When it comes to planning a gender reveal, you want a moment that’s not just special but unforgettable.
As one of the most life-changing announcements, it is no surprise that gender reveals have become a trend. This is your chance to create a scene that dazzles, and fireworks or smoke effects can add that perfect finishing touch. But which should you choose, the dramatic explosion of coloured smoke or the glittering brilliance of fireworks?
Let’s explore your options.
Smoke Effects: Strikingly Vibrant
Smoke displays have become increasingly popular for wedding events and gender reveals alike. They’re perfect for daytime reveals and create vibrant clouds of colours that make for beautiful photos, ideal if you’re planning an Instagram-worthy moment.
Benefits of Smoke Displays
- Versatility: Suitable for almost any location, from a garden to a countryside backdrop, we can create a display bespoke to your location.
- Great for photography: The clouds of colours provide an ethereal atmosphere.
- Daytime friendly: Smoke displays work best in daylight, so they are ideal for a celebration that is earlier in the day.
- Customisable: Gender reveals don’t have to stick to traditional blue and pink, smoke displays can be created in a range of different colours, so they can be made to fit a colour palette that feels special to you.
- Safety distance requirements: For smoke displays, the safety distance requirements are less than they are for fireworks, meaning there is more flexibility when it comes to locations.
Considerations
- Weather: Windy conditions can cause smoke to disperse quicker, so consider a location that provides some shelter from wind if possible.
- Duration: Smoke displays last a short duration, so ensure your photographers are ready to capture the magical moment.
- Risk of staining: Some smoke bombs may leave residue on clothing or surfaces; at Phenomenal Fireworks, we use high-quality products to ensure this isn’t an issue.
Fireworks: A Sparkling Statement
For a grand reveal, particularly at night, fireworks are hard to beat. They deliver instant impact, excitement, and a sense of occasion that your guests won’t soon forget.
Benefits of Fireworks
- Dramatic effect: Ideal for evening celebrations or larger gatherings.
- Customisation: We offer bespoke firework displays with effects tailored to fit your requirements and colour theme.
- Undeniable sense of celebration: Fireworks create a great atmosphere that is synonymous with celebration.
Considerations
- Local regulations: Fireworks require compliance with local regulations such as noise regulations, securing approval to use on private land, or ensuring the venue has appropriate permissions and can host fireworks. To ensure everything goes smoothly, we handle this process for you.
- Weather: Our professional-grade fireworks are prepared to work in the rain; however, severe weather may mean we need a backup plan, as safety always comes first. We will monitor the forecast on the run-up to the event and discuss your options. In most cases, we can adjust times, location, or reschedule if needed.
- Safety distance requirements: Fireworks require a larger safety distance than smoke displays, meaning they may not be an appropriate option if your location is quite confined. Speak to our experts for bespoke guidance.
Planning Your Reveal with Phenomenal Fireworks
We specialise in creating bespoke displays for all occasions, from gender reveals to wedding events.
Get in touch today to discuss your vision, whether you want the vivid beauty of smoke or the dazzling brilliance of fireworks. Let us help you make your gender reveal an unforgettable celebration.