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Flowing Fabrics Create Dreamy Drapery Designs

When planning event design, keeping drapery in mind. From formal to funky, serene to silly, tranquil to tuned in – whatever your style sensibility, drapery décor enhances any occasion.

Here’s a shot by Frank Salas with room design by Kevin Covey for a wedding on a recent Sunday at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. The Plaza Room had white carpet installed to provide a cohesive look, then draping, Custom Decor Panels & Large mirrors, and then all the finishing touches decorated by the talented team at Square Root Designs Photo of the completed room shot by Frank Salas. Wedding Design/Planning by Kevin Covey of Slay Events. Visit Kevin’s page at: SlayingEvents.com to see their work.

The transformation of an event space.
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Fun and interesting wedding backdrop. Image provided by A Good Affair Event Design

Fun and interesting wedding backdrop.
Image courtesy of: A Good Affair Event Design

 

Create a fun, frilly and unexpected backdrop as a stage for your event! Lavishly draped fabric mingled with huge paper flowers and antique chairs create a show stopping look for a wedding, shower or garden event. This creative backdrop also works perfectly for pictures.

 

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Hang floor length natural muslins from the corners of a pergola for an instant oasis – perfect for an exclusive tete-a-tete or quiet get away on your patio. Tie back the drapes with contrasting burlap bows for a shabby chic touch, or use flowers and strings of crystals for bling. Don’t forget to nestle tall, flower-filled vases in the corners to add a scent of floral romance.

 

Transform a large space into inviting conversation spaces.. Image provided by White Lilac Event Design

Transform a large space into inviting conversation spaces.
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As your guests move inside for dinner, frame the entryway to set the mood for your extravaganza.   Greet your friends and family with layers of tapestries hung over and alongside the doorway for an elegantly inviting entryway.

Create an elegant outdoor room. Image provided by Lawrence Crandall Photography

Create an elegant outdoor room. Image provided by: Lawrence Crandall Photography

 

Consider weighty tailored drapes for a formal feel, or ethereal gauze panels for a more lighthearted feel.  Stagger the lengths or layer your panels for a deeper, more dramatic look. Tuck nosegays into tie-backs for a more sensual welcome.

Classy outdoor room. Image provided by Robert Evans Studios

Classy outdoor room. Image provided by: Robert Evans Studios

 

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Outdoor dinner plans?  Create an instant ceiling outdoors with billowy drapes suspended from overhead beams.  Strips of thin organza in soft colors create a beautiful outdoor dining area.  Or put the spotlight on your fun-loving side with animal prints! Drifting softly down towards your guests, they’re sure to catch everyone’s eye!

Airy and romantic outdoor room. Image provided by White Lilac Event Design

Airy and romantic outdoor room. Image provided by: White Lilac Event Design

 

Go beyond the expected and think outside the window coverings. Creative drapery instantly transforms any space from dull to dramatic.  Whatever your taste or style, play up the spectacle and pageantry with drapery effects designed especially for your phenomenal affair.

Images provided by: A Good Affair Event Wedding and Event Production, White Lilac Event Design, Lawrence Crandall Photography, Robert Ortiz Studios, Robert Evans Studios, The Finishing Touch Wedding Design

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Lighting Illuminates Soft Folds. Image provided by Lawrence Crandall Photography

Lighting Illuminates Soft Folds. Image provided by Lawrence Crandall Photography

Soften the setting with sheer drapery and contrasting tie backs. Image provided by White Lilac Event Design

Soften the setting with sheer drapery and contrasting tie backs. Image provided by White Lilac Event Design

Draw attention to the action. Image provided by Robert Ortiz Photography

Draw attention to the action. Image provided by Robert Ortiz Photography

Create an instant focal point. Image provided by Lawrence Crandall Photography

Create an instant focal point. Image provided by Lawrence Crandall Photography

Colorful drapery creates an intimate space. Image provided by The Finishing Touch Wedding Design

Colorful drapery creates an intimate space. Image provided by The Finishing Touch Wedding Design

Instantly change a rooms color. Image Provided by The Finishing Touch Wedding Design

Instantly change a rooms color. Image Provided by The Finishing Touch Wedding Design

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