Confetti is one of the most iconic symbols of celebration.
The English word confetti is adopted from the Italian confectionery of the same name, which was a small sweet traditionally thrown during carnivals. Since the Middle Ages, in Northern Italy it was common for the participants of carnival parades to throw objects at the crowd, mostly eggs, coins, fruit or candies. In 1875, an Italian businessman, began selling paper confetti for use in the upcoming carnevale di Milano, the yearly parade held along the streets of Milan. The new paper confetti, which was a by-product of the silk industry, was well received by the customers as it was less harmful and cheaper than the alternatives. Although times have changed, the use of confetti remains a popular addition to wedding ceremonies and celebrations,
Confetti is the perfect way to add a bit of joy and fun to your wedding celebration - and if used responsibly, can be an easy way to make your event look spectacular! With the right selection of colour, size, and type of confetti, you can create an amazing atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.
Today, there are many types of confetti available, from traditional paper to rose petals. Each has its own charm and appeal - paper confetti is great for filling the air with a shower of colour, while fresh rose petals can be a great choice if you want something more romantic.
When planning to use confetti, it's important to check with the venue first - some venues may not allow using confetti or may impose restrictions and clean up fees. We recommend keep things eco-friendly and using biodegradable paper confetti or fresh rose petals. If the ceremony venue forbids confetti, then check with your reception venue as it can be a great way to enter the reception or add some magic to your first dance. If the reception venue also prohibits confetti, there is always the option to have your bridal party shower you with eco-friendly confetti during the portrait photos.
Another consideration is to choose a confetti colour that stands out against the background – choose light colours if the backdrop to the ceremony is trees and foliage or choose dark colours if the backdrop is a bright window or view. If your backdrop is a mix of both then include light and dark colours! Another trick is to use larger pieces of confetti — bigger pieces can be seen better in photos and makes a bigger impact.
Confetti is great for getting your guests involved but when it comes to throwing your confetti, there are certain steps that should be followed. Confetti should be thrown from an open cone or from the palm of the hand. Bags can be problematic as they are hard to hold and while throwing out the contents. Have the bridal party hand out the cones or pass around a basket of confetti while you are signing the marriage certificate. Then have your celebrant or MC instruct your guests to throw the confetti up above you so it can shower down on top of you.
Confetti is the perfect way to add a more joy and fun to your wedding day - and if used responsibly, can be an easy way to make your event look spectacular! Whatever you choose, your guests are sure to love it!
We love Australian eco-confetti suppliers Eco-confetti, who have eco-friendly metallic confetti; and The Whole Bride, who sell heart shaped eco-friendly confetti and eco-friendly confetti canons!
