Party Entrance Floor Runner - Party Decorations by a Pro

the idea

Give guests the red carpet treatment with a personalized or decorative walkway runner to highlight the entrance to your event

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the how

Options include rose petal, monogrammed, sequin, printed fabric, or personalized printed fabric
Some can be personalized with initials, ages, names, and dates
Non-slip materials
Available in any length
Some could potentially be reused for future birthdays and events if personalization is limited to names or initials

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red fabric aisle runner leading up to venue entrance

the why

Entrance Decorations

Functional; identifies party location and directs guests to the entrance (especially useful for parties held in venues)
Welcoming; a warm welcome subliminally puts guests at ease (versus a bare/cold entrance)
First impressions matter; guests make judgments and form opinions quickly
Attention to detail; many people overlook the importance of having some entrance decorations to greet guests
Anticipation; exterior decorations build anticipation and tease what’s to come

this idea

Special occasions should feel special; generic ‘off the shelf’ decorations are lazy and unimaginative
Personalized; customized decorations are more special and show you made an effort
Dramatic; makes a big and bold first impression to wow guests from the start
Glamorous; a ‘red carpet’ style entrance makes your event feel glamorous and your guests feel special
Elegant; gives your party decorations an elegant and sophisticated touch
Professional; lends an air of professionalism, and elevates it from a party to an event
Reusable; potentially reusable for future events if personalization is limited to names or initials

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blue petal aisle runner in hotel corridor with 50 on it in gold petals

ADVICE FROM A PRO

Matt’s tip

“If budget permits, a ‘red carpet’ style entrance that a runner lends is a great way to transform your party into an event.

Most professional celebrations, galas, and events have some form of entrance walkway because it adds a touch of glamour to arrivals and makes guests feel like VIP’s, which is fun when people have gotten all dressed up for a special occasion.

Runners are particularly useful to help show guests where to go if your party is held at a venue they might be unfamiliar with.

Similarly, you can use them inside a venue as a form of directional signage or to dress up any drab-looking or communal corridors that lead to the room your party is being held in.”

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