For private events that need to feel both effortless and memorable, the StarShade range has quickly become one of the most versatile event shelter solutions available. Whether you’re hosting a backyard celebration, wedding reception, long-table dinner, product launch, wellness retreat or cocktail party, the StarShade 1300 and 1700 combine dramatic visual appeal with fast setup and practical weather protection. Designed by CanvasCamp and available locally through Breathe Bell Tents Australia, these structures are built for people who want something more elegant than a standard marquee.

The Beauty of the StarShade Design

Unlike bulky frame marquees, the StarShade uses a single central telescopic pole with a sweeping tensile canopy design that creates an instantly iconic silhouette. The result is a structure that feels open, airy and architectural while still being highly functional. By day, the translucent fabric allows soft natural light to filter through. By night, internal lighting transforms the canopy into a glowing centrepiece for your event.

The waterproof PU-coated Oxford polyester fabric is designed for temporary events and provides reliable shelter from sun and rain while remaining lightweight and transportable. Wind resistance up to approximately 50 km/h and incredibly fast installation make the StarShade especially attractive for private functions, pop-up venues and mobile event businesses.

StarShade 1300 – Perfect for Intimate Gatherings

The StarShade 1300 is the ideal size for smaller private events where atmosphere matters just as much as practicality.

With space for approximately 40 seated guests or up to 70 standing, the 1300 is incredibly versatile for:

• Garden weddings
• Birthday celebrations
• Outdoor dining events
• Wellness retreats
• Market stalls and activations
• Luxury picnic setups
• Cocktail lounges

Its relatively compact footprint makes it suitable for residential properties, wineries, beaches and boutique venues where a full commercial marquee may feel oversized or intrusive. Despite its size, setup can still be completed remarkably quickly — often in as little as 10–15 minutes.

For additional protection or privacy, optional sidewalls can be added to create enclosed spaces while maintaining the open elegance of the original structure.

StarShade 1700 – Designed to Make a Statement

For larger celebrations and commercial-style private events, the StarShade 1700 offers impressive scale without losing the sleek visual impact the range is known for.

Accommodating approximately 70 seated guests or up to 120 standing, the 1700 is ideal for:

• Wedding receptions
• Corporate functions
• Festival lounges
• Product launches
• Large-scale private parties
• Hospitality areas
• Luxury glamping events

Its six-arch entry system creates multiple access points, allowing the space to flow naturally during larger functions. The dramatic peak height also makes it ideal for styling with lighting installations, hanging florals and event décor.

Flexible Event Configurations

One of the biggest advantages of the StarShade system is how adaptable it becomes with accessories and modular additions.

Optional accessories like side panels and connectors make it possible to create fully customised event spaces.

• Side Panel Starshade 1300 Pro
• Side Panel Starshade 1700 PRO
• Starshade Connector | 1300 Pro
• Starshade Connector 1700 Pro

These additions allow multiple StarShades to be linked together to form walkways, interconnected lounges or entire event villages — ideal for weddings, retreats or multi-zone functions.

For event planners, hire companies and private hosts alike, the StarShade range delivers a rare combination of speed, elegance, portability and practicality. Rather than simply providing shelter, these structures become part of the experience itself.