional. They will have all the necessary elements to create your dream at very affordable rates.
In our case, we can offer chair cover rentals starting at $1.95 ea for DIY. We can also offer the “do-it-yourself” bride aisle runners, pew markers and table linen at very reasonable rates. All you have to do is ask us!