Prepping for your Wedding, and you are wondering if wedding banners are necessary or if this could be the first time you hear of wedding banners. Thankfully, you are in the right place.
Before we dive into why you should have a wedding banner at your Wedding. Let us discuss what Wedding banners are;
What are Wedding Banners?
This is a backdrop that is typically placed at the entrance or main hall of your wedding. It is a banner customized with a picture of you and your loved one, as well as your names. It is a nice touch to add to your Wedding as it makes a visual statement of your love for one another.
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Now, you may be wondering if a wedding backdrop is necessary. Is it just another expense to your ever-growing wedding budget? Here are four reasons why you should consider having a customized backdrop at your Wedding.
Why you should have a wedding banner at your Nigerian Wedding
- The main purpose is to use it as a backdrop. Think of it as part of the theme or interior design of your wedding venue. It is also a great way to keep your guests entertained during the Wedding. If your wedding banner is good enough, guests and even you may be taking some very good Instagram pictures in front of it. You can add the backdrop to side attractions at your Wedding as well, like a photo booth, for example.
- It can be used as a beacon for your guests. Let us say you have some out-of-town guests coming to your Wedding. Since they are not so familiar with the town, they can immediately see your backdrop, and they can be assured that they have the right location.
- Here in Nigeria, your backdrop is a good use of money because it can be used multiple times. You can use it at the bridal shower or bachelorette party, at the bachelor party, at the traditional Wedding, and at the white Wedding. Worth it.
- You can store it as a wedding souvenir. Just like the pictures and videos you take that day, your wedding banner is a treasured memory of the most important day of your life.
- Nigerians are known for having the most opulent weddings. Everything is done with so much pomp and ceremony; not having a wedding banner will not do. Treat your Wedding like a Hollywood red carpet event; therefore, that backdrop is a necessity.
Wedding Banner Prices
In the US, you can estimate approximately 8 dollars per square foot for a wedding banner. Therefore, a wedding banner in Nigeria may cost between 700 and 1000 naira per square foot. You may find varying prices and discounts on market platforms like; ‘Iprints.’
What to know about wedding Banners
Wedding banners are usually customized with the pictures and names of the couple. It should also have;
- The date and time of the Wedding
- A message or quote from the couple
- Venue or location of the Wedding
- The color code for the Wedding or any other special requests
Wedding banners come in various sizes and are made with different materials. The size and material of the wedding banner determine the price. It is best that you choose a weather-resistant material for your wedding banners since the banner is most likely to be placed outside. The best material for that would be vinyl.
