Definition: Think of the head table as the VIP spot of your wedding reception! This is where you, your partner, and your wedding party sit together, enjoying the celebration while being front and center. The head table is often beautifully decorated, making it a focal point of the room, and it’s a great way to show appreciation for your wedding party’s support.
Practical Use + Tips: You don’t have to do a traditional straight line head table! There are lots of options out there- consider a round or U-shaped table layout as some alternatives. These other ideas tend to encourage more conversation among your wedding party and put more focus on everyone connecting and having a great time with each other.
A few other things to consider:
- The head table is a great place to add personal touches and even incorporate personal elements like photographs, notes or small mementos, that reflect your relationship with the special people at that table.
- The head table can easily be used as a focal point for the room. You can focus on evaluating the decoration at this table and it can really bring the room together.
- Consider the type of dinner service you are having when choosing the centerpieces for this table- remember, if it’s family style you’ll want to make sure there is enough room for those platters.