Your big day will arrive soon, and all of your wedding planning is done—except for the seating. Even if your catering company is providing a buffet, a seating arrangement during the reception is recommended. The professionals at Marians Catering advise creating a plan in advance for where your guests will sit, especially if you’re hosting 75 or more, as most prefer not to have to look for a spot. 

Below, the local catering company offers a few tips on how best to arrange the seating for your big day:

Plan Ahead 

Don’t wait until the last minute to make your seating chart. It will only add to your stress. Work with your future spouse to arrange your seating at least a week in advance of your reception. Find out how many people each table will seat, draw circles on a separate piece of paper to represent the tables, and use your spreadsheet to plot out who will sit at each one to get a visual representation of how your reception will look.

Consider Affiliations & Avoid Tension 

On your spreadsheet, arrange your guests’ names according to their relationship to you, your spouse, and to each other. You may wish to have your parents and your spouse’s parents, along with both sets of grandparents, sit at one table. Be mindful of those who have divorced and remarried, as some family members may be uncomfortable with the single-table arrangement. Be flexible, and take your cue from your guests. Talk to those involved before making a firm arrangement.

It may take some thought and creative arranging, but your guests will thank you for taking the time to ensure their feelings are considered. Everyone should sit at a table with at least one or two other guests they know and with whom they are friendly.

If you are planning a wedding reception or other special event in Wahiawa, HI, Marians Catering will help make your big day even more memorable. Their wedding and party catering services boast delicious and unforgettable menu items. Visit the catering company online or call (808) 621-6758 to discover the many options available.