13 Unique, Simple Ideas For Elevating Wedding Table Decor

Sarah and Adam Wedding – Centerpiece – Gramercy Park Hotel – Dan Seo Photography

The tablescape is the anchor of the wedding reception. While floral centerpieces are important, there are so many other details that impact the look and feel of a reception room. Table numbers, linens, place settings, name cards, dinnerware, and glassware can all be used to take decor to the next level. It really takes just one or two extra flourishes to create an unforgettably beautiful dining scene that will have everyone talking for weeks, even years to come.

We completely understand if the thought of having to make one more wedding decision makes you want to tear your To-Do list into tiny pieces. In order to ease your stress and work, we put together a list of unique and simple ideas for elevating wedding table decor.
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Mary and Galen Wedding - Blush and White Peony Bouquet - The Hudson Hotel NYC - Jacquelyne Pierson Weddings

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14 Pretty Ideas For Wrapping Your Wedding Bouquet

by Kate Murphy

Mary and Galen Wedding – Blush and White Peony Bouquet – The Hudson Hotel NYC – Jacquelyne Pierson Weddings

The blossoms that a bride carries down the aisle hold great symbolic meaning. And after countless hours spent scrolling through Pinterest and Instagram for inspiration, you have finally chosen the flowers that will make up your wedding bouquet. Now, you have just one more decision to make, and it involves how to tie together the flowers’ stems. From a clean satin wrap to a loose cascade of ribbons, the possibilities are endless. You can even use fabric of sentimental importance such as your grandmother’s lace, or work in a piece of heirloom jewelry.
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Christine and Matt Wedding - Bride and Groom Flower Archway - Tribeca Rooftop - Andy Gaines Photography

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BB Venues We Love: Tribeca Rooftop + Tribeca 360°

by Kate Murphy

Christine and Matt Wedding – Bride and Groom Flower Archway – Tribeca Rooftop – Andy Gaines Photography

Few wedding venues in New York City offer access to a modern, cosmopolitan experience amidst landmark surroundings representing a history and tradition that can be traced back to generations before. Tribeca Rooftop + Tribeca 360° is situated along an old cobblestone street tucked away in the heart of Tribeca’s downtown neighborhood. Housed in a printing press building from the 1920s, it has been fully renovated into a chic industrial event space highlighted by a soaring glass atrium, impressive glass window walls, and a rooftop complete with breathtaking views of Manhattan’s skyline. The melding of old and new, endless natural light, and a sky high outdoor terrace makes working at Tribeca Rooftop + Tribeca 360° a wedding florist’s dream come true.
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Cara and Vince Wedding - High Centerpiece - Laura Huertas Photography

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Cara & Vince Celebrate With A Magical Reception

by Kate Murphy

Cara and Vince Wedding – High Centerpiece – Laura Huertas Photography

Guests were buzzing after Cara and Vince’s exchanged vows. Not only had they just witnessed a beautiful ceremony, but their happy hour menu included a strongly caffeinated drink selection. “Vince is Italian and takes his coffee very seriously. He hired Top Hat Espresso to serve an array of coffee and gelato,” the bride says. “Everyone was really happy. It was a unique way to start the second part of our wedding.” Here, Cara shares the final chapter in her Real BB Wedding story.

Reception, Centerpieces, and Entertainment

After enjoying cocktails and coffee, guests gathered into the reception space where they were greeted with a breathtaking scene. Trimmed with twinkling lights, the clear top tent gave way to the dark sky above, underscoring the enchanted atmosphere all around. The tablescape featured various centerpieces. Simple yet sophisticated, the first style was composed of white Phalaenopsis orchids illuminated by stemmed glass candles. “The orchid centerpieces were my favorite,” Cara remarks. “They made the tables pop with such elegance.” The second style was composed of an exquisite trio of cluster arrangements showcasing burgundy ascot and baccara roses and cream majolica spray roses. Cara, who is Irish and grew up Irish dancing, made the table signs, paying homage to her and Vincent’s family heritages. “Blending the two countries, the tables were named after our favorite places, some we have traveled to and some we hope to visit, in Ireland and Italy.”
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Cara and Vincent Wedding - First Kiss - Laura Huertas Photography

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Cara & Vince Exchange Vows in an Intimate, Heartfelt Ceremony

by Kate Murphy

Cara and Vincent Wedding – First Kiss – Laura Huertas Photography

If anything, planning a wedding during a global pandemic gives leeway for a couple to make out-of-the-box choices. As COVID-19 forced Cara and Vince to reconsider their original vision, they found themselves putting together a day full of personal touches. “We wanted a more nontraditional ceremony,” the bride says. They even opted not to have a standard wedding party. “At the end, we wanted everything to feel very intimate with just us standing at the arch.” Here, Cara talks about exchanging heartfelt vows in front of their closest friends and family.
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Cara and Vince Wedding - Bridal Portrait - Laura Huertas Photography

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BB Featured Bride Cara on Her Breathtaking Pronovias Wedding Dress

by Kate Murphy

Cara and Vince Wedding – Bridal Portrait – Laura Huertas Photography

“I’ve always loved wedding dresses that most would describe as ‘old-fashioned,’” BB Featured Bride Cara says. “As a young girl, I was the one who marveled at a set of pearls rather than diamonds.” Even with her bridal style in clear view, Cara was surprised when she ultimately decided on what she was going to wear down the aisle – a breathtaking ball gown by Pronovias. Here, she shares her ‘say yes to the dress’ moment and details about her bridal personals.

Part 2: Wedding Dress & Personals

The original plan was for Cara, along with her closest and most trusted confidents, to make a trip to Manhattan for a fun-filled weekend of wedding dress shopping. With COVID-19 making traveling any distance difficult, she decided to stay local and browse the boutiques in the Philadelphia area. “My Mom, two sisters, niece, Grandma, best-friend, and mother-in-law were able to come with me, so the experience still felt very special,” she recalls. “We made a day of it, renting a limousine and enjoying a nice, relaxing lunch in between shopping.”
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