. . .The Head Table or Not. . .

IDOYALL

11 years ago

THE HEAD TABLE VS. THE SWEETHEART TABLE

The head table has been a staple in wedding reception tradition for many years. It involves each member of the bridal party sitting together, the girls on one side, and the guys on the other, each group supporting the bride and groom. You can choose to have your party elevated or be ground level in one large, single-sided head table.

The head table can be presented in a few other ways, including the long, double-sided head table, so the bridal party stays together. Another style of head table is a tiered table, where some of the party is one level higher than the other. Naturally, the bride and groom would appear on the higher level.

Some couples are passing on the group table in favor of the Sweetheart table. The sweetheart table consists of a small, usually round, table that can function as the centerpiece of the room. It can be decorated to your tastes, as it is just you and your sweetheart at the table. You may want to consider using your bouquet as the centerpiece of the sweetheart table. Your bridesmaids’ bouquets can be used at your table or at guest tables, which will cut costs on additional flowers needed for the reception.

The sweetheart table formally presents you as a duo, instead of being part of a larger party. Everyone in your bridal party will be free to sit with whomever they choose. An elegantly appointed table for two is a “sweet” way to enjoy your first meal as a married couple.

As seen in Premier Bride of Mississippi/Out of the Box-Summer/Fall 2013 – Volume 23

Design: A Plan to Remember

Venue: Great Southern Club

Rentals: ABC Rentals

Flowers: Pine Hills Florist

Photographer: Tilley Photography