How to Decorate Around a Swimming Pool for a Wedding
Pools add a sumptuous, tranquil element to any wedding and act as an additional decorative space. Floating candles and floral garlands can give a Great Gatsby-era decadent feel, not to mention, deter drunken guests from hopping in for a dip. But don't forget the glamorous poolside possibilities. Use the pool as the focal point for your wedding or reception and decorate the space around it.
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Call on island cultures – Indonesia, the Caribbean – for decorative inspiration. Think tropical when choosing accent colors to create a bold atmosphere and accentuate the water. Pick candles and seat-covers for chairs that complement your chosen theme. Other items, such as inexpensive statues from importer stores, can add to your exotic poolside decor.
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Put big, leafy, tropical plants around the pool in large planters. Choose planters that fit with your wedding's theme. The tropical plants will give the feeling of bringing the jungle to the pool, making it seem less isolated from the rest of the outdoor space.
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Place candles around the pool in tall jars that match your wedding's theme - for example, alabaster jars provide an elegant, Mediterranean look, whereas plain cylindrical vases are neutral and can work with nearly any decorative theme. Place the candles in areas away from foot paths so they won't be tipped over. The soft glow of the candles around the pool will reflect on the water and work to create a larger, tropical feel.
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Place small chairs and tables around the pool for cocktail hour. The small space around the pool is ideal for casual mingling.
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Provide flip-flops as a favor to give guests an excuse to kick off their uncomfortable shoes and relax. Flip-flops will also come in handy later on the dance floor.
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Tips & Warnings
Use plastic dishes and stemware around the pool.
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