Head Tables: What's the best option for you?
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Planning a wedding is no easy feat. It requires a significant amount of research and decision making to carefully select each detail in an effort to turn your dream vision into a reality. When starting out, most people focus on planning the big, exciting and obvious details: venue, caterer, THE dress, dessert, color scheme, centerpieces, etc. Amidst all of these big, exciting and obvious decisions, you will also need to make some smaller, maybe less exciting, and sometimes overshadowed decisions.
For example, at some point in your wedding planning process you will need to select the perfect head table layout!
And if you are sitting there reading this thinking ‘Wait, there’s more than one head table option?!’
The answer is yes, my friend, there is most definitely more than one option! But no need to stress because The Goei Center has got you covered (;
Here at The Goei Center, we take pride in making your dream come to life which is exactly why we sit down about two to three months before your event to create a detailed floorplan. Whether you want round, banquet or even farm tables, we are ready to help you choose an amazing head table layout. Keep reading to learn more about some different head table styles and why each one could be the right fit for you!
The Sweetheart Table <3
Looking for an ‘All eyes on us’ feel? The Sweetheart Table is a beautiful and romantic option for a couple who is truly looking to be at the center of it all on their special day! This is also a great option for a couple who would like to prioritize their moments alone together and enjoy their meal just the two of them. Both our 36” round and five foot banquet style tables can be used to create the perfect, intimate Sweetheart head table.
Pro Tip: You can make this set up extra special by bringing in your own wedding chairs to match your aesthetic while also making you stand out!
The Traditional Head Table
The Traditional Head Table is a classic that looks fabulous no matter what! One of our most popular selections, the Traditional Head Table typically consists of several eight or six foot banquet tables placed in a row. Or you could even use our 10 ft. farm tables to create a unique look for your traditional head table. For this layout, the bride and groom would be seated at the center of the tables with their bridal party on either side of them. This set up is a great way to keep the most important people in your life close to you on such a memorable day. This seating is also a great way for all guests to get a perfect view of the bride and groom as well as the entire bridal party.
You can also try the Traditional Head Table with a twist! Instead of using all banquet tables, try adding a small round table in between two or more banquet tables as a special spot for the bride and groom to sit.
The King Arthur Head Table
One of our personal favorites at The Goei Center, the King Arthur Head Table is created by joining two eight-foot banquet tables or two 10-foot farm tables together at their long edge to make an extra wide table. In this set up, the newlyweds would be seated at the top end of the table as the guests of honor, with their bridal party seated along each of the sides. Depending on your bridal party size, you can extend the length of this layout by adding additional sets of tables.
The King Arthur Head Table is perfect for a couple who wants to easily communicate with their bridal party throughout dinner. This set up is also great if you are planning to include plus ones for your bridal party at the head table or want any family members extra close to you. Since this layout doubles up on tables, there’s also a significant increase on the amount of space to set décor, glasses, cutlery, chargers, plates, etc.
The U-Shaped Head Table
The U-Shaped Head Table offers a lot of flexibility in its layout. Typically, we see this done with three (or more) eight-foot banquet tables or 10-foot farm tables set in an upside-down “U”. Depending on the size of your bridal party, additional tables can be added to lengthen the “U” Shape and add more seats for your wedding party. Somewhat of a hybrid of the Traditional and King Arthur style head tables, the U-Shaped layout allows for the bride and groom to be front and center, while also keeping their bridal party nearby.
The U-shaped head table arrangement is not only visually appealing, but it also helps to promote conversation between the wedding party members. The open end of the "U" allows guests to easily interact with the bride and groom and each other during the reception.
The Serpentine Head Table
Looking to make a statement with your head table layout? The Serpentine Head Table might be the one for you! This look is done by using curved tables to create a beautiful snaking effect in your reception space. These are special tables often rented from event décor companies, and are worth every penny for the elegant and unique charm they bring to your reception. Pair these stunning tables with a five-foot banquet table at the head to make for a most memorable head table look.
This creates a visually striking effect that allows all guests to have a clear view of the bride and groom.
