We’re not suggesting you rent everything for your wedding, but did you know that you can rent almost everything for your wedding? Everything from the outfits to the lights can be rented and brought back if you wish, and while something might be special to you and you’ll want to keep them, eco and financially aware brides might consider renting several items from our list.
The dress
You might not want to rent your wedding dress because it’s something special, but if you’re not mad on the idea of spending a huge amount of money on a dress that you’re never going to wear again, you should consider renting one for a fraction of the cost. It would make the perfect something borrowed too. Covet in Powerscourt Shopping Centre, Dublin have a wide range of bridal designs available to rent with temporary alterations available. And if you’re renting your own dress, consider renting your bridesmaid dresses too.
The venue
Naturally, you’ll be renting or hiring the venue anyway, but instead of a hotel, you can rent out a lot of other alternative spaces to make your own. Whether it’s an unusual venue, like the Smock Alley Theatre or The Vaults at Christ Church Cathedral, or a full marquee that you can deck out yourself, don’t neglect to think about your hiring options when it comes to your venue.
The décor
There’s a huge amount of wedding décor you can rent for your wedding, from table runners and centrepieces to pretty cake stands and festive banners and streamers. If you’re not going to use them again, why not rent them instead of buying them and save your finances for your honeymoon. You can rent generic signs, floral arches and even furniture depending on how much you need to furnish your venue or how much you want to put your own stamp on your special day.
The lighting
You don’t necessarily need to purchase hundreds of fairy lights just because your venue doesn’t have them. You can rent lighting for your wedding too. Creative Event Lighting will ensure your wedding is lit up perfectly, giving you exactly the atmosphere you want. You can even get customised lighting and literally put your name in lights.
The china and glassware
This doesn’t just go for glasses, it goes for plates, cups and other such items. Whether you’re having a completely customised event for your wedding where you need to source everything yourself, or you just want to give your wedding that little extra personal touch, you can easily hire the plates, glasses and anything else you might need. Pretty Plates is a great source for vintage china.
- Jenny Darmody
Image credits: Bride: Irina Klimova | Marquee: Wedding Marquee Hire | Arch: Bliss Eventos | Lighting: Style Lovely | China: Vintage China Hire