Quick answer
Inflate the Mr and Mrs balloons with helium, keep them on weighted ribbons rather than loose, and position them at eye level where guests photograph you. That single setup covers the exit, the photo session and the reception backdrop without re-rigging.
Why helium changes the way you plan the display
The catalog notes these balloons look amazing blown up with helium, and that is the setup to plan around. Helium lifts the script upward, so the lettering reads best when the balloons float at roughly head height rather than being tied low or left to drift against a ceiling. If you want them floor-standing instead, you need a different anchoring plan and should test the look before the day.
Helium also means the balloons are only at their best for a limited window. Inflate them as close to the ceremony or photo session as your schedule allows, and keep a spare set of ribbons ready so you can re-tie rather than re-inflate.
Where the balloons work hardest in a wedding day
These are not background decor. The scripted Mr and Mrs lettering is the point, so place them where the camera is already pointed: the church exit, the confetti moment, the couple's portrait spot, or the reception entrance. A single pair used at the exit and then moved to the top table does more work than several pairs scattered around the room.
If your venue has high ceilings or strong air movement from doors and fans, choose a corner or alcove with calmer air. Balloons that twist and turn hide the lettering exactly when guests are taking photos.
When a simpler display is the better call
If your schedule is tight, your venue is windy, or you are travelling between locations, a full helium display may create more stress than it removes. In that case, use the balloons for one clearly defined moment, such as the exit, and skip the reception setup. The catalog does not list inflation options or included accessories, so confirm what is in the pack before you finalise your helium order.
Mr and Mrs balloon setup questions, answered
Do the balloons need helium?
Helium gives the floating look the product is designed for, and the catalog specifically notes they look amazing blown up with helium. Inflate them close to the event so they stay buoyant through the photos and reception. Book helium inflation for the morning of the wedding, not the day before.
How do I stop them drifting or turning?
Tie each balloon to a weighted ribbon and set the weights slightly apart so the pair sits at a consistent height. Avoid doorways, fans and open windows, which twist the balloons and hide the script. Test the position with the venue's doors open before guests arrive.
When should we hold them for photos?
Hold them during the church exit and the couple's portrait session, as the catalog suggests. Keep the ribbons short enough that the balloons sit above shoulder height and the lettering faces the camera. Brief your photographer on the balloon moment so no one is caught holding them out of frame.
Can we reuse them at the reception?
Yes, if you move them promptly and keep the ribbons untangled. A pair used at the exit can be re-weighted at the reception entrance or behind the top table. Check the venue's rules on helium and ceiling height before you plan an indoor float. Assign one person to move and re-weight the balloons after the exit photos.
What should we check before ordering?
The catalog does not list included accessories or inflation options, so confirm what comes in the pack and whether your helium supplier can fill them on the day. Order early enough to allow for a replacement if a balloon is damaged in transit. Keep the balloons in their packaging until inflation to avoid punctures.
Product facts
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Giant Mr and Mrs Wedding Balloons: The Mr and Mrs balloons feature stunning scripted writing and are designed to look amazing blown up with helium. The script is the visual centrepiece, so plan the display height and angle around keeping the lettering readable in photos.
Giant Mr and Mrs Wedding Balloons