Sequin fabric catches every bit of light in a room, so a little sparkle goes a long way. These sequin backdrop ideas show where to use it, how to combine sequins with plain drapes, and how a few lights make the fabric shine.
Key takeaways
- Rent My Wedding backdrops come in many colors, in both solid and sequin fabrics, 8 or 10 feet tall and in any width.
- A valance or swag adds a second layer of drapes across the top, an easy way to add sequins over plain fabric.
- The tripod backdrops are designed for indoor use only.
- Check the fabric swatches on the backdrops page for the current sequin options before you choose your palette.
Why sequins photograph so well
Sequins are small, shiny discs sewn onto fabric. Each one reflects light at a slightly different angle, so the surface glitters when people move past it or when the lights change. In photos, that shows up as a soft sparkle behind whoever is standing in front.
The trick is balance. A wall that is all sequins is bold and works for a single focal point, while sequins mixed with plain drapes feel lighter and suit a longer head table. The style photos on the all backdrops page show both, with sequin panels and swags set over white drapes, so it is a good place to start.
Sequin backdrop ideas by layout
Sequin panels between plain drapes
Alternate sequin panels with plain drapes, as in the photo at the top of this page. Tie the sequin panels back at the middle or let them hang straight. This layout works across a wide head table because the sparkle repeats along the whole length without overwhelming the room.
A sequin swag across the top
A regular backdrop has one layer of drapes. A valance or swag is a second layer, and Rent My Wedding notes that you can do it in a different color or style the drapes to add interest. A sequin swag over plain drapes gives a softer, draped curve of sparkle, as in the photo further down. Our guide to setting up pipe and drape explains how the swag goes on.
A full sequin wall
For a single focal point, such as a photo spot or a cake table, go all in with sequin fabric across the whole backdrop. It reads as a party at first glance and needs very little else in front of it.
Two backdrops side by side
For a longer wall, set up more than one backdrop. The backdrops page has a how-to video on connecting multiple backdrops, so you can pair a sequin section with plain sections or repeat the same look along the room.
Where to put the sparkle
- The head or sweetheart table: the spot every guest looks at during toasts.
- Behind the cake: a shiny background makes a white cake stand out.
- The photo booth: sequins give guests a festive background for their photos. The DIY photo booth is self-serve, so guests can take their own pictures all night.
- A quince throne or entrance: our post on quinceañera backdrops has layouts for each spot.
Light it so it shines
Sequins need light to sparkle. Uplights sit on the floor and aim upward, and the uplighting page notes that the effect highlights walls and backdrops. Place one or two at the base of the backdrop and you will see the fabric glitter as soon as the room lights dim. You can choose any color with the push of a button, so the sequins can pick up the color of your theme.
If the cake sits in front of the backdrop, add a pin spot. It sits on the table, aims in under a minute and keeps the cake bright while the sequins sparkle behind it.
Sizing and setup
The backdrops come 8 or 10 feet tall and in any width, and you choose your size on the order page. Setup takes four steps: set up two tripods, attach the crossbar, add the drapes and raise the tripods.
Because the system uses tripods, it is lightweight and easy to carry, but it is designed for indoor use only and is not stable outdoors in wind. The backdrop also has a natural dip in the middle. To minimize it, Rent My Wedding recommends reducing the crossbar width to 6 feet instead of the full 12 feet.
Timing and returns
Rentals arrive at least two days before the event, and each rental includes setup instructions. There is no professional setup service, but 24/7 phone support is available. The rental lasts 5 days. After the event, repack everything in the same box, attach the prepaid return label and take it to a physical FedEx location within two days. Never leave it in a FedEx drop box.
Choose one spot to shine, add a little light, and these sequin backdrop ideas will do the rest. Tell the team your colors and the size of the wall, and they can help you plan the layout.
Want a backdrop that sparkles?
Share the venue, the date and the spot you want to highlight, and the team can suggest a setup.
FAQ
Do your backdrops come in sequin fabric?
Yes. Rent My Wedding backdrops are available in many colors, in both solid and sequin fabrics. The fabric swatches are shown on the backdrops page.
What sizes are the backdrops?
They come 8 or 10 feet tall and in any width. You choose the size on the order page.
Can I add a sequin swag over plain drapes?
Yes. A valance or swag is a second layer of drapes across the top, and it can be a different color or style from the drapes below. One of the style photos on the all backdrops page shows a sequin swag over white drapes.
People Also Ask
Where should a sequin backdrop go at a wedding?
Put it where guests and cameras look most, such as behind the head or sweetheart table, the cake table or the photo booth.
Can you use a sequin backdrop for a photo booth?
Yes. Sequins make a bright, festive background for booth photos, and Rent My Wedding’s DIY photo booth is self-serve, so guests can use it all night without an attendant.
