Event decorator

A decorator designs and installs the whole look: backdrop, centerpieces, head table, balloons and lighting.

Typical price
$900 to $4,000 for a typical party
Book ahead
3 to 6 months for quinces and weddings
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What to expect

How it works
Meets you to set the theme, then installs 2 to 5 hours before guests arrive and removes it after. Often owns rentals like backdrops, thrones and chargers.
How much to plan
Price scales by tables (about 10 guests each) plus the focal pieces.
  • Comes with an attendant

Styles to choose from

  • Full-room design

    Everything matched to a theme.

  • Head table and backdrop only

    Focus where photos happen.

  • Quince or sweet 16 design

    Throne, court table, monogram, lighting.

  • Monochrome or ultra-modern

    One-color and sculptural looks trending for 2026.

How to book it

Book ahead3 to 6 months for quinces and weddings2 to 4 weeks for small parties.

What we'll ask you

Your request asks a few quick things, so vendors can price it right:

  1. Which event decorator styles interest you?Full-room design, Head table and backdrop only, Quince or sweet 16 design, Monochrome or ultra-modern
  2. How many guests will this serve?
  3. What is your theme or color palette?
  4. What should they handle?Backdrop, Centerpieces, Head table, Balloons, Linens, Lighting, Entrance

Houston notes

  • The Bash lists monochrome design, ultra-modernism and mixed metals among its 2026 party trends.

Doing it yourself? Pick one focal wall and two colors; do it yourself with rented chargers and a balloon garland kit.

Great for

Pairs well with

Hosts often book these alongside it.

Balloon garland and installs$10 to $30 per foot of garlandBackdrop rental$300 to $700 per backdropThrone chair$150 to $400 per chairUplighting$250 to $500 for a typical party

Cheaper alternatives

Close to the same idea, for less.

Tablescape rentals$1.15 to $6.50 per piece
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$900 to $4,000for a typical party
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