It is a mistake to think that the main thing when decorating a hall for a wedding banquet is to beautifully and elegantly decorate the table for the newlyweds and their immediate relatives. Beautiful and correct, thought out to the smallest detail setting and decorating tables for guests plays a special role: this way the guests will not feel secondary, somewhere on the outskirts of the holiday, and the young couple will be able to show themselves as hospitable hosts.
Of course, gourmet dishes can to some extent brighten up the modest table decoration, but it is better not to skimp on table setting . Such pleasant little things as elegantly laid out napkins, stylish sets of dishes, freedom of seating for guests and ease of use of cutlery will certainly be appreciated by those present. In restaurants and banquet halls, specially trained employees will do everything as it should, and if the wedding is organized on its own (for example, in the summer when going outdoors with a banquet in tents), then these points are also worth taking into account.
Photos of DIY wedding table settings
Fashion trends in wedding table decoration
Wedding fashion, like any other, has its own trends and ideas that are in demand for a particular occasion. More and more often, weddings adhere to a certain theme - it is stylish, original and always memorable. Therefore, the first rule is : table setting and decoration must correspond to the theme of the wedding.
Thematic weddings should be harmonious in everything: from the outfits of the bride, groom and guests to the style of the wedding banquet, menu, cultural program
Decoration and table decorations for a wedding do not necessarily have to adhere to the classical canons: recently it has become common to make this holiday more personalized, that is, to emphasize the individual characteristics of the newlyweds . Often this makes the holiday original, and bold decisions memorable for all guests. If the time for preparing for the wedding allows, it is recommended that the newlyweds personally design invitation cards and seating cards for the banquet - such a pleasant attribute, emphasizing the couple’s attention to their guests, will be liked by everyone and will certainly be saved as a souvenir.
Modern decor for a wedding table is not recommended to be pompous and pretentious: simplicity and naturalness are now in favor . You shouldn’t try to surprise your guests with an expensive table setting - even if it won’t be as elegant, it will be pleasing to the eye and easy to use. Light dishes, white tablecloths, fresh flowers, fruits, beautifully decorated dishes - there are many ways to decorate both a huge banquet and a home feast. Beautiful decoration of chairs with bows and satin ribbons is welcome - this moment immediately gives the room solemnity and elegance.
Photo of the composition on the wedding table
And yet, you should not equate the tables for the newlyweds with those for guests: the beautiful design of the main table should stand out against the general background, and the tables for guests and relatives should organically support the overall style. Now they rarely organize a single table : separately laid tables for the groom's relatives, bride's relatives, colleagues and friends contribute to greater comfort for those present. And during the celebration, everyone will certainly become acquainted.
How to decorate wedding tables for guests with your own hands?
Even if a huge banquet hall has been ordered for the celebration, the newlyweds are quite capable of also taking part in its decoration . These can be beautiful handwritten, rather than printed, seating cards for guests, beautifully decorated flower vases with your own hands, or elegantly folded napkins. After watching the given master class on wedding decorations, you will understand that everything is real, if only you had the time and desire.
Starting with the general style of the wedding table, think about the correct seating of the guests : close relatives and the most honored guests sit next to the newlyweds (it is very ugly to “push” an old grandmother into the farthest corner of the common table). Personalized decoration of the wedding table, even if it’s just some little things, makes the holiday more individual and cozy, filled with warmth and sincere attention to those present.
If you plan not to set up a single table for everyone, but to set separate tables, then each of them can be made different from the others. For example, sewing a tulle skirt and tablecloths for guest tables of different colors or decorating round tables using vases and balls is not difficult, but looks very elegant and impressive. Flowers on the wedding table are selected in accordance with certain rules.
Photos of table decorations at a wedding with your own hands
If the festive tables are not very large , then wedding stylists do not recommend occupying their usable space with flowers. A beautiful composition on a wedding table made of lilac with lighting is suitable for the main table, and on the guest table it is enough to beautifully lay out silk napkins, decorate the glasses with special covers, and make original coasters for them.
The convenience and freedom of those invited at tables are important, but stylish table design is the key to a great mood for those present and beautiful table photos
Beautiful decor with fresh flowers
The traditional way to decorate a wedding table is to use fresh flowers. There are several popular methods for creating and arranging bouquets, each with its own requirements.
Main styles and flowers used in them:
- Classic, in which a rectangular composition is placed on the newlyweds’ table, on the edge facing the hall. For guests, oval bouquets are used, placed around the perimeter or in the center between the dishes. The main palette consists of soft pink, beige, and gold. Roses, callas, lilies, and peonies are used.
- Romantic when tall ornate crystal stands are used for flowers. Created in pink and white shades. Bouquets must be identical and placed in the middle of the tables. The main flowers are peonies, roses, and sometimes dim orchids are added.
- Natural is used when creating compositions in the style of rustic, Provence and others aimed at closeness with nature. Bouquets should be different in shape to emphasize the ease of creating decoration, as if the flowers were simply picked and placed in a vase. Any palette that is close to natural shades is suitable (white, pink, muted blue and purple). Blooming roses, peonies, daisies, forget-me-nots or other wildflowers are combined with green leaves, bark and moss, and sometimes pots with low plants are installed.
- Minimalist - no additional decorations are used, and small bouquets of one type of flower are placed on the table. Vases are matched to the shade of the tablecloth. The composition uses a light palette; roses, peonies, and tulips are most often chosen.
- An eclectic style of creation that is very difficult to execute, due to the fact that it is very difficult not to cross the line of tackiness. Several colors that are similar in shape are used, with a range from dull to bright. Leaves, stems, spikelets, and figured stands are used for decoration.
The main criterion for the appropriateness of a particular floral design on the tables is their compatibility with the bride’s bouquet. If, when they are next to each other, they contradict each other, then you should reconsider the design of the jewelry rather than spoil the overall picture.
Table setting ideas for a wedding - what should be on the table?
The basic rule to follow when setting the table is nothing superfluous that could cause inconvenience to guests or “eat up” useful space. Any person should freely put down cutlery, take and place a glass - no tightness, no discomfort .
Photos of tables set at a wedding
Traditionally, tables are covered with white tablecloths , which are already elegant in themselves. The skillful draping of a tablecloth can create an original base for further decoration from the simplest table. Originally folded napkins will be an effective and harmonious addition to compositions of fresh flowers: for example, you can make roses from paper napkins - white, pink or red flowers will fit perfectly into the overall wedding theme.
Photo of napkins on the wedding table
Decorating the sweet table is a separate topic, since the spectacular highlight of any wedding celebration is the wedding cake . Such tables a la buffet are usually set separately, and in addition to the magnificent cake, guests are offered other sweets, fruits, tea or coffee, champagne and ice for those who wish. Beautiful, thoughtful fabric decoration of the tea table, miniature artificial waterfalls, animal figures and flowers made from napkins attract the attention of those present, and no one can pass by the exquisite sweets.
Color spectrum
It should reflect the time of year. In winter, “warming” tones such as purple and red are appropriate. It is recommended to keep the spring table in such delicate colors as white, green, pink, yellow.
Summer table decoration should create a feeling of coolness and freshness - in this case, blue and turquoise shades will be the most appropriate. Autumn tones should be “warm” - use orange and brown.
How to set a wedding table at home?
With a small number of guests, newlyweds are increasingly abandoning huge banquet halls in favor of home hospitality and comfort. A home wedding means real savings , but also some independent efforts to organize it.
The peculiarity of “home” wedding tables is their small area, therefore, with a dense table setting, you should not install vases with flowers, and dishes can be offered to guests in order to free up space on the table. And, of course, even the most modest table setting must comply with generally accepted rules of etiquette.
Photos of tablecloths on wedding tables
Setting a festive table for a wedding at home is a whole science, so you can practice in advance at family birthdays or when celebrating New Year and Christmas. In fact, detailed step-by-step instructions for serving will greatly save time and nerves later. Wedding table sets can be kept in a single color scheme , or you can choose different, but necessarily compatible colors of plates and saucers. But glasses and glasses for drinks are recommended in the same style: they attract attention when making toasts and the “various colors” will be unattractive to the eye. You can serve food on the table with your imagination: jokes, jokes, sayings, a song, “a gypsy girl coming out from behind the stove” - this is the variety at the table, and the guests are not bored.
The most win-win option for wedding table design at home is to design it simply and beautifully
Devices
Etiquette teaches you how to set the table not only beautifully, but also as conveniently as possible for eating. Therefore, all appliances are arranged according to the principle: what is needed first is located further from the plates. The soup spoon is placed on the right at some distance from the plate. A snack knife, a special knife for fish and a knife for the main course are placed in front of the spoon with the blade on the plate. The place for forks is to the left of the plates. They are laid out with their teeth facing up according to the same principle as knives. The dessert spoon and fork should be placed above the plate.
Do not clutter the table with cutlery. It should be served only with those that will definitely be useful during the meal. For example, if fish is not served at the wedding, a fish knife will be clearly unnecessary.
Arranging tables in a restaurant and seating guests at a banquet
If an agency is involved in planning and decorating a banquet for a wedding celebration, its specialists will be able to correctly seat guests at tables in absentia - the newlyweds only need to inform the exact number of guests, the names of close relatives, friends, and colleagues. This is important, since wedding etiquette provides for a certain hierarchy of seating arrangements : the closest relatives for the couple will sit closer to the newlyweds’ table, colleagues at the same table, friends of the groom and friends of the bride are distributed among the remaining seats depending on gender and marital status.
Photos of wedding table decor
A pre-designed layout of guest tables is the basis for further decoration and serving. If, in the process of preparing for the celebration, you prudently clarify information about the taste preferences of the guests, then you can avoid serious mistakes and awkwardness. It is recommended for vegetarians and vegans so as not to shock them with the sight of goulash, baked meat or fish, or piping hot chicken. If the wedding is held during Lent , then this point should be taken into account: a Lenten menu for those adhering to religious traditions.
The video lesson below on decorating a wedding table will give you original design ideas and help make the holiday beautiful and stylish.
Romantic candles and lights
The flickering of candles will add charm and uniqueness to your wedding celebration. If you don't want to overpay for modern lighting, then you'll have to stock up on a couple hundred candles. For more spectacular wedding lighting, consider unusual stands and candle holders for candles. Decorate candlesticks with ribbons, sparkles and other elements.
The website Svadbaholik.ru warns of a possible fire, so it would be a good idea to provide a water tank and fire extinguishing systems.
You can also illuminate the wedding interior or venue using New Year's lanterns. Ask your friends and acquaintances to bring lanterns and garlands to create a festive mood. You can hang these garlands above tables, on the dance floor or in the area for a photo shoot.
