Description
Bring period character and a sense of old-world city style to your venue with the Old Fashioned Street Clock, a freestanding decorative prop that works beautifully across 1920s, Gatsby, British and Alice in Wonderland themed events. With its tall dark post, traditional round clock face and simple freestanding base, it provides an instantly recognisable piece of street-inspired scenery without overwhelming the surrounding décor.
For a 1920s or Great Gatsby themed event, the Old Fashioned Street Clock can help build a convincing period setting around entrances, bars and entertainment areas. Combine it with Art Deco scenery, black and gold décor, vintage-style street props and atmospheric lighting to evoke the glamour of the era. It can also provide useful height within an installation, balancing lower furniture and decorative pieces while adding another layer of detail to the scene.
The clock is particularly effective when creating a vintage street scene. Position it beside suitable building façades, street signs or other period-inspired props to give guests the impression of stepping into another era. This approach can work particularly well around an event entrance, where the scenery immediately introduces the theme before guests reach the main room.
For British themed events, the traditional street-clock appearance makes an attractive addition to a collection of recognisably British scenery. Pair it with London and British-inspired props, Union Jack styling and period street elements for celebrations ranging from corporate parties to Around Britain concepts. Alternatively, use it more subtly as part of a traditional town or city setting rather than making it the principal feature.
The Old Fashioned Street Clock also has obvious possibilities for an Alice in Wonderland themed event, where clocks and the idea of time are central visual motifs. Position it amongst oversized playing cards, colourful flowers, whimsical signs and other Wonderland-inspired props to create a playful environment filled with unexpected details. Used alongside trees and foliage, it can form part of the transition into a magical garden or fantasy landscape.
Its tall, narrow profile makes the prop especially useful for entrances and walkways. It can add height without occupying the same visual space as a large backdrop or scenic structure, helping fill areas that might otherwise appear empty. Several complementary props positioned nearby can then turn the clock into part of a much richer themed installation.
For photo areas, the clock provides an attractive piece of background scenic dressing rather than competing with guests or larger statement props. In a Gatsby setting, surround it with elegant period décor; for Alice in Wonderland, take a more theatrical approach with oversized and colourful elements.
Lighting can dramatically change its appearance too. Warm illumination complements 1920s and traditional British styling, while more theatrical lighting can give the clock a curious, mysterious quality for Wonderland-inspired events.
The Old Fashioned Street Clock is available for nationwide UK event hire from iCatching Events. Combine it with Gatsby and Art Deco scenery, vintage street props, British-themed décor, Alice in Wonderland props, oversized playing cards, artificial trees, foliage and specialist event lighting from the wider iCatching Events hire collection to create a memorable period or fantasy setting.
