10 Creative Alternatives to Those Classic Escort Cards

Your escort card display doesn't have to be boring. Take a step away from plain ol' paper place cards and choose something more personal for your seating arrangement. If you're looking to make this big day detail all your own, here are 10 alternatives to the traditional escort card table that will spark your imagination. 1. Getting married on a lake? Write your guests' names on skipping stones that they can throw into the lake at the end of the night! 2. For tropical weddings, consider using fruit from the location to set the tone! They're bright, beautiful, and have a lovely scent to match. 3. Give your guests a good laugh (and directions to their table) with these personalized notes. Who wouldn't appreciate such a personal touch? 4. For book lovers - stack piles upon piles of your favorite novels and use these delicate bookmarks as escort cards. These lovely ribbons will be marking their favorite pages for years to come. Photo by Amy & Stuart via Lover.ly 5. For teachers and lifelong learners - what could be cuter than a jar full of pencils to help the guests prepare for the evening? They'll be as excited for your wedding as they were on the first day of school. Photo by Paul Smith via Lover.ly 6. If you're a plant lover, or expert gardener, consider using these adorable (and durable) succulents as escort cards. These little plants also serves as a wonderful take-home that will last for years to come. Photo by Suggs Photography via Lover.ly 7. Do you and your love have a love for confections? Consider giving a little something sweet to your guests as a pre-curser to the meal. Get their palate ready for a wonderful meal. Photo by Abby Grace Photography via Lover.ly 8. What's in a name? Do something unexpected that makes it easy for guests to spot themselves with these adorable picture print-outs. Photo by Matt Guegan via Lover.ly 9. Shell-ve the idea of a traditional escort card (see what we did there?) These adorable little shells are perfect for a beach wedding. Photo by Jessica Lorren via Lover.ly 10. Set their hearts a-flutter with these fluffy feathers. Not only are they visually interesting, they'll be a wonderful prop for photographs as the night progresses. Photo by Vitalic Photo via Lover.ly Get more inspiration below: How to Set Up Your Wedding Registry (Because It's Totally Overwhelming) The Dos and Don'ts of Meeting Your Partner's Parents 12 Things You Can Expect At Your Engagement Party