Logistically, you can only speak to the 2-4 people across from you and the person on either side of you. If you have a guest list that has a lot of different groups, rectangular tables can be a better option. You can also place the tables by side, along with end to end, so your table can be wider and even grander.ĥ. You can place each 8′ table by themselves or you can line them up end to end, as long as the space will allow, creating a fabulous family-style table. My biggest endorsement for rectangular tables is the versatility of set up. You can have all of your tables have the same “feel” of luxury to them by using long tables and incorporating a number of different element types along the tablescape.Ĥ. Often, the taller centerpieces and floral centerpieces are considered the nicer, and more expensive design.
Along with this same concept, a long table allows you to have both tall and short centerpieces on one table and well as a mixture of floral and non-floral. This can be more expensive but gives you more options.ģ.
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When you have a long rectangular table, you have limitations from side to side, but basically have a full 8′ to design. These restrictions would be less apparent with a tall floral. From there we are limited with space because we have to allow for full place settings, butter plates, coffee fixings, and salt + pepper while allowing ourselves enough room to place votives around florals without burning them. With round tables, we are limited to having a centerpiece in the middle of the table with about a 2′ diameter if we are lucky. Rectangular tables give us floral + event designers more space to work with. If you’re going for the extraordinary, doing something less expected is a good place to start.Ģ. In general, most venues will offer round tables for your guest tables, and rectangular tables for your accessory tables. Rectangular guest tables are less expected. Pros of Rectangular Tables + Cons of Round Tablesġ. However, if you have a strong preference, you can use a rental company to bring in the type of table you want, or do a mix and match of rounds and rectangles.Īssuming you have the budget to bring in the tables of your choice, or that your venue graciously offers both options, below is a list of the pros and cons of each to help you to make that decision easier based on both design aesthetics and event logistics. Most venues don’t supply enough of both types of tables to allow you the option of all of one or the other. Have you ever given any thought to your Wedding Table Selections? If given the option, whether you would prefer to have rectangular tables or round tables for your guest seating at your next event? As an East Lansing Event Designer, and East Lansing Florist I’ve got some guest seating tips for you.
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