Outdoor parties are the perfect way to celebrate any occasion, from birthdays and weddings to corporate events and backyard gatherings. To make your event truly special, consider renting unique outdoor party decor and props that will create a memorable experience for your guests. Take a look at some of our unique inventory items, perfect for creating fun focal points, stylish backdrops, food and drink displays, or social areas, that are sure to impress.

Photo-Worthy Outdoor Party Decor & Backdrops

Every event needs a photo backdrop! A place where guests can snap a photo as a keepsake or share it on social media. The Fiona Ivory Mantle is a beautiful and versatile piece of decor. Whether it is placed against a wall or standalone, it can also be used as a backdrop or a fun focal point. Adorn the mantle with flowers and the base with lanterns, and it is perfect as a backdrop for opening presents at a birthday or baby shower. An equally stunning option is our Wrought Iron Arch. It would look stunning for a garden party, whether you choose to feature it as an entryway to hang a banner. For a more elegant look, weave our Chiffon Runner or fresh flowers through the metal lattice!

Outdoor Drink & Food Displays

One of our favorite ways to make a statement at any event is with a stylish drink or food display. It’s a simple but effective way to elevate a buffet area or to serve up favors to guests! The most popular piece in our inventory of outdoor party decor is our whiskey barrels, with an acrylic or barn wood top. It’s the perfect makeshift bar or grazing table! But you can also use it in tandem with a variety of our cake stands to create a multi-level display of appetizers or desserts. Or create a stylish buffet when you mix and match our beverage dispensers and chafing dishes.

A close second to any of our whiskey barrel bars is our Market Cart. Simple and bright white, it is a chic piece ideal for baby and bridal showers! Use this piece as a welcome area for a ticketed event, as a designated space for presents, or to place favors for guests to grab as they are exiting. If you would prefer a prop with space for custom signage, for a birthday party or themed event, opt for a Ticket Booth.

If you’re hosting a wedding, anniversary, or corporate event, champagne is a must! Toast to another year, or a year of big achievements, with a trendy champagne tower. You can create a beautiful tablescape with any of our linens and a tower created using our Gatsby Champagne Coupes. Or, if you aren’t a fan of a glass tower, feature our White 6-Tier Serving Tower. Sleek and modern, it will make hosting a toast a breeze!

Trendy Outdoor Lounge Areas

Want a focal point for your event that is not just aesthetic? You need a lounge area – maybe two! We stock a large variety of trendy sofas, armchairs, accent tables, and rugs to create a lounge area that is as beautiful as it is comfortable. Start with any of our sofas, like our classic Bennett Leather or the retro-inspired Fern Velvet. Armchairs will increase the amount of seating available, as will any of our poufs or ottomans. If your lounge is being used during a cocktail hour with drinks or light bites, be sure to grab a set of accent tables. And, finally, don’t overlook a rug; whether you prefer cowhide or vintage. It will beautifully frame the space, whereas without one it can leave your lounge feeling incomplete.

Want to feature one or several of our outdoor party decor or props at your upcoming event? Contact our team for help, or if you need additional ideas. Plus, be sure to check out our new tent packages, curated to include everything you need for a stylish outdoor celebration; because planning an outdoor party doesn’t have to be a hassle! Looking for an outdoor event theme that is fresh and fun? Get inspired by this classic cookout party!

Whether it is the first or the third, a new baby on the way is a reason to celebrate. And not just the baby, but the mom-to-be! Baby showers are now bigger than ever, hosting larger guests sizes and featuring fun themes. Get inspired when you take a look at our baby shower party rentals, from colorful linens to fun props and photo-worthy backdrops!

Colorful Linens

At any event you’ll want to have somewhere for guests to sit. Especially if you have plans to serve up some light bites or refreshments. In addition to tables and chairs, we have lots of colorful linens that will elevate your event, in both pink and blue hues. Some of our favorites include, Ice Pink or Coral for girls. Or Light Blue and Periwinkle for boys. If you prefer a gender neutral color scheme, consider Cornsilk for a “Sweet as a Bee” theme. Or keep it modern and neutral when you feature our Toast Poly.

Fun Focal Chairs for Mom

Until baby arrives mom should be front and center! Make sure she is the focal point throughout the day when you rent a stylish chair for her to sit at, whether for dinner or while she opens gifts. We have vintage options, including a Throne Chair and Provence Cathedral Chair. Or for a more plush and colorful option, consider our plush Gloria Velvet Arm Chair or Farrah Teal Velvet Chair.

Photo-Worthy Backdrops

At every event today a photo backdrop is a must-have! Not only so you can snap some keepsake photos, but so your friends and family can share some online. A classic choice for a baby shower backdrop is the Fiona Ivory Mantle, on which you can place flowers, candles, and more. Easy to customize, you can add on the decor of your choice.

On-Theme Treats

In addition to food, most people serve up some sort of sweet treat! Usually selected or decorated to complement their baby shower theme. We currently offer a Vintage Popcorn Machine, perfect for a “Ready to Pop!” theme – as well as serving up a salty snack. Meanwhile our rustic Donut Wall is a fun choice for the gender neutral theme, “We Do-Not Know”! Get creative and check out our inventory to see what unique themes you can come up with a display for.

Pretty Props

Props are an underrated option for decor, especially when it comes to themed events. Our Market Cart is a versatile piece that can be used to bring a variety of ideas to life. From a build your own bouquet stand to a drink or food station or to display favors for guests. Our other baby shower prop rentals include a Ticket Booth, a fun detail for those who plan to greet each of their guests!

Ready to book some of our baby shower party rentals? Reach out to our team at info@southerneventsonline.com and a member of our team will help you select the perfect pieces for your event. For more event inspo, check out our blog on Velvet Party Rentals, perfect for hosting a luxury baby shower!

When you want to create a fun spot for wedding guests to ham for the camera or hope event attendees will share your gathering on social media you need a photo-worthy spot. Bonus points when your event photo backdrop also works as decor duty.  At Southern Events, we have both trendy and stylish props and decor for rent that will do both! Engage your event’s attendees with our instagrammable event photo backdrop rentals from Southern Events that will have them snapping and sharing photos.

Boxwood Walls

Treat your guests to the perfect photo op in front of our boxwood walls – making memories and making your event memorable! These trendy props are a great focal point for your event. Plus they’re so easy to personalize with specialty decor – like a neon sign or colorful balloon arch.

Photo by Kelsey Leigh Photography

Pipe & Drape

If you prefer a stylish but no-fuss backdrop, you’ll want to go with pipe and drape! They can be styled to your preference, and decorated to your liking. For example, hang florals streamers for a baby or bridal shower. Or get creative at a corporate event with branded signage. We currently offer drapes in black, white, ivory, and champagne. You can also skip the draping and use the pipe frame to hang a custom step and repeat.

Fiona Mantle

Mantles are a stunning and meaningful prop! Traditionally the center of a home, it stands for love and life – making it perfect for a wedding. We also love it for an anniversary party, celebration of life or milestone birthday. Our freestanding ivory Fiona mantle is easy to decorate to complement the theme of your event. Feature fresh flowers, lanterns, geometric shapes, candles, or a combination of pieces.

Photo by Readylight Media

Want to feature one of these trendy event photo backdrops at your upcoming event? Contact our team today for help recreating one of these looks for your Tennessee wedding, social, or corporate event.