10 ways you can make your chairs look amazing…
You chair covers are often the centre piece of your event, so it is definitely worthwhile putting in a bit of effort and time to make them look amazing.
Here we give you 10 chair cover ideas for inspiration…
1) Embroidered chair covers:
You can find beautiful chair covers with embroidery included on them, these chair covers will generally cost more than the standard chair covers but they make such a wonderful statement at any wedding or event.
2) Chair ties:
Rock some chair ties! Why not use ribbon as chair ties instead of the usual white ribbons that everyone uses? You could try using different colours or even mix up some patterns. Why not consider making bow ties for your men instead of those boring old straight chair ties? It will definitely set people talking.
3) Fabric chair covers:
Chair covers are available in lots of different materials; why not go for chair covers that match your wedding theme or the dress code at the event? For example, if it is a black tie event then you can get chair covers that are made out of velvet or taffeta.
4) Colour chair covers:
Why not use chair covers with your wedding colours on them to make them stand out more and be noticeable? You could even try mixing up some patterned chair ties to match your colour scheme. Look around online to find some chair cover inspiration! 5) Chair bows:
You can also decorate your chairs by adding loads of large chair bows to them, this will not only cover them up but it will also make your chair covers look extremely elegant.
6) Unique chair backs:
Chair back covers are often overlooked, so why not go for chair backs that you can decorate with your wedding colours or your favorite patterned fabric? You could even attach some organza bows to the back of each chair.
7) Tablecloths as chair backs:
You don’t always need chair back covers if you attach a long table cloth to each chair, this is an easy way to decorate your chairs and it looks great!
8) Chair sashes:
These are available in many different colours and designs; they can be tied around the chair or attached by tucking into the chair holes. You can also get chair sashes that match your organza bows or chair ties, so why not combine chair accessories too?
9) Chair centre pieces:
You don’t always need to decorate the chair cover; you could also add some cute chair centre pieces such as flower petals or candles. Make sure the chair centre pieces are securely fastened to each chair and won’t fall off when people start eating and drinking.
10) Chair cushions:
Why not add some pom poms, flowers, decorative buttons or polka dots onto your chair cushions? You can even ask someone who is good at sewing to sew some cute covers for them. It will definitely give your guests more comfort when they sit down!
FAQs:
Q. What are chair covers?
A. Chair covers are fabric chair covers that fit over most chairs, they are usually paired up with chair ties (ribbons) to decorate your chair or tie bows on to the chair backs or legs.
Q. How many chair cover sets do I need?
A. This depends entirely on how many chair back is at your venue. You will need to measure each chair seat and multiply the chair covers by the amount of chair backs in order to get your required chair cover numbers.
Q. What colour chair covers do I need?
A. This depends on whether you are planning on using white chair covers with black chair ties or if you are planning on using coloured chair ties too, so it is best to check out all of our wedding chair cover colours here.
Q. When should I use chair bows?
A. Chair bows can be used with any type of chair cover, they are usually tied around the legs of each individual chairs or attached onto the top back of each by tucking them into the chair holes. Bow ties are also available to fit chair backs too.
Conclusion:
You chair covers are often the most noticeable aspect of your reception, so why not put in a bit of extra effort? If you have any more chair cover ideas then leave us a comment below!