HOW TO MASTER THE 3 C’S FOR YOUR DINING TABLES
When it comes to entertaining guests, whether is be at a wedding, gala, special event or family get-together, your dining tables are the focal point of your décor. Not to mention, sitting at the dining table is where most of your guests will be spending a great amount of their time eating, drinking, being merry and making memories! Although there are many parts to setting and dressing a table, we’re focusing on the three pieces of the puzzle that are either often overlooked or are so important we can’t not talk about it!
Aside from chairs, linens, napkin rings and personalized or unique accents, the “three c’s” will help you perfect and master your dining table décor. Creating a beautiful, inviting and lively atmosphere for your guests will ensure a great start to a magnificent event!
- Centerpiece
Commonly seen as the main piece for your table design, the centerpiece brings the design together in a cohesive and complimentary way. There are so many different and creative ways to design your centerpieces for your dining tables, whether that be having multiple centerpiece designs for multiple tables or incorporating assorted sizes and levels. Not all centerpieces require florals and not all centerpieces require large or tall vases or candelabras. Nor does a centerpiece need to be one singular item sitting in the middle of the table. Rather you can incorporate a runner with low items such as floral or greenery or various sized candles, vases, lanterns or even photos. The most important element to include in your centerpiece is your unique personality and creativity to assist in telling the story of your event.
- Candles
Candlelight is essential in setting the perfect mood and making your table design full and complete. The important thing to remember is that a flame is a living element that adds living energy to an environment. We love the use of candles on your dining table for this reason as well as being able to incorporate items to make your table whole, for example, the use of votives, vases of water and lanterns. These are other wonderful ways of incorporating your personality and adding accents to your tables that are the perfect color, shape and size for your event and design. Although some venues do have an open flame rule, there are still creative and elegant ways to incorporate this inviting element into your table designs. Ask us how!
- Chargers
Chargers have a similar purpose to candles, and that is to create a full, complete and inviting place for your guests to take a seat, relax and engage in some great conversation with friends and family. Like candles and votives, chargers come in various patterns and colors, so you can choose a seamless design that will best match your table, event and celebration. But unlike candles, chargers create a background for your meal as well. For those of you who love presentation and the way your food looks on your plate, this element is for you!
Looking for more creative ways to master the look of your dining table? Work with our experts at events@bookmcr.com to create a seamless and flawless design and event!