When it comes to wedding day stationery, place cards and escort cards often get confused. While they may seem similar, they serve very different purposes and can play a big role in your guest experience and overall table design. At Julia Kay Design, we help couples navigate these details with ease, so every piece of stationery feels intentional and beautiful.
Escort cards are typically displayed in a central location during cocktail hour or at the reception entrance. Each card lists a guest's name along with their assigned table number. Guests pick up their card, then make their way to their designated table.
Escort cards are often used when couples want more flexibility in seating. You’re telling guests where to sit generally, without assigning them a specific seat. This is a great option for larger weddings or when grouping guests together by family, friend group, or relation.
Place cards are set at each place setting and show guests exactly where to sit at their assigned table. These cards are helpful for more formal events or when you’ve created a very specific seating arrangement.
Place cards are especially useful if you’re planning a plated dinner and need to communicate meal choices to the catering staff. With Julia Kay Design, we can create a discreet color-coded or symbol system that helps both your guests and your vendors.
You typically won’t need both unless you have a very detailed seating chart. Most weddings either use escort cards or a large seating chart combined with place cards.
If you're trying to decide what works best for your event, we’re here to guide you through that process. During our design consultation, we’ll walk through your floor plan, dinner style, and guest list logistics to determine which option will keep things organized while complementing your overall design.
Your day-of stationery should be both functional and beautiful. Whether you opt for place cards, escort cards, or both, Julia Kay Design offers custom and semi-custom solutions that feel cohesive with the rest of your wedding suite.
From classic calligraphy to modern minimalism, we’ll create a stress-free and exciting design experience so you can focus on enjoying your big day. Let us help you bring every detail together with intention and style.
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