Why glasses are important, no not for seeing, for drinking!
- Wave Staffing Editor
- 4 days ago
- 3 min read
Elegant glassware is one of the simplest ways to lift a wedding from “nice” to truly memorable, and Wave Staffing’s teams work with Oxford Event Hire’s ranges to do exactly that for couples across Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds.
Thoughtful choices around wine glasses, Champagne flutes and tumblers also make service smoother, photos better, and the whole guest experience feel more polished.
Why glassware matters at weddings
Glassware frames every key drinks moment: reception fizz, toasts, wine with dinner and late-night cocktails, so consistency of style has a big impact on the look of the day.
The right mix of glass types keeps bars flowing efficiently, reduces breakages and helps staff deliver professional, unflustered service throughout the event.
Hiring from a specialist such as Oxford Event Hire means access to premium glassware plus delivery, collection and a “return dirty” service, which saves caterers and couples time and stress.
Oxford Event Hire glass ranges
Oxford Event Hire stocks thousands of covers of glassware, giving Wave Staffing the flexibility to support everything from intimate barn weddings to large marquees. Their core glass collections for events include:
SAVOIE Range – classic, versatile wine and Champagne glass shapes that suit traditional hotel, marquee and college weddings. Ideal when you need large volumes without compromising on elegance.
ELITE Range – a sleeker, more contemporary line for modern, design‑led weddings where couples want clean lines and a refined stem profile for photography and tablescapes.
CRYSTAL CUT Range – patterned, cut-style glassware that adds texture and sparkle; perfect for vintage, art‑deco or luxury country house weddings wanting a more decorative tablescape.
Working with these ranges, Wave Staffing can match glass style to venue architecture – from Oxford colleges to Cotswold barns – so bars, tables and tray service all feel cohesive.
Matching glasses to key wedding moments
Each stage of a wedding day benefits from a slightly different glass selection, both for aesthetics and practicality. Typical choices Wave Staffing recommends and staffs for include:
Arrival & reception
Champagne flutes for welcome fizz and the couple’s first photos, often drawn from the Savoie or Elite ranges depending on theme.
Highball or tumbler glasses for signature cocktails and soft drinks, keeping bar service quick while maintaining a smart, uniform look.
Wedding breakfast
Red and white wine glasses from the Savoie or Elite ranges, sized to fit the chosen wines while leaving room to swirl.
Water glasses or goblets at every place setting to keep tables looking complete and ensure guests are comfortable through longer dinners.
Toasts & speeches
A dedicated Champagne flute per guest so speeches and toasts look coordinated in photos and video.
Extra flutes held back on the bar, so late arrivals or top‑ups before the speeches are seamless rather than improvised
Evening reception & bar
Tumblers and highballs for mixed drinks and spirits, plus beer glasses if serving draught or bottled lager and ales.
Statement Crystal Cut glassware for premium cocktails or a VIP bar area, adding a sense of occasion for high‑end or celebrity guests.
How Wave Staffing adds value
Glassware only reaches its full potential when supported by skilled bar and floor teams who understand volume, pacing and presentation. Wave Staffing’s event professionals work alongside Oxford Event Hire’s equipment to deliver:
Correct glass‑to‑guest ratios: typically allowing at least one glass per guest per drink type, plus a buffer for breakages and glass changes as the event flows.
Intelligent bar set‑up: zoning flutes, wine glasses and tumblers so staff can work quickly during peak moments such as post‑ceremony drinks and the first dance.
Polished tray and table service: staff trained to handle fine stemware safely, replenish water and wine discreetly, and maintain tidy bar fronts throughout the event.
Because Oxford Event Hire provides delivery, collection and a free “return dirty” service, Wave Staffing can focus its teams entirely on guest experience rather than back‑of‑house washing logistics. This partnership allows caterers, planners and venues to offer couples a seamless, premium drinks service without having to manage glassware and staffing separately.
Planning your wedding glassware with Wave
For planners, venues and couples booking in Oxford, Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds, the most effective approach is to plan glassware and staffing together from the start. Wave Staffing can:
Advise on the most suitable Oxford Event Hire ranges (Savoie, Elite or Crystal Cut) based on guest numbers, service style and wedding aesthetic.
Build staffing plans – bartenders, wine waiters, runners and supervisors – around those choices, ensuring enough hands on deck to keep every glass topped up and every bar looking immaculate.
To discuss an upcoming wedding, corporate event, or venue partnership, you can reach Oxford Event Hire for product details and availability, and Wave Staffing to design the staffing and service plan that brings that glassware to life on the day.
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