Rattan Lanterns hanging under a clear-top tent for Jocelyn & Andrew's wedding reception at The Foundry in Long Island City, NY. A clear tent with string lights, hosting a dinner party for many guests outside.
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Jocelyn & Andrew’s Bohemian-Chic Wedding Reception with Rattan Lanterns at The Foundry – April 25th, 2025

Rattan Lanterns hanging under a tent for Jocelyn & Andrew’s wedding reception at The Foundry in Long Island City, NY.

Photos by Amy Sims Photography

Jocelyn & Andrew’s Wedding Reception

When Jocelyn & Andrew envisioned their perfect wedding day, they considered ways to create a magical experience. Without a doubt, they nailed it by including Rattan Lanterns under their wedding tent. The addition of Rattan Lanterns under their tent was influential in helping make their wedding reception breathtaking. Without a doubt, the Rattan Lanterns became a memorable conversation piece that their guests will remember long after their wedding day.

Rattan Lanterns hanging under a clear-top tent for Jocelyn & Andrew's wedding reception at The Foundry in Long Island City, NY. A clear tent with string lights, hosting a dinner party for many guests outside.

Photos by Amy Sims Photography

A Magical Wedding Reception with Rattan Lanterns Under a Tent

Picture their guests dining at their wedding reception under the warm glow from the Rattan Lanterns overhead. These captivating lanterns never fail in transforming a raw space or tent. The distinctive natural aesthetic of Rattan Lanterns sets them apart from conventional lighting. In addition, they weave a rustic charm into the very fabric of a wedding celebration. As a result, the attending guests find themself immersed in a surreal industrial-chic atmosphere.

Rattan Lanterns hanging under a clear-top tent for Jocelyn & Andrew's wedding reception at The Foundry in Long Island City, NY. A clear tent with string lights, hosting a dinner party for many guests outside.

Photos by Amy Sims Photography

What are Rattan Lanterns?

Rattan emerges from the lush tropical landscapes where slender palm vines stretch toward the heavens, creating a material that embodies nature’s own sophisticated elegance. These graceful stems, when masterfully woven into lanterns, become chic lampshades that help provide soft light with unparalleled beauty. While often confused with wicker—which describes the weaving technique itself—rattan represents the soul of the material. While rattan refers to a type of material, wicker is a weaving technique that sometimes uses rattan. Together, the wicker weaving technique using long rattan stems will help bring warmth and authenticity to your wedding reception.

Rattan Lanterns hanging under a clear-top tent for Jocelyn & Andrew's wedding reception at The Foundry in Long Island City, NY. A clear tent with string lights, hosting a dinner party for many guests outside.

Photos by Amy Sims Photography

The Versatility of Rattan Lanterns under a Wedding Tent

What makes Rattan Lanterns truly extraordinary is their chameleon-like ability to complement almost any wedding reception. While they naturally embrace a bohemian look with their earthy textures and organic forms, these versatile lights seamlessly enhance almost everything.

For weddings with a tent, like Jocelyn & Andrew’s, Rattan Lanterns become the crowning jewel of the reception. Beneath their clear-top tent, Rattan Lanterns were a compliment to the industrial-chic look of The Foundry. These natural lighting fixtures successfully create a stunning look from above, while providing a warm and cozy light for their tent.

Rattan Lanterns hanging under a clear-top tent for Jocelyn & Andrew's wedding reception at The Foundry in Long Island City, NY. A clear tent with string lights, hosting a dinner party for many guests outside.

Photos by Amy Sims Photography

A Tale of Industrial Romance

Are you considering hanging Rattan Lanterns at your wedding reception, similar to Jocelyn and Andrew’s? This harmonious blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty left their guests spellbound. Without a doubt, Jocelyn and Andrew made a great choice to include rattan lanterns in their decor.

Are you considering hanging Rattan Lanterns at your NYC wedding? Then contact Universal Light and Sound, and let’s talk about providing our Rattan Lanterns at your NYC wedding. We can’t wait to speak with you.

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  • Photos: @amysimsphoto
  • Venue: @thefoundrylic
  • Catering: @bartlebyandsage
  • Florist: @kraftandcompany
  • Music: @silverarrowband
  • H&MU: @trulyhappybeauty
  • Lighting: @ulsnyc
  • Rentals: @broadwaypartyrentals
  • Gown: @allurebridals from @lotusbridal
  • Stationary: @beaconlnweddings
  • Rings: @jangmijewelry & @satomi_kawakita_jewelry