So you have done most of the planning and you are probably knee deep in mood boards, but you have an idea of the direction for your wedding!
If you have decided to opt for a more informal meal or a buffet service - congratulations, you have managed to dodge the mine field of table plans!
If not, don’t worry, we have listed some hot tips to help you through the process:
Why do you need a table plan?
If you have decided that a sit down meal is for you most venues will request one. Here at Damson you will find that we do - this not only helps you seat people next to those you want, but also allows for meals/ dietary requirements to be delivered to the correct people so you don’t have to worry ‘did the vegetarians and food allergies get the right dishes?!’
Here’s a few hints on how to have a successful table plan:
- Start early - you are best starting this as early as you can, so give yourselves a good lead time on RSVPs - that way you can leave your plan to sink in and make any amendments needed.
- Make Friends with your computer - take time to create an excel spreadsheet! This way you can record all the information and have it to hand at all times. The spreadsheet can also be used to record attendance, meal requirements and thank-you letters. You will be surprised how much information you actually need from your guests.
- Get creative - if you prefer the old fashioned way, why not make a big board! This way you can see the lay out of the tables and move people around as much as you want! Grab yourselves a cup of tea and a pack of sticky notes and take your time!
- Place your parents - traditionally, your parents and your partners’ parents sit at the same table - this is usually on the top table with yourselves. If one set of parents are divorced and uncomfortable about sitting next to each other, you might want to let each set of parents host their own table of close family and/or friends? Remember, there is no hard and fast rules here so communicate with your family and work out an option that suits you best.
- Play cupid - well this doesn’t need any explaining! Use this opportunity to play matchmaker - you know you want to! (just don’t be obvious)
Most importantly remember to enjoy every minute! Don’t stress over the small stuff!
Enjoy your planning!
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