Table etiquette has been appreciated for all time since it was invented. Properly observed wedding table the setting, the elegance of the guests and not touching taboo topics - all this will create a festive and pleasant atmosphere, which the guests will want to experience again. And yes, wedding table etiquette is not just a table setting. They are also manners, gestures and topics of conversation.  Because what does the label mean - it is behavioral and a set of politeness norms. Let's take a look at the most important points of wedding table etiquette!

A properly set table

Although it may seem self-evident, it is always good to remember the simple and essentially ergonomic arrangement in which utensils – knives, forks, spoons, – the most likely tools to be used are located further from the plate. Closer the utensils that will be needed at the end of the meal are arranged on the plate. Place the knives on the right side of the sharp plate side towards the plate, and the forks - on the left, placed in line with the bottom edge of the plate. It is also placed similarly glasses – next will be the glass you will use first.

In order for the guests to feel comfortable, free and undisturbed, the distance between the guests' plates should be at least 60 centimeters.

A finer and more festive overall impression, as in other holidays, can be supplemented with tablecloths and silver candlesticks, as well as, choosing high-quality and elegant dishes, for example, made of porcelain.

A wedding is the event that is too solemn to fit paper napkins. The reason is quite simple - used paper napkins look unaesthetic in the yard. cloth napkins are used at weddings, which placed for each guest on the plate or on the left side of it. If you need to wipe your mouth, do not rub the tissue along your lips, but rather dries the mouth by gently pressing the napkin to it.

Sometimes a question may arise, how to serve drinks neatly. Bottles of alcoholic beverages for a wedding placed on the table only on a tray or in an ice bucket, and it is especially important to prepare each drink before serving at the most suitable temperature.

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Conduct etiquette

There is a very simple rule that will enable everyone to observe proper table manners - observe such a pattern of behavior that will not disturb others and will make everyone at the table feel pleasant and comfortable. Appropriate table manners are one of the ways we show respect to other guests and to ourselves. But of course there are also generally accepted specific etiquette recommendations to follow - sit with a straight back, palms away from the table, properly sitting on the chair, not just on its edge - without squatting or pushing up with elbows against the table. There is only part of the palm on the table.

The mobile phone must not be placed on the table - it is a show of disrespect towards other guests and conversation members. It should be noted that during the festive meal, the sound of the telephone must be turned off. All and sundry attention this time given to the newlyweds.

Table etiquette plays an essential role in conversation . It will not be polite to discuss the peculiarities of eating at the festive table, diets and finances, especially questions related to the cost of organizing a wedding and festive table.

Author of the article: IEVA KRASTIņA

Photo: MIKS SCHEL

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