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Marquee Wedding inspiration


Eden Harrhy Guides for Brides DIY Wedding and Countryside expert
Eden Harrhy Updated:
8th of March 2023

Wanting a marquee wedding but not sure where to start? Here is some inspiration to get your creative juices flowing so you can create your dream day.

Neutral Colours

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Who says marquee wedding receptions need to feature ivory drapes and white tablecloths?

This more natural effect is not expensive to achieve; with natural wooden tables, neutral soft furnishings and light florals with an array of greenery. This couple has shaved a huge chunk from their budget by dispensing with expensive flooring, wall linings and chair covers, yet the overall effect oozes style and extravagance.

Find the best supplier for your dream wedding decor, here on Guides for Brides.

Extravagant Florals

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Stunning floral details like these can really make the blank canvas of a marquee wedding venue pop. Whether they are tree-like, hanging like gorgeous chandeliers or centre pieces, the florals will really bring your look together. Talk to your florist to co-ordinate this with the rest of your theming and it is bound to take peoples breath away!

Still looking for the perfect florist? Explore a range of talented florists here on Guides for Brides.

Bringing the outside in

Carron Marquees marquee around a pond

You could even have your marquee erected around a stunning outdoor feature such as a pond or water fountain to act as the centre piece of the venue. Like the pond in this image, it can create magical reflections as the night goes on adding to the fairytale feel to your special day.

Want to find a venue that has room for a marquee? Find one here on Guides for Brides

Let there be light

Open sided marquee

One benefit of a marquee wedding is having beautiful natural lighting. You can enhance this even further, in the warmer months, by having open sides. This not only lets the light in but also increases the airflow creating a calm and refreshing atmosphere.

Fairytale Lighting

Marquee wedding

Why not create your own night sky with beautiful lights drapped throughout the roof of your marquee. This will create a fairytale effect and wow your guests from start to finish.

A pop of Colour

Tipi marquee wedding venue

Adding a pop of colour in a simple way such as lanterns, lights, flowers or decor really bring the look of a marquee wedding venue to life.

If you're looking for your ideal wedding marquee supplier, explore a range here on Guides for Brides.

Eden Harrhy Guides for Brides DIY Wedding and Countryside expert

About the author


Eden Harrhy

Eden is a country girl that loves the great outdoors and all things relating to farm and DIY weddings. Whether you plan to get married in a marquee at home or hosting your big day in a gorgeous barn wedding venue, Eden is the best person to speak to about weddings in the countryside wherever you are marrying in the UK. A lover of arts and crafts, Eden is also our resident DIY wedding expert and can help you to come up with ideas for making your own wedding decor, stationery and so much more.

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