Now that you've got the venues for your ceremony and reception all picked out, (these are perfect times to wear a dazzling Soon to be Mrs Wedding Hoodie), it's time to start planning the details that will make your reception one to remember for the ages!
If you don’t have any reception themes or ideas planned out yet, not to worry: these online resources and tips will not only help you plan out every detail of your reception, but they will also give you fun wedding ideas that will guarantee that your friends and relatives will be talking about it long after you’ve been on your honeymoon!
Plan a Dessert-Only Reception
If you’re looking for a simple way to cut costs while still keeping your guests full and happy, plan a dessert-only reception with an open dessert table. From strawberry shortcake to heaping slices of wedding cake, your guests will fill their tummies on (inexpensive) treats. Additionally, you will save thousands of dollars on your reception, as many dinners can easily cost $20 a head.
Color Theme Receptions
Want an easy way to make your wedding reception an event that will dazzle? Pick one or two colors and dress the room up to reflect your wedding color palette. From the tablecloths to the decorations, having a few colors as the central theme to your reception is a great way to add a touch of sophistication and elegance to your big day. You can even wear fun bride clothing that is theme to the wedding colors.Timing is everything in events. A great wedding event is properly paced, not rushed, and without long delays that sap the energy of the attendees. So you need to have a general idea of the schedule of the event. It is even a good idea to have a run-through of the wedding. One great idea for starting the wedding is to allow guests to meeting in an area with drinks or hors d'oeuvres prior to the wedding ceremony. This allows early guests to socialize without getting bored, while guests that are running late wont miss the event.
A Reception Brunch
Another great way to save on the reception while still having a sophisticated celebration is to have a reception brunch after your ceremony. As a brunch will cost significantly less than a dinner, you will save thousands of dollars on the food, and you can spend this on dazzling rhinestone bridesmaid shirts. Additionally, you may get a better deal out of your reception venue for having your party during the afternoon instead of at night, since they will be able to have another event. This suggestion is ideal for those with smaller weddings, as you won't be able to dance the night away – however, you can get a head start on that honeymoon!
A Candle-Lit Reception
Sometimes you don't need expensive decorations in order to make the kind of impact that you're going for, especially if you're holding an outdoor reception. A candle-lit reception will not only impress your guests – it will cut the overall cost of your reception by avoiding those expensive florist fees and other decoration costs. Simply place lanterns underneath the tables to give a soft glow (make sure it's approved by a safety official first!) and hang lanterns from the trees and tent to give off an ethereal light and atmosphere. It's an elegant way to have your reception stand out without spending thousands on decorations and lighting.
