Category Archives: Reception

Important Traditions for the Reception

Posted on December 3, 2012

There are few traditions that are important for your wedding reception. Probably the most important and most celebrated tradition for your wedding reception is the cake.  The tradition of the wedding cake dates back to early roman times when a … Continue reading →

Some Wedding Thoughts: Details at the Reception

Posted on September 24, 2012

To make the wedding successful, every detail of it should be taken into account. The preparation is obviously extreme that is if you want to impress your guests as well as to include your big day in one of those … Continue reading →

Some Wedding Thoughts: Wedding Reception Seating

Posted on September 21, 2012

Creating your wedding reception hall seating chart can be a long, stressful task. You want to be sure your guests are seated with people they know, to ensure they’ll have an enjoyable time during your celebration. When choosing the seating arrangements … Continue reading →

Choosing the Food for Your Reception

Posted on August 20, 2012

Generally, the food cost can be the most expensive element of the reception.  There are those who believe that if you provide the food, you will save a great deal of money.  But there are additional expenses to consider when … Continue reading →

Proper Etiquette for a Traditional Receiving Line

Posted on July 20, 2012

Most newlywed couples prefer to have the receiving line immediately following the ceremony and not at the reception venue.  Most churches and other wedding sites will have an area large enough to accommodate the traditional receiving line. Based on the … Continue reading →

Everyday Etiquette – Delayed Wedding Receptions

Posted on July 9, 2012

Question: My husband and I were married by our pastor in our church 10/3/11 in the presence of two non-family witnesses. My family is all out-of-town, so we didn’t allow any family. (We wanted to go ahead and get married … Continue reading →

Reception Beverages

Posted on June 29, 2012

You should never consider having a cash bar at your wedding reception unless absolutely necessary.  Your wedding guests should not have to pay for their own drinks.  If you find that you cannot afford to host an open bar reception, … Continue reading →

Wedding Styles: Formal or Informal

Posted on June 11, 2012

Very Formal Wedding Attire: This style of wedding adheres to strict wedding etiquette.  The wedding gown should be elegant and traditional, with a long train and veil in a complementary length for the bride.  6-12 bridesmaids wearing floor-length dresses.  Mothers … Continue reading →

Bride and Groom Chair Signs

Posted on May 30, 2012

Want your chair and your grooms chair to stand out at the reception? It has been popular for many years to have the cloth chair covers with the large fabric bows in your wedding colors tied to the back. This … Continue reading →

How to Save Money on Your Wedding Reception

Posted on March 2, 2012

Using white as your background color for the reception will save you a lot of money. That way, you can incorporate your wedding colors as the “pop” factor. A simple, white covering with a broad band of fabric or ribbons … Continue reading →