Lounge Furniture 101 (Day #27)

I love the addition of lounge furniture to the reception space.  Typically done around the dance floor, in a corner sectioned off in the venue, or a separate room, this look can give the most traditional reception ballroom a splash of contemporary flair.  But as you know, it could certainly be an expensive addition to your already tapped budget. Consider the following ideas to get that look you've dreamt about.

Speak with the venue about using their "waiting" furniture, especially if you are the only event in the space. See if they will allow you to move the furniture into the ballroom or rearrange it's placement in the foyer. And don't forget to tip the "movers" because this would be an additional job for the reception location.

Create your color palette with the furniture on location by adding some pillows in your color scheme to the chairs and couches. Or add a throw for a big punch of color to the unsightly furniture (or stain) to make it blend with your idea.

Should you not be able to rent furniture, consider renting tables and ottoman's. They are not as heavy and would be less expensive the move. Then you could blend them or place them within the furniture that is already at the reception venue.

Also, check out your local stores like Target and Walmart around "Back-to-School" season. College dorm furniture and tables have that simple look that could be easily decorated with some fabric touches and pillows. But the best benefit, it's on sale ;)

Last, ask the venue if they have any older furniture on location that they'd be willing to bring out of storage...or course for a fee :)

Until tomorrow...WEDologize!

(Photo credit - www.vsphoto.com)

Dressing Those "Other" Reception Tables

When it's time to discuss linens for your wedding or event with the catering or banquet manager, the main focus tends to be the guest tables and head or sweetheart table.  These tables, along with the centerpiece, become the main focus for reception shots capturing the details of your wedding.  But in tying to create a cohesive environment, don't forget the other tables within the reception space.  Take a look at the list of those "other" tables:

Below are tables that you don't want to forget to cover at your wedding reception or event.  Although these tables can use a less expensive linen, you want to make sure they still match and work within the enviornment you are creating.

• Cocktail - hiboys and cabaret tables
• Buffet or Station tables
• Escort Card table
• Gift table
• Cake table
• Sweet and Dessert tables
• Coffee and Tea station tables
• Bars
• DJ table

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credit - Rush Event Photography and Videography Productions)

...I Found it, You Pin It...Friday!

I'm in love with the color grey...more so than black.  So when I stumbled upon this gorgeous place setting, the elegance just made my jaw drop!  A smokey grey charger... with a beautiful shantung fabric napkin... on top of the detailed wedding menu... with an ivory peony perched on top is just perfect!

 
Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit - Inside Weddings | Elizabeth Solano)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

What an amazing tablescape!  But what makes this monochromatic palette so stunning are those gorgeous crystal candelabras dripping with crystals! JAW DROPPING! WOW FACTOR!!!  Can you imagine eating a meal from this table!?!?! YES!!!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(Photo credit - www.wedluxe.com)

Name That Reception Table

There is no hard fast rule on how you should seat yourselves and the wedding party during the reception.  Below are some suggestions of the most popular styles for seating the guests of honor during dinner.  But note, once the party gets started...the seats are left pretty much empty.

Traditional Head Table - Two-three 8-foot tables (or more depending on the size of the wedding party) are positioned together to create a long, straight line.  The wedding party will sit on one side of the table with the bride and groom in the middle overlooking the invited guests.

Alternative Head Table -At minimum, two 8-foot tables are positioned one in front of the other.  The wedding party will sit on BOTH sides of the tables, typically with the bride and groom positioned on the side of the table where they can see their wedding guests.

Family Table - This table is traditionally round and positioned among the guest tables to avoid feeling awkward and away from guests.

King's Table - Consists of square tables, similarly positioned like the "alternative head table" with bridal party members on both sides.  But the bride and groom actually sit at the head of the table like a king and queen holding court.

Sweetheart Table - A square, round or serpentine table that seats only the bride and groom.  This has become the most popular seating arrangement at the reception for the newlyweds.  It allows the bridal party members to be seated with their invited guest.

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credit - Ven Sherrod Photography, Adrian Burrows Photography, and the personal camera of Dejanae Events)