The Best Table Skirt

Buying Guide

When it comes to special event décor or sprucing up an old table at home, a table skirt is the way to go. As the name suggests, a table skirt is much like the clothing item namesake, except it goes around the table instead of your waist. Typically, the top of the table remains uncovered, where you can place a matching table cloth, while the table skirt wraps completely around the perimeter of the table so it covers the legs. You can also find table skirts that have a table cloth attached at the top, so it’s one piece.

Table legs aren’t exactly beautiful and eye-catching, so a table skirt can be used to make the tablescape look more attractive. When it comes to special events like weddings, birthday parties or conferences, it’s important for the décor to really shine. In addition to hiding spindly table legs, table skirts provide much-needed storage space. Once the legs are securely covered, you can hide unsightly supplies underneath the table, so you have easy access during the special event. The table skirt is also a great place to hang signs, banners, lights or other visual enhancements to complete the look of your table.

If you have furniture at home that no longer matches the other pieces you have, using a table skirt is a good way to incorporate them in. You can purchase a table skirt in a matching fabric and style to your upholstery so that you can continue to use the existing furniture you have. You can also embellish a table skirt with beads, buttons, trim, borders or embroidery to further align it with your home décor.

• Just like tables, table skirts come in different shapes and sizes. For round tables, you’ll find table skirts that state the diameter of the table as the key measurement. This way, you can make sure that the table skirt will fit the table you have. For rectangular or square tables, you’ll find table skirts that list the length and width measurements. This is particularly important to check for in table skirts that also include a table-top covering. You’ll also want to note the height of your table and ensure that your table skirt is long enough to cover the full measurement. Otherwise, you’ll have an unsightly gap between the floor and the end of the table skirt.
• Table skirts are available in a number of different materials, including polyester, spandex and tulle. One of the key benefits of a polyester table skirt is that it doesn’t absorb liquids, so it’s perfect for children’s birthday parties or events where there will be food and drinks. Linen and spandex are great choices for table skirts if you have an odd-shaped table or have a table that’s not the same size as the skirt. The stretchiness of the fabric ensures that you can use the skirt on multiple table shapes and sizes. Tulle and sequined fabrics provide an extra level of glamour and style to a dull or unimpressionable table.
• When it comes to style, there are three key ones. Fitted table skirts wrap around tightly to the table perimeter and legs, without any extra fabric. Shirred table skirts have fabric that is gathered at the top of the skirt, so it creates a flowy appearance towards the bottom. Pleated table skirts, on the other hand, have fabric that is doubled on itself and stitched together into place. It is perfect for formal events.