From romantic fairy lights to bold LED dance floors; lighting can bring all the elements of your wedding together. While flowers, décor, and music all play their part, wedding lighting has the unique ability to completely change the atmosphere of a space. In Yorkshire’s most historic wedding venues and luxurious hotels the lighting defines the atmosphere. In this article we will take you through the many ways you can use wedding lighting to transform a space in preparation for a phenomenal wedding.
1. Fairy Light Canopies
Making a large open space feel inviting is a challenge, a large hotel hall, for example, can feel overly-formal or echoey. Fairy light canopies draped across the ceiling instantly soften the space and make the largest rooms feel warm and welcoming. Pair this with colour wash lights to make the canopies glow and coat the entire room in ambience.
Walking down the aisle towards your loved one underneath a canopy of twinkling lights and a soft glow would be one to remember! If your venue has high ceilings or exposed beams, a canopy of fairy lights is an easy way to create romance on a grand scale.
2. Fairy Light Curtains & Architectural Accents
Large venue spaces often have grand architectural features like balconies, mezzanines or tall walls that can be utilized to display stunning lights. If you want to create a breathtaking welcome for your guests, you could consider layering cascading fairy light curtains along these features to instantly transform them into stunning focal points. This approach works beautifully for wedding venues with upper levels, grand staircases and balustrades.
3. LED Dance Floors & Starry Backdrops
As your special day shifts from a heartfelt ceremony to an energetic celebration, the right atmosphere for your guests to dance is a must! An LED Dance floor, mirror balls and a starry cloth backdrop would be perfect to keep everyone entertained while remaining sophisticated and luxurious. Your first dance with your new spouse with the floor lighting up beneath you will be an unforgettable memory. These elements work brilliantly in both modern hotel ballrooms and historic venues looking for a contemporary twist.
4. Statement Light Pieces
More and more couples want their wedding decorations to reflect their personality or to have interactive features that guests are drawn to. Statement lights can be anything from glowing letters to giant light up symbols which make striking centrepieces for receptions and instantly become part of the photography. It can be tailored to your theme, making your hotel wedding space truly yours.
5. Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor lighting can take your wedding to the next level. Venues often come with beautiful grounds, from sprawling lawns to charming courtyards. Festoon lights strung above an outdoor seating area or wrapped around trees can create a cozy, festive feel for evening receptions or cocktail hours. Outdoor lighting is perfect for rustic or countryside weddings, adding a touch of charm to natural settings. You could line a garden path with lanterns or use subtle spotlights to show off a historic venue’s exterior. This not only extends the celebration space but also creates a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor areas, making your wedding feel grander and more inviting.
6. Bringing it all together
Whether it’s a glowing fairy light canopy, elegant uplighters, outdoor festoon lighting, or a dazzling mirror ball above your dance floor, bespoke mood lighting transforms hotel spaces into places of magic.
By layering these elements, you can create an unforgettable night.
If you are interested in creating a magical wedding atmosphere with bespoke mood lighting, contact Exclusive Entertainments for any of the options below:
Fairy Lights for Weddings
Uplighters & Colour Wash Lighting
Fairy Light Canopies
Festoon Lighting for Outdoor and Rustic Weddings
LED Colour Up Lighting
Venue Spotlighting
Mirror Balls and Dance Floor Lighting
7. Choosing the Right Lighting for Your Theme
Picking the perfect lighting starts with your wedding’s vibe. Are you going for timeless romance? Fairy light canopies and soft uplighters in warm tones will wrap your venue in a dreamy glow. Planning a modern, high-energy bash? LED dance floors and bold colour washes can ramp up the excitement. For rustic or vintage themes, festoon lights and lanterns bring that cozy, nostalgic charm.
Why Work with Professionals?
Lighting might seem like a small detail, but it’s a game-changer. A professional lighting team, like Exclusive Entertainments, knows how to balance practicality and creativity. They’ll work with you to design a setup that matches your vision, fits your venue, and stays within budget. Plus, they handle the setup and takedown, so you can focus on enjoying your day. With years of experience lighting up Yorkshire’s top venues, they’ll make sure every corner of your wedding sparkles with personality and charm.
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