When it comes to planning your dream wedding reception, your sweetheart table is more than just a place to sit — it’s the romantic centerpiece of the room where you and your partner will share your first moments as newlyweds. Whether your style is timeless and traditional or bold and dramatic, here are 5 must-see sweetheart table ideas to inspire your floral planning and create a show-stopping focal point on your big day.
#1 Classic Sweetheart Table
For a clean, timeless look, you can’t go wrong with a traditional sweetheart table featuring a single floral arrangement placed in the center. This elegant style works beautifully with almost any theme or venue and can be easily personalized. Consider adding a charming touch by placing a “MR & MRS” sign in front of the arrangement to highlight your new title. This setup also leaves space on the table for candles, dinnerware, and toasts — without overwhelming the overall look!
#2 Full and Cascading Sweetheart Table
If you want your wedding sweetheart table to truly steal the show, go all-in with beautiful blooms that completely cover the tabletop and cascade down the sides. This full floral sweetheart table creates a dramatic, luxurious look that instantly elevates your reception space and looks amazing in photos. We love designing this style with a mix of blooms and greenery, allowing the flowers to spill naturally from the table and trail gracefully toward the floor.
#3 Romantic Candlelit Sweetheart Table
Nothing says romance like a warm candlelit glow. Pair your floral design with candles to create an intimate, cozy ambiance at your sweetheart table wedding setup. You can place pillar candles, votives, or floating candles directly on the table around your floral arrangements, or line the front of your table with candlelight on the ground.
This look is stunning for evening receptions and adds a soft, glowing vibe to your decor — especially when combined with blooms like roses, peonies, or hydrangea.
#4 Let Your Ceremony Arch Frame Your Sweetheart Table
One of our favorite sweetheart table ideas is to repurpose your ceremony arch as a stunning frame behind your table. As a professional wedding florist, we offer seamless transitions from ceremony to reception by moving your arch to frame your wedding sweetheart table after the “I dos.”
This not only maximizes your floral investment but creates a cohesive look from ceremony to reception. Your guests will love seeing familiar blooms in a new setting — and your sweetheart table will look absolutely breathtaking in your photos.
#5 Modern Backdrop with Greenery
Looking for a modern, Insta-worthy setup? A greenery wall or floral backdrop adds texture and depth to your sweetheart table decor without taking away from the table. Add your own *LED sign with your new last name to make the space feel uniquely yours! This style works well for couples who want a clean, minimalist table design but still want to make a beautiful visual for your table.
Let’s Create Your Dream Sweetheart Table
Your sweetheart table should reflect the love and joy you’re celebrating — and we’re here to bring that vision to life with custom floral designs tailored to your unique style!
Ready to start planning? Schedule your free consultation today and let’s design a wedding sweetheart table that you’ll remember forever.
Need some more inspiration? For more ideas and real-life inspiration, be sure to follow us on Instagram @newcityflorist — where we showcase our favorite sweetheart table wedding setups and behind-the-scenes floral magic.
Let’s make your seat at the reception one to remember!
*Please note, LED signs are NOT provided by New City Florist. Please reach out to us for more information.