Personal & Stylish Reception Napkins, Reception Advice from OurWeddingDay.com

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Personal & Stylish Reception Napkins

If you’re like most brides, you want to make sure every detail is just right, right down to your wedding reception napkins. Wedding reception napkins are an important component not to be overlooked. While you might think that merely matching your napkins with your color scheme is enough, think again.

You have many options when choosing the perfect style and color that complement your wedding's décor and theme. The following ideas will point you in the right direction when choosing the perfect wedding reception napkins.

Make Sure They Fit Your Theme
Choose wedding reception napkins that fit your theme. If you’re having a beach wedding, you might consider choosing ocean-blue napkins with a seashell ring. If you’re having an eco-friendly wedding, consider tying the napkins with hemp strings. Rickrack is a whimsical option for romantic-themed weddings.

The first step to ensuring your napkins reflect the theme of your wedding is by choosing the right color. For example, if you’re having a black-and-white affair, your napkins could be white with a contrasting black bow tie as the napkin holder.

Napkin Rings & Holders
The napkin rings or holders you choose will make all the difference. Make sure they support your theme. Usually, as the guests arrive at their table and after they choose their entrée, the server will take the holder off, place the napkin on the guest's lap, and take the holder away unless you plan on giving it as a gift.

Layer Napkins
Layering wedding reception napkins has become popular because it brings a sense of elegance and class to the table. If you choose to layer, make sure to choose two different colors and two contrasting fabrics. For example, if your wedding colors are sky blue and white, choose sky-blue base napkins that the guests will continue to use throughout dinner, and layer sheer white napkins over them. The sheer napkin will be removed when the base napkins are placed on the guest's lap.

Keep Them Neat
Request that the servers at your wedding reception tending to the dining tables refold napkins while guests are away from their chair. This is a classy service that will impress your guests and keep the tables looking tidy in between courses.

Cocktail Napkins
If you plan on keeping the bar open throughout the reception, you’ll need cocktail napkins. A popular choice for cocktail wedding reception napkins is to have your and your groom's names or initials printed on them. Also make sure to choose cocktail napkins that coordinate with your wedding colors.

All About the Fold
The fold you choose can turn your wedding reception napkins from ordinary into ultra-fabulous! Look up the following folds when choosing yours: