Wedding Reception Ideas

wedding reception ideasYour ceremony will be beautiful but when people think of your wedding, they will generally think of the reception. Receptions can be anything from a small afternoon brunch to a lavish and grand affair but whatever kind of reception you choose to have, there will be lots to do for it! You will need to decide on a venue, decorating ideas, receiving lines, and toasts. And that's all before you even get to the food! Receptions are events that take a lot of planning, no matter the size or formality of the event and it's very easy to become overwhelmed. Here you'll find all the things you'll need to know from the receiving line to the last dance and everything in between so when it's time to party, you're ready to celebrate instead of just being glad it's all over!

 

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Refreshing Prices: 3 Ways to Save on Drinks

It’s astonishing how much money drinks can take up within that budget. Thankfully it’s an easy area to cut your costs. Here are three easy ways to save on drinks at your wedding! Comments (0) Read More...

The Soundtrack to Your Life: Finding the Right DJ

Music can make or break your wedding reception. If you have chosen to go with a DJ, it’s an excellent choice. A good DJ can play a variety of different kinds of music and they are often quite cheaper than hiring a live band. A bad DJ can be a fiasco. Find the right DJ for you in a few simple steps. Comments (0) Read More...

Cutting the Cake, Cutting the Costs

Before wedding planning you probably couldn’t imagine agonizing so much over a cake. You need to decide the flavor, the design, any decorations, the kind of icing, and then you have to pay for it all. Wedding cakes, like everything else with the word wedding attached, don’t come cheap. Try these great ways to cut the cost of your cake. Comments (0) Read More...

The Soundtrack to Your Life: Choosing a Band

Live bands can bring energy and life to a reception. Your guests will find the presence of the band memorable. Choosing a band can be one of the most fun parts of wedding planning. Before you get swept away in the music, make sure that you pick the right band to prepare the soundtrack to your life. Comments (0) Read More...

A BYOB Wedding: Buying the Right Quantities

Most people who supply their own alcohol at their wedding tend to err on the side of caution and buy too much. This is generally a good principle but there are some general guidelines to follow so you don't end up buying far too much or far too little. Comments (0) Read More...

A BYOB Wedding: Choosing the Right Drinks

Bringing in your own drinks is a great way to save money on the bar at your wedding. Choose the right drinks and it can be not only economical but classy and elegant too. Work out the details to properly determine if bringing in your own alcohol is going to save you as much as you think. Comments (0) Read More...

Band or DJ? We Help You Choose

The entertainment is going to play a huge role in your reception so weigh your options carefully. Here are some things that you may want to consider before you decide if you are going to have a band or a DJ provide entertainment at your wedding. Comments (0) Read More...

The Top 5 Ways to Save on Wedding Music

Wedding music is one of those aspects where, if you take careful short cuts, you can save money without anyone ever being the wiser. Here are five ways to do it. Comments (0) Read More...

7 Signature Cocktail Options

A signature cocktail can add an extra touch of elegance to your wedding reception. It’s a good idea to reflect your wedding’s theme and colors in your cocktail, allowing it to blend in seamlessly. Comments (0) Read More...

Bar Structure Basics: Tasty Drinks, Smart Tips

You don't want to be in debt for the next five years just because of the drinks at your wedding. There's a fine line and finding a balance can be difficult. Here are some smart ways to let your guests enjoy themselves without spending everything you have. Comments (0) Read More...

The Top 5 Things To Look for in a Caterer

Not only is food one of the biggest costs but it is also one of the things that guests will remember the most. Picking the right caterer is critical. Here are the five things to look for in a caterer. Comments (0) Read More...

The Icing on the Cake: Four Frosting Choices Explained

When you first go to your baker, they are likely to toss numerous terms at you that you may not understand. Who ever knew that cake could be so complicated? These include the different types of icing. These are the four major different types of wedding cake frosting. Comments (0) Read More...

The Wedding Reception

One of the first things you'll think about after becoming engaged, and maybe even before that, is what your wedding reception will look like, from the vaguest venue to the minutest floral detail. But every detail takes great planning and before you become stressed at the mere thought of it all, take a deep breath and look at how the wedding reception works. It will

Wedding Reception Food Ideas

There are so many choices for not only what kind of food you serve at your reception but also the type of meal you choose to serve. The type that you choose will be determined by what kind of wedding you are having, the tone of the reception and of course, your wedding budget. Here you’ll find many options for serving food at your reception,

The Wedding Cake

Maybe you've dreamed of the traditional 4-tiered wedding cake with butter-cream icing your whole entire life or maybe you want something completely unique and unusual, your wedding cake is definitely something you want to give a lot of thought to as not only is it the main dessert at your dinner but it’s also one of the main events! Here are some top tips

Wedding Table Decorations

Wedding table decorations can be as simple or as elaborate as you would like and now is a great chance to get really creative! If you are short on ideas as to how to decorate your wedding tables, look no further, we have plenty to get you started!

Wedding Bar and Beverage Options

You may be most intimidated about thinking about the food you will serve at your wedding but once you've decided that you will have to decide on what kind of bar you want as well as what kinds of drinks to serve. There are many options so don't think you're locked into a cash or open bar!