#TuesdayTips :: Tips for Setting the Table

A lot of tiny details go into setting the table for a nice event, and believe it or not there is proper etiquette for the placement of each of these details. Tradition has of course changed over the years, so you may not be using one or more of these details for your own event....but if you are, here are some helpful tips about where and how to set the table properly.

Photo by Danielle Luc Photography

Possible details to be included in the table setting:

Chargers
Plates
Glasses
Cups/Saucers
Flatware
Centerpieces
Napkins
Napkin Rings
Salt & Pepper
Place Cards
Menu Cards
Table Numbers
Favors


Proper placement of each detail in a formal place setting:

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Here are a few different variations of place settings from some of our previous events: