Wedding implies perfection in everything. Arrangement of decorative elements on tables and decorations is considered as important an event as choosing a bride's dress or choosing an entertainment program and cake. Guests will not be able to remain indifferent to the decoration of the table, so you should definitely consider the option of decorating it.
General rules for decorating a wedding table
Today, there are special agencies that take care of preparing the wedding day from beginning to end. The decoration of the hall and the decor of tables at the banquet is also included in the list of services of such agencies. However, many newlyweds believe that they will independently cope with a similar task and decide to implement a similar task on their own. For this, there are generally accepted rules that must be followed when decorating:
- the shape of the tables dictates the rules for arranging the decor (if there are round tables and seating the guests in groups, flower pots or low vases in the center are suitable, and on long П or Г-shaped pieces of furniture such compositions are placed with an interval of 1-2 meters along);
- all items, from utensils to napkins should be combined with each other in style, and also be designed in the style of a wedding celebration;
- decoration is carried out the day before the celebration, especially if it is planned to decorate with fresh flowers or fresh fruits;
- the choice should fall on low flowers or candles, so that guests can freely see the heroes of the occasion, and communicate with neighbors;
- decor to choose without bright accents.
IMPORTANT! You need to select the decorative elements of the table with taste and thoroughness. The general style of the celebration must be observed even in the smallest details.
How to decorate the table of the bride and groom: ideas with photos
Newlyweds and witnesses are usually seated at a separate table, which is decorated more solemnly than guest tables. For competent registration of the place of the newlyweds, it is better to contact professionals. However, if this is not possible, you need to urge all your imagination, as well as seek help from relatives and friends.
For decoration, you may need a piece of light translucent fabric, multi-colored satin ribbons, fresh flowers, fresh fruits, beads, sequins and other decor elements. There are a lot of design ideas and the so-called flight of fantasy can be limited only by the preferences of the newlyweds themselves.
The tablecloth is fixed, then a small piece of flying fabric is attached, which is skillfully draped. Further, you can exhibit flowerpots with fresh flowers or arrange a composition of balls, as well as make boutonnieres or cards.
Decor from fresh flowers
Flowerpots look very elegant and sophisticated. It is not necessary to purchase expensive floristic masterpieces; you can buy inexpensive fresh flowers and make up your own compositions.
IMPORTANT! It is better to choose buds that are neutral, odorless, so that by the end of the evening the guests do not suffer from a headache from the abundance of aromas.
Decoration can serve not only decorative flowers, which are undoubtedly elegant and emphasize the creativity of the event. You can arrange wildflowers in small vases, skillfully tied at the base with satin ribbons or pick up beautiful field spikelets, also making sophisticated compositions from them.
In addition, small bouquets of parsley or mint can be a beautiful decoration and an additional snack. The main thing is to correctly design them and put them next to the dishes to which they suit and successfully harmonize.
Compositions with candles, decorative stones
An aura of romance and mystery is created with the help of dim lights and lighted candles. Guests should not hurt them when manipulating the table. The decor with floating candles looks very original.
Decorative stones can simply be laid out in a chaotic manner. They will create a soft and mysterious glow, giving the holiday home comfort and warmth. This method of decoration is considered quite unusual and attractive to many modern couples.
Fabric decoration
Fabrics are one of the most popular ways to decorate weddings. Beautifully draped chairs create an aura of solemnity, and tables decorated with cuts of bright fabric look very colorful and elegant.
Chocolate, fruit and vegetable decoration
Edible decorative elements not only look beautiful, but also give a taste to the holiday. Specialists who cut various shapes from fruits will help to add originality.
In recent years, chocolate fountains are considered a topical table decoration solution. It is always beautiful and stylish, guests are usually delighted with such treats. And in combination with fruit decorations, which can always be dipped in a pleasant sweet mass, the idea looks very attractive and elegant.
Wedding table decoration with balloons
Balloons have been a popular wedding decoration for many years in a row. Today, manufacturers offer a huge number of shades and textures of balls that match the general concept of the holiday and give it originality. Airy beauty is placed on the hall and tables in a chaotic sequence or in compliance with any pattern.
Wedding Table Setting Rules
Serving is usually carried out by the staff of the restaurant where the celebration is held. However, you need to know the basic rules of the layout of devices and the creation of comfort in order to follow the correctness of the actions of the waiters.
- a large dining plate must be present;
- to her right is a glass, wine glasses, a glass for sparkling wine;
- a dinner plate for side dishes and snacks moves 2 cm from the edge, deep plates for first courses are served only after seating guests in places;
- to the right of the plate lay a knife and a fork for snacks;
- dessert devices can be laid out on the left (but more often they are served after).
IMPORTANT! Wine glasses of the newlyweds must necessarily differ from the general set of crystal glasses.
As a rule, restaurants do not always strictly observe these rules or keep track of the menu ordered by the newlyweds, and cutlery is already selected from it. Newlyweds should strictly monitor the actions of the waiters so that the holiday is not spoiled by the incompetent actions of the restaurant staff.
Errors in the design of the wedding table
Specialists engaged in the design of weddings on an ongoing basis have long compiled a list of the main mistakes in decorating tables and holding a holiday. For example, you can not choose too fragrant, with a pungent smell flowers and candles for decorating tables.
Decor is better to choose restrained shades, without too bright accents. Tablecloths and napkins should be combined in style with the bride’s dress, compositions of natural flowers must be made up of flowers of the same color and texture in the bride’s bouquet.
IMPORTANT! Napkins are selected from fabric. Paper products do not correspond to the solemnity of the event.
When decorating the hall and wedding tables, you should remember about the stylistic combination with other details of the holiday and make sure that the design does not annoy. Proper decoration of the hall and tables will create the right atmosphere and will allow you to fully enjoy the holiday.
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