Deciding on a seating plan for your wedding reception is never an easy task. But if you’re looking for a more stress-free option for your seating and a chance to spend a quiet, intimate moment at dinner with your husband, then a “sweetheart table” may be for you. A sweetheart table allows the bride and the groom to sit at their own private table facing the guests. This lets them see all of the action and be in close proximity to the wedding party and family while spending an extra little moment together. You can make it match your theme or use it to make a completely separate statement – it’s your choice. Have a look at some examples below and get inspired!
Arches And Backdrops
The easiest and most budget-friendly idea to make your sweetheart table stand out is to place a wedding arch or backdrop behind the table. Its décor will match your reception décor for sure, and lights, blooms, greenery and suspended candles will make your table highlighted.
A botanical print tablecloth, a greenery table runner, candles, elegant candleholders for a snowy wedding.
A crate with blooms, letters, a crate with blooms and letters on the table to accent a garden sweetheart table.
A greenery and blush and burgundy bloom table runner, a sign and some candles to mark the table.
A greenery and bulb installation, lush pastel florals and marquee monograms to highlight the sweetheart table.
A large candle lantern, florals, a sign, a greenery and bloom table runner and candleholders for elegant decor.
A layered orange tablecloth plus lace, candles on the table and floor, crates with blooms and bulbs over the table.
A lush floral, greenery and dark bloom table runner, black candles and candles in candle lanterns.
A lush greenery and bloom table runner, a banner and some macrame plus a sign to mark the table.
A lush greenery and bloom table runner, lots of usual and floating candles and a lush floral installation.
A lush greenery and colorful bloom table runner, himmeli and hanging bright blooms over the table.
A lush greenery table runner, lots of candles and urns with candles for an elegant touch and to mark the table.
A sequin tablecloth, a greenery runner, candles, a floral centerpiece with some foliage for a touch of glam.
A sheer table table runner, black candles and bright and moody blooms for accenting the sweetheart table.
A sweetheart table covered with a gold sequin tablecloth, pastel florals and surrounded with candles.
A sweetheart table decorated with greenery, blooms and dried herbs plus candles and florals and a calligraphy sign.
A sweetheart table with a lush greenery and pastel bloom table runner, lots of floating candles and wreaths with lights behind.
Greenery And Blooms
There’s no sweetheart table without greenery and blooms – you may go for a lush table runner, floral and greenery arrangements in vases and pots, suspended greenery and blooms over the table and even place some arrangements on the floor around the table. You may also try a floral backdrop behind the table for a bold and romantic look.
A table runner dotted with dried florals and a lush dried flower and herb centerpiece for a boho wedding.
A triangle wedding arch with lush greenery, florals can be a nice accent for the sweetheart table.
A wedding arch placed right behind the sweetheart table, lush neutral florals and greenery to mark the sweethearts.
A wedding arch with lush greenery, pink blooms and fabric plus candle lanterns on the floor.
An empty frame with greenery and blush and burgundy blooms, a matching table runner and candle lanterns.
Candles and candleholders, a pastel floral centerpiece, a lace table runner and dried herbs.
Elegant gold and burgundy tablecloths, lush florals and greenery and a glass bowl with fruits.
Lush greenery, bright and white blooms, pomegranates, candle lanterns and an ampersand for accenting the table.
Lush potted greenery, lots of candles and a greenery wreath over the table for an industrial wedding.
Oversized candle lanterns, a greenery and white bloom table runner and some candles on the table.
Oversized candle lanterns, crates with blooms and greenery and a greenery and floral table runner.
Oversized vintage candle lanterns, greenery and bright blooms, a matching table runner, candlabras and a backdrop to highlight the table.
The sweetheart table accented with a wooden backdrop with greenery, candles, a crate with blooms and greenery.
Candles And Candle Lanterns
Candles and candle lanterns will give a touch of romance to the table décor. These can be candleholders and candelabras placed on the table and candle lanterns placed around the table – these can be oversized.
White blooms on the floor, candles, a lush and moody floral arrangement and the wedding arch with lights.
A sweetheart table decorated with a bunting, blooms and tall candles is a great idea for a glam wedding.
A sweetheart table styled with some blooms in vases and chalkboard cards to mark whose places are these.
A sweetheart table accented with lots of blooms, a weddign arch with blush fabric and greenery plus a chandelier and some florals on the table.
A sweetheart table covered with a lace tablecloth and a burlap bunting for a rustic touch.
A sweetheart table topped with a green asymmetrical tablecloth, greenery, neutral blooms and an oversized candle holder next to the table.
A cute white lace tablecloth and lush florals on the table plus candles will hint that it's a sweetheart one.
A lush pink floral centerpiece, matching napkins and floral napkin rings and candles in the center of the table.
A bunting with letters, candles and sparkling beads right on the table accent it and make it stand out.
The sweetheart table is accented with a bright floral centerpiece and a crystal chandelier over it.
The table is decorated with lush pink and white blooms, the so are the chairs and the same blooms surround the table.
A sweetheart table decorated with plush pink florals and candles is a veyr romantic and cute idea.
A white lace tablecloth and several arrangements in pink and white create a lush and romantic sweetheart table.
The sweetheart table accented with a white lace tablecloth, pumpkins, blooms and coordinating signage on the chairs.
The sweetheart table accented with a burlap bunting and colorful paper balls over the table.
Accent your sweetheart table with a table runner, a candelabra and some greenery in mugs with your monograms.
A sweetheart table decorated with lush white florals, candles and with a wedding arch with fabric, blooms and suspended candles.
Other Décor
Signs, letters, monograms, marquee lights and letters, macramé and color block tablecloths – these are just a part of what else you may use for styling your sweetheart table. Take a look at the options we’ve gathered and get inspired!
Lots of candles in various mismatching candleholders as a table runner are a cute idea for a relaxed wedding.
A lace tablecloth, lots of ribbons that match in color and a table runner of white and pink blooms plus candles.
A paper bunting, candles and a lush floral centerpiece will make your sweetheart table stand out but not too much.
A lush and bright floral centerpiece and a wedding arch with fabric and suspended candles over the table.
Lush neutral florals covering the table, white floral arrangements and white trees with suspended candles on them.
A lush pastel floral centerpiece and letter decor will make your sweetheart table chic and elegant.
A gold sequin tablecloth, a lush and bold floral centerpiece and chairs decorated with bright blooms and air plants will highlight your space.
An arch with ribbons and candles and candle lanterns plus some cages, florals and branches around the sweetheart table.
A paper bunting, candles, greenery garlands and a white florla centerpiece to highlight the sweetheart table.
A simple cardboard and lace bunting and a tender floral centerpiece to accent the swetheart table.
A table runner of bright petals, candles and floral arrangements in sheer vases to accent the sweetheart table.
A sweetheart table placed in the wedding gazebo decorated with white fabric, lush burgundy and pink blooms on the pillar and table.
A lush floral centerpiece, candles, fall leaves and a rustic table number for an accent.
Letters, an ampersand, greenery, moss and bright blooms for decorating the sweetheart table in a colorful way.
A bright tablecloth, contrasting paper fans, a chalkboard sign and paper fans on the wall behind the table.
A greenery garland and a lush white blooms and greenery centerpiece to highlight the sweetheart table.