The wedding ceremony is finally over and the last picture at the ceremony site has finally been taken. It is time to celebrate! The reception is often the aspect of the wedding that receives the most planning. Its also the aspect that receives most of the budget! Below is a short guide to the events at the reception. For more great reception ideas, be sure to visit www.bridalblog.info.
Usually while the wedding party is taking pictures, the guests head over to the reception site. If there is going to be a sit-down dinner and the budget allows, it is very thoughtful and a wonderful idea to have some drinks and hors doeuvres waiting for your guests to enjoy. Depending on the photographer, this waiting period can be up to an hour. In addition to enjoying some refreshments, guests can also sign the guest book and leave gifts on a designated table.
If the reception is buffet in style, many brides and groom opt to allow guests to eat before the couple arrives at the reception. The only issue I have with this practice is that people will often leave before the bride and groom arrive. If you dont want to open the buffet before your arrival, again the beverages and hors...