Where beautiful tables BEGIN.

A guide to creating balanced, beautiful table settings for your event.

Designing your PLACE settings

Each place setting needs 18–24 inches of space for comfortable dining.

A typical place setting includes:

  • Charger or dinner plate

  • Flatware

  • Napkin

  • Glassware

When chargers are added, spacing becomes even more important. Chargers are usually 12–13 inches wide, so giving each setting enough room keeps the table looking polished rather than crowded.

Napkin Styling

Napkins are a small detail that can make a big visual impact on your tablescape.

Common napkin styles include:

  • Classic Fold – clean, structured and timeless

  • Pocket Fold – perfect for menus or place cards

  • Loose Fold – relaxed and romantic with soft, natural movement

  • Knot or Tie – modern and textural, adding dimension to the place setting

Different folds can create different moods—from classic and elegant to relaxed and organic.

more napkin inspiration

Your Guide to fabrics:

  • POLYESTER

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    Poly is the standard linen included in most rentals or through caterers.

  • COTT'N EAZ

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    A spun polyester that feels closer to a natural fiber like cotton.

  • MAJESTIC

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    A textured synthetic silk. It’s reversible, with a shiny and a matte side.

  • SATIN / LAMOUR

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    This fabric is thick and soft to the touch, with a subtle sheen. Durable and flame too!

  • CHENILLE

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    Velvety cord that has some sheen and texture.

  • VELVET

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    Heavy and soft material. Great for winter and transitional events.

  • COTTON / LINEN

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    Woven natural fibers with some organic texture. Can be embroidered or patterned

  • TAFFETA

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    Synthetic fabric with a sheen, reads somewhat iridescent or metallic.

  • KRINKLE

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    Stretchy and textured, great for layering and draping

  • SEQUINS

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    Sequins stitched onto taffeta or another textile. Light catching, hard to clean.

  • LACE

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    Typically polyester and sheer. Comes in traditional and modern patterns. Usually requires a base linen in a solid color.

  • DAMASK

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    Thick, heavy, tone on tone, and reversible. Has a classic and regal feel to it.

Table Talk - Sizes & Seating

Ensure your table layout feels spacious and welcoming rather than crowded.

Round Tables

Round tables are the most common reception layout. Their circular shape encourages conversation among guests and creates a balanced, symmetrical look throughout the room.

  • Seats 2

    Table size:
    30” diameter x 30” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 90” round
    Lap length: 90" round
    Overlay: 54” square
    Puddle: 96” round or larger

  • Seats 2-4

    Table size:
    36” diameter x 30” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 96” round
    Lap length: 72" round
    Overlay: 54” square
    Puddle: 108” round or larger

  • Seats 4-6

    Table size:
    48” diameter x 30” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 108” round
    Lap length: 72” square
    Puddle: 120” round or larger

  • Seats 8

    Table size:
    60” diameter x 30” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 120” round
    Lap length: 90” round
    Overlay: 72” square
    Puddle: 132” round

  • Seats 8-10

    Table size:
    72” diameter x 30” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 132” round
    Lap length: 108” round
    Overlay: 90” square
    Puddle:

Rectangle Tables

Rectangular tables are often used for family seating, head tables, and farm-style layouts. They create long sightlines and encourage conversation across the table.

  • Most commonly used for diaplays, sweetheart tables or escort card tables.

    Table size:
    48" L x 30" W x 30"H

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 90” x 108”
    Overlay: 54” square
    Length: 60' x 90"
    Puddle: 108" x 132"

  • Seats 6 (8 if using ends)

    Table size:
    72” long x 30” wide x 30” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 90” x 132”
    Lap length: 60” x 120”
    Overlay: 54” square
    Puddle: 108" x 156"

  • Seats 8 (10 if using ends)

    Table size:
    96” long x 30” wide x 30” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 90” x 156”
    Lap length: 60" x 126"
    Overlay: 54” square
    Puddle: 108" x 180"

  • Seats 8 (10-12 with ends)

    Table size:
    96” long x 48” wide x 30” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 108” x 156”
    Lap length: 72" x. 156"
    Overlay: 90" x 132"
    Puddle: 120" x 180"

Cocktail & High tops

Cocktail tables are commonly used during cocktail hour, lounge areas, and late-night dancing spaces. Linens can dramatically change their look, from sleek fitted covers to dramatic puddled fabrics.

  • Seats 2-3

    Table size:
    30” diameter x 30” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 90” round
    Lap length: 60” round
    Overlay: 54” square
    Puddle: 96” round

  • Seats 2-4

    Table size:
    36 “ diameter x 30” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 96” round
    Lap length: 54” square
    Overlay: 54” square
    Puddle: 108” round or larger

  • Table size:
    30” diameter x 42” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 120” round
    Lap length:
    Overlay: 54” square
    Puddle: 132” round

  • Table size:
    36” diameter x 42” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor length: 120”
    Overlay: 90" round
    Puddle: 132” round

  • Table size:
    30” long x 30” wide x 42” height

    Linen Guide:
    Floor Length: 108" round or 90" square
    Lap Length: 72" square
    Overlay: 54" square or 90" square
    Puddle: 120" round or larger