Marquee Decoration
A marquee is a blank canvas. How it looks and feels on the day comes down to the decoration — flooring, linings, furniture, and the overall style you choose.
Whether you’re aiming for something simple and relaxed or more polished, the key is choosing elements that suit the space and how the marquee will be used.
Choosing a Style
It helps to have a clear idea of the overall look you want. This keeps everything consistent and avoids the space feeling disjointed.
Some common approaches include:
- Clean and minimal – simple layouts, neutral colours, and uncluttered space
- Rustic or relaxed – natural materials, softer finishes, and informal layouts
- Classic and formal – lined interiors, structured layouts, and more traditional details
- Modern – clear structures, simple furniture, and subtle styling
Typical approaches
Weddings
Often more considered and detailed. This might include lined interiors, coordinated table settings, softer colours, with defined areas for dining and dancing. Lighting and decorative details are often create a more formal or romantic feel. Flowers or greenery are often used – hanging from the roof, trees in pots and bud vases as well as more traditional table centrepieces.
Private parties
Usually more relaxed and flexible. Layouts might mix seating and standing space, with a focus on a bar area and dance floor. Decoration tends to be simpler, with a few key features rather than a fully styled interior.
Corporate events
Typically more structured and practical. This might include clear branding, defined areas (reception, main space, breakout areas), and a clean, consistent look. Decoration is often more restrained and functional.
Gallery
Marquee types
Different marquees lend themselves to different styles. In many cases, the structure itself can do a lot of the visual work.
- Clear marquees: rely more on the surroundings and tend to suit simpler, lighter styling
- Traditional poled marquees: look more traditional and romantic
- Frame marquees: without linings, give a clean, modern feel; with linings, create a more controlled, uniform look and suit more formal setups
Linings
Linings change both the look and feel of the space.
- Pleated linings: soften the interior and create a more finished appearance
- Flat linings: also a finished look but more contemporary
- No lining: the frame or clear panels remain visible, informal or functional
- Black out lining (with starcloth roof): a party atmosphere
Flooring
Flooring is one of the most important visual choice.
- Grass or matting: simplest option for dry conditions
- Solid boarded flooring with carpet: smart and suitable for variable weather
- Raised flooring: helps on uneven ground
- Dance floors
Lighting & furniture
Both have a huge impact on how a marquee feels. See their pages.
I have real pleasure in enclosing a cheque
St John’s Wood, West London