Unique Place Card Ideas

Many people don't know the difference between an escort card and a place card. An escort card. Escorts Cards are essentially cards with a guests name and table number printed. Once the guest knows what table they are seated at, Place Cards are then found at their appropriate seat. 

Place cards are not very common actually. Usually, only very formal or black tie events provide place cards and they literally dictate the place you will be sitting. The hosts have taken it upon themselves to place you at a seat at your assigned table. 

It's very important to match your place cards to your decor as you want them to blend in with your table setting. You can get very creative with your place cards, even making them your wedding favor. 

Here are some unique place card ideas that we love:

Photo Escort Cards

Your escort card display plays a huge role during your cocktail hour, not only is it a great way to give a preview of your reception decor with a great centerpiece but the actual cards will direct your guests to where they will be seated.

There are many creative things you can do for your actual cards, but we recently saw one that we fell in love with! If you can manage to find a photo of yourself with every single one of your guests this could create a very fun and memorable display. Photos are a great way to reminisce with your friends and family about past times, especially at a time where you will be creating so many memories for your future.

Here are a few ideas:

 

 

 

Cocktail Hour

Many couples overlook details for cocktail hour. Their main focus is normally the food, which is the main thing, but below are a list of other items to make sure you cover:

1. Music- Background music is key for your cocktail hour, whether it be from your dj, live musician or trio.
2. Seating- We recommend at least 10 high tables and 10 low tables with about 4-5 chairs. The count of tables can increase depending on the size of your event. Keep it simple and do 10 and 10 or 15 highs and 15 lows. We all know that elderly guests will want to sit down.
3. Placecards- You will need a table for your place cards and they should be set up in alphabetical order by last name not by table number. We recommend 1 72" round table but depending on how large the placecards are, you may need 2 6' tables next to the round table.
4. Card box- Some couples choose to have their card box available during cocktail hour as well as during the reception. This can be placed with the guest book or on its own separate table.
5. Guest Book- Many couples choose to have a guest book of some sort, whether it be a traditional book or a modern twist, such as a wine bottle or wishing bowl.
6. Centerpieces- Don’t forget your cocktail tables and placecard table arrangements/ flowers. The cocktail tables can have votive candles, a floating flower or floating candle in small bowl. The placecard table arrangement can be as big or small as you like but it should get some décor as well. You just don't want these tables to be empty.