CHOOSING THE RIGHT CENTERPIECE

 FOR YOUR EVENT

 

Choosing the right centerpiece for your dinner party, wedding or special event is an important part of the party planning process. A centerpiece should be appropriate for the function, fit the formality of the occasion and it should also be suitable for the time of year. A well-appointed centerpiece simply adds a finishing touch of elegance to your reception tables.

 

Following are suggestions to consider when choosing a centerpiece for your event: 

Choose a centerpiece that is appropriate in size and proportion to your table. A small arrangement placed in the center of a 72-inch table will be lost, while a large arrangement on a 36-inch table can be overpowering.

 

Never choose a centerpiece that visually obstructs the ability to your guests to converse with each other or to see what is taking place within the room. Either keep the centerpiece low in height, or choose something that is tall and slender, such as a topiary or a candelabra. 

 

To visually increase the size of your centerpiece, center it on a mirrored tile, a colored napkin, some romantic tulle, a straw mat, or any other prop that supports the theme of your event.

If you are planning an outdoor reception, make sure to choose a centerpiece that can withstand wind and heat. A centerpiece that is low and heavy would be most suitable for this type of event. A centerpiece that is tall and slender can easily blow over. Flowers and candles left in the bright sun will wilt or melt, so a more durable centerpiece would be a better choice. Plants withstand heat better than cut flowers and the pots will be heavier and less apt to blow over.

 

For a Continental touch, choose potted herbs, such as rosemary and basil. Tie the pots with a raffia bow, and place on a straw mat. The plants can later be given to family members or guests as a favor or a thank you.

For a classic look, place a beautiful candelabra on your tables or for a  fall reception, choose cornucopias and create a cascade of fruit, or use hollowed-out pumpkins filled with fall flowers surrounded by fruit.

With a bit of imagination and the right supplier like centerpiecesandfavors.com, you can purchase a lovely centerpiece at wholesale prices without breaking the bank!