What could be more dramatic than a centerpiece that’s almost 6 feet tall? For your inspiration, here are a few of my favorite gravity-defying centerpieces:
How do we keep these centerpieces from falling? The answer to that will need to wait for tomorrow…
But tell me, which do you prefer? Tall or low centerpieces?
George Bernard Shaw once said: “You see things and say, ‘Why?’ But I dream things that never were and say, ‘Why not?’” That quote embodies how Preston Bailey approaches every event.
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Janice Celeste
March 15, 2010
Lovely! Makes me want to get married all over again. Can’t we just have the party???
Judy
March 15, 2010
Tall and low together!
Kristin
March 15, 2010
I LOVE tall centerpieces. It all depends on how they are designed though.
Ariel Yve
March 15, 2010
I adore the drama of tall centerpieces. Low have their place, but the height and grandeur of a lush, tall centerpiece is just so appealing.
Maria
March 15, 2010
Tall with Visual interest from the table all the way to the top! Gorgeous Pictures!!
Tracey Kumer-Moore
March 16, 2010
I concur that the tall centerpiece is the way to go for all out drama, especially in a venue with ceiling height that lends itself to height and drama.
But, I want them to be created and placed so table conversation is fostered and not prohibited as so many people make the mistake of doing with tall centerpieces.
What I love about some of the pieces in these images are guests feel like they
are under a canopy or shaded by these beautiful creations. They are not a distraction but an enhancement.
Low and long settings on a family or Kings’s table always look fantastically abundant to me as well.
Victoria
March 16, 2010
I think tall is the way to go… It allows for easy conversation around the centerpieces and gives a dramatic effect enough to blow the dress off a bride!
kathy warden
March 16, 2010
Preston, you are inspiration to us all.
amazing! thanks for sharing your designs.
i love the combination of high and low, but sometimes the drama of all high is WOW!!
Jana
March 16, 2010
I have always loved tall centerpieces. It looks expensive and makes the room feel alive as soon as you enter. It provides the eye visual interest whether you are sitting down at the table or dancing the night away… I say the higher the better.
Lawanda Nichols
March 16, 2010
Thank you for posting this blog. I love Tall centerpieces….them falling is what I fear most. I am not a big time designer, but every job I do I want them to think that nobody else could have done it better. I love your work!
Henry Waqa.
March 17, 2010
Tall centerpieces are better. Short centerpieces cannot really be seen in a room full of people but walking into a room with tall centerpieces is like walking into a magical wonderland!. It has greater visual impact than shorter centerpieces, especially for big events!
Elizabeth Hattori
March 19, 2010
Depends on so many variables. Room size, location, table shape and size.
I love the effect of tall, to obliterate a nondescript ceiling, or a low and condensed arrangement to focus on the table settings.
So much depends on the magic of the event, the desires of the bride or host, and the creativity of the designer.
I turn to Preston Bailey for all.
Thank you for your magic. It truly inspires the rest of us.
Gloria Brown
March 20, 2010
Tall centerpieces are very captivating when entering the room.
And low centerpieces complete the look when everyone is seated and relaxed.
I’ve noticed Preston mixes tall and low centerpieces in most of his work.
My answer is a good mix of both.
question: Preston, have you had any mishaps with candles in your designs?
Ebony Coston
March 22, 2010
I like a mix of both! Tall and low, it keeps the eye roving about the room, and make for a more interesting visual. Preston your designs are phenomenal! amazing! captivating! I’m in love….
Barbara Ramoutar
March 23, 2010
lOVE ALL .. TALL AS WELL AS SMALL,
Thom Green
April 15, 2010
I prefer tall except at strike.
Charlotte Burhoe
May 17, 2010
I have to say that I am a HUGE fan of the large and tall arrangements. I love when they are dramatic and ‘gravity defying’ as it almost creates a new feeling of intimacy at the table since you are surrounded or canopied by lushness. It’s like an individual secret garden. LOVE!
Marianna Tusjak
September 11, 2010
I like tall centerpieses. it’s very interesting, the client don’t like it in Hungary.
Rowaida Flayhan
March 7, 2011
These are amazingly gorgeous! depends on the atmosphere and space, for big open spaces I love tall centerpieces and for small and cozy spaces I love low centerpieces.
Loving your designs and inspirations. Wishing you great success!
Linda
March 7, 2011
Love the mix of heights! I always think the tall arrangements stand out more when there is a mix. Can’t wait for tomorrow’s article, not only would I love to know how you keep them from falling but also what the bases are constructed of that you can have florals around the entire structure, is it floral foam?
Ani Kitsinian
March 7, 2011
Love the first one with the monstera leaves!!! Very different.
Trendee Flowers
March 7, 2011
Love the combo of low & high
nina {nina renee designs}
March 7, 2011
Tall…so dramatic & fabulous!
Mel
March 7, 2011
I think some ballrooms, venues, demand the height. However, I am finding a lot of clients are opting for low this coming year. Seems to be the trend.
Rebecca May
March 7, 2011
Tall is fab as long as the ceiling height and room dimensions work for the over all look. Height creates the wow on entry as part of an overall look whatever the theme. We love Tall Centrepeices in Ireland ……
Eric Darko
March 8, 2011
I prefer the tall centrepieces because it provides an elegant. good feeling, beautiful environment
Dolores Tipton, Soiree Events
March 8, 2011
Love a mixture of low and tall !
Mackie Hill
March 8, 2011
I can’t remember if I answered this already.
Love tall centerpieces, but they must not block people from others. Tall, thin on the bottom and full and rich on the top! That is the way to go. Fill in the spaces with low candles or tablescaping!
Doyin
March 8, 2011
I love tall centerpieces. They get noticed and they add drama to an event.
JACLYN
April 19, 2011
I love tall centerpieces but also enjoy the looks of low and sheltered arrangements
{ailish}
May 27, 2011
definitely prefer tall centerpieces, i know some venues that would panic if they saw those coming though!
YOUR NAME
June 6, 2011
You are weird! How do you do it ?jesus! We love you preston
Jean Mwongela
August 22, 2011
I love the tall centerpieces! Their beauty is amazing and I love the fact that they still stand out even after the guests are seated.
Just love your work!
Suzie Sexton
September 6, 2011
WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO SAY?
Beverly Spann
October 21, 2011
Hello Mr. Bailey;
My name is Beverly Spann and you inspire me to want to become an event designer. I’ve watched David Turtera and Ms. Valentine, but they can’t compare to what you do! I really want to take your course online, but I also want more hands on projects as well. I’m the type that wants to get started. I so eager and passionate about it. Although I am disabled, it doesn’t limit me from what I can accomplish. I’m currently preparing and informative speech in regards to event designing and seem to have hit a blank spot in my mind. I’ll be presenting this information to a classroom of about 25 people and I am scared to death. This project is due this Monday. Can you give me any suggestions on what to say in regards to event designing? Your help would truly be appreciated. Keep up the success because I’ll be one of your next students who will be doing an internship working with you personally. Love Preston, keep up the good work