Creative Table Runner & Garland Ideas

Inspiration

Today we’ve the prettiest of wedding decor inspiration in the form of table runners and garlands for your reception. In recent years many couples have decided to say bye-bye to round tables and chosen banqueting style long tables to add a relaxed and informal touch to their after-wedding party, hence why table runners have become so popular. From lashings of lace for a vintage tea party touch to masses of foliage and flowers-of-the-day for extravagant floral garlands, the choices are endless and your creativity can really be on display for your guests to enjoy.

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Kate Spade Stripe Chic

Monochrome stripes needn’t be harsh, just pair with bright florals and lots of texture for a chic and crisp look. Image by Shore Shotz Weddings.

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Golden Sequins

For a blissfully on trend look blush pinks teamed with crisp white table linen and a runner of subtle golden sequins is a pretty style favoured by many brides. Image via Knot and Nest Designs.
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Luscious Lace

Lace can literally go with any colour you choose and give a plain table a vintage feel. Image by Half Orange Photography.

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Pretty in Pink

We adore this simple table runner edged in sequins and gathered with a handmade floral corsage – perfect for you DIY lovers out there! Image via The Wedding of My Dreams.

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Calming Eucalyptus

For a classic spin on the floral garland look to simple eucalyptus. Team with crisp white linen, or no linen at all for a pared back take on the greenery trend of 2017. Image via Knots and Kisses.

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Boho Breeze

Create a coherent bohemian feel table display with simple linen, candles, pretty cut glassware and stunning floral arrangements. The trick is to make it look perfectly imperfect! Image by Nicola Tonolini via Boho Weddings.

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Bright, Bold & Beautiful

We live for this bright pink table runner- how amazing is it?! We get so giddy with excitement when a couple choose a strong accent colour and run with it! Image by Rylee Hitchner.

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Simple Succulents

Last year was the year of the succulent, that’s for sure, but don’t be put off by that, we think they look just as pretty in 2017 especially for a natural, no fuss wedding day. Image via Beautiful Bridal.

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Petal Power

Yes, even a simple scattering of rose petals can create an organic table runner! Image by Jackson & Co Photography via Real Flower Petal Confetti.
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Evergreen & Gorgeous

What could be more budget friendly than a garland made of hedgerow foliage? We feel there’s a slight Game of Thrones look to this winter garland and in our book, that’s great! Image by Hazelwood Photo via Style Me Pretty.