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2017.11.14 published

How to Decorate Tables for the After Party?

I think many brides hold the after-party immediately after the wedding reception.＊

An after-party with close friends is much more relaxed and enjoyable compared to the wedding reception◎

By the way, how are you planning to decorate the after-party, including the main table and guest table flowers?

While you may have discussed the progress and games of the after-party with your partner or organizer, it seems that many brides haven't considered the decoration and floral arrangements!

Therefore, this time, we will introduce various aspects related to the main table and guest table for the after-party.＊

@nagisa_marry

First, let's talk about how to arrange decorations and floral arrangements for the after-party.＊

There are two options, so let’s explore them♩

How to Arrange After-Party Decorations and Flowers ① Use Items from the Wedding Reception

If you are holding the after-party on the same premises (for example, in a different venue within the same hotel),

it's common for the wedding venue's florist or planner to move items and table flowers that were displayed in the welcome space.＊

If the after-party is not being held on the same premises but is nearby, you will need to ask the after-party organizers or reception staff to move items and flowers.

Using the items from the wedding reception for the after-party is a great way to save costs!＊

When taking items from the wedding reception, it’s important to consider the following five points:

① Who will take them?

② Who will decorate with them?

③ What will be taken?

④ Is it allowed to bring in the flowers from the wedding reception to the after-party venue?

⑤ Is it permissible to take flowers from the wedding reception venue to the after-party venue?

It’s crucial to discuss these points with:

☑ The wedding planner

☑ The after-party venue planner

☑ The organizers

Also, if you're bringing flowers to the after-party venue, something like a glass bowl with flowers can be difficult to transport. Therefore, choose easily portable arrangements like a bouquet♩

How to Arrange After-Party Decorations and Flowers ② Arrange at the After-Party Venue

If the after-party venue is far away or if the flowers from the wedding venue cannot be brought to the after-party, or if you want to change the atmosphere of the flowers and decorations between the wedding and after-party, you will need to arrange them at the after-party venue.

This allows for a different ambiance at the after-party; for example, the wedding reception can be cute, while the after-party can be more sophisticated.＊

Additionally, some brides who can’t bring flowers from the wedding reception but still want to save costs might choose not to decorate it at all.

Indeed, since the after-party is usually a standing reception, it might not matter if there are no flowers on the guest tables, and sometimes the main table is not used much. So, it could be perfectly fine without them◎

Who Should You Ask for After-Party Decorations?

The next question that comes to mind is who to ask for the after-party decorations.

Generally, the planner at the after-party venue will handle the decorations＊

If you’re utilizing a service for after-party facilitation, the planner from that service might also handle them◎

➡ Learn more about after-party facilitation here＊

However, some after-party venues may not provide decorations.

In that case, if you want decorations, you will need to ask the organizers.

Therefore, it might be best not to undertake large-scale decorations to lessen the burden on them◎

Recommended After-Party Decorations?

So, what kind of decorations are good for the after-party?

Among what I have seen, I particularly like the idea of a “Takasago sofa” (a decorative sofa for the couple)＊

Typically, during the after-party, the newlyweds tend to move around and converse with guests a lot. They rarely sit down for a leisurely meal or spend much time at the main table.

Therefore, a Takasago sofa is often more recommended than a main table＊ It's easier to move around, and if decorated nicely, it can also serve as a photo booth♩

By having a main table for the wedding reception and a Takasago sofa for the after-party, you can create a dramatically different ambiance, which is quite appealing◎

@kiyono0225

Additionally, creating a photo booth within the after-party venue is also recommended!

At the after-party, there’s often a queue forming for guests to take pictures with the newlyweds.

Having a photo booth can help facilitate that line, and it makes for cute photos♩

Furthermore, during the mingling time before the after-party starts, guests are sure to take lots of pictures together◎

@min_no_arukikata

【No More Confusion】 Let’s Consider After-Party Decorations and Flowers Early on＊

We've introduced you to after-party decorations and table flowers!＊

While there's often a lot to consider regarding the progress of the after-party and entertainment/games, many brides might not have thought about decorations and flowers!

Keep in mind the decorations and flowers for the after-party to ensure a wonderful venue ambiance♩

➡ Check out the full list of articles on wedding after-parties here＊

@saa.wd0715