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Apr 9, 2024 · Below, we provide seven expert tips to follow when designing the ultimate wedding reception seating chart. Create Either an Electronic or Physical Seating Chart
- Hannah Nowack
- Tropical Teal Seating Chart. Christina McNeill Photography , Stationery: Shindig Bespoke. Tropical leaves added even more greenery to this teal display at a beach wedding in Hawaii.
- Seating Chart with Modern Shapes. You Look Lovely Fine Art Photography , Stationery: Fawn Lettering. For this Palm Springs wedding, wedding guest seating assignments were written on colorful shapes suspended from a copper frame.
- Suspended Pink Acrylic Signs. Anna Delores Photography , Stationery: Fete & Quill. The wedding table seating chart at this wedding was a pink acrylic display hung amongst plants.
- Minimalist Painted Seating Chart. Abbey Moore Photography , Stationery: Sable & Gray Paper Co. Pink and red abstract shapes were painted on the back of this translucent table plan.
- End-to-End Banquet Tables. For a venue that is long and narrow, you can align rectangular banquet tables in an end-to-end layout around the perimeter of the room.
- U-Shaped Layout. Go bold with an out-of-the-ordinary layout like this u-shaped arrangement. You and your wedding party will have a view of everyone from the head table, and the long rows of chairs create a communal feel among your guests.
- Tables on an Angle. We love this idea if you have a lot of guests to squeeze into one space. The long banquet tables are trendy and functional, seating around 18 people each (compared to smaller round or square tables, which average eight people each).
- Uniform Rectangular Tables. Using rectangular tables in the same size creates a clean, modern effect. The symmetrical layout only adds to the look. This arrangement is one of the most versatile wedding seating chart ideas that works for nearly any style and guest count!
- Decide on the Table Arrangements. Before you delve deep into assigning your guest their seats, decide on the table arrangements. What table shapes would you like; round or rectangular?
- Main Table. There are few options for main table seating. Traditionally, the bride and groom are seated with their parents, grandparents and immediate family members at the head table.
- Consult your Parents. Traditionally, the parents, grandparents and immediate family members of the bride and groom are seated on the main table. If your family size is particularly large, ask your parents for their preference on who to prioritise in a round table setting.
- The Bridal Party. If the Best Man and Maid of Honour are not sitting at the main table, make sure they are seated close by so they can easily assist the bride and groom when necessary.
How do you create a wedding seating chart? First get the floor plan. Then, plot out how many tables you need and where they will fit. Pick the seats for the VIPs and arrange groups for everyone else. Make sure you are creating an accommodating environment for everyone.
Oct 6, 2021 · Here’s a look at some of the most popular seating styles and tips on some of the best ways to seat-plan for each. Round Table Arrangements. Round tables are the most timeless and classic arrangement for tables at a wedding, and remain the most popular choice today.
