Elevate your event’s look and finish with strategic glassware hire choices that blend seamlessly with your theme. This article provides creative tips on using glassware to enhance visual appeal and functionality at your table settings.
Glassware hire is not just functional but can also be a striking element of your event theme, but only if you get it right! It’s one of those elements that the best event planners pay careful attention to, as they realise the importance of choosing not just the best glassware hire options, but also the best tableware hire items on the whole, which contribute to fabulous table settings. What better way to achieve the X factor at your event!
Our top 10 tips, therefore, will give you an insight into what to look for and how to achieve this through your selection of glassware rental for events.
Choose stylish glassware hire options
Start by selecting glassware that complements your event theme and style. Opt for elegant designs and shapes that reflect the ambience you want to create, whether it’s classic and sophisticated or modern and minimalist. If it’s a classic wedding, then Signature white wine glasses and red wine glasses along with the matching Signature Champagne glass are stylish and affordable glassware hire option. Likewise for a large Asian wedding, you might want to consider our gold rimmed white wine, red wine and Champagne flutes as the matching set or, indeed, the same in a gold patterned rim design, offering something slightly different to the norm, but very much in-keeping with this style of event, just as a couple of examples to get you started.
Mix and match glass types
Create visual interest by mixing different types of glassware at each place setting. Combine wine glasses, water goblets and champagne flutes to cater to various beverages served throughout the event. This adds depth and dimension to your table settings. Whilst most ranges of glassware hire for events come in matching sets – white, red and Champagne – there’s nothing to say that you HAVE to go down this route.
Consider using coloured glassware
Introduce a pop of colour to your table settings with coloured glassware, and coloured water glasses are a great example of what you could use for this. Choose hues that align with your event’s colour palette to create a cohesive look. We always think that coloured glassware can add vibrancy and personality to the table without overpowering other elements, and always helps to achieve an attractive look.
Incorporate decorative accents
Enhance the elegance of your glassware by incorporating decorative accents. Tie ribbons or strands of beads around the stems of wine glasses, or place small floral arrangements inside water goblets. These subtle touches can elevate the overall presentation, especially when this decor matches up with the overall theme. Of course, you need to consider the functionality and practicality of your tableware, so don’t overpower it.
Opt for crystal clarity
For a timeless and luxurious look, consider using crystal or ‘cut glass’ glassware. Crystal adds brilliance and sparkle to your table settings, creating a sophisticated, luxury finish. It’s an excellent choice for formal events where elegance is paramount, and perhaps where you’re not catering for the masses. Cut glass items do cost more to hire than standard glassware, but the finish you can achieve on your event tables is incredible.
Arrange glassware in layers
Create visual impact by arranging glassware in layers on the table. Place water glasses and wine glasses in front of each guest’s seat, with champagne flutes or cocktail glasses positioned strategically for toasts or special beverages. This arrangement adds depth and symmetry to your table settings and, quite simple, a point of interest.
Utilise glassware as centrepieces
You always have the option, of course, to turn glassware into focal points by using them as centrepieces. Stack wine glasses to create a tiered display and fill them with floating candles, flowers or seasonal decorations. This centrepiece idea not only looks elegant, but also serves a practical purpose. And, talking of a practical purpose, also remember that some of the best catering teams use glassware to serve starter and dessert courses – why not! Let’s get creative!
Play with heights and sizes
Experiment with glassware of varying heights and sizes to create visual interest. Mix tall wine glasses with shorter water tumblers or the classically V-shaped cocktail glasses to add dimension to your table settings. This technique draws the eye and adds dynamic movement to the decor.
Personalise glassware hire items
Why not personalise your glassware with decorative tags and place wine charms on stemmed glasses. Degrees of personalisation adds a thoughtful touch and makes each guest feel special. Remember – it’s the little touches that go a long way, and makes it OBVIOUS that you have considered the overall experience of your guests.
Illuminate with candlelight
Enhance the allure of glassware by incorporating candlelight into your table decor. Place candles or tea lights inside wine glasses or gin and tonic balons to create a soft, romantic glow. This ambient lighting not only highlights the glassware but also enhances the overall atmosphere of your event. Who is to say that you HAVE to use glassware hire to serve drinks!
Whilst there’s no doubt that the glassware hire for events is hugely popular for dining events, hospitality, weddings and other important events, it’s definitely worth noting that you can integrate your choice of glassware into your overall event styling, and hopefully these tips above have provided you with some inspiration.
When the time comes for you to choose the best glassware hire for events, we’d like to think that we have everything covered here at easyEventhire in terms of the range and price points, offering something for everyone and for every budget.
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