Stealing a moment alone together as a newlywed couple is a rare thing at your wedding. With the addition of a sweetheart table, your chances increase greatly! Having a beautifully decorated table for just the two of you means you can catch your breath and enjoy the delicious meal you’ve no doubt taken a lot of time planning. A perfect sweetheart table is intimate but not intimidating. It allows the wedding couple a bit of privacy without keeping guests at arm’s length. Many engaged couples planning weddings are new to the idea of sweetheart tables so let us go over some frequently asked questions to gain clarity on the subject.
Is a Sweetheart Table the Same as a Head Table?
While a sweetheart table feels like a head table because of its location, the main difference is that the only people seated at it are the newlyweds. A sweetheart table is approximately four-to-five feet in diameter or length. A head table is often longer and larger, accommodating the entire bridal party. Many couples seated at a sweetheart table choose to have their bridal party and close family seated nearby.
There is no right or wrong answer when choosing to have a sweetheart table over a head table. Some might say a sweetheart table allows the audience’s attention to be on the couple itself without the “party” atmosphere of a head table. Seating the newlyweds at a sweetheart table also allows the couple to share warm moments alone during the festivities, eat their meal together, and reflect on the monumental occasion of the day. Many couples love the idea of slowing the pace during an otherwise exciting schedule.
Where is the Sweetheart Table Located?
Typically, the sweetheart table is positioned at the front of the reception room facing the guests. It becomes the focal point of the room. The sweetheart table can be round or rectangular but is often smaller than other adjacent tables to accentuate and celebrate the newlywed couple. When decorated correctly, the sweetheart table is a romantic alcove for the newlyweds accompanied by dramatic flower arrangements, custom signs, and special seats for the couple. It is the crown jewel of the reception motif.
How Do You Style a Sweetheart Table?
From classic to contemporary, sweetheart tables allow your personal style to shine through. Decorating your sweetheart table is a time for luxury and comfort. You are the center of attention so why not show off a little bit? Whether funky or elaborate, the style choice is totally dependent upon the couple’s personal preference. Consider treating yourself to a loveseat, antique armchairs, or even thrones! Then, add gorgeous floral swags, elaborate table settings, overstated decorative elements, and even neon lighting to emphasize your central position at the reception.
Las Vegas Wedding Floral Design
What all is said and done, your day is as unique as you are and should represent you as a couple. When choosing floral arrangements for your sweetheart table, Of The Desert Flor offers many amazing options for weddings in and around Las Vegas. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information about our floral artistry and how we can help you bring your vision to life.
