It may seem fussy to worry so much about your wedding’s tabletop décor, but it’s a great way to carry out the vibe of your big day,
from floral centerpieces to charger plates. Here are three ideas worth a second look.—Caite Hamilton
Colorful tapers
The days of romantic pastels and rustic details may never be behind us (a classic’s a classic!), but we’re loving the recent swap to brighter hues. At Christy and Matt’s wedding, planner Sarah Fay Waller took things in a vibrant direction from the flowers right down to the pink and yellow tapered candles.
Custom linens
Talk about two birds with one stone. For this styled shoot at The Clifton, Just A Little Ditty planner Marilyn Speight commissioned Beloved Thread’s Jeannine Smith to custom embroider initials on maroon, chartreuse, and teal linens. For real weddings, Speight says the couple orders just enough for the head table, then takes them home after the wedding is over.
Crisp numbers
It’s hard enough for a guest to locate his table from across the ballroom—let alone that, in your quest to personalize, you’ve muddied the legibility with a photo of you and your sweetie from a trip to Greece last fall. An easy fix? Try something simple, classy, and modern, like these table numbers from Weekend Paper Co. Designer Erika Jack creates 4-by-6-inch cards on durable paper, perfect for framing or sitting in a small holder.
