The wedding table linen: time to dress the tables and raise the level of decoration.

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Although it may not seem as important as selecting the menu, the truth is that your guests will spend long hours at the tables and, therefore, the set-up must be perfect.

The first thing to do is to define the type, fabric and color that your tablecloths will have, and then continue with the other complements, such as napkins. If you don't know where to start, solve all your doubts about table linen below.

What is table linen

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The table linen is the set of textiles used to dress the tables. It is essentially composed of the tablecloth and napkins, but you can also include a table runner and a table runner. .

The table runner or under tablecloth is placed under the main tablecloth to protect the table from knocks, to cushion noises produced when placing the crockery or cutlery and to prevent hot dishes from damaging the table surface. The table runner, meanwhile, is a narrower textile piece that is placed over the main tablecloth, being of a different colour to it and forming a path with the tablecloth.It can cover a large part of the table or just the center of the table. And the napkins, unlike the table runner, are usually combined with the main tablecloth, being chosen in the same color or in one within the range. What are the tablecloths that exist? It is possible to identify the following types.

  • Folding box tablecloth Accordion pleats: refers to those designs that have accordion pleats at the bottom, which can be thicker or thinner and give an elegant and formal look to the piece.
  • Handkerchief tablecloth The traditional rectangular cut tablecloth, adapted to different sizes depending on the table to be covered.
  • Round tablecloth Circular, as its name suggests, is the classic design designed to cover round tables, and may or may not reach the floor.
  • Overlay tablecloth The tablecloth is a textile that is shorter than the main tablecloth and is placed on top of it. More than on the banquet tables, it is usually used in weddings to set up the buffets.
  • Placemat The table cloth is a piece of cloth that is placed on the place setting of each diner. It is ideal for wooden tables or tables with a surface that you want to highlight, as long as the event is informal in tone.

Tablecloths according to type of wedding

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If you are still not sure how to select tablecloths for the banquet, the most important thing is to take into account the style of the marriage. Therefore, once you have it defined, the task will be much easier.

  • Classic Marriages Classic wedding banquets require elegant, simple, white or ivory tablecloths in plain fabrics such as silk or polyester. The purer, cleaner and simpler the tablecloth, the better. The napkins, matching the tone of the tablecloth, can have a subtle embroidery or print.
  • Country weddings Although one option is to leave the tables bare wood, if the wedding is informal, a white tablecloth and a burlap table runner will work well for any country wedding. However, if you are planning a picnic-style banquet, colorful quatrefoil tablecloths will be a great choice.
  • Vintage weddings Vintage weddings are still on trend this year, so if you opt for this style, choose your tablecloths in a pastel colour, such as pale pink or vanilla, and place delicate white lace table runners on them. However, if you prefer a patterned design, you will find tablecloths with retro floral motifs, especially in piqué.
  • Boho weddings Bohemian style is all about simplicity and naturalness, so tablecloths in neutral colours will be the most suitable, or semi-transparent organza tablecloths. Now, if you want to leave the wooden tables uncovered, a great idea is to decorate them with a macramé table runner.
  • Glam weddings Tablecloths with a shiny finish, such as satin, taffeta or sequined fabric, are ideal for glam-inspired weddings where luxury and glamour are everything. Or you can opt for neutral tablecloths and table runners with sequins in vibrant colours, which will allow you to play more with your cutlery and crockery.
  • Winter marriages Winter weddings have a special charm that you can also convey through the tables, for example, by choosing velvet tablecloths in navy blue, burgundy, moss green or purple. You will achieve a perfect atmosphere by dressing the tables with tablecloths in fluffy fabrics and seasonal colours.
  • Summer Marriages Linen is a very suitable fabric for summer bridal gowns and so is it when it comes to choosing table linen. In fact, if you opt for linen tablecloths for your reception, ideally in ecru tones, you will immediately convey a fresh and casual air. However, only choose linen tablecloths for summer weddings with an informal touch.

Once you are clear about the type of tablecloth to choose, which will be the most visible part of the table linen, it will be much easier to continue with the napkins, table runners and runners, if necessary. In any case, you can always ask for guidance and advice from your wedding caterer.

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Evelyn Carpenter is the author of the best-selling book, All you need for your marriage. A Marriage guide. She has been married for over 25 years and has helped countless couples build successful marriages. Evelyn is a sought after speaker and relationship expert, and has been featured in various media outlets including Fox News, Huffington Post, and more.