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Just Said Yes June 2018

How many guests at a table?

Katie, on May 20, 2018 at 10:03 AM Posted in Wedding Reception 0 12

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At our reception, we have 6' round tables. At a couple tables, we have 11 or 12 seated. All
of the tables make sense with who is sitting with who, so I'm hesitant to separate any of the tables. Our planner/DOC said the tables "might be tight, but not terrible". I just don't want people uncomfortable/squished. Does anyone have experience with seating 12 guests at the size table/maybe some pics? Not sure if I should leave it or add a table.

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Latest activity by Sarah, on May 21, 2018 at 10:26 AM

Master June 2016
Sarah · on May 20, 2018 at 10:08 AM
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The last wedding we went to had 12 people at that size table and it was actually really tight. It basically felt like we were on top of each other. Because of the amount of place settings/glassware at the table, it made it impossible for the women to put their clutches down on the table.
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Just Said Yes August 2019
Katrina · on May 20, 2018 at 10:11 AM
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Hope that helps
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Expert June 2018
Pina · on May 20, 2018 at 10:26 AM
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We have the same size tables and our venue said 10 is comfortable. I would add a table.
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WED18 · on May 20, 2018 at 10:43 AM
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I've seen the set up for 12 at a 6' table and it looked too tight, even with no one sitting there. It can be done but won't be the most comfortable for your guests.
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VIP December 2018
Xandria · on May 20, 2018 at 11:37 AM
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I would recommend adding a table. If someone came in to our hotel and wanted to do that they would be quickly talked out of it. Thats to many people at a very small table.
Alternatively if you don't want to separate people, ask your venue if they have a larger size table.
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Just Said Yes June 2018
Katie · on May 20, 2018 at 11:38 AM
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Thanks, that's a good idea!
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Champion June 2018
muriel · on May 20, 2018 at 11:52 AM
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More than 10 at a 6 ft round is too many for comfort.
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Super December 2018
T P · on May 20, 2018 at 1:47 PM
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Many people have found ten at a table a more comfortable seating arrangement than twelve for that size table. Perhaps you could mock up a table to see what it would look like as you make your decision. Happy planning!
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Jen · on May 20, 2018 at 5:33 PM
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I have 60 inch tables and my venue coordinator said 8-10 sit comfortably. I think 12 people would be very tight. i will not go above 10.
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Just Said Yes June 2018
Katie · on May 21, 2018 at 10:23 AM
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Did they have chargers as well?
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Just Said Yes June 2018
Katie · on May 21, 2018 at 10:24 AM
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We have 72 inch tables, not 60. Thanks though!
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Master June 2016
Sarah · on May 21, 2018 at 10:26 AM
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They didn’t. The first course was immediately served upon seating so chargers weren’t necessary.
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