With the nation facing tough economic times, commercial clients will be gravitating towards conservative and classic themes that will convey the warmth and emotional appeal of the holidays.Less thematic displays have great appeal in that they can be used for many years and be updated and embellished in the future. With that said, this by no means reflects a cookie cutter look, but quite the opposite.Clients are looking for unique and interesting holiday displays to draw consumer traffic, focusing on quality not quantity.
Fiberglass pieces, overhead decor and displays that can adapt to a many areas have become a strong selling point. Clients are looking for displays that can be set up in a variety of locations, not just in the center court, in the event that the area might be leased out at a later date to temporary retailers or kiosks.
A smart way a commercial venue can reap the most benefits out of a holiday display is by utilizing large, attention-getting décor pieces placed at key locations. The displays should be visible from a distance and have impact so that they are remembered by consumers.
ColorWave LED’s, an exciting product in the market, uses multicolor LED’s to create wonderful lighting effects. It utilizes a micro-controller based circuit patented by Holiday Creations. This circuitry provides increased efficiency by directly controlling an alternating current (AC) source thus eliminating the need for transformers. Additionally, since the circuit uses AC current to control the LEDs, it allows for all other strings plugged into the same circuit and plugged in at the same time to be automatically synchronized.The durability and high efficiency of this product makes it well suited for year round use in commercial and residential decorating applications.
Rather than flashing abruptly from one color to the next, ColorWave’s individual lamps fade gradually between colors.Currently this product is available in different sizes and four color combination, Red/Green, Blue/Yellow, Blue/Green, and Red/Blue.An example of how this technology works goes like this:The Red/Blue starts red and gradually fades to blue passing through the intermediary colors that includes mauves and purples. Additionally, ColorWave LED’s come in commercial and retail sets.The commercial sets have an additional benefit not available in retail sets.They have a function adapter which allows for a pause at any color in the spectrum, as well as twinkle.So if you are someone who prefers the solid color option but would like to change colors often, this product would offer you all these benefits for one price.
Think of the wide range of holiday decorating possibilities this product has to offer! You are not only restricted to using them for Christmas decorating since they change color gradually, you can utilize them for 4th of July, St. Patrick’s Day, outdoor parties, graduations, etc. There is no end to their uses.
The Red/Blue sets would look great for decorating 4th of July festivities!Decorate tables, rooflines, porches.Lighting is one of the most important factors in creating a party’s atmosphere, with ColorWave’s; you’ll keep your guests in awe.
Hanukkah festivities… The Blue to white are perfect!They are both classy and mesmerizing.
For Christmas decorating, you could use ColorWave M5 lights to create a moving row of evergreen trees or shrubs. You could decorate an outdoor tree with large commercial shatterproof ornaments and light it up; the gradual color changes would accent your décor and make it look different with every color that goes by.
Not only are these LED lights beautiful, but they also save you money and provide you with a safer alternative to incandescent bulbs, due to them staying cool to the touch.They are energy efficient and built to last for many years, making them an ideal eco- friendly decorating product.So next time you contemplate lighting up one of your events call a professional holiday decorator and ask for this great product.You won’t be disappointed.
Go “Green”- Resembling a woodland theme, this year’s green holiday décor would encompass the use of materials found in the natural world. Among the many options are wild birds, feathers, nests, deer and the use of flowers and foliage such as amaryllis, holly, hydrangea, eucalyptus and willow twigs.
Black and White - This color combination is hot this year. Popular ornaments icons such as snowflakes, snowmen, penguins could be easily incorporated into the white and black theme. A particular trendy look could be achieved by displaying white ornaments on a black tree or black ornaments on a white tree.
Monochromatic- Pick a color, any color and go to town with it! You can achieve a very elegant look by mixing different textures and sizes while staying within the same color family.
Cities and States- A casino tree (featuring cards, dice and money ornaments) will work in Atlantic City or another gambling spot; and a seaside tree (with fish, seahorses, starfish and corals) in a beach town. There are many retailers offering regional-themed decorations that can be further personalized, making them more locally focused.
Specific Interests- Trees are being used to convey a specific trade or hobby. A gardening theme for gardeners, an African heritage theme for African-American clients, a nativity theme for religious clients, a dessert treat theme for bakers. The possibilities are endless.
Looking Back in the Past- Victorian themes are a must, as well as less distant looks such as 1950’s, 1960’s and 1970’s. Licensed ornament collections from Kurt S. Adler include pop-culture items for any these eras. Themes that you might envision could include Elvis, “I Love Lucy” and “Betty Boop” amongst others.
Go “Green”- Resembling a woodland theme, this year’s green