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Wedding Symbolism

Have you ever wondered about the origins of the well known statement associated with weddings ‘Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue'? Find out more and think about how you can incorporate this into your own big day, from the clothes you wear to any essential wedding hire pieces.

An English tradition

The ‘something old, something new....’ tradition originates from an English rhyme that is believed to have begun in Victorian times. The rhyme included the words “Something Olde, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue, A Sixpence in your Shoe”.

Something old

‘Something old’ represents continuity, especially the link with the bride's own family. To symbolise this link, the bride will often wear a piece of family jewellery or something from her mother or grandmother's wedding outfit.

Something new

‘Something new’ offers optimism for the future, prompting brides to look forward to a future of health, happiness and success.

Wearing a new item on your wedding day conveys the message that you and your husband are creating a new, lasting life together.

Something borrowed

‘Something borrowed’ is symbolic of borrowed happiness and is an opportunity for the bride’s family to offer her something as a token of their love. This is designed to remind the bride that friends and family are there for help and support.

Something blue

Something blue stands for love, fidelity and purity. A blue garter or piece of ribbon is often worn by brides.

Predominantly a British custom, ‘a sixpence in your shoe’ is symbolic of good fortune and prosperity and some brides still place a penny in their shoe during their marriage ceremony.

For all other wedding planning requirements, such as wedding  equipment hire contact Pillingers Hiring Service on 02 8999 8486.

What's Your Wedding Star Sign?

There are many factors which determine when you can hold your wedding, from equipment hire to venue availability but have you ever thought about your wedding horoscope and what it means? Find out more about what your wedding date symbolises and anyone with a strong belief in astrology may want to plan accordingly.

Air signs

Gemini (22 May – 22 June), Libra (24 September – 23 October) and Aquarius (21 January – 19 February) are all air signs. Large groups of friends keep Aquarians busy, Geminis are prone to communication breakdowns whilst Librans often have a fairytale romantic marriage.

Water signs

Pisces (20 February – 20 March), Scorpio (24 October – 22 November) and Cancer (23 June – 23 July) are water signs and are joined in their empathetic and sensitive characteristics.

Couples married under Pisces have a sensitive, emotional union and may live near water. Cancerian couples are a close match whilst those tying the knot under Scorpio have a passionate and intense bond.  

Earth signs

Earth marriages are similar in their traits of practicality and caution. Those in a Taurus marriage (22 April – 22 May) are often focused on money and go to extremes, either blowing the budget or scrimping and saving.

Capricorns (22 December – 20 January) are socialites and make a stable match. Virgo marriages (24 August – 23 September) tend to be well organised as the partnership is efficient and practical.

Fire signs

Enthusiasm is the underlying theme for marriages under the fire signs. Tying the knot between 21 March and 21 April means you are part of an Aries marriage and likely to be ever-busy and active. There’s never a dull moment in this partnership.

Both partners in a Leo marriage (24 July - 23 August) see themselves as VIPs and might squabble for the limelight whereas Sagittarians are more likely to go off travelling the world, exploring new ventures together.

No matter when your wedding is being held, party hire equipment in Sydney will likely be one of the elements you need to take care of. Get in touch with Pillingers Hiring Service on 02 8999 8486.

Creating A Theme For Your Wedding

There are many places to take inspiration for a wedding theme, and you can create consistency between all aspects of the big day by making sure your décor and equipment hire suit the theme.

Seasonal themes

The time of year in which your wedding takes place could provide simple cues for a theme, especially if some parts of your wedding take place outdoors and can match the natural world. Spring weddings have an excuse to feature even more flowers than a typical wedding day, from bouquets to floral bridesmaids' dresses and flower emblems on invitations and other bespoke stationery, while summer weddings can benefit from a tropical theme complimented by tiki lights and fruit cocktails. Wildflowers can be a great way to use the natural colours of autumn, while winter wonderland themes can be well suited to indoor weddings in the coldest months of the year.

Establishing the theme

Once you've settled on a theme, there are many places in which this theme can be established and maintained, from the dresses of the bride and bridesmaid to décor such as tablecloths and chair covers. You can also get creative with menus highlighting the best of the season, from apple ciders in the autumn and mulled wine in the winter to tropical fruits for summer weddings.

Wedding hire in Sydney

Pillingers Hiring Service can help you with any aspect of wedding hire in Sydney, for all sizes of events. Phone 02 8999 8486 for more details about venue sourcing and chair or equipment hire.

The Psychology Of Event Lighting

When arranging equipment hire for any indoor event, lighting is one area that shouldn't be overlooked, and you might want to think about the different moods and effects that can be created through different types of lighting.

In this video, DJ Brian S Redd offers tips for different effects that can achieved through strategic use of event lighting, whether you're organising a wedding, private party or corporate function. If you're keen to take a hands-on approach to lighting your event, learning about the different moods that can be created through different forms of lighting and their colours could help you set the perfect atmosphere for your event, based on how the human brain responds to light sources.

Bright and stark lighting traditionally puts people in the mood for internal processes such as learning, and can make them less inclined to express themselves externally, in conversation and other forms. This type of lighting may be well suited for formal environments, seminars and talks, but is less well suited to sociable events where people should be encouraged to relax and express themselves through softer lighting.

If you're looking for lighting to get people on the dance floor, moving lights can provide enough illumination for people to see, without exposing anyone to extended periods in the spotlight. Red lighting can be particularly effective for dance floor areas, as this colour makes people more excited and energised.

Contact Pillingers Hiring Service on 02 8999 8486 to discuss lighting and other equipment hire in Liverpool or Sydney for any type of event.

Make Your Party Stand Out With A Glow Bar

If you're looking for distinctive party hire equipment for your event, hiring glow bars and other glow features can be cost-effective ways to create a big impact.

Distinctive glow bars

Glow bars are more than just accessories for an event, and can be a major attraction themselves. These illuminated bar areas can encourage party guests to order drinks, which can be useful if you have a minimum sales requirement to meet at your venue, as well as being a talking point to help people start conversations. Glow bars are available in a variety of sizes and colours that can be chosen for mood or coherence with other décor in your venue.

Glow party supplies

Glow lighting can be a fun alternative to standard lighting set-ups, whether this lighting is incorporated into furnishings such as bars or tables or in smaller items such as glow glasses, glow sticks and glowing necklaces, putting lighting in the hands of your party guests. You can choose from a wide range of glow accessories for many types of events, from indoor parties to outdoor events held at night. Glow supplies can also be the centre of activities, such as glowing beach balls and night golf equipment.

Equipment hire in Liverpool

Pillingers Hiring Service offers a wide range of party hire equipment in Sydney, whether you need help finding a venue for your private or corporate event or you're looking for distinctive equipment supplies. Call 02 8999 8486 for more information about glow bars, lighting, BBQs, stages and chair hire.