Table-setting ideas for same-venue wedding ceremony and reception
Often, couples choose to have their wedding ceremony and reception in the same venue for obvious reasons. It is easier to plan and decorate, it will cost less than having to rent separate venues, and it will cut back travel time for everyone during the wedding day, especially for out-of-town celebrations and unpredictable weather conditions. Bonus: you can be saying your “I dos” at three in the afternoon, and then have everyone served cocktails by four!
However, if you are the event stylist or wedding planner, it gets a bit tricky when you have to decorate one venue for two different specific purposes. Ideally, a ceremony would have a more solemn, quiet mood, in contrast with the wedding reception’s more festive, party-till-dawn feel. Also, you may wonder how to put together a mobile bar for alcoholic drinks and a wedding altar in one location?
Well, planning for a same-venue wedding can be challenging, but that does not mean it has to be nerve-wracking for both the couple and the wedding planner. Remember why you decided to have your wedding in one location in the first place. The goal is to put together a beautiful wedding celebration, and make your guests feel special on your special day.
Here are some table-setting tips for same-venue wedding ceremony and reception:
Add a layer of pretty to your big-day tables with tablecloths and overlays.
Tablecloths and overlays are a great way to add a layer of pretty to your big-day tables. They can be used to dress up any table, regardless of its shape or size. And you can use them to create a theme for your wedding day—just look at these gorgeous examples!
Whether you're having an elegant, formal affair or a casual celebration, a tablecloth will dress up the tables and make your wedding more special. For example, if you want to use one color to add drama to your reception tables, then consider using a black-and-white theme. This is especially good for winter weddings when all of the tree branches are bare and there's not much color in the landscape. Black tablecloths give off an elegant vibe that goes well with any type of holiday decorating scheme or theme you choose for your big day!
You can also use overlays for added style and interest. They add another layer between the tablecloth and tabletop so that it doesn't become bulky from using too many layers all at once (which could get really heavy). If you're looking for something more subtle yet still impactful enough when paired with other accessories like napkins or flowers/tissue paper confetti then look no further than Plaid®'s new line of metallic gold & white glittering paper patterns which come in both linen & satin options - perfect for weddings!
Choose quality tablecloths and overlays that will impress your guests.
Selecting an appropriate tablecloth and overlay can be daunting. There are so many options, from the size of your venue to the style of your event and even the formality level you want to achieve.
Tablecloths and overlays come in a variety of fabrics, including polyester, cotton, linen and satin among others. Each fabric offers its own unique set of benefits for different uses:
● Polyester is a durable fabric that resists wrinkling better than most other materials but may be less breathable than other types
● Cotton is very breathable yet often quite heavy compared to other fabrics (especially when wet)
● Linen has a smooth texture with a slightly more rustic look than polyester; it's known for its durability while being lighter weight than cotton
Use linen napkins in colors that complement your wedding colors.
When choosing linen napkins for your wedding reception, consider the following:
● The color of your wedding. If you're having a winter wedding and want to add color, consider using green napkins in lieu of white ones. Or if you're having a spring or summer wedding, try yellow or peach instead of ivory or cream.
● The other decorations at the venue. In general, it's good to use colors that complement (rather than compete with) the other decorations at your venue—for example, if there are flowers on all the tables already, it wouldn't make sense to use red tablecloths; likewise if there are lots of gold accents throughout the room already (think chandeliers), then silver would be more appropriate than green or blue tablecloths instead.
● The food being served at each place setting as well as any additional items like centerpieces on buffet tables should also be taken into account when deciding on table linen colors because these can make up a sizable part of what guests will see when seated at their tables during dinner service!
Our tables will look elegant with cloth napkins tied in bows on top of the charger plates.
● Napkins are a great way to add color and texture to your tables.
● You can use them to tie in your wedding colors.
● You can use them for a wedding theme, such as napkin rings tied with ribbons in the theme's colors or flower bouquets arranged on each table around napkins that match their flowers.
Place a rose, candle or other wedding essential at every setting.
You will need to place a rose or other flower at the center of each table. You may also wish to place a candle at each table if your venue allows this. If they don't, you can use a vase filled with water and floating candles instead.
You should also have wedding essentials on hand for guests who might not have planned ahead. Place these items on plates or napkins at each setting so that there's no confusion about who gets which ones.
Dress up your wedding tables with linens, napkins and more.
To set the stage for your wedding, choose linens that complement your venue. For example, if you’re having an outdoor wedding and don’t want to worry about the weather, try crisp white linens. If you want to add some color, consider adding a colored table runner or napkins to balance out the look.
For a formal event where guests will be seated at tables for dinner services and then stand up for dancing afterward, go with tablecloths and chair covers in warm colors like reds and golds rather than black or navy blue; these colors will make it easier for people to see each other across cocktail tables without feeling like they are being sucked into their phones all night long. If you plan on using candles as centerpieces at each place setting (which we highly recommend doing), use candlesticks instead of votives so there is no risk of knocking over hot wax onto anything else on your table—and if possible opt for LED light bulbs if energy efficiency is important!
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