Reception Table decorating Ideas

This week I asked you, our brides, what you’d like to know more about. I have gathered a lot of information in the past but I always like your input as the site is about YOU!

I have had a request on decorating your tables for your reception. I’m sure a lot of your ideas come from the theme you have chosen. Let’s explore different ideas for my Budget savvy brides. I kept this “generic” so it fits any style wedding and any theme.

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Choosing Your Wedding Reception Decorations
The type of wedding reception decorations you choose will depend on factors such as your wedding colors, the time of year you’re getting married, your reception location, and your personal sense of style. However, the following are some options you may wish to consider:
Flowers: live floral arrangements are more common,but dried flowers and silk flowers are becoming more popular.
Balloons: You could accent your tables with balloon bouquets. Scatter some glitter or confetti around the base for added sparkle.
Candles: Always test the burning time of any candles you choose to make sure they’ll last through your party.
White lights: If your reception location won’t allow candles due to concerns about open flames, use strands of white lights to achieve a similar effect.
Ribbon bows: Available in many different colors and styles, ribbon bows add romance to your wedding reception décor.
Mirrored trays: They reflect light, mirrored trays add ambience, they also make small centerpieces seem larger.

Shape and Arrangement of Tables.
The shape and arrangement of tables is a subtle powerful decorative element. Small round or oval tables are more elegant than rectangular tables, and arranging tables in clusters encourages conversation and mingling. Buffet tables may be arranged in a U-shape or other format for more distinction than a straight line. Add a backdrop behind the head table or cake table. This can accentuate the decorations and create a picture perfect setting.

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Table Cloths and Covers
Classic white table cloths are the most common choice for weddings.They are also the most used. Here are easy ideas for table cloths to add distinction to the table decorations:
· Choose colored cloths for more dramatic effect that will also conceal stains more easily
· You can include streamers, ribbons, or layered cloth napkins to create a central runner.
· Try lace cloths for more textural detail (which can be purchased inexpnsively at vintage thrift stores).
· Try Draping cloths along the edges of the table for greater visual impact.

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Lighting
How a reception is lit can enhance your table decorations.Table decorating ideas for a wedding incorporate different light sources as part of the décor. You may want to try the following for a dramatic effect.
· Candle centerpieces or tea lights as centerpiece accents (they also sell those little battery operated tea lights now if you can’t use candles where you have chosen to have your reception)
· You can use floating candles or candles on mirrors to reflect the light
· Twinkle lights strung along the sides of the table and wrapped in lace
· Rope lights along the edges of the table

How to keep the cost down
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As the cost of the average wedding continues to rise, budget-savvy couples are becoming more creative in choosing their wedding reception decorations. If you’re trying to cut costs, remember the following tips:
Instead of ordering lots of small decorations, choose just two or three larger decorations for maximum visual impact.
Have someone transport your pew bows, candelabras, and other ceremony decorations to the reception site to be used again.
Use your bouquet and your bridesmaid’s flowers to help decorate the tables.
If your reception will be in a hotel lobby or another location that’s already nicely decorated, you might not need many wedding reception decorations after all. If your wedding is near Christmas or another major holiday, ask about the site’s seasonal decorations.
Rent items whenever possible. Florists will generally allow you to rent vases, pedestals, and dried or silk arrangements. Party supply stores also have a wide variety of rental items.
Don’t limit your search for decorations to the wedding section of your party supply store. Craft stores, dollar stores, and discount stores can be great sources of cheap balloons, candles, ribbon bows, and other wedding reception decorations.

What to Avoid
It is possible to go overboard with table decorations. The simple approach is elegant and beautiful (as well as more economical).
What to avoid include:
· Crowded place settings that can be difficult for guests to enjoy their meals
· Tables with too many guests seated at them
· Centerpieces that are too large and block conversation

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What is yours? Do you have any helpful suggestions for other brides that may be struggling with decorating their reception area? I’d love to hear them!
As always, Happy planning! All comments and suggestions are welcome! I can be reached at ann@weddingcountdown.com
Have a Super week!