Say my name: 10 quirky wedding name card trends

The wedding name card isn’t just a guide of where that guest is to sit, it’s a tone setter for the reception.

Doubling as a keepsake or bonbonniere, the classic folded card can be scaled up. Couples are getting creative with designs that reflect their personalities, their love stories, and even their wedding destination. From scalloped edges to hand-painted florals, some couples have even splashed out on luggage tags to commemorate their overseas wedding.

We explore some of the fun, fresh, and fantastical wedding name card trends.

Scalloped-edge name cards

If you like something a little quirky but still sticking to the classics, a scalloped edge could be just what you’re looking for. Soft, romantic, and a tiny bit playful, these add a touch of texture and sophistication to your table setting.

Floral name tags

Incorporating pressed flowers or fresh blooms next to each card brings a beautiful organic touch to the table. If you’re wedding is in spring or summer, set outside in a garden or you imaging a busy table filled with fresh florals (smelling incredible, of course!), these special name cards double as a gift to your guests.

Glassware tags

Skip the traditional place cards altogether and think about glass charms or tags. This interactive touch wrapped around a wine glass or dangling from a cocktail one isn’t just a name card for the table, it’s a way to not mix up drinks.

Calligraphy name cards

Timeless and elegant, custom calligraphy never goes out of style. Play with metallic inks, acrylic cards or vellum for a luxe feel. Consider a tutorial and learning to do it yourself to elevate even further and broaden your skillset. It’s an added personal touch when the writing is by the couple themselves.

 

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Champagne seating chart

Combine your place cards with the welcome drinks. A glass of bubbly with your guest’s name attached is both practical and fabulous. Giving it an air of “Drink Me” from Alice in Wonderland, the playful nametags also say that cocktail hour has officially started.

Floral cards

Mini bouquets or floral-shaped cards tie into a garden wedding seamlessly. Incorporating the place card into the installation can make the cards seem like petals themselves. Subtle and beautiful.

 

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Fruit name cards

Fresh, fragrant, and fun. Lemons, apples, a bunch of grapes. We all know that fresh, colourful, and abundant fruit has become a trend for table centrepieces, this trend can expand out into becoming part of the name card. A name carved into a lemon or a name card balancing delicately onto a pomegranate – so fun!

Custom flowers

Truly next-level, a customised petal or flower with each guest’s name etched or printed into it is an unforgettable and elegant way to put a spin on name cards. It’s delicate and sophisticated and suits a classic black tie wedding, elevating the simple table decor.

Custom animals

A touch of whimsy and a lot of fun, incorporate your love of your furry friends into a wedding name card by doing a silhouette of the quirky creature. These playful cards could be elegant (a swan) or friendly and fun (perhaps your own four-legged best friend!). It’s guaranteed to spark conversation and end up on the guest’s fridge as a talking point for months to come.

 

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Custom fans

Hot day, little shade? If your wedding is in the middle of summer, offer both a name card and a gift. A customised fan isn’t just for the day, but for the guest’s handbags to whip out at any time – and allows them to relive your day over and over. Win, win!

 

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Destination wedding? Luggage tags!

For those tying the knot abroad, luggage tag name cards are functional, stylish, and a sweet nod to the travel theme.

Planning your destination wedding? Don’t do it alone! We’ve got expert wedding planners to make sure your day is seamless. Find out more.

Want your wedding stationery to wow? The best name cards reflect your style as a couple while surprising and delighting your guests; sometimes even going home with them as a treasured keepsake!

Browse our stationery suppliers and find your unique take on a wedding name card.