Wedding décor rental and setup
Rent and style arches, centerpieces, signs and table decor for couples, and set it up at the venue.
- $1.5k-7k
- Side hustle
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in the US, not guarantees.
What it is
You own a collection of wedding decor such as backdrops, arches, candle holders, signs, linens and centerpieces. You deliver it to the venue, set it up before the ceremony and collect it afterward.
Your first three steps
- Look at local wedding decor prices and choose a style niche, such as rustic, modern or boho
- Buy a small starter collection and photograph it in a styled setup for your portfolio
- Introduce yourself to local venues and planners and offer a discounted first booking for photos and reviews
Who pays
Couples planning weddings, plus wedding planners and venues that want decor without buying it.
How it makes money
Rental fees per item or per package, with extra charges for setup, takedown, delivery and custom styling.
Skills that help
- Good eye for design and color
- Organized with inventory and dates
- Comfortable lifting and setting up
- Calm and friendly with stressed couples
Watch out for
- General liability insurance, since many venues ask for a certificate of insurance before you can set up
- Check whether your city or county requires a business license, and whether your HOA or lease allows storing inventory at home
- Damage and loss of items, so write a clear rental contract with a deposit
- Open flame rules at venues, since many ban candles
- Weekend-heavy work, with busy seasons and quiet months
Deep research report · US
Everything you need to start: wedding décor rental and setup
Researched with live web search for United States: real startup prices, the licences and rules, what others charge, a break-even example, how to find your first customers and a 30-day launch plan. With sources.
- Startup costs with real prices
- Licences, registration and rules
- Pricing: what others charge
- Break-even example
- Finding your first customers
- 30-day launch plan
- Risks and how to reduce them
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to start a wedding decor rental business?
Startup costs are typically around $1,500 to $7,000, depending on the size of your decor collection, storage and insurance. Damage and loss of items are a risk, so a clear rental contract with a deposit helps.
How much can a wedding decor rental business make?
Monthly revenue is typically around $800 to $5,000, depending on your collection, pricing and how many weddings you book. The work is weekend-heavy, with busy seasons and quiet months.
What should I check before renting out wedding decor?
Get general liability insurance, since many venues ask for a certificate of insurance before you can set up. Check whether your city or county requires a business license, and whether your HOA or lease allows storing inventory at home. Also check venue open flame rules.
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