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CHICAGOWEDDINGRESOURCE.COMThe right lighting can go a long way to enhance
your wedding day ambiance
By Carley Lintz, CTW Features
There are a lot of details that go into planning
your wedding day, from the desserts and
dress to the vendors and venue. One detail
you shouldn’t overlook: the lighting.
How you decide to brighten up your event
can make a big impact on the overall look
and vibe. Here are a few trendy lighting ideas
to help your big day truly shine.
1. LIGHT UP LETTERS
Who doesn’t want to see their name up in
lights? With trendy light-up block letters you
can finally can! Spell out your new last name,
join together your first initials or create a
simple statement with the letters L, O, V,
and E.
2. CHANDELIERS
Whether you hang them from the ceiling
at the ceremony or trees at the reception,
chandeliers are an elegant statement piece.
Plus, they’re completely customizable.
Achieve a rustic look with mason jars or add
romance with crystals.
3. EDISON BULBS
You’ll find string of these
exposed light bulbs all over
Pinterest wedding boards.
They’re the perfect way to
bring a warm glow to an
outdoor, barn or otherwise
rustic event.
4. HANGING CANDLES
For a romantic wedding
straight out of a fairytale, just
add hanging candles. Create
a beautiful scene by stringing
them from tress at a backyard
wedding or above your guests’
tables. With so many tips of containers and
candles, it’s a quick way to create customized
décor.
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