Whether you are looking for an engagement party, wedding, or any other type of event where love is in the air – you can transform your tent rental into a romantic oasis with these steps on how to decorate a tent for a wedding.
Romance can leave you or your significant other feeling elated and on cloud 9. With the hustle and bustle of life, a romantic evening is much appreciated – even needed some days. It is a sure-fire way to remind each other that love is what is important.
Surrounding yourselves in soft lighting, soft seating, and peaceful surroundings can enhance any romantic evening. Knowing how to decorate a tent for a wedding or engagement can be difficult, especially because you want everything to be romantic and perfect. If you are wanting to have a sophisticated wedding or engagement party, here are a few hints to make sure you are on the right track.
How to decorate a tent for a wedding: 5 considerations
Many people are not extremely familiar with how to decorate a tent for a wedding. However, with these tips, you’ll decorate like a pro in no time. Get the candles ready, and let the sparks fly, because after this, you’ll know what it takes to plan a romantic wedding or evening with a tent rental.
There are five aspects and ways of decorating a tent to consider:
- Seating arrangements
- Proper (and elegant) lighting
- Romantic and soft decorations
- Bringing the heat with a fire place
- Treats for guests
We’ll go into detail on each of these five ways to decorate a tent below.
Plan comfortable seating
When preparing your romantic tent, focus on the seating as a priority. There are a few options that can get you the look and feel you are going for.
- Use a comfy couch or couches. Again, make sure to add soft pillows to lean against.
- If you want to make your seating a little more eccentric, you can choose to fill the floor of your tent with big pillows. Keep them cushiony and colorful.
The space you sit on will allow for comfort for your guests to mingle and have a great time.
Lighting the space
Lighting can set the ambiance of any room. When you are going for a romantic look, you will want to avoid things like bright lights, flashing lights, and brightly colored lights. These things perk energy up, rather than having a calming effect. Instead, opt for things such as:
- Candles. You can line the area with multiple little candles or a few bigger candles. The soft glow that is distributed by candles can absolutely set a romantic mood. You will just want to keep fire safety in mind. Don’t get the candles too close to the pillows and make sure they are sitting on a secure surface. Having a fire extinguisher nearby is not a bad idea, either.
- Think white holiday lighting. You can use these string lights by draping designs across the ceiling. You can string them along the base of the tent. Or maybe even pin up designs using them on the walls of the tent.
- Soft colored lights work well, too. For instance, soft pinks or a calming, soft blue. These colored lights fill the tent with their hues, allowing your guest or guests to be affected by their color.
Take care when you are setting up the lighting for your space. Make sure it sets the mood you are desiring and that it won’t leave your guest or guests feeling like they are on display under some bright lights.
Decorations worth considering
Because the seating and the lighting are what will make the romantic setting, actual decorations aren’t too important. However, if you are looking to decorate, there are a few tasteful ways that you can add to the ambiance. For example:
- Flowers – You may decide to add flowers, such as roses, to the decorated tent. You can do so in vases or by placing the roses (or just the petals) around the tent.
- Paper lanterns – These lanterns provide such a feeling of warmth. They provide color and decoration, as well as soft lighting.
- Aroma oils – Soft lit aroma oil burners can offer a scent that can transform the tent into a calming space with a natural scent that won’t be overpowering.
Don’t go overboard on decorations. Keep it warm and inviting – and leave the balloons and streamers at the store!
Adding a fire pit
If you want to take your wedding or engagement party decor a bit further, try adding a fire pit. There isn’t anything quite as romantic as sitting with your significant other around a fire pit. Use it for warmth, the mood, or to roast some s’mores.
And, no, the fire pit does not go inside the tent – but rather just outside.
Champagne bottles and little treats
Your guests will definitely appreciate well thought out food and drinks at your party. Here are a few ideas for you to have handy:
- Champagne because, well, champagne is just one of those things you need nearby when you are having a magically romantic night in a tent under the stars.
- Chocolates – chocolate is sweet, enjoyable, and goes well with champagne.
- Strawberries (or other cut up or easy-to-eat fruits) – these also go well with champagne and can be enjoyed rather easily and mess-free.
- Cheese and crackers platter – Mix up the cheese and cracker varieties to make it more or less
- Mediterranean plate – Kalamata olives, feta cheese, pita, hummus
You will want to keep it light and simple. With the low lighting and the soft furniture, it would be difficult to have a full several course meal. Instead, pack a romantic picnic-like snack and beverage.
Planning a romantic evening for your wedding or engagement party in a tent should be relaxing for all. However, with all this knowledge, you’ll be a pro when it comes to knowing how to decorate a tent for a wedding or engagement! So, gather your tent, your seating made for cuddling, and grab your significant other for a beautiful night under the stars.