ARE CHAIR COVERS A THING OF THE PAST?
There seems to be a sentiment that's spreading throughout the wedding and event industry that leaves one to wonder the fate of one of the most classic decor elements in event design.
Chair covers are so passe.
With a plethora of alternative seating options popping up in events and weddings, the classic form of covering up unsightly chairs and adding to the overall look of an event seems to be in danger of extinction.
Implementing a wide range of trendy seating from "chiavari chairs" to more geometric options like ottomans, more and more Planners, couples and Designers are changing the way we view where we should be resting our behinds at events.
To This Planner this change in design is both refreshing and somewhat saddening. While I agree that traditional covers like chair wraps that drape along the floor and tie at the back are quickly losing their elegance status by adding bulkiness to design in a time that demands sleek modernism; I also feel that breaking free of the traditional dressing altogether to follow the latest trend may be a mistake. After all, chair covers like the classic stretch cover and the "Kelly" can still cover up ghastly banquet chairs while adding smooth sophistication and texture (depending on the overall design of course!)
And then there's those chair covers that defy our traditional notion of Chair Covers like these babies from Preston Bailey:
Photos courtesy of Preston Bailey
At the same time, This Planner is stoked to see new materials and a unique line of thinking be shared with one of the most overlooked elements in bringing a vision to life. By moving on from traditional notions of seating the sky seems to be limit as we incorporate elements that we encounter everyday to park our tushes.
Chiavari chairs seem to be still one of the most popular alternatives to chair covers. Available in a significant range of colours from white and black to silver and mahogany, these chairs have the versatility to give off both a sleek appearance or a more charming aura.
Photo courtesy of Haveaseat
Ghost Chairs are quickly becoming one of the most utilized chair options for events due to their sleek appearance and their ability to match virtually any colour palette.
Photo courtesy of Contemporary Furniture Rentals Couches are also a popular choice for seating when paired up with sleek glass tables or table linens, sophisticated table accessories and colourful uplighting. By combining computability with style, couches give events a loungy yet suave feel.
Photo courtesy of Contemporary Furniture RentalsOttomans are on the rise as alternatives to traditional seating. From simple fabric-covered blocks to more wider, bench-like styles, ottomans are adding that modern geometric touch to the sleekest of events. TIP: if ottomans are your desired choice of seating be sure to have some traditional chairs for those with back issues, small children, etc.
Benches paired up with long rectangular tables can give off an intimate, communal feel. Whether accessorizing the benches with coloured padding or leaving benches bare for a more rustic appearance, benches are a fabulous space saver while blending the past with the present.
And of course, opting for truly unique seating options will always be This Planner's top choice. Some of our favourites? Wine barrels for a vintage-style event at a winery, bean bag chairs arranged around coffee tables for a relaxed, yet colourful Bar Mitzvah and our all time fave -- an eclectic grouping of antique and modern chairs collected from numerous sources arranged at rectangular harvest tables.
But with the growing sentiment that chair covers are a thing of the past, what's next to be tossed into the passe pile? Chiavari chairs?
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