Glossary
Event & Party Rental Glossary
Definitions of 42+ terms used in event and party rentals across Nairobi — from Chiavari chairs and B-line pagola tents to Mehndi setups and LED dance floors. Click any term to view related rentals.
Furniture & Seating
- Chiavari chair
- An elegant ballroom chair with a curved spindle back, originally from Chiavari, Italy. Available in gold, clear (Crystal Ghost), white, silver and rose gold. The most popular wedding and gala chair in Nairobi. Browse rentals →
- French Louis chair
- A vintage-style chair with carved wooden frame and upholstered cushion, inspired by Louis XV French furniture. Used for luxury weddings and high-end events. Browse rentals →
- Crystal Ghost chair
- A transparent acrylic Chiavari-style chair. Looks invisible from a distance — popular for modern minimalist weddings where the focus stays on table styling. Browse rentals →
- Crossback chair
- A wooden chair with an X-shape on the back, inspired by French farmhouse design. Pairs well with rustic and boho-themed weddings and outdoor events. Browse rentals →
- Vogue chair
- A high-back upholstered chair with a slim, modern silhouette. Used for luxury head-table seating and bridal sweetheart tables. Browse rentals →
- Throne chair
- An oversized, ornate chair (typically gold or silver) used as the centrepiece of bridal sweetheart tables, baby shower mom-to-be seating, or VIP corporate stages. Browse rentals →
- Plastic Dressed chair
- Standard plastic event chair covered in a fabric chair cover with a sash tied at the back. Budget-friendly alternative to Chiavari for casual events. Browse rentals →
- Cocktail stool
- A tall stool (75-90 cm seat height) used at high-top cocktail tables for standing receptions, bar areas, and corporate networking events. Browse rentals →
Tents & Marquees
- A-frame tent
- A classic peaked-roof tent with vertical sides. Budget-friendly and quick to set up. Used for casual events, exhibitions, and budget-conscious gatherings. Browse rentals →
- High-peak tent
- A tent with an elegantly peaked roof (1-3 peaks depending on size). The most popular wedding and corporate tent style — sophisticated silhouette and good ceiling height. Browse rentals →
- B-line pagola tent
- A modular pagoda-style tent that can be linked end-to-end. Ideal for grand weddings (200-500 guests) and corporate marquees because it scales horizontally. Browse rentals →
- Cheese tent
- A nickname for a pagoda-style canopy tent with a triangular pyramid roof, named for its wedge-of-cheese shape. Often used for entrance covers and beverage stations. Browse rentals →
- Hexagonal marquee
- A six-sided modular tent that creates a wide, open-plan space without internal poles. Best for large receptions (100-300 guests) and corporate launches. Browse rentals →
- Stretch tent
- A flexible, free-form tent made of stretch fabric supported by poles. Creates organic, modern shapes — popular for upscale boho weddings and brand activations. Browse rentals →
- Dome marquee
- A geodesic dome-shaped tent with a transparent or solid skin. Used for high-end weddings, corporate galas, and unique brand activations where the tent itself is a design feature. Browse rentals →
- Miluxe tent
- A premium grade of stretch tent with reinforced fabric and high-quality poles. Used for luxury weddings and high-end corporate events. Browse rentals →
- Sidewalls
- Removable fabric panels that close the sides of an open-walled tent. Essential for evening events, rainy-season events, and venues exposed to wind. Browse rentals →
Décor & Tableware
- Charger plate
- A large decorative plate (28-32 cm diameter) placed under the dinner plate as part of formal table styling. Available in gold, silver, clear glass, and brushed bronze. Browse rentals →
- Centrepiece
- The decorative arrangement at the centre of each table — typically a floral arrangement, candle, glass vessel, or themed prop. Sets the visual tone of the room. Browse rentals →
- Balloon garland
- A continuous strand of mixed-size balloons hand-tied along a frame. Used as backdrops, entrance arches, or table runners. The signature décor element of modern parties. Browse rentals →
- Themed entrance arch
- A balloon-and-floral arch positioned at the entrance to a venue or photo area. Often customised to the party theme (Frozen, Princess, Spiderman, etc.) or wedding palette. Browse rentals →
- Doorway balloon display
- A vertical balloon installation framing a doorway or entrance. Smaller than an entrance arch but creates a focal point for photos. Browse rentals →
- Number stack balloons
- Large foil balloons shaped as numbers (1, 2, 30, etc.), stacked or filled with helium. Popular for milestone birthdays and anniversaries. Browse rentals →
- Shimmer wall
- A backdrop made of small reflective sequins or panels that catch light and shimmer in the breeze. Used for photo walls and stage backdrops at corporate events and luxury parties. Browse rentals →
- Flower wall
- A vertical wall covered in fresh or silk flowers, used as a backdrop for weddings, baby showers, and brand activations. Also called a floral backdrop. Browse rentals →
Wedding-specific
- Masterpiece table
- The premium head table at a wedding reception where the bride and groom sit. Styled to be the visual centrepiece of the room — usually with a floral runner, dramatic lighting, and the throne or Vogue chairs. Browse rentals →
- Lush floral aisle
- A wedding ceremony aisle lined with cascading floral arrangements on both sides. Creates a romantic processional walkway. Part of our "I Do" Elegance Collection. Browse rentals →
- Raised sacred stage
- An elevated platform at the front of a ceremony space where the couple exchanges vows. Provides visibility for guests at large weddings. Part of our "I Do" Elegance Collection. Browse rentals →
- Mehndi setup
- Décor and seating arrangements for a Mehndi ceremony (Indian/South Asian pre-wedding henna ritual). Typically features bright colours, low cushions, marigold flowers, and themed canopies. Browse rentals →
- Sweetheart table
- A small two-person table for the bride and groom at the reception, separate from the main wedding party table. Allows the couple to have a moment together while still seated centrally. Browse rentals →
- Bridal cocktail hour
- A short reception period (usually 45-90 minutes) between the ceremony and main reception where guests socialise with drinks and canapés. Often held in a separate styled lounge area. Browse rentals →
AV, Lighting & Stages
- LED dance floor
- A modular dance floor made of LED panels that display patterns, colours, and animations. Programmable to match the party's mood — popular for wedding receptions and corporate galas. Browse rentals →
- Modular event stage
- A stage built from interlocking deck modules. Can be configured in any shape (rectangular, T-shape, runway, in-the-round) and at any height. Priced per square metre. Browse rentals →
- Pacan light
- A type of par can light fixture (Parabolic Aluminized Reflector). Used for stage uplighting and wash effects at corporate events, weddings, and concerts. Browse rentals →
- Festoon lights
- Strings of bulbs (typically Edison or globe-style) hung overhead in zig-zag patterns. Creates a warm ambient glow for outdoor weddings, garden parties, and bistro setups. Browse rentals →
- Uplighting
- Decorative lighting positioned at floor level pointing up at walls, columns, or trees to create a colour wash. Programmable to any palette to match the theme. Browse rentals →
- Line array
- A vertical column of speaker drivers used for large-venue sound. Provides even sound distribution across long throws. Used for 500+ guest weddings, conferences, and concerts. Browse rentals →
Pricing & Policy Terms
- Per-event pricing
- A flat rate covering the entire event regardless of duration (typically 8-12 hours). Includes setup and teardown time. The default pricing model for most rental items. Browse rentals →
- Per-day pricing
- A daily rate, usually applied to multi-day events, exhibitions, and construction-site equipment hire (e.g. portable toilets). Browse rentals →
- Per-50-guests pricing
- Pricing tier for snacks and treats at events (popcorn, candy floss, ice cream). Each tier serves up to 50 guests; larger events scale up by buying additional tiers. Browse rentals →
- Combined-quote pricing
- Discounted pricing when bundling 2 or more services (e.g. tents + chairs + balloon décor). Typically 10-15% cheaper than booking each service separately. Browse rentals →
- Service radius
- The distance from our Westlands base within which we deliver. Core radius is 20 km (free or minimal transport), extended radius is 50 km, and emergency radius is 80 km (additional fees apply). Browse rentals →
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