Your North East Wedding - Page number 48 - November/December 2021 (Issue 47)

▲ Having an intimate wedding doesn’t mean you have to settle on styling or décor. In fact, it’s even more important! A smaller guest list allows you to focus on the budget and spend money on the things you love, while bringing your venue to life. Last year, Neatly Seated worked on this wedding at Black Horse, which had the appropriate amount of people to meet the Covid-19 restrictions at the time. Owner Diane Nicholson says, “I worked with the bride to create gorgeous centrepieces; having candles was her main wish. We also provided our lovely Chiavari chairs.” Styling with oodles of gorgeous-green foliage is still enjoying a moment in the sun. Think garlands, centrepieces, table runners, arches and hoops. Also, use it to highlight features of your venue such as a mantlepiece or staircase. 48 Getting married outside is a great idea, and there are a few easy ways to make the space more intimate. Diane Nicholson at Neatly Seated was inspired by this garden wedding, which had a stunning outcome despite being rushed due to an ill family member. Diane says, “It was a fabulously hot day, and everything was perfect for this lovely couple. We provided blossom trees, a sweet cart, a wedding arch, centrepieces and sashes. With it being so hot, the couple hired a marquee to shade the guests.” ▼ Chill-out areas complete with comfy sofas, and even firepits if you’re outside, are great for guests who’d rather opt out of the dancing and spend time catching up instead. ▲