Spruce Up Your Reception Tablescape

When creating your reception tablescapes, a lot of thought goes into the centerpiece selection and the linens.  But consider upgrading some of the items I've listed below to add that special touch for your guests as they are seated to dine on what is sure to be a fabulous meal:

Colored water or wine glasses alongside the venues clear glasses.
That pop of color will go a long way.

The dinner plate could rest upon colored chargers
for added style to your reception tables.

Consider colored or trimmed china over your standard venue white or ivory dinnerware.

Square instead of round china or another unique shape
speaks volumes on dinner tables.

Consider some these ideas once you learn of what the reception venue will provide.  A lot of the time, make the upgrades in rentals and keeping the linens simple is easier and much more friendly on the budget.

Until next time...WEDologize!


(photo credits - colored glasses; green charger plates; colored china; square china and mat )

You May Be Seated

I think a lot of banquet venues purchase ugly chairs just so the client will rent a chair cover and sash, which could easily start $4.50 per chair (I'll touch on that in another blog).  But for those with a more flexible budget, consider renting chairs with a corresponding cushion for your guest tables.  Although a bit more expensive, they can add an more elegant touch to the space.  Take a look at some of the "statement-making" chairs below:

Chiavari Chair

Opera Chair

Contempo Chair

Luxe Chair

Mirage Chair

Padded Folding Chair

And consider these cost-saving ideas should you want to rent chairs:

• Use and reuse.  Use them for your ceremony.  Then have them moved during cocktails and positioned as guest chairs for the reception tables.  It's cheaper to higher additional staff than double the chairs.
• If you cannot afford rented chairs for all tables, think about having them at the sweetheart table, head table or during cocktail hour.

Until next time...WEDologize!

(all photo credits - www.hallsrental.com)