Event planning professionals know this: everyone likes to eat. And what better place to show your creativity and kick your event “up a notch” than with the table settings? Here are a few ideas to get your creative juices flowing!

A Special Post Format

Often when we write posts, we are trying to convey our experience to help our readers. Since this post is all about ideas for table settings, we’re just going to present great ideas we’ve seen! You decide what fits with your event, your attendees, and your budget.

More Traditional Table Settingsa traditional Victorian place setting

Like this beautiful Victorian example, many event planners opt for a traditional approach to table decorations. In some cases, it’s the nature of the event; in others, the event professional understands the attendee demographics and knows what’s best for the group.
a beautiful table setting
Learn more: great centerpieces from Martha Stewarta colorful Mardi Gras table decoration
Learn more: 30 great table setting ideasa Japanese-themed table setting

Some Less Common Ideas

At times it makes sense to align the table setting with the type of food being offered. Here is an example of a Japanese-themed setting, and a spread for Mardi Gras!
a comfortable table setting with pillows to sit on
Learn more: great Spring table settings

Truly “Out of the Ordinary” Table Settings

You simply can’t beat Salvador Dali for off-the-wall, and in this post we’re showing both a Dali-esque theme and a “feathered” theme.
Learn more: Great ideas, including a Dali-inspired table setting
Learn more: great ideas from the Dining by Design event

feather decorations at an event

And, Once They’re Done Eating…

Everyone remembers the food at events. They also remember if they had to stand in line for a less-than-clean restroom.
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