photo by Carla Penoncelli

Trying to nail every detail on your wedding day can be quite the undertaking, so we put together a handy wedding reception table checklist to help you hit every mark! From standard décor like your centerpiece and table numbers to what goes in a traditional place setting, we’ve got you covered with every item you can choose from for your reception tables. We even included a few ideas to help you style your tables full of personality with curated pieces that match your vibe.

photo by Illuminate Photography, floral design by Wildeflower

Standard Decor

• Table Number
• Centerpiece

Choose 1-2 of the following

• Garland
• Table Cloth
• Table Runner
• Placemat

Choose 1-4 of the following

• Tall Vases
• Short Vases
• Candlesticks – Tall Candles
• Votives – Tealight Candles

photo by Melissa Marshall, event planning by Diana Romo, floral design by Maria Limon

Accent Decor

Choose 2-5 of the following depending on wedding style

• Geometric Pieces
• Photo Frames
• Books
• Globes
• Family Heirlooms
• Lanterns
• Antiques
• Potted Plants
• Fruit
• Geodes + Crystals
• Antlers + Animals Skulls
• Wood Rounds
• Driftwood
• Shells
• Jars + Bottles
• Terrariums

photo by Emily Magers Photography, event planning by LVL Weddings & Events, floral design by Oak & the Owl

Place Setting

• Charger
• Dinner Plate
• Salad Plate
• Salad Fork
• Dinner Fork
• Dinner Knife
• Teaspoon
• Soup Spoon
• Cake Fork
• Water Glass
• Wine Glass
• Napkin
• Napkin Ring
• Napkin Accent
• Place Card
• Place Card Holder
• Menu
• Favor

PIN THIS CHECKLIST!

Now that you’ve selected vases and place settings for your reception tables, use our wedding floral checklist to incorporate flowers throughout your day!