Wedding Reception Extras That Elevate Your Celebration

Add personality and style to your celebration with curated wedding reception extras. Your wedding cake topper, centerpiece details, welcome sign and seating cards can all help you create the vibe you want for your big day. Include champagne flutes, mini bathroom products and table booth props on your wedding reception extras checklist as well. Head over to The Knot Vendor Marketplace to find a planner and decorator who can help you with these little details, and your ceremony extras too. Not sure what you need for a wedding reception? We created an extensive list of must-haves and a few fun shoppable items for your soiree.

All the Wedding Reception Extras You Need:

Cake Topper | Cake Knives & Servers | Seating Signage | Champagne Flutes | Guest Book | Bathroom Amenities | Table Numbers | Bar Signs | Games | Photo Booth Props | Reception Stationery | Card Box | Welcome Sign | Favors | Sentimental Photos | Centerpiece Details | Candles | Cocktail Napkins | Editor's Must-Haves

1. Cake Topper

Whether it's a custom creation or flowers that match your color scheme, decorate your wedding cake with a topper that represents you and your partner. The reception extra makes a statement on your dessert and is also a sweet keepsake after your wedding.

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2. Cake Knives and Servers

You can't cut the wedding cake without a knife and server. Purchase a customized set with your names and wedding date. After the wedding, the two of you can use this wedding reception extra over and over in your new home.

3. Seating Assignment Cards or Signage

Whether you go with cards or a sign with each guest's seating assignment, you'll need some way to let family and friends know where they're sitting. Consider including your theme in your place cards with a decorative motif or creative holder.

4. Champagne Flutes

Toast to a lifetime of love with a set of champagne flutes for you and your partner. This wedding reception extra becomes a beautiful keepsake from your wedding day. Bring them out on your anniversary or whenever you want to celebrate together.

5. Guest Book

While some guests may sign your guest book at your ceremony, make sure it goes with you to your reception location as well. If you don't want to use an actual book, there are lots of creative options including a vintage phone to record messages, signing a quilt and leaving well wishes on a rustic wood bench.

6. Bathroom Basket Products

Fill baskets full of wedding reception extras guests may need while partying it up. Items can include gum, antacids, feminine hygiene products, cough drops, tissues and pain relievers. Place one or two baskets in each bathroom depending on your guest count.

7. Table Numbers

This must-have for a wedding reception helps guests find their seats at the reception. Make sure table numbers stand out and are easy to read, or you'll have puzzled guests wandering around as they search for their table.

8. Bar Signs

Let guests know the type of bar you're hosting (open, cash, etc.) with a cute bar sign. This is also the perfect place to describe your signature cocktails.

9. Wedding Games

Entertain guests during cocktail hour and your reception with wedding games. Giant Jenga, cornhole and outdoor games are great options. Or test guests with a trivia game, and treat the winning table to first dibs on the dessert table.

10. Photo Booth Props

You can't have a photo booth without props that bring out the goofiness in your guests. Funny quotes, faux glasses, boas and cute hats are just a few ideas. Hosting a holiday wedding? Bring along festive props that celebrate the season.

11. Reception Stationery

Wedding reception extras you might forget about are the stationery items placed at your tables. Menus map out the evening's cuisine, and programs inform guests of the night's schedule and any special dances or performances. If guests are assigned to a specific seat at their table, you'll need place cards as well.

12. Card Box

Give guests a place to drop off cards during your reception. Pick out a card box that matches your style and get as creative as you'd like. From see-through acrylic styles to Lego varieties, there are lots of fun options.

13. Welcome Sign

Greet guests with a sweet welcome sign as they arrive. This reception extra sets the tone for your celebration and should match the vibe you want for your wedding.

14. Guest Favors

Favors are a wedding reception extra idea that gives guests a way to remember your wedding day. Whether you decide on edible goodies, a cute kitchen accessory or playful temporary tattoos, show your appreciation to family and friends with a thoughtful favor.

15. Sentimental Photos

Honor loved ones who have passed away or are unable to attend the wedding with framed photos at your reception. It's a beautiful way to remember and celebrate with those who could not be there with you and your partner.

16. Centerpiece Details

Incorporate a personal touch among floral centerpieces, or forgo the flowers altogether for a centerpiece that's special to you. We've seen guests get creative with this wedding reception extra. A stack of classic books, vintage lanterns and mini neon signs are all unique reception ideas.

17. Candles

Create a romantic ambiance with candles throughout your reception space. This can include placing candles near your centerpieces, on your venue's fireplace mantle, at the escort card table and even hanging above your reception tables.

18. Custom Cocktail Napkins

Custom napkins are a fun way to add a touch of personalization in your wedding reception extras. Include your names, wedding date, a cute hashtag or a funny phrase on your cocktail napkins.

Wedding Reception Extras to Buy: Editor's Must-Haves

Quirky guest favors, creative centerpiece details and handmade custom card boxes are just a few of our favorite wedding reception extras ideas for your celebration.

Pink and Teal Photo Booth Props

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Strike a pose with a handlebar mustache, team bride sign or a shimmering bow tie with this wedding photo booth prop set. These props arrive fully assembled so you just have to grab and go.

Rustic Adventure Wedding Cake Topper

Photo: The Birchwood Market

An adventure awaits you and your partner. This personalized wedding cake topper is a unique wedding reception extra made with high-quality birch wood.

Movie Reel Centerpiece Detail

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For the film connoisseur couple, theme your reception around your love of movies. Include this movie reel wedding reception extra in your centerpiece or let it stand on its own.

Pet-Themed Wedding Bar Sign

Photo: Zazzle

If your furry friends can't be with you in person, name a signature drink after them. A customized bar sign shows off a picture of your pet and the ingredients of their special libation.

Romantic Autumn Wedding Reception Menu

Photo: Zazzle

Match your reception menu design with your wedding theme, the season or your cuisine. A deep burgundy, gold and floral menu is a stunning reception extra to buy for a fall wedding.

Frosted Acrylic Reception Seating Chart

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A decorative seating chart sign is a gorgeous wedding reception extra that's also functional. Personalize with each table number, guest name and a thoughtful greeting.

Couple Faces Tattoo Wedding Favor

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Give the gift of your smiling faces with a set of comical temporary tattoos. These wedding favors are sure to get a laugh from your guests. Some might even put them on right there at their table.

Custom Floral Card Box

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A beautiful card box not only collects thoughtful greetings from loved ones but can also serve as a keepsake after your wedding day. This wedding reception extra features an intricate floral design and space for personalization.

Gold Scalloped Picture Frame Set

Photo: Michaels

Honor loved ones with a collection of photos at your wedding reception. Choose a set of matching frames for your pictures to create a cohesive look.

Giant Four-in-a-Row Wedding Game

Photo: Amazon

Entertain guests during cocktail hour with yard games anyone can play. This giant four-in-a-row game is a great wedding reception extra for indoor or outdoor play and comes with a handy carrying case.