Sure, you could go with the usual old card setting for your table decor. Or you could take a page from these brides that used everything from succulents to animal figurines to take their wedding place cards up a notch.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
1
Stone Place Cards
Aaron Delesie
Guests' names were handwritten on river rock stones for a couple's Tuscan-style wedding in Orange County. Placed atop a bed of mood moss, they lend the perfect natural touch to an outdoor affair.
Mini Pellegrino bottles with hand-lettered name tags stand in for traditional place cards at one couple's rustic, nautical-themed wedding. The cute "find your seat" sign by Posh and Prep, makes things even more fun.
Succulents nestled in mini terrariums are not only unique, they also double as fun party favors for guests. You could also easily swap in another favorite plant if you wish!
These gilded place cards for a glamorous Russian wedding couldn't be more gorgeous–and easy to make. All you need is a few real (or fake) plants or flowers and a can of spray paint.
For these simple yet classic place cards, one nature-loving bride chose to pluck leaves from a magnolia tree near her childhood home. Guests' names were then handwritten in white ink for a personal touch.
At one couple's wedding, inspired by jewel tones, agate details were everywhere, from the ceremony arch to the escort cards. Black accents lend a sleek touch to crystals.
The only thing more fun than this couple's carnival-themed wedding? The cute animal figurines handmade to serve as place cards. A little spray paint ups these creatures' level of sophistication.
Let your drinks serve as refreshment and pretty decor. Seating arrangements attached to a lemon or lime garnish a simple way to go beyond the traditional place cards.