Frequently Asked Questions

Event styling in Melbourne ranges from $350 for a simple birthday balloon garland and backdrop to $5,000+ for a full wedding transformation. At iDo Events, most bookings sit between $550 and $2,500. Birthday prop hire starts from $350, baby shower styling from $350, engagement parties from $450, wedding ceremony-only from $650, and full wedding styling from $1,800. All prices include delivery, setup, and pack-down — no hidden fees.

All iDo Events prices include: a consultation to plan your setup, delivery to your venue or home, full professional setup on the day, any adjustments needed, and complete pack-down and collection after your event. You do not need to transport, assemble, or return anything. The only thing not included is the venue hire itself.

No. Delivery is included in all our quotes for suburbs within our service area (Melbourne metro, from Werribee to Pakenham and Craigieburn to Frankston). There is no separate delivery line item — what we quote is what you pay.

Not at iDo Events. Pack-down and prop collection are included in every package. We return after your event (usually the same evening or next morning) to disassemble and collect everything. Some competitors charge 15–20% extra for this — we include it as standard.

Backdrop hire at iDo Events starts from $200 for a simple fabric draping backdrop, $300–$450 for a floral or balloon backdrop, and $500+ for large-scale installations with lighting. Our most popular option is the balloon garland backdrop combo at $350, which includes a 3-metre garland on a frame with a sheer draping backdrop behind it.

Yes — at iDo Events, full setup and pack-down are included in every booking. Our team arrives 1.5–4 hours before your event (depending on complexity), sets up all props and styling elements, makes any adjustments, and returns after the event to collect everything. You never have to lift, assemble, or return a single prop.

We recommend booking 4–8 weeks ahead for birthdays and baby showers, 3–6 months for weddings and large events, and 2–4 weeks for corporate events. Peak season (October–March) and school holidays book up faster. Last-minute bookings under 1 week may be possible — contact us to check availability.

Setup times vary by complexity: birthday parties take 60–90 minutes, baby showers and bridal showers take 60–90 minutes, engagement parties take 1.5–2 hours, and full wedding styling takes 3–5 hours. We always arrive with enough buffer time to ensure everything is perfect before guests arrive.

Absolutely. Home setups are one of our most common bookings. We style living rooms, backyards, garages, undercover patios, and front yards. All our props are freestanding — no wall mounting, drilling, or permanent fixtures required. We just need clear access to the space and a flat surface to work with.

For outdoor events, we always discuss a wet-weather backup plan during consultation. If rain is forecast, we can relocate freestanding installations under cover within 30 minutes. For fully outdoor events with no backup, we monitor weather 48 hours ahead and contact you to discuss options.

DIY decorations require you to purchase supplies (often $200–$500 for a decent setup), spend hours assembling, and dispose of everything after. Hiring a stylist like iDo Events means you get professional-quality props (worth thousands), expert placement and design, zero effort on the day, and nothing to throw away — because we collect everything. Most clients find that once you factor in the time, stress, and disposal cost of DIY, professional styling is comparable in value.

iDo Events offers: personalised backdrop panels and layered arches, organic balloon garlands, faux floral columns and towers, ceiling and wall draping with festoon lights, fluted and tiered plinths, signage (personalised panels, mirror seating charts), light-up marquee numbers, themed character cut-outs, sweets display walls, and dinner table styling. Browse our full collection at idoeventss.com/hire.

iDo Events provides high-quality silk and artificial floral arrangements as part of our prop hire. These look realistic in photos, last all day without wilting, and are more sustainable than fresh flowers. For fresh flower additions, we can recommend local florist partners. Our silk florals are available in 20+ colour families.

Yes. Every iDo Events booking is custom-quoted based on your specific needs. We do not have rigid packages — you choose the props and styling elements you want, and we quote accordingly. Start with a base package and add individual items, or tell us your vision and budget and we will design a setup that works.

Wedding styling in Melbourne varies widely. At iDo Events: ceremony-only packages (arch, aisle styling, signage) start from $650, combined ceremony + reception styling starts from $1,800, and full venue transformations with draping, lighting, and extensive table styling range from $3,000–$5,000+. Most iDo Events venue weddings sit around $1,800–$3,000. For comparison, Australian couples spend an average of $2,849 on wedding decorations (Easy Weddings 2026 survey of 4,000+ couples).

Most Melbourne venues allow external stylists. Function centres (Al Alamy, Le Montage, Vogue Ballroom), RSLs, community halls, golf clubs, and private homes all welcome external styling. Some premium venues (Werribee Mansion, luxury hotels) have preferred supplier lists — check with your venue. Restaurants and unique spaces generally allow it with prior arrangement. We work with 50+ venues across Melbourne.

It depends on the venue. If your venue has existing decor (e.g., a restaurant or winery), you may only need accent pieces — a ceremony arch, a few plinths, signage. If your venue is a blank canvas (community hall, marquee, warehouse), styling makes a significant visual difference. We offer consultations to advise on what your specific venue needs.

Request a free quote at idoeventss.com/quote or contact us at 0406 179 786. We respond within 1 hour during business hours. After discussing your requirements, we send a detailed quote. To confirm your booking, a non-refundable deposit of 30% of the quoted amount secures your date and items. The balance is due 7 days before your event (bookings made within 7 days of the event are paid in full at booking).

The 30% deposit is payable when you accept your quote, and the remaining balance is due no later than 7 days before your event. We accept bank transfer, credit card and other methods confirmed at booking. All prices are in Australian dollars and include GST where applicable.

Cancel more than 30 days before your event and you receive a refund of the total paid, minus the non-refundable 30% deposit. Cancellations 15 to 30 days before incur a fee of 50% of the total quoted amount. Cancellations less than 15 days before are not refundable and the full quoted amount is payable. Cancellations must be sent in writing to contact@idoeventss.com; the cancellation date is the date we receive your notice.