Choosing the Right Flower Arrangement for Your Thanksgiving Event

Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, and choosing the right floral arrangement for your event can set the tone for a memorable celebration. The style of your gathering, seating arrangement, and the flow of your event all influence which floral pieces will create the best atmosphere.

Are you planning a traditional family-style dinner, or are you opting for a modern cocktail-style event? Will your arrangement be moved to make way for the meal, or will it remain as a centerpiece? This guide offers options tailored to a variety of Thanksgiving setups, with unique arrangement recommendations to bring your vision to life.

1. Traditional Family Table (One Big Table or Round)

Style: Typically, family-style gatherings center around one large table, often round or oval, creating an intimate, close-knit ambiance.

Floral Tip: Keep arrangements low to maintain conversation flow. Use abundant, lush greenery and blooms that spread across the table. Think of centerpieces that are visually full but compact, perhaps including small, low-profile pumpkins or seasonal fruits/vegetables for an organic touch.

Our Arrangement Recommendations

2. Long Banquet-Style Tables

Style: Long tables offer a more communal, elegant vibe, especially for larger gatherings.

Floral Tip: Multiple smaller arrangements spaced out evenly down the table are ideal. Use a mix of arrangements, like varied heights of vases and candleholders interspersed with greenery, to create a balanced, visually pleasing effect without crowding the table. This allows for easy interaction and dining. 

Our Arrangement Recommendations:

Frida Kahlo - A lush, vibrant 12-14 inch arrangement with roses, dahlias, orchids, and mums in autumn jewel tones.

3. Cocktail Tables

Style: Perfect for a more casual, mingling-style Thanksgiving event, where guests can enjoy small bites and cocktails while standing or moving around.

Floral Tip: Since these tables are typically small and encourage standing, medium height, or tight arrangements can work well here. Opt for elongated or vibrant seasonal blooms that make an impact without taking up too much space.

Our Arrangement Recommendations: 

Sugarplum fairytale - A striking mix of cymbidium orchids, snapdragons, and flowering quince in raspberry tones.

Fresh Air Fall - A chic arrangement in soft whites and bronzes with mini pumpkins in a gold container for a touch of elegance.

4. Entry Table / Welcome Table

Style: This table makes the first impression as guests arrive, setting the tone for the entire event.

Floral Tip: Create a grand, statement piece to captivate guests as they enter. Use large blooms, branches, and layers of texture. Incorporating a few candles or natural accents like wheat stalks or pinecones will amplify the holiday feel.

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5. Kitchen Counter / Hearth / Accent Spaces

Style: These areas aren’t the main dining space but can enhance the atmosphere and feel like extensions of the tablescape.

Floral Tip: Go for “set the vibe” arrangements that complement the season. Smaller, understated florals with warm hues or natural elements, such as seasonal herbs or dried flowers, create an inviting yet cohesive holiday atmosphere. You could even place a small arrangement near where desserts or drinks are displayed for added festivity.

Our Arrangement Recommendations:

Golden sun - A vibrant, 3-sided arrangement in gold and bronze tones, featuring yellow roses, orchids, and lilies in a silver or green-wrapped vase.

Wild Spice -  A garden-style piece with sunflowers, dahlias, roses, and mixed greenery, designed in a gold-footed dish.

6. Buffet Table

Style: Ideal for serving food in a self-service style, allowing more space at the dining table.

Floral Tip: Opt for arrangements that draw attention and compliment the that food is displayed. Use different display heights of florals and food to create a rich, full, and textured buffet.

Our arrangement Recommendations: 

Floral Harvest: A stunning harvest-inspired centerpiece with fresh fruits like apples, oranges, and grapes alongside autumnal blooms.

Life in Abundance: A bold arrangement in a gold compote bowl with sunflowers, roses, mums, hydrangeas, and dried pods for an abundant, festive look.

7. Modern Table

Style: Clean lines, minimalistic decor, and a sleek, contemporary feel define this setup, often with a neutral or monochromatic color palette.

Floral Tip: Choose arrangements that are simple yet striking. Go for a few minimalist arrangements featuring structured blooms, like orchids, anthuriums, or single-stem florals in neutral or muted tones. Consider low, geometric vases or even sculptural vessels that match the modern aesthetic. 

Our Arrangement Recommendations: 

Jack o Lantern - A modern fall design with mini pumpkins, dahlias, and calla lilies in a contemporary vase.

Cinnamon Twist - A unique arrangement with cymbidium orchids, calla lilies, and a tropical palm for a bold, sculptural centerpiece.

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Choosing the right floral arrangement for your Thanksgiving event enhances your celebration, creating an atmosphere that feels both beautiful and inviting. Each arrangement style brings its own unique charm to your gathering space, helping to set the perfect mood for your Thanksgiving gathering.

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