The art of drapery has been a form of expression for thousands of years, stringing together a multitude of cultures. Today, draping is used in many industries, from interior design and runway shows to events! In everyday life, draping hangs elegantly in our homes—not only for privacy, but to cohesively bring all the elements of a home together, crafting the perfect balance of harmony and ambience.
In the event world, draping serves the same purpose: to bring color, patterns, privacy, and ambiance to any event. At Lola Valentina, we believe great design and bold colors do just that—bring spaces (and people) together.
Why Choose Draping?
With its multiple applications and methods, draping utilizes yards of fabrics/textiles to amplify an event space, creating a fully immersive, high-end experience. Used for centuries in different forms of fashion, design, and accents, draping has now found a place to live vicariously between the threads of every event. No event is too big, too small, too maximalist or minimalist. Opting in for draping enhances events, and if done right, it can unite all the small details and tie in the big picture.
Types of Draping
Draping is more than just hanging fabric — it’s an art form, creating a lasting effect from start to finish. So, how do we drape events and create effortless memories for guests?
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Wall Draping
• Playful • Elegant • Sweet
Wall draping consists of hanging fabric, usually from a frame or rod, to add a finishing touch to any space. Pretty in pink, this cabana poolside dream showcases outdoor wall draping at its finest. Designed by Todd Events, it features custom Abstract Oval panels that accent the space with charm. Pictured on the right, these segmented panels—or drapes—bring a breezy, elegant vibe to the poolside, proving how wall draping can elevate any design.
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Ceiling Draping
Immersive • Dramatic • High-end
Ceiling drapes suspend from the ceiling, adding a high-end, dramatic look to the overall event. They also add depth and dimension to the venue, creating an immersive experience, especially when paired with other types of draping, like pipe and drape. Rafanelli Events exemplified this beautifully, designing a breathtaking pink-themed environment that fully surrounded guests in color, texture, and elegance.
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Stage Draping
Fun • Eye Candy • Accent
Encore, let the band play in style!
Adding stage draping can introduce a fun, playful, or elegant flair to a performance space. Drapes come in a variety of materials, textures, and colors, allowing for creative expression that fits the tone of the event. Some productions even use digitally projected patterns on the stage walls, offering a modern twist on traditional draping techniques.
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Entrance Draping
Defining • Purposeful • Inviting
Create an inviting experience with entrance draping. Illuminating the pathway, it guides guests to the main event while offering a purposeful and elevating prequel, building anticipation. As seen in these stunning visuals, the garden draping and soft lighting set a romantic tone from the moment you enter.
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Canopy Draping
• Soft • Airy • Minimal
Canopy draping usually hangs from the ceiling. Unlike ceiling draping, it uses panels to add a small touch of accent to a space or an art installation hanging from the ceiling.
New and upcoming restaurants are opting in for this type, like Alla Vita in Chicago, which has fully immersed ceiling fabric, adding movement and art to any room.
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Pipe and Drape
• Classic • Concealing • Structure
Like wall draping, pipe and drape conceals but also builds structure. The difference is in the application—it involves a specific ecosystem of piping that fabric will be hung from. Usually, pipe and drape covers the entire wall from ceiling to floor. It’s a practical choice for transforming blank or unsightly walls, while also adding texture and depth to the overall space.
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Custom Design Fabric Yard for Draping
• New • Bold • Custom
Stepping out of the traditional with our best-kept secret: custom design fabric yardage. Give your event a cohesive theme by adding and applying the. Custom pattern into different elements like drapes, bars, lamp shades, panels, and more. Or, use multiple patterns and colors throughout an event—a maximalists dream.
A&E transformed the venue into a Ralph Lauren-esque experience, with a custom plaid pattern seamlessly integrated from the walls to the bar, truly creating an otherworldly atmosphere.
“Our imagination runs deep. Does yours?”
Ordering Draping from Lola
** We do not install any draping, we only provide the fabric**
