Wedding Decor Checklist: Elegant Ideas for Your Big Day

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Comprehensive wedding decor checklist covering getting-ready spaces, ceremony, reception, lighting, and all decorative elements for your special day.

Wedding Decor Checklist

Complete wedding decor checklist covering all decorative elements from getting-ready spaces to ceremony and reception areas, including lighting, signage, floral arrangements, and interactive zones for your perfect wedding day.

1. Morning / Getting-Ready Décor

1Personalized robe or hanger display for bride & bridesmaids

2Scented candles or diffusers

3Floral arrangements or bouquets for the getting-ready room

4Mirror signage (e.g. "Bride", "Bridesmaid")

5Decorative trays or boxes for jewelry, hair pins, accessories

6Champagne or beverage setup for toasts

7Framed photos of couple or parents to set mood

8Decorative signage / welcome board in entrance area

9Coordinated linens (tablecloths, napkins) for prep spaces

10Groom/groomsmen gifts display or props

2. Entrance & Arrival Area

1Welcome sign with names & wedding date

2Directional signage (parking, ceremony, reception)

3A decorative arch or foliage over entrance

4Red carpet or runner at entrance

5Lanterns, fairy lights, or pathway lighting

6Guestbook or sign-in station

7Gift & card drop box or table

8Umbrella stand or weather check signage (if outdoor)

9Floral or greenery arrangements flanking entrance

10Photo wall or backdrop for guests arriving

3. Ceremony Décor

1Altar / arch / mandap backdrop

2Aisle runner (fabric, petals, carpet)

3Aisle markers (flowers, lanterns, ribbons)

4Chair décor (sashes, covers, florals)

5Ceremony seating / benches

6Floral arrangements on altar & nearby

7Ceremony programs / order of service

8Signage (e.g. "Pick a seat, not a side"; unplugged ceremony)

9Ring bearer pillow & flower girl basket

10Ritual items (candles, sand, unity ceremony props)

4. Cocktail Hour / Pre-Reception Space

1Bar or drink station décor & signage

2Signature drink menu board

3Cocktail napkins, stirrers, props

4Lounge seating & side tables

5High‐top tables with minimal décor

6Guest book or memory/tribute table

7Escort card / seating chart display

8Decorative lighting (string lights, candles)

9Photo booth or selfie wall

10Small floral or greenery accents

5. Reception Venue Décor

1Draping, fabrics, or wall treatments

2Lighting (uplights, pin spots, fairy lights)

3Hanging décor (floral installations, lanterns, chandeliers)

4Dance floor design or decal

5Stage or DJ booth backdrop

6Entrance to reception décor (arch, signage)

7Lounge / seating lounge zones

8Cake & dessert table décor & backdrop

9Bar décor inside reception

10Signage (hashtag, cue cards, photo zone)

6. Table / Place Setting Décor

1Table linens, runners, overlays

2Centerpieces (flowers, candles, greenery)

3Table numbers / name plates

4Guest place cards / seating cards

5Menus or food signage

6Chargers / placemats

7Napkins + napkin rings or folds

8Glassware, flatware, and dinnerware accents

9Small votive candles, tealights, lanterns

10Wedding favors or small tokens at each seat

7. Cake & Dessert Station Décor

1Cake stand and tiered displays

2Cake topper

3Dessert backdrop / focal wall

4Signage (e.g. "Sweet Treats", menu)

5Display props (plates, trays, risers)

6Floral or greenery accents

7Dessert labels or tags

8Lighting focused on dessert table

9Decorative linens or runners

10Tiered shelving or stands for visual height

8. Photo / Interactive Zones

1Photo booth backdrop & props

2Selfie wall or flower wall

3Polaroid or instant film camera station

4Hashtag sign / social media instructions

5Guest polaroid drop board (guests pin photos)

6Memory table with photos of couple / family

7Activity / guest games décor zone

8Signage inviting participation

9Lighting highlights for photo areas

10Seating or props for photo poses

9. Lighting, Sound & Ambience

1Uplighting or wall wash lighting

2Fairy lights or string lights

3Pin spots to highlight focal décor

4Chandeliers or hanging luminaires

5Candles, lanterns, LED accents

6Gobo or monogram lighting

7Ambient dimmers or mood control

8Sound equipment décor coverings

9Pathway / walkway lighting

10Backup lighting (in case of power issues)

10. Transitional & Utility Decor

1Signage for restrooms / facilities

2Signage for exits, emergency, safety

3Backup décor pieces (extra flowers, vases)

4Storage tent / hidden staging area décor

5Trash bins with decorative covers

6Staff / vendor signage (e.g. "Do Not Enter")

7Weather contingency décor (umbrellas, covers)

8Battery / lighting control stations hidden décor

9Vendor access paths décor (e.g. rugs, carpets)

10Wrap up décor ('just married' sign, exit props)

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