This past year I have had more and more of my clients forgoing the traditional head table for the bridal party and round guest tables to a more contemporary look of rectangle tables. The traditional head table that was used solely for the bridal party is now hosting them along with their significant others and close family of the bridal couple. Then it’s complimented by having matching rectangle tables for their guest that they are able to seat 12 around comfortably. But my favorite trend has been having the entire guest list sitting together at one rectangle table. The guests really love the feeling of being a larger part of the wedding by sitting with the bride and groom. Mind you will need a very large space to accomplish this and your guest list should not be over 100 people for this to work best.
I LOVE the idea of having everyone at one table but wonder about whether it will make the rest of the space look empty… have you ever done an event or seen personally the space at Millcreek Barn??? My fiance and I are just recently engaged and live on the opposite side of the state but have been checking things out online… the site looks beautiful but not sure if it is big enough for this type of table set-up. Just wondering if you had any input! Thanks!!!
Just sent you an email Jessica =)
I love this trend too, Dee! And I love that you started it with your own beautiful table in your basement – such a great idea! And still jealous you had an at-home wedding, which was gorgeous!
Thanks Aletha! That made me smile especially since my blog posting tomorrow is about “at home weddings”! Thank you again for the sweet words!
Ooh, at-home weddings? That is a great topic! I wish more people, myself included, had homes that could host larger events. I’m a huge fan of comfy, cozy & personal events!
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