Every element of your wedding deserves to be what you and your partner have dreamed of. Whether that’s something you’ve had in your head since you were little, or it’s something you’ve discussed with your partner over many romantic meals as you thought about what the future held for you at the time.
A stunning wedding reception should be one that’s memorable and that your guests enjoy as you socialise with your wedding party, take your photos and enjoy a glass of fizz or two. Here are five tips for creating a jaw-dropping wedding reception for your wedding.
Plan it early
First and foremost, make sure you’re planning your wedding early. It’s important that every effort is made to plan the wedding essentials as early on as you can because vendors book up quickly, including the venue.
Not only that, but you want to ensure that all of your wedding guests can attend the wedding; otherwise, you’d be disappointed if some crucial people couldn’t make it for some reason.
Planning your vendors in advance will ensure that your wedding reception is kitted out fully so that every aspect is covered.
Pick the right venue
The venue is a good one to think about and to book in as early as possible. The reason is that, like many vendors, venues will fill up quickly with their availability, and you might end up being disappointed with what’s left if you don’t get in there soon enough.
For the most part, all you’ll need to pay when it comes to securing the venue is a deposit. Venues will vary depending on what percentage of the deposit they require, so it’s useful to have some money saved and ready.
Picking the right venue will ensure that your wedding reception is catered for everything you need and want. From the vibe to the space available, it all matters.
Focus on guest comfort and entertainment
Guest comfort and entertainment are two valuable parts of having a wonderful wedding reception for everyone to enjoy. The comfort element will ensure every guest maximises their time spent at your wedding, so that not everyone is exhausted once they’ve eaten their food at the wedding breakfast.
Make sure there’s plenty of seating about, as well as some form of entertainment to keep them busy while you’re taking photos.
Provide phone charging opportunities
Phone charging opportunities are often something that gets forgotten about, but if you’re looking to have as many memories saved as possible, then phone charges are worth having to ensure everyone has a full battery charge for taking photos, capturing hilarious videos and making sure they get home in one piece.
Make sure the drinks are flowing
To keep the energy of the wedding reception going, make sure that the drinks are flowing. That way, you know you’re going to keep some family members and friends going that would otherwise start to flag. Whether it’s alcohol or fizzy drinks to keep their energy levels up, drinks should be flowing at all times.
With these tips, you can create an enjoyable wedding reception that everyone will remember forever.
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