If you’ve decided on an outdoor wedding, there is probably one major question you still have to ask yourself – “what kind of tent options are there for me to choose from?” Luckily for you, we have all of the answers, as this list of top 10 wedding tents will provide you with a grouping of the most popular international choices when it comes to both hiring wedding tents and buying wedding tents. So without further ado, here they are in all of their glory - the top 10 international wedding tent choices!
1. Pole Tents
With a Pole Tent the name says it all, as this tent is literally supported by both poles and guy-wires. This gives it a big showy top with one or even more peaks. This tent is slightly reminiscent of the old style tents, which gives it a beautiful, elegant and sophisticated look.
2. Frame Tents
The frame tent is probably one of the most common types of special events tents available and is often the first choice tent option for an individual or company who wants to buy an event tent or is interested in wedding tent hire. It takes its name from the fact that it uses a metal frame to support the tent and it is completely free standing.
3. Marquee Tents
The ever popular choice for weddings around the world, the faithful marquee tent is a cross between the pole tent and the frame tent and it brings both convenience and style to the party (literally).
4. Sailcloth Tents
Sailcloth tents are an increasingly popular choice for weddings thanks to the fact that they consist of a translucent fabric that adds ambience to any outdoor wedding. They also help to create a soaring ceiling and curved lines, which is what many brides are looking for on their special day.
5. Clear Tents
Similar to frame tents but with a clear vinyl top, this type of tent adds protection from the elements while still providing an undiminished view of the sky. This type of tent is particularly popular for night weddings!
6. Tropical Style Tents
The tropical style tent, or the beach tent as it is sometimes referred to, consists of light translucent fabric draped over a wooden or bamboo frame and is available in a number of different styles. This tent is aesthetically pleasing but provides almost no protection from the elements, nevertheless it is still a popular tent choice for beach weddings around the globe.
7. Carnival Tents
Although these tents are probably the least popular wedding tents on this list, carnival or circus tents are still extremely versatile and provide excellent protection from the elements for large groups of people.
8. Bedouin Style Stretch Tents
If you’re looking to hire a wedding tent that is perfect for any occasion, can cover any surface area (or terrain type) and yet still looks good, then this is the wedding tent option for you! Each and every one of these hand crafted works of art are beautiful to look at and come in a range of different colours and sizes.
9. Tepee (or Tipi) Tent
Styled after the Nordic Sami kata tents as well as the Native American tepee tents, these wedding tents offer a unique shape, cosy environment, and come in a variety of sizes and configurations.
10. Yurts
Perfect for small weddings only, these traditional tents are particularly popular in Canada and England. They offer a more intimate feeling to a wedding due to their smaller size, but still provide outstanding protection from the elements no matter what time of the year it is.
Originally posted on: South African Stretch Tents
