If you have attended a wedding, or a big birthday party, or any kind of celebration recently, formal or informal, you may have noticed that paper lanterns are really making something of a comeback when it comes to party decor.
Although they fell out of fashion for a while, these lanterns have always made fabulous party decor accents for almost any occasion or gathering. Brightly decorated and fun offerings can help set the tone for a kid’s party perfectly and there is something uniquely beautiful about the sight of a string of elegant paper lanterns swaying gently in the breeze at an outdoor event.
Because they are now very much back in vogue, you will be able to find a selection of premade paper lantern choices that are suitable for use for all kinds of occasions. However, if you haven’t made use of them before you may need a little inspiration, which is just what we’re providing in this post!
Paper Lantern Strands
Strands of paper lanterns lend themselves to all kinds of party decor applications, both indoors and out. String lanterns back and forth between trees or patio supports to accent an outdoor space. To define an area, hang lanterns along a fence or tree line. Inside, string lanterns along a banister or fireplace mantle for accent lighting that makes an impact. Trim the tops of walls with lantern strands for a festive look, or run strands from the wall to the center of the room to bring the focus to the middle of the room. Lanterns strung over an entryway create a warm welcome for visitors.
The best thing about all of this? Lantern strings can cover a large area of the party space easily and effectively and yet are very inexpensive to purchase, meaning that if you are working on a tighter budget they’ll be an even bigger help.
Paper Lanterns as Table Decor
At all kinds of events and celebrations ‘dressed’ tables are a must, and paper lanterns can be a big help here as well.
Lanterns can be placed down the center of a long table, or in the center of a square or round table, with or without an LED candle placed inside, to add a romantic ambiance for an engagement party or wedding reception. You can also hang single lanterns at different heights over a table to highlight a birthday cake, wedding cake or other festive display.
Paper Lanterns to Enhance Your Party Theme
But the uses don’t stop there. You can make great use of paper lanterns to help enhance the overall theme of your party as well. Instead of the traditional wreath on the door to welcome party guests, try hanging a pair of lanterns on each side of an entrance door in colours appropriate to the theme — orange or black for Halloween, red or pink for Valentine’s Day green for St. Patrick’s Day or to match the wedding colours chosen by the couple at a wedding reception.
