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Beautiful Outdoor Reception Tablescapes

06.09.16
Featured Reception

Outdoor wedding with festoon lighting

Photo by Byron Loves Fawn via Jaya and Llewellyn’s Rustic Byron Bay Wedding

The beauty of soft tone on tone linens with soft purple flowers and coloured glassware add a sense of style to this outdoor reception – festoon lighting is positively a must!

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Ms Polka (Dorothy)
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