Some Looks

'Classic'

Simple, elegant, unfussy. Usually with a matted floor and plain pleated linings, occasionally with a 'splash' of colour in the form of roof overlays or pelmets in-keeping with a particular colour scheme. Plain ivory or white linen complimenting uncomplicated table lay-ups. Chandelier lighting. Simple but beautiful flowers. Stylish but not over-stated furniture (i.e. gilt banqueting chairs).

'Lavish'

Rich colours (deep reds, purples etc). A solid flooring system with carpet. Nightsky (Starcloth) linings overhead. Individual lights onto table centres and other features. Grand floral displays (with their own lighting). Luxurious table lay-ups, and wonderful furniture (Chiavari chairs, 6' round tables or refectory style).

'Minimalist'

Almost exclusively ivory throughout, or another neutral colour. This style tends to focus the mind upon the guests of honour and the days activities rather than the environment in which they are in. Always popular.

'Pretty'

Extensive use of colours, flowers etc to make the marquee a 'dream' venue. Pink is a popular colour, being incorporated into linen, linings, flowers, cake etc. Often tables have garlands, especially the cake table. 

'Winter'

Quite similar to 'Lavish' in that a solid floor is a must. Deep colours give the impression of warmth (burgundies, reds, oranges etc) whilst marquee heater units actually do the job. Christmas trees are a reasonably cheap and extremely effective decoration, especially with fairy lights. Atmospheric lighting, using colours where appropriate, again helps with the impression of warmth.

'Magical'

Nightsky linings are very popular throughout the marquee for weddings of late, i.e. not just over the dance floor. The 'Magical' look incorporates many features of the Lavish and the Winter look, especially careful use of decoration. However, this decoration does not have to be extortionately expensive - t-light candles for example offer fantastic atmosphere and value. Much use is made of clever and atmospheric lighting.

'Contemporary'

Often employs use of strong silvers and other metallic colours and effects. Modern feature lighting. Often chrome furnishings (bars etc) and aluminium banqueting chairs. Modern floral displays and table lay-ups. Bespoke linings can be made in whatever colour and finish required.

Alternatively, 'Hot' colours - 'tango' orange, lime green, vivid yellows. Loud and garish is very popular at the moment, and an enormous range of linens, seat pads etc are available to compliment this look. Amazing coloured lighting can be employed, especially when dealing with features such as modern floral displays. Fun, bright and a far cry from the envisaged 'traditional' marquee interior.