Wedding Place Cards

Wedding Place Cards to Complete Your Reception Tablescape

Add a polished and personal detail to your wedding with custom wedding place cards from Shutterfly. These 2x3-inch name cards for tables are more than just practical—they’re part of your wedding décor and guest experience. Whether you’re hosting a formal dinner or a more casual gathering, custom place cards help guests find their seats while complementing your wedding theme. Choose from elegant fonts and unique design elements that coordinate perfectly with your table settings and other wedding day stationery.

How to Use Place Cards and Escort Cards at Your Wedding

Shutterfly makes it easy to design table place cards that fit seamlessly into your reception layout. Depending on your seating arrangement, you’ll want to use place cards, escort cards, or both:

• Wedding Place Cards: These are placed at each guest’s individual seat and include the guest’s name (and sometimes their meal choice). They’re ideal for formal dinners with assigned seating.
• Wedding Escort Cards: These are displayed at the entrance of the reception area, usually arranged alphabetically. Each card includes the guest’s name and table number so they can find their spot on their own.
• Combination Cards: Some couples choose customizable stationery that serves both purposes—directing guests to a table and indicating their specific seat once they arrive.

No matter the format, custom wedding name cards add a thoughtful touch while making your event feel smooth and well-planned.

Wedding Place Card Etiquette and Helpful Tips

When designing and printing your wedding place cards, there are a few etiquette guidelines and tips to keep in mind:

• Make One for Every Guest: Each guest should have their own card—even couples or children.
• Use Formal or Casual Naming:
• For formal weddings, include full names and titles (e.g., Mr. John Smith).
• For casual events, first names or nicknames are perfectly fine.
• Double-Check Spellings: Accuracy matters—especially when guests are seated with people they may not know.
• Print Extras: Always order a few additional place cards in case of last-minute seating changes or name corrections.
• Consider Readability: Choose fonts and print sizes that are easy to read from a short distance.

Need inspiration? Shutterfly offers a variety of place card templates to help you get started, with options to match nearly any wedding theme or color palette.

Wedding Day Stationery Essentials to Pair with Place Cards

Your wedding escort cards and place cards are just one part of your overall wedding stationery suite. For a cohesive look from ceremony to reception, consider adding:

• Wedding Menu Cards – Display your meal selections at each place setting for a polished dining experience.
• Ceremony Programs – Let guests follow along with your ceremony, learn about your wedding party, and enjoy any meaningful traditions you’ve included.
• Wedding Signs – Welcome guests, direct them to key areas like the bar or dance floor, display table numbers, or highlight your wedding hashtag with beautifully designed signage.
• Thank You Cards – After the wedding, follow up with custom cards that match your day-of stationery and reflect your style as newlyweds.

With Shutterfly, every paper detail of your wedding day—from wedding name cards to custom signage—is beautifully coordinated and easy to personalize.