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Reception table centerpieces are an essential piece in
your wedding planning but choosing which centerpieces to
use doesn’t have to be overwhelming. You have already
spent countless hours deliberating over your wedding theme
and every special detail, right down to the color of the
bow around your flowers. Why not spend a little time thinking
about your reception table centerpieces? These simple accessories
will tie everything together, adding an elegant touch to
the ambiance of the room and the significance of your day.
Every unique addition you make to reception adds to the
memory of the occasion and makes your guests feel welcome
and at ease.
There are a few things to remember when selecting the right
reception table centerpieces. These centerpieces should
be the finishing touch, not the focus, of your wedding reception.
They should complement the decor but not be so noticeable
that they distract your guests from the reason they came.
A hint of flair and a consistency with coloring should do
it. Nothing too flashy or over the top is needed or required.
They are just simple embellishments. Think of them as trimming
on a cake! And, after all, the wedding is about you—the
bride and groom—not the centerpieces!
As your wedding already has an established theme, it’s
easy to create reception table centerpieces that capture
the spirit of the occasion. So how do you start? The first
guideline would be to decide on the mood of the reception.
Is it an evening reception? Is it an outdoor reception?
Will guests be dancing? Are you serving a sit down dinner
or is it a buffet of heavy hors d’oeuvres? Based on
this decision, you should consider centerpieces that reflect
that mood but also stay consistent with your wedding theme.
Your goal is to make your guests feel comfortable and welcome.
To stray too far from your theme would just confuse them.
As your guests walk into the reception, you want them to
notice the overall feel of the room, not the small details.
You will consider your centerpiece choices a success if
the guests sit down and make note of their elegance without
spending too much time thinking about them. Your centerpieces,
therefore, should invite the eye with refinement but not
slap your guests in the face with brash glimmer. You would
rather your guests focus on you, not your dÈcor.
As a tastefully selected necklace accessorizes a lovely
dress, so should your centerpieces accessorize your reception.
Depending on the amount of money you want to spend, consider
some effortless but stylish pieces that radiate class and
practicality:
Mints or candy in metal boats will keep your guests
occupied and provide a centerpiece for discussion while
they wait for your entry.
Flower tube vases are a smart alternative to expensive
bouquets.
Clear containers, such as vases, can be filled with pearls
and water to elicit a calming yet stylish effect on the
room.
Because of the inexpensive nature of these ideas, you may
allow guests to take them as a reminder of your special
occasion. And they will leave remembering you and your celebration
of life together as opposed to talking about the horrible
centerpieces for years to come.
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