Stylish Yet Risky! Important Considerations When Choosing Tile Place Cards

Stylish Ideas from Abroad: 【Tile Place Cards】♡

Have you heard of 【Tile Place Cards】, where the names of guests are written in calligraphy on Moroccan tiles?

Tile place cards are an item that brides-to-be aiming for a trendy, overseas wedding are currently focused on ♡

Unlike traditional folded place cards, these are a new and unique idea that decorates the guest table like an interior piece ＊

If you're considering incorporating tile place cards, here are some issues to be aware of ＊

Many brides-to-be are likely thinking, "I want tile place cards for my wedding!"

But…

There are some lesser-known issues with tile place cards.

If you decide to incorporate tile place cards, you should prepare thoroughly while considering those risks ＊

In this article, we will discuss the risks of tile place cards and how to address them.

Issue with Tile Place Cards ① Cannot write place card messages

The first issue with tile place cards is that you cannot write messages on them.

Place card messages are thank-you notes from the bride and groom to the guests, typically written on the back of paper place cards. It's a staple part of the wedding hospitality experience, so some guests might be looking forward to these messages.

The material of tile place cards is Moroccan tiles, which means you cannot write a message with a pen on the back.

If you want to give words of gratitude to each guest, you will need to think of another way to do so.

For example,

☑ Prepare wall letters

☑ Prepare separate message cards and have them set up, or surprise guests by placing them under their plates

☑ Include them inside take-home gift bags

and so on ♡

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Conversely, for brides and grooms who want to avoid writing place card messages, this issue can be a benefit.

If you don't have the time to write messages for dozens of people, there’s the concern that guests might be disappointed if the card type has nothing written on the back.

For those who feel this way, it's a welcome point ◎

Issue with Tile Place Cards ② Difficult to set up

The second issue is the difficulty of setting them up.

Tile place cards feature stylish calligraphy in the alphabet rather than kanji.

Moreover, it is common to write only the guests' first names for aesthetic reasons.

Place cards with only the first names spelled out in calligraphy are very chic and appealing to guests, but…

They are a headache for the staff setting up the venue!

It takes time to compare the seating chart while arranging them on the guest tables, and they have to read over it multiple times to avoid making mistakes.

When incorporating tile place cards, it's recommended to put full names (in kanji) on the back with clear tape to help the staff set them up smoothly.

Make sure to have the staff remove it during setup.

(Though this also adds some extra steps!)

Be sure to inform your planner in advance that you will be using tile place cards and express appreciation to the staff who will be setting them up ＊

Issue with Tile Place Cards ③ Fragility

Unlike paper place cards, tile place cards have the risk of breaking.

It’s essential to wrap them in cushioned materials and pack them carefully when bringing them in.

Even so, if one happens to break during transport or setup, it would be incredibly frustrating.

In case something happens, prepare a spare tile and a pen without any writing on it so that you can create one on the day itself if needed.

Prepare for the Risks of 【Tile Place Cards】 ♡

We introduced the risks of stylish tile place cards and their solutions. Tile place cards can lead to a chic guest table setup and delight your guests with, "I've never seen this before!"

Because they are such an attractive option, make sure to prepare well so you can enjoy a worry-free day ♩