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The Main Table
Many years ago, the main tables at wedding receptions were all very similar, usually seating a large number of guests. These days, the approach is far more creative in terms of ideas and practical in terms of family relationships. We asked some of our Preferred Suppliers to share their knowledge.
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The H-Art of Décor  
Limited only by your imagination, the décor options are mind boggling. This is why décor is so exciting. The décor at a function does much more than make the venue look pretty, it creates the whole dreamy atmosphere of weddings and echoes the romance and beauty of the occasion.
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Let's Do Décor  
The wonderful thing about wedding décor is that almost any venue can be transformed into a wonderland from the bride’s imagination. Not only will the venue look completely different to a guest who may have visited before but the décor has the wonderful ability to reflect the personality of the bride.
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African Roots  
It is obvious that the African Heritage is show cased through wedding décor. This is an alluring option for international guests who want to have an African style wedding in Africa. The colours used are earthly and natural with a leaning towards dry wild flowers and natural grasses displayed in beautiful, hand painted African pots.
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Essential Décor Tips  
After many years of consultation with clients, I find myself giving the same advice to many couples, and thought it would be helpful to outline some essential do’s and don’ts.
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Trendy Décor  
As décor fashions come and go, so do wedding trends. My own wedding 13 years ago would look downright lacklustre and old-fashioned in this day and age.
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Have Yourself a Blooming Wedding  
Nothing defines the mood and ambience of the wedding as much as the décor. It draws together all the various aspects which will express the hearts’ desires of the bridal couple. Without these, the wedding would be a very dull affair indeed.
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A Pageant of Colour  
Christina Roussetis has fulfilled her passion in the events industry for 9 years as a co-ordinator and décor specialist. In 2003 she established Ambrosia Events, specialising in the integration of all details of a successful function. Clients can choose to select their own décor from the Warehouse or can allow Ambrosia to manage the entire function.
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Sensational Centrepieces  
Elise Saffy and her partner (and sister), Anna Blain, started doing flowers for friends and family 10 years ago and it slowly escalated into a full-time business. They are passionate about flowers and weddings and enjoy nothing more than making each wedding tailor-made and beautiful.
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Flower Power - how to harness it  
Building your own wedding venue for the big day in order to ensure that it is unique isn’t practical or affordable, but you can make a venue entirely your own through your choice of décor. You can imprint your own personal style on every aspect of the day through your choice and utilisation of flowers, making your own wedding as distinctive and original as you always dreamed it would be.
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Bringing Ideas to Life  
The increasing demand for their unique style, combined with dedication and personal service, sustained a constant growth over five years. Wilme manages a team of ten staff members who comprise of a design consultant, floral artists, personal assistants and a set-up team.
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Is there anything more Romantic than Candlelight  
Let’s face it; there is nothing more romantic than candle light. When you picture an intimate dinner for two, what comes to mind? Do you imagine a roaring fire and a wooded Chardonnay that is chilled to perfection? Can you almost smell the giddy scent of jasmine underlying the more pronounced aroma of a delicious three course meal? If you still think something is missing; you’re right. It’s a room full of flickering candles – tiny flames swaying in the breeze, casting leaping shadows that mesmerise and entrance you.
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