Wedding and event planners building a rental inventory of vases, string lights, and decorative accents get more value from owning a trade-priced collection they reuse event after event than renting or buying retail for every single booking — the pieces pay for themselves within a season of regular use.
Why owning inventory beats sourcing per event
Planners booking multiple events a month don't have time to source decor fresh for each one, and renting from a third party means working around someone else's availability and inventory condition. Owning a core inventory of versatile, reusable pieces solves both problems at once.
Vases for centerpieces and florals
Centerpiece vases need to work across different color palettes and event styles since no two clients want identical florals. Our Vases collection, including versatile neutral pieces like the Isla Ceramic Vase, gives planners a flexible base that works with almost any floral design.
String lights and ambient lighting
String lights and LED accents transform a venue after dark and are one of the most requested additions for evening receptions. Our Holiday LED Strips collection covers this, offering pieces that work for both event installations and later resale as seasonal decor if inventory needs change.
Statement pendant lighting for tented events
Tented receptions and marquee events benefit from a hung statement fixture that gives the space a finished, non-temporary feel. Pieces from our Design Lighting collection work well here, provided your venue or tent structure supports hanging fixtures.
Textiles and finishing accents
Table runners, throws for lounge seating areas, and small decorative accents round out an event design. Our Pillows & Throws and Decor collections cover this finishing layer.
Building inventory that lasts multiple seasons
Event decor gets transported, handled by multiple people, and reused dozens of times a season — durability matters as much as style when building a rental inventory meant to last.
Trade pricing for event and wedding planners
Wedding and event planning businesses qualify for Letifly's Design Trade Program: exclusive discounts across the full catalog including sale items, a dedicated design consultant, free U.S. shipping, and tax-exempt purchasing where eligible. Apply with your business details for approval, typically within one business day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth owning decor inventory versus renting per event?
For planners booking events regularly, owned inventory typically pays for itself within a season compared to per-event rental costs, and it's available on your own schedule.
Should vases be neutral or match a specific color trend?
Neutral vases generally get more reuse across different client color palettes, since florals and linens can carry the color story while the vase stays versatile.
Can string lights double as both event decor and resellable seasonal stock?
Yes — many planners use the same string light inventory for events and also sell or resell pieces as seasonal holiday decor when not in active use.
How do event planning businesses apply for trade pricing?
Submit your business details through the Design Trade Program page. Approval typically takes one business day or less.
