sd wedding reception on budget

You can do some pretty but inexpensive centerpieces with candles and some greenery. I think I’d splurge a little more on the sweetheart table, since that’s a focal point. But don’t have a huge disparity of super fancy sweetheart table and plain tables.

I would prioritize the guest tables since there are many more of them and it will make a far bigger impact. When I see sweetheart tables at weddings, even high end weddings, there are no over the top backdrops, it’s really just a table for two centrally located. And since the table is small you don’t need a big centerpiece. If you’re on a budget it’s the first thing I’d cut.


I’d also check out Costco for inexpensive florals, rental places, or thrift shops, Facebook Marketplace etc. for second hand items.

How many tables are there going to be? You're gonna want to make sure there isn't too much contrast between tables so that no one feels slighted or anything. You can go a little bit more elaborate for the sweetheart table (ex: put a fun statement runner down for yours [etsy has ones with sequins and stuff], but ditch runners for everyone else and do the same floral arrangement and candles for each one [smaller tends to be cheaper, so maybe consider bud vases?] and the same tablecloths [just use the venue ones]). Also, Something Borrowed Blooms rents out fake flowers (silk), and they do centerpieces (some were only like $30!!!). Maybe do a small arrangement for each table, then add some candles

View Quoted Comment 10 tables. Thanks for the tips! I’ll definitely check out the website!

View Quoted Comment Of course! You should be able to filter it to be just centerpieces

View Quoted Comment Thanks! I’ll check out Costco and rental places !

You can also check out "kits" of decor that previous married couples sell in places like Facebook marketplace.

View Quoted Comment Ooh, that's smart!

View Quoted Comment Ok! I’m gonna see if maybe I purchase some of those kits and have my in-laws hang onto them so that we can go down there