How to Decorate Your Table For An Intimate Wedding, From Rustic Chic to a Modern and Minimal Dream
Written By Jessica Caplan
December 16, 2020
So, you had to cut your guest list in half, cancel the wedding band and downsize to a smaller venue? That doesn’t mean you still can’t have a picturesque wedding reception—including a dreamy table decorated to the nines. Whether your wedding theme is boho chic, super minimal or an actual winter wonderland, here are 4 ways to decorate your table for an intimate (but oh-so-memorable) wedding.
Investing in fine china for a party of 200? That can be tough. But when you’re planning a more intimate gathering, you can spring for whatever luxe dinnerware you want—without busting your budget. This tasteful bird print plate with gold edging is obviously the star of this boho chic tableau, but its vintage vibes are a welcome juxtaposition against those decidedly contemporary flowers (look closely to spot the trendy bunny tails grass). Gold touches tie the rest of the table together, while subtly detailed glassware adds a hint of timeless charm. Ah, just imagine how dreamy this dinner will look once those candlesticks are lit…
While snow isn’t always a given for a winter wedding, you can still create some ice cold magic after saying “I do.” Focusing on icy tones of grey and slate blue offers a great opportunity to play with the dried flower trend in shades of off-white. Opt for pampas grass, a brunia bundle or even dried star flower to create a textured masterpiece. Plus, you can even encourage guests to take the arrangements home as gifts at the end of the night.
We love how the focal point of this gorgeous table is that dark woodgrain; it’s the perfect backdrop for a rustic look, especially with the accent of those charming wood chargers. It could be easy to go over-the-top with this theme, but the addition of non-traditional plaid throws tossed over each chair and the clean, bright flowers (in tones of warm red, burnt orange and pops of fresh cream) ties everything together in a way that feels just right.
On the other hand, there’s nothing wrong with going for all-out glam in shades of white…including garlands, beads and chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. But adding one detail that really stands out from those hues of ecru and eggshell will make photos of your party even more memorable. In this case, it was oil slick stemware in dramatic shades of black, which serves as a welcome reminder to drink up!