Dressing a Wedding Venue - Table Linen

When it comes to dressing a wedding venue, one of my particular pet hates is bad table linen and, in particular, table linen that doesn’t reach the floor; it drives me mad! Let me explain...

Most wedding venues provide standard white table linen, which should fit the standard six foot catering table with enough length to reach the floor and cover the metal legs. Frequently though, cloths are either too short or even the wrong shape and, square cloths on round tables is not a good look!

When you walk into the room where you will be having your reception, first impressions count. One of the things that can spoil that impression is the sight of ugly metal table legs on show, which to me shows a lack of finesse. Table linen should be also be free from any stains and should always be ironed. If I see a cross shaped crease running across the table then it’s time to reach for two of the most important items in my kit bag; a good iron and an extension lead! For me, this attention to the finer details is what goes into the making of a great event rather than an average one.

On the whole, standard white table linen is fine, however if you want to up the style stakes with more colour, then there are plenty of companies out there that supply gorgeous quality fabrics, fabulous colours and beautiful designs that could really make a statement about the look of your wedding. Coloured linens can also be a great way to co-ordinate a theme and can team superbly with invitations, menus and table plans.

The addition of colour to a table can transform even the most uninspiring room. Without breaking the bank, it can look as though you’ve spent a fortune and create that necessary ‘wow’ factor. So if your venue needs some oomph in the table department, for a flawless finish remember size, quality and style and you can’t go wrong.

Article by London Based Wedding Planner Lester Gethings

Images Courtesy of –

Tables With Legs Showing – Weddingbee

Tables With Cloths to the Floor – Red Letter Events

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