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Are tablecloths necessary?

Shannon, on November 21, 2019 at 10:56 PM Posted in Wedding Reception 0 17
We're having a casual post-elopement party next summer. These are the tables at the venue. Do you think it's necessary to get tablecloths or is it an unnecessary expense that no one will remember?
Are tablecloths necessary? 1

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Latest activity by Shannon, on November 27, 2019 at 3:40 PM
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    VIP September 2020
    Neeva ·
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    I personally think tablecloths dress up a space the most, even more than the centerpieces.

    To save money you could do something super simple!

    But if it's casual I think not having them could work too, just would maybe add some more decorative touches to the table or chairs!

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  • Caytlyn
    Legend November 2019
    Caytlyn ·
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    Do I think they’re a necessity? No. Would I remember that your tables looked like a conference room? Probably.
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    Melle ·
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    I think those are some nice tables but tablecloths would be a better idea
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  • Sinéad
    WeddingWire Administrator January 2025
    Sinéad ·
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    Hey Shannon!

    Your venue looks really beautiful, I love how open and bright it looks!

    I certainly don’t think that they are a necessity and it’s totally your decision but personally I feel that they will really add to the look of the decor.

    Do you have a theme for your reception?

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  • Cyndy
    Master May 2019
    Cyndy ·
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    There are not a must but they would definitely add to your decor.
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  • Lauren
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    Lauren ·
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    I don't think they're an absolute necessity, but I wouldn't go without them. They dress up a space a ton. Tableclothsfactory.com has tablecloths for very cheap!

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  • Kaysey
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    Kaysey ·
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    They're not necessary in my opinion, but I do think that they add a little something to the reception to tie it all together. Also, having a tablecloth helps with you not having the wipe down the tables when the reception is being cleaned up; if your venue/anyone you hire doesn't do that for you.

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  • Meghan
    Master October 2019
    Meghan ·
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    Not necessary, but it would look a lot better.

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  • Chrysta
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    Chrysta ·
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    I think tablecloths really go a long way to dress up a space! Personally, I would do tablecloths. But, like you said, it is just going to be a casual affair, so I wouldn’t say that tablecloths would be a “Necessity“. I think it all depends on your desired aesthetic and budget. If you do decide to get tablecloths, however, tableclothsfactory.com and cvlinens both have very affordable tablecloths. and I believe their Black Friday sale is going on right now!
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  • Canadiangal
    Dedicated August 2020
    Canadiangal ·
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    I think it would be okay to not have tablecloths, as long as you have decorations on the tables

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  • Ashlyn
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    Ashlyn ·
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    I agree 100%! I would definitely remember that as well.
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    Shannon ·
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    Thank you for the tip!
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    Shannon ·
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    Thank you! We're doing a casual bbq. No definite theme, but the decor will mostly be limited to wild flowers in craft beer bottles, candles, and string lights.
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  • Jennifer
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    Jennifer ·
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    Yes. Have the tablecloth! As pretty as they are it is too office looking to not.
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  • Sinéad
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    That sounds like so much fun! Since you are having quite a casual wedding reception, I think colorful or floral (even mix and match) tablecloths would look amazing!!!

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  • Sherry
    Master September 2019
    Sherry ·
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    I don't think they are a necessity but they would definitely dress it up without needed to do too much else to it.


    Unrelated but is this venue in GA? It looks so similar to the one we almost chose for our wedding shower.

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    Shannon ·
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    Actually it's an enclosed park pavilion in Madison, WI.
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