51 Unique Table Number Ideas for Wedding Receptions (and some DIYs)

Let your imagination fly when deciding which of these unique table number ideas you will use on your wedding reception.

Creative Disney table names by Disney Fairy tale weddings.

If you are hosting a seated reception, adding numbering your tables is a smart choice. I know, I know, organizing seating charts is a pain in the neck but letting people sit wherever they please will make it harder for your servers to find who requested that vegetarian meal. 😉 If you don’t want to dictate where everybody should sit, you can do away with placecards but table numbers are a must. Besides, they are quite inexpensive and you can make them yourself.

There are lots of very creative table number ideas to name your wedding tables. You can pick from the traditional numbers, letters, places, or even countries as these table numbers or table identifiers will help your guests know where to sit. Remember this goal and do not make them too hard to find.

Wedding table numbers usually go next to the centerpiece, but this is not a must. You can place them inside of the centerpiece, on both sides of the table runners or floating above the table. After all, the trend is to capture the personality of the bride and groom.

The table number should match the overall style of the reception. You can use slates, wine bottles, metal table numbers, books as table numbers, but why not take a look at these unique table number ideas for wedding receptions?

Unique Table Number Ideas you can Steal

We know you are going to love these unique table number ideas. We know we did! Check out this calligraphy numbers over these adorable pears. Original and super affordable!

Unique table number ideas incorporating fruits. Captured by Jose Villa, Fine Art Weddings at Sunstone Villa Wedding.

Let’s continue with another inexpensively crafted table numbers on stones. When it comes to wedding table decor, the magic is definitely in the details. Perfect for garden weddings. All you need are flat stones, paint and a brush!

Stone with brush painted calligraphy for table number.

Use these beautiful hand painted Talavera tiles as table numbers for your fiesta or Spanish themed wedding to add originality to your decor.

Unique table number ideas: hand painted talavera tiles by Vintage Baby Doll.

Two in one: Put flowers in a pitcher for a simple centerpiece/table number combination.

Delightful wedding hack for an original centerpiece/table number combo.

You can incorporate the coolest new trend in wedding floristry, nopales or cactus paddles as your table numbers!

The nopal or cactus paddle table numbers are a unique signage and decor idea.

Table Numbers for Beach Weddings

Keep your decor simple for your beach themed wedding. Create your own centerpiece/table number combos with floating candles, shells and votives. And here are a few beach table number ideas to get started.

Surfer couples check out this idea! It’s a wonderful way to include your passion to your reception.

Surfboard couples can add a personalized table number like this one.

Bring the tranquil ambiance of a tropical island or a lakeside retreat to your special day with these beach wedding table number ideas.

Seashell table number. Photographer: jason angelini photography.

Starfish escort cards in aqua & coral for a beach wedding. Photographer: kml photography.

Bottles and Wine Bottles: Table Number Ideas to Uncork

A wine bottle makes a great vase or decoration piece on its own, so here are some great tips for decorating the bottle itself.

Wine bottles with fairy lights get the job done as table numbers, centerpieces and added sparkle.

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