Decorating with Mirrors

Every bride is looking for something special to add to the design of their wedding to set it apart. One idea that you may not have considered before is mirrors. With their reflective quality, elegance, and drama, mirrors can be the perfect decorating tool for your wedding.

There are numerous ways in which mirrors can be used to est a tone. They can be hunt on the wall of course, but mirrors can also be incorporated into centerpieces. This surprisingly versatile element can do so much to spice up a wedding reception. Mirrors are an old favourite trick of wedding planners because they have the power to visually expand a space, reflect other decorations and increase their impact - plus add some glamour!

Centerpieces

The centerpieces are a great place to think about using mirrors. They can be rented and used to make a low budget centerpiece appear to be much more grand and full. A tried and true trick is to set a floral centerpiece surrounded by candles on a round mirror in the middle of each reception table. The candlelight will look spectacular dancing in the reflective surface of the mirror, and the entire display will appear to be larger than it is.

Mirrored Boxes

For a modern wedding, try setting centerpieces on mirrored boxes. They are a sleek and stylish way to add levels to your table decorations. Keep the floral arrangements on the mirrored boxes sleek and contemporary. Tall clear cylinders of submerged flowers would be gorgeous. The mirrored boxes would also be great for a Winter Wonderland wedding. They are an ideal base for centerpieces created from white birch brands, draped with dazzling crystal teardrops that sparkle like bridal jewelry.

Disco Balls

Mirrors can also be used above the reception tables. For a cool retro wedding, rent '70s inspired disco balls to light up the night. Use small disco balls over each table, or rent one giant one to hang over the dance floor. The reflective mirrors on the ball send beams of light dancing around the room, which creates a fabulous twinkling effect on crystal bridal jewelry. An alternative is the chic and elegant look of art deco style mirrored chandeliers. There are very cool and work beautifully for a cocktail reception. Having little mini disco balls on the tables help reflect great light around the reception tables as well.


Reception Enhancements

Certainly, mirrors can be hung on the reception walls. Large ones in ornate gilt frames are a nice accent when you are trying to create an opulent atmosphere. Mirrors can also be placed strategically around the reception site to make the space appear larger and to give it better light. Even simple mirrors with plain edges can be used for this. Think about situating them in place where they will also visually multiply the number of floral arrangmenets to make your decroations appear more lush.