What is Place Card?

Place cards are small cards positioned at individual seats indicating where specific guests should sit. Unlike escort cards that only assign tables, place cards assign exact seats. They are typically placed on top of or above the dinner plate, tucked into napkins, or set within place card holders. Place cards are used for formal events where specific seating arrangements matter, such as formal dinners, galas, or wedding receptions where hosts want to control exact seat positions. They often match the event stationery and can range from simple printed cards to elaborate calligraphed or personalized designs.