What is the first thing your guests do when they arrive at your reception (aside from seek out a cocktail, of course?). Figure out where they’re sitting! You’ve got a few options here: escort cards, seating charts, or simply no assigned seating. For option #2, we’ve put together some of our very favorite seating charts that are not only informational, but that act as part of the decor for your big day! Create an eye-catching display of your own with inspiration from one of our favorite ideas.
Pretty calligraphy and a fabulous Geronimo balloon make this simple black and white chart elegant and fun!
Photo: Edyta Szyszlo
We’ve seen window pane seating charts before, but are absolutely smitten by this colorful version created with colored markers!
Photo: Gary Ashley of The Wedding Artists Collective
Kind of obsessed with this colorful, almost infographic-like, and humorous seating chart!
Via: Behance
We’re swooning over the sweetness of this illustrated double-duty seating chart and floor plan.
Via: Dove Designs
Who doesn’t love a good chalkboard piece? Also, a huge plus about chalk: flexibility up until the absolute last minute for table changes and guest additions.
15 ways to use chalk in weddings!
Via: Lily and Val
Talk about making a statement! This seating chart would coax an “ooh” or “aah” out of every single guest!
Photo: Gia Canali
Using several mixed frames, this seating chart is more like a seating gallery wall, but we love the eclectic yet cohesive look!