The perfect wedding reception can be easy to achieve, if you’re willing to put in the planning work. We’re going to talk today about ways to create a memorable wedding reception. Who doesn’t want a wedding that you and each and every one of your guests will remember fondly for a long time to come? So if you’re looking for new ideas or don’t know where to start, read on now and find out more.
5 Tips for a Memorable Wedding Reception
1. Dare to be Different
Why not do things a little differently and take risks when planning your reception? You don’t have to follow the things that other people do and you don’t need to play by anyone else’s rules. You can actually make your wedding reception more memorable and unique by surprising people and doing things a little differently to how they might have seen them done before.
2. Put Extra Thought Into the Seating
It’s important to make sure that the seating at your wedding reception is just right. Making it varied and adaptable is the best way to go. That way, your guests can enjoy the space, both indoors and outdoors, how they want to. There should be tables and chairs for dining but also sofas and more relaxed seating for when people want to socialize and have fun.
3. Create the Perfect Atmosphere with Lighting and Music
The atmosphere (also called “vibe” or “feeling”) of your wedding reception is something that you can express in a variety of ways. But there’s no doubt that the two things that matter most when it comes to the atmosphere you create (and two of the easiest ways to create a specific atmosphere) are the lighting and the music. You can create whatever kind of atmosphere you want if you get those two things right. It could be relaxed or more of a party atmosphere; it’s up to you.
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4. Hire a Cocktail Bar
A cocktail bar could be exactly what your wedding reception needs if you want everyone to be able to let their hair down and have a good time. There are plenty of companies that can offer cocktail bar hire services that’ll provide you with everything that you’re looking for. From fun signature drinks, to just the basics (such as beer and wine), be sure to make the most of them. It’ll be the hub of the evening and provide a lot of fun and enjoyment.
5. Finish it Off with Those Little Decorative Touches
It’s important to pay attention to the little things if the overall image of the reception and what it all looks like really matters to you. You’ll no doubt want to impress your guests the moment they walk through the door, and you do that by paying attention to the details – from the entry table, to the centerpieces and lighting, to the music . . . If you’ve paid attention to the details, everything will look properly planned out and impressive. And you’ll have a memorable wedding reception.
Be sure to make the most of the ideas above if you want to make sure that your wedding reception is one that people won’t forget in a hurry. Every wedding reception should be tailored to the priorities and preferences of the bride and groom, so don’t forget to put your own stamp on yours.
* This is a contributed post
I hope you found these tips for a memorable wedding reception useful! Do you have any other ideas? Let us know in the comments below!
Hearts, Joy, Love!
Jean
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Many couples choose to incorporate themes in their wedding receptions, you have to make sure that it is something that you are excited about because it can be difficult to plan around them. The lighting at a wedding reception should not be too bright or too dark. It should provide the perfect ambiance for guests to enjoy themselves and have a good time. Thank you for sharing this blog with us. It was very interesting to read.
Hi, I completely agree with what you said about lighting. I’m glad you enjoyed this. Please feel free to share.