\nOf all the spots at a wedding \u2013 bar, maybe, the dance floor \u2013 the reception table is where guests spend most of their time. So it\u2019s worth getting creative to fashion a setting which is elegant, enticing and, above all, eye-catching. Here are 10 inspirations to help spark those creative juices.<\/p>\n
Every element on this table pays beautiful homage to the ocean and the beaches, from sunbleached starfish and sea-hued candle holders to the lengths of natural driftwood that travel down the centre of the table pulling the look together, from succulents and shells to beyond.<\/p>\n
Photo: Hochzeit’s Guide<\/a><\/p>\n A gorgeous rainbow of flowers in bloom winds its way down the heart of a long table to anchor the feel of a beautiful private haven closed in by a roof of greenery dotted with terrariums. Mismatched chairs and a piece of fresh fruit at each setting add the finishing touches to a theme that is simply bursting with joy.<\/p>\n Photo: Love and Splendor<\/a>[ew-supplier-carousel]<\/p>\n Some table designs focus on colour. Others on texture. And still others on height. But when you bring them all together, the overall affect is sensational. The trick, as always, is balance, to ensure no one element \u2013 be it the native wildflowers or tall glass vases \u2013 overpowers the others.<\/p>\n Photo: Evantine Design<\/a><\/p>\n You\u2019ve heard the saying \u2018that looks good enough to eat\u2019, and that\u2019s exactly what you get with a table design that draws inspiration from the gorgeous shades and textures of plump, juicy berries. Think dusky shades of raspberry, draped bunches of grapes and lush succulents as accents. Delicious in every regard.<\/p>\n Photo: Julia Winkler<\/a><\/p>\n They may be mini, but you can still create maximum appeal for your youngest guests with a simple but beautifully designed children\u2019s table. Think lollies (but not too many), paper and activity books galore and pencils and crayons in every colour of the rainbow.<\/p>\n Photo: Kristyn Hogan Photography<\/a><\/p>\n This display \u2013 lush being the first word that springs to mind \u2013 looks like someone wandered out into a field of wildflowers and picked everything they came across. And that\u2019s divine. Mother nature is<\/em> a work of beauty and well deserves a spotlight on everything from fresh flowers to balls of moss.<\/p>\n Photo: Modern DIY Art Design Collection<\/a><\/p>\n Now this<\/em> is a green to envy. For anyone who was a fan of Stephenie Meyer\u2019s Twilight<\/em> series, it feels like something out of Edward and Bella\u2019s forest wedding. The whole scene evokes pared-back sophistication, from seats hewn from trees to classic table settings under the watchful eye of a candelabra. Perfection.<\/p>\n Photo: Mark Davidson Photographer<\/p>\n It doesn’t take an international linguist to work out you’re looking at the bride and groom’s seats. And what a glorious surrounds of colour and personality. We particularly love the fact no two flowers in the tablescape are the same colour, heights, size or anything. But somehow, it just works.<\/p>\n Photo: Dino Gomez Photography<\/a><\/p>\n Without colour to add interest, clever designers must turn to other tricks of the trade, such as height, accent and texture, to create eye-catching displays. Here, small trees decked out in fat white flowers, tealights and terrariums prove that sometimes, a something blue is just not needed.<\/p>\n Photo: Troy Grover Photographers<\/p>\n Think crystal chandeliers, an array of freshly cut blooms, and regal place settings. These elements add an air of elegance to your wedding tables, and the best part is that this look translates well both indoors and outdoors.<\/p>\n Image: Gallifrey Events<\/a>\n Keep it simple, yet elegant, with greenery and white roses to add some colour and texture to your tables.<\/p>\n Viva the Flower Store\n Mint is a wonderfully diverse theme for a wedding, as it can not only encompass the colour scheme. but also the flavours of the menu. Pairing it with gold \u2013 and gold sequins at that \u2013 may be a little unusual, but with the addition of succulents, the prettily pale shade jumps off the page.<\/p>\nBold and beautiful<\/h2>\n
Heightened attraction<\/h2>\n
Berry, berry nice<\/h2>\n
Doing it for the kids<\/h2>\n
At the farm<\/h2>\n\n
Mother Nature<\/h2>\n
Riot of colour<\/h2>\n
All white is all right<\/h2>\n
Classic Elegance<\/h2>\n
Green Dream<\/h2>\n
Mint to be<\/h2>\n