Vases and Flower Stands Pick and choose your favorite decor from one collection, or mix and match any of our products to create a look that is uniquely you.Pick the perfect furniture for your wedding. Furniture rentals for a wedding are a significant expense in the venue budget of a bride. Often, the venue itself will have set prices for their available furniture, or will prefer that you use a vendor it deals with often. Regardless if you use a recommended vendor or ferret a company out for yourself, you should be aware of the average cost of wedding furniture rentals so you know you are getting a good price. Round Tables Most of the decorating energy for a wedding will be focused on tables and table design. Since linens will be covering your table, concentrate on the shape you want rather than the appearance of the table. Round tables help spur conversation among guests, and typically cost around $8 for a 48 inch table that will seat six guests. Eight to 10 guests can be seated at larger tables of 60 to 66 inches, which usually cost between $8.30 and $8.50 per table.
It is always less expensive to opt for a larger table because you will need fewer tables and centerpieces. Square and Rectangular Tables For a more vintage look, you may consider square and rectangular tables that can stand alone or be lined up in a row. Tables that are 6 feet long typically seat six to eight people for between $6.75 and $8 each. A table that is 8 feet long that can seat up to 10 can be found for between $7 and $8.50 each. No matter the length, the width is usually 30 inches. Chairs Unless you are planning on covering a chair with rented linens, the look of the chair is important. Unlike the table rental, the chair will be on display, so more care should be taken in choosing its style. The least expensive chairs are the more traditional white padded and stained wood chairs. These cost around $2 each. A folding chair with no padding is even more economical at $1 each. A fancier chair choice is the Chiavari chair. These have more of a dining room chair appearance, which is more luxurious and suits vintage and upscale weddings the best.
These can range from $5 to $8 depending upon the company. Lounge Furniture A popular choice for reception decor for modern-styled weddings is the outdoor living room, or "lounge" style. This involves couches, ottomans and outdoor beds for a relaxed cocktail experience. Square ottomons can be placed separately or pushed together for combined seating for about $55 to $65. Square beds are a fun alternative to cocktail chairs, and are generally $70 to $85. Round beds are a bit pricier, around $195 each. Lounge furniture pieces can be sold as combinable separates, so you can mix and match within your price point for an original design that best suits your space. References Party Unlimited Rental: TablesThe Imperial Party Rentals: Price ListLounge Essence Events: Seating Photo Credits Digital Vision./Digital Vision/Getty Images MORE MUST-CLICKS: How to Make a Loft Apartment Work How to Make Cheap Outside Christmas Decorations How Much Money Should I Take for a Weekend in NYC? Wedding Centerpiece Ideas on a Budget Using Silk Flowers The Average Cost to Build a Porch Household Items Checklist for Newlyweds
By Kellee Khalil for Lover.ly When planning a wedding, couples tend to think about their budget in terms of "big ticket" items: the dress, the venue, the flowers, food, beverages. All of these things alone can take a huge chunk of their budget, but add in all of the wedding day "extras," (think favors, escort cards and over-the-top decor) and most couples find themselves on the wrong end of their budgeting spreadsheet. While it's easy to get carried away with all of the pretty things that can make their special day an affair to remember (like those $12/piece Chiavari chairs), it's also easy to come up thousands of dollars short due to unexpected, hidden wedding costs. Whatever you decide, make sure you have a clear understanding and a written contract with all of the fees you will incur on the day of, and the days leading up to, your wedding day. Here are some of the most common "hidden" wedding costs. Photo by: Cappy Hotchkiss on Snippet and Ink via Lover.ly Most venues are going in the direction of either providing the wedding cake as part of their package via their own in-house pastry chef, or being specially contracted through a local bakery to use them exclusively at their venue.
However, if you find a reception venue that allows you to bring your own cake, beware of cake cutting fees. Meaning, you can bring in Aunt Betty's cake or a lovely confection from your local grocery store, but be prepared for your venue to charge upwards of $3 per slice to cut the cake. It might be cheaper for some couples to use their venue's option in the first place. So you've paid the fee to use your reception site, but what if they only offer the space? You're probably going to need to provide your own if you're going for a swoon-worthy, magazine spread look. Event rentals in major metropolitan areas can run anywhere from $3/per chair for white wooden folding chairs to $22/per chair for clear Chiavari styles. The same goes for tables, linens, place settings and glasses. So, while your venue may offer a basic selection, remember that it might not fit in with your decor or style. Finding a space that fits into your vision may actually be worth spending a few extra dollars. "On Top Of" Fees
Aside from fees to cut the cake or redecorate your venue, you need to consider what we like to call "on-top-of" costs. Photo by: Abby Jiu on Snippet and Ink via Lover.ly You budgeted enough (or maybe a bit more) for the most beautiful letterpress invitations with multiple inserts -- the map, reception card, wedding website card, photo cards, but that's not the only expense a couple will have when considering stationery and invitations. An invitation suite will most likely need more than one stamp on the actual envelope due to the weight and shape, but it's also prudent to factor in the cost of another $0.45 stamp for the RSVP envelope for guests, if that's what they choose. Postage can easily add another $100-$150 to wedding expenses. While a bride might get extremely lucky and find a gown that fits perfectly right off the rack, remember that this isn't the typical wedding dress shopping experience. The way most dress shopping/buying works (and there are many different options here, depending on where you go) is you try on a sample of the dress, and order it in your size.
For most brides, the size 8 that comes in might have the right fit in the bust or hips, but could very well be too long or too short. Alterations are an "on-top-of" costs in most bridal salons, and are most likely not included in the price of the gown. If you want a bustle for your train or to add some extra padding in the chest, add another $50-$200 depending on the gown. Photo by: Angie Welsch on Bridal Musings via Lover.ly Make-up trials and hair trials, to be exact. It isn't uncommon for brides to make room in their wedding day budget for professional hair and makeup, but make sure the cost of a trial run is also considered. It makes sense -- they are still doing a job, after all. Charging a reduced fee for a trial of hair or makeup is the norm these days, so if you're going to be paying for these services and getting a full face of makeup or beautiful locks, try to plan them on the same day as say, a bridal shower, engagement photo session or engagement party. Credit Card Fees/Interest Rates