You Name it! | Advice on How to Pick your Table Names by Vaishali Shah of Ananya Cards

It may seem like a small detail – but the names you choose for your wedding tables are one of the many ways of adding a subtle personal touch to your wedding celebrations. You could of course just number them, which is also absolutely fine! If you choose to go with numbers, consider adding a monogram to personalise each table and maintain a touch of individuality. But if you have the time, coming up with original and meaningful table names can be a really enjoyable project for you both. This kind of creative storytelling, when all the details add up to bring to life your big day, is exactly what will make YOUR wedding totally unique to you, and different to every other person’s wedding.

If you prefer not to use number for your tables, we’ve got you! This blog post is all about how to choose table names, with a little assistance from the imaginative world of Ananya Cards.

Think About Your Narrative

Your love story is probably made up of thousands of tiny, wonderful moments that have led to this, right? In the same way, your table names can represent different chapters in your unique backgrounds, which is what your wedding is all about. Start by thinking back to your relationship’s turning points. Perhaps you were engaged while on a fabulous vacation in Paris, or perhaps your first date took place in a quaint café. These are exactly the kinds of moments and memories that can inspire table names! Consider having tables with names like “Parisian Dreams” or “Café Romance.” These names will evoke and capture times you’ve had together, and even be conversation starters among your guests, as they reflect on your journey. Relationship milestones can also make for great table names – like for example giving each table number a story: the number of memorable dates nights since you met, the date of your first holiday or the number of countries you’ve visited together, your first concert together, your first sports event together and so on.

Engage with Your Passions

Another useful starting point can be to ponder on the things you and your partner have in common. What are your shared loves? Including your interests in the table names can be a really fun way to let your guests get to know you better, whether they be your favourite films, literature, or pastimes. If you both read a lot, you might want to name your tables after famous books or writers. Iconic movie titles or well-known stars can create excellent table names for movie enthusiasts! Table names that are derived from well-known paintings or artists might lend a refined touch to those with artistic sensibilities. If you love to travel, perhaps table names could take inspiration from all the places you’ve been together or want to go in the future – for example ‘Mediterranean Magic’ or ‘African Safari Dreams’ This not only gives your wedding a hint of wanderlust, but it also makes your guests feel welcome, included, and excited for you!

Welcome to Your Culture

Another path is to choose table names that honour your cultural background and celebrate your heritage. Adding aspects from your ancestry can be a lovely way to honour your family and your past, whether you come from different cultures or have similar backgrounds. If you speak a different language, why not choose your favourite words in that language – and maybe have a little translation underneath, so your guests can learn and talk about it?

Show Off Your Individuality

Your marriage is an expression of who you two are as a pair. If you’re witty and have a good sense of humour, think about coming up with unique and humorous table titles that will make your visitors laugh. If you have an inside joke in your relationship that is meaningful to you – why not think about ways to share it with your guests through your table names? For instance, imagine a table named ‘Puns and Pizzas,’ ideal for the couple who loves wordplay and shares a passion for pizza. You could even incorporate pizza-themed jokes to add an extra layer of fun. ‘Netflix Nuptials’ could be another entertaining addition, celebrating your shared love for binge-watching and movie nights.

Perhaps you have favourite instruments to play, pubs to go to, song lyrics to repeat, or games to compete in – let these elements shine through in your table names, creating an atmosphere of personal connection and celebration.

Naming your wedding tables is a great way to tell your love story to your guests and add a unique touch to your big day.

Vaishali and her team here at Ananya Cards love creating personalised stationery and table name cards that are as distinctive as your love tale – whether you want to look back on your trip, connect with your interests, embrace your culture, dream of locations, express your individuality, or share your dreams. Get in touch!

Please contact Vaishali Shah at Ananya Cards for more information.

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