DIY rainbow streamers altar decoration with bride and groom

Rainbow Streamers at The Shack Revolution

Sophie & James’ wedding day was an 80s dream of colour and nostalgia mixed in with some of the best DIY you'll ever see at Recommended Venue, The Shack Revolution. With so much colourful decor from the DIY rainbow streamers, custom banner sign and bright flowers, the 80's vibe this couple wanted was complete with funky movie stationery designed by Sophie herself! The bride is a talented Graphic Designer and that certainly shows in the details of this amazing day! Especially with her bridal outfit, Sophie wore detachable puff sleeves, a pearl bridal hat and a pearl veil from Recommended Supplier, Ashley Wild Bridal. The incredible Recommended Supplier, Mark Horton Photos, captured this fun-filled day.

Rainbow streamers for 80s theme wedding at The Shack Revolution

We planned our day to be a huge party, rather than a wedding, that not only celebrated our marriage but also all of the people and the things we love. We made an entire weekend of it, staying in a big house with 20+ of our family and friends, and it was pure chaos! But in the most wonderful way.

Sophie & James

Funky wedding stationery with bright colours and dinosaurs made by the bride

Bright colourful rainbow confetti moment for bride and groom at The Shack Revolution

Bride in Suzanne Neville wedding dress with detachable sleeves kissing groom in green suit with rainbow streamers

Maid of honour in dark green halter neck bridesmaid dress performing wedding reading

Groom in green suit with the bride in a strapless wedding dress carrying a pink wedding bouquet at industrial wedding venue

Father of the bride in beige suit walking down the aisle with the bride in a strapless wedding dress at The Shack Revolution

Groom in dark green suit with a jungle leaf tie from Peggy and Finn

Bride in strapless Suzanne Neville wedding dress with front slit walking with groom in green suit

Colourful DIY rainbow streamers altar decoration with purple custom banner

Colourful rainbow streamers DIY wedding altar decoration for 80s theme wedding with the bride and groom for their wedding ceremony

Customised light purple wedding banner with heart and their initials

Bride wearing pearl wedding veil kissing groom for their first kiss with purple custom wedding banner

Retro dinosaur wedding stationery flatlay with fluffy white bridal shoes

Groom in green suit getting into white vintage wedding car

Bride in detachable puff sleeves for Suzanne Neville wedding dress with pearl wedding veil

Bride and groom at wedding ceremony at The Shack Revolution in West Midlands

Bride in strapless Suzanne Neville wedding dress with front slit and detachable puff sleeves with pink bouquet

Colourful confetti moment for bride and groom after their wedding ceremony

Bride wearing strapless wedding dress with stylish belt and pearl veil

The bride and groom share a kiss as their guests throw the confetti over the couple to celebrate their wedding

Rainbow streamers for 80s wedding

Sophie & James wanted their day to reflect them completely. What that entailed was a total explosion of colour with rainbow streamers, artwork and little nods to all of their fave things. The couple knew that they wanted an 80s theme to match their vibe. By doing a lot of DIY, they could make their wedding day completely bespoke and it ended up being one of their favourite parts of the planning process! For their reception, they had an epic live 80s band and a comical cake cutting moment with a tiny knife to cut their cupcake. The band played all the bangers with some of the best lights and sound. Sophie & James were over the moon and never left the dance floor! The venue was decorated with personalised movie posters, nods to Mexico with mini maracas and a free drink scratch card for guests.

Pearl wedding hat

Now, the fashion at this wedding is something we just have to mention. The bridesmaids wore dark green bridesmaid dresses which reflected James' suit colour and his incredible tie from Recommended Supplier, Peggy and Finn. Whilst the groomsmen were dressed in sharp grey suits. We’re obsessed with the darker colours of the wedding outfits compared to the bright and vibrant decor! It looks stunning! After the ceremony, Sophie & James had the perfect confetti moment thanks to Recommended Supplier, Flutter, Darlings!. Because the couple didn't want any formal family shots, they achieved a more candid look and their photographer could capture more of the decor. For their candid couple portraits, Sophie took off her sleeves and grabbed her white pearl bridal hat! So chic!

Sticky wedding canapés with sesame seeds for guests

Mini wedding cake knife presented on red cushion for the bride and groom to cut their wedding cupcake

The Shack Revolution in the West Midlands decorated with rainbow streamers and retro decorations for 80s theme wedding

Intimate and romantic first dance for the bride and groom

Groom in dark green suit reading out his wedding speech at the industrial style wedding

Custom purple banner wedding sign with the bride staring at the groom reading his wedding speech

Wedding reception party with live band at The Shack Revolution

Groom in green suit with jungle tie with the bride wearing white pearl bridal hat

Industrial wedding venue decorated in colourful rainbow streamers with a banner sign

Bride and groom posing in front of their colourful altar decorations with streamers

Bride in fun pearl bridal hat with the groom in dark green suit

Bride in strapless wedding dress with stylish belt from Suzanne Neville with groom in dark green suit enter their wedding reception

The bride and groom sitting at their wedding breakfast wearing mr and mrs bibs

Father of the bride in beige suit stands up to read out his wedding speech

Live 80s wedding band playing at The Shack Revolution for the wedding

Bride in Suzanne Neville wedding dress with white pearl bridal hat with groom in dark green suit

Bride dancing at the wedding reception wearing strapless dress

Origami wedding favours decorating the wedding tables

Guitarist in live band playing at wedding reception

Groom in dark green suit with the bride in a white wedding dress and bridal hat

Couple portrait of bride and groom at their industrial wedding venue with an 80s theme

Pink and orange candles decorating wedding table with red table runner with heart origami napkins with place names and tea lights

Best man speech at wedding standing next to metallic streamer decorations

Bride wearing white pearl hat posing with groom at The Shack Revolution

Mr & Mrs bibs, custom cocktails, and dinosaur stationery! This couple made their day a true reflection of their personality

We have so many favourite moments, but our first dance to Purple Rain by Prince (performed impeccably for us by Miami Vibe, who learnt it, especially for our first dance) is something we won’t forget.

Sophie & James

Those DIY rainbow streamers are mindblowing! We’re in awe of the dedication and it’s safe to say that hard work pays off. Take a look at our DIY favourites article to see some other incredible DIY projects at real weddings! Sophie & James’ favourite moment of their day was their first dance. Are you having a first dance? If so, take a look at our favourite 290+ first dance songs to help you find the perfect song.