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Guide guests to their seats with beautifully made wedding place cards and personalised name cards. Hand finished in our Cotswolds studio, our place cards are available in folded or flat styles and can include guest names, simple menu indicators or your own artwork. Choose a design, select your preferred card stock and font, then send us your name list. We set the layout for clarity and can provide proofs on request. Planning a company dinner or awards night? We can print your logo and keep styling consistent across matching table numbers, table plans and signs.
As a general guideline, wedding place cards should be large enough for guests to easily find their assigned seat, but not so big that they appear awkward among the tableware, cutlery, dishes, and other decorations. At Vintage Prints, our personalised name place cards are tented for improved readability and measure approximately 9 x 3.3 cm when folded.
While it may be tempting to wait until all guests have responded to their RSVPs before ordering wedding place cards, this approach might be cutting it too close to your big day. After all, you wouldn’t want to find yourself anxiously checking tracking numbers just a week before your wedding. By ordering place cards at the same time as your other on the day stationery, you can also save on shipping costs.
To keep things simple and avoid any confusion with duplicate names, it’s best to write both the individual’s first and last names on your place cards. While including titles is not necessary, it can be a nice touch to indicate the person’s role for the day, such as “Mother of the Bride” or “Bridesmaid”. For more intimate celebrations, you may consider using the familiar family term by which your relative is known, such as “Nana” or “Gramps”, adding a personal and endearing touch. Additionally, always make an effort to find out the names of your guests’ plus-ones instead of using generic labels, so they feel included in the special day as well.
Handwriting your guests’ names adds an extra level of uniqueness and charm to your wedding place cards. However, it’s important to ensure that the text is clear and legible, even in dim lighting or when the party gets started. Alternatively, if you prefer to save yourself the hassle, you can choose from our wide range of fonts, and Vintage Prints will take care of the hard work for you.
If you want to include your guests’ menu choices on the wedding place cards, it’s a fantastic idea. This will make things easier for your catering staff, ensuring that meals are served swiftly and correctly. You can opt for simple symbols or initials to denote different dishes or dietary requirements. For example, “V” could represent a vegan option, while “GF” could signify a gluten-free meal. Remember to choose a symbol that’s clear and easy to understand to avoid any potential confusion.
We offer an expanded version of our menu place cards, providing more space for your guests’ names and menu choices. These are versatile, suitable for both formal and casual occasions, and add an elegant touch to your special day. They come in a variety of card stocks, and you can choose between flat or folded options. With our wide selection of fonts and customisable colour schemes, you can select the perfect combination to match your wedding theme. You even have the option to have your own design printed.
By incorporating menu choices into your place cards, you are sure to impress your guests and make them feel even more included in the celebration. No matter the style you choose for your wedding place cards, adding a handwritten touch or a meaningful inscription will demonstrate an extra level of attention to detail.
Menu place cards are more than just a decorative element on your wedding day. They serve practical purposes, streamlining the food service process. By providing specifics on each guest’s meal choice, the catering staff can easily distinguish between different dietary requirements and preferences. This eliminates any guesswork, ensuring that each guest receives the correct meal swiftly and efficiently.
Not only do menu place cards ease the logistics of serving a large gathering, but they also remind guests of the delicious choices they made. Because let’s face it, memories can fade between receiving your gorgeous wedding invitations and RSVPing with their menu selections. We wouldn’t want anyone accidentally taking someone else’s dish and having that “Oops!” moment later on. With these thoughtful place cards, your guests will be delighted to find their preferred dishes beautifully displayed, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable dining experience for all.
Certainly! Whether or not you’ve already purchased your save the dates, wedding invitations, table numbers, table plans, or signs from us, we always go the extra mile to ensure that your stationery not only complements your theme but also reflects your unique style. Our team of designers carefully crafts each piece, paying attention to every detail, so that your wedding place cards are nothing short of perfection.
If you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for in our collection, don’t worry. Simply drop us an email at contact@vintageprints.co.uk, and we will gladly assist you. Whether you need guidance in choosing the perfect design or have specific questions, we’re happy to provide personalised recommendations and advice.
Place cards are simple to order. Add your chosen design to basket, place the order, then email us your guest list and any details you would like printed, such as menu indicators. If you prefer to review the layout first, proofs are available on request. We can set names in your chosen font and adjust spacing for clarity.
To avoid last minute stress, we recommend ordering place cards alongside the rest of your on the day stationery. This gives you time to check spellings and layout calmly, and keeps delivery in one parcel. If you are working to a tight date, please email us before ordering and we will advise on the best approach.
Planning a gala dinner, awards evening, conference or client lunch? Our place cards work perfectly for corporate events. We can add your logo, align colours with your brand palette and include event details on the reverse if needed. Choose folded tent cards for visibility on busy tables or flat cards for a more minimal look. Send us your guest list and any seating notes and we will handle the typesetting for clear, easy to read names. We can also coordinate with matching table numbers, table plans, signs and menu place cards so everything feels consistent.
If you are unsure which style is right for your table setting, email us at contact@vintageprints.co.uk. You can also browse matching on the day stationery to keep your design consistent across signs, table numbers and table plans.
