If you are a DIY bride, congratulations for making it this far! If you hired a wedding coordinator, good for you too because you will be less frazzled on your big day until the wedding reception Ohio. There are tons of checklists available online when preparing for the reception as it has more elements to manage than the wedding ceremony itself. This is a short article to point you to minor details that can make or break your wedding reception.
Take food for example. Are you considering food allergies? Are you therefore offering a choice of entree to suit every taste? If you elect to have a buffet, do you remember to label each dish so people with allergies can avoid them? Attention to everything is required for the reception, just as much as for the ceremony itself.
Whether you or a professional planner runs the day, you will want good suppliers for the catering. The fare must be fresh and tasty. You also will want to be clear about the guest list and how many people to plan for, including you and the groom. As a meal can be expensive, weigh your options including working with a talented friend who can prepare the cuisine. You can work on the menu together with an eye toward inexpensive but interesting.
Watch out for guests who show up only at the reception. Chances are, you do not have a photo with them at the ceremony because, well, they are not there. Busy guests most often choose to attend the reception because this is the only part of the day that matches their schedule. Because of this, make sure that you coordinate with your photographer that you want to have a picture taken with these special people. The reception if the final opportunity to have these photos taken.
Music creates just the right ambience and the play list should be carefully selected in advance. There are the tried and true wedding tunes, but you can also be imaginative. Pick something special and meaningful to you for the couples' dance. Make it memorable for you and your guests.
Many couples use a host to greet guests and introduce speeches. A good one can set the tone of the party, so choose well. The person should have a congenial personality and not be too intrusive. They will be responsible for introducing the wedding party so they must know the names. People like to socialize during a wedding so keep the program to a minimum. You will create it together with the host so it is just right and represents you appropriately. Be leery of someone who tells corny jokes.
As the bride, you will not want to forget the details, so heed the advice of your planner. They will no doubt tell you to bring a small handbag for essential touch up items you will need through the day. Bring a hankie, too, for those tears of joy. You may carry money for staff tips as well. Don't set it down and forget it.
Prepare flats or slippers and book a massage session before the wedding itself. After all the adrenaline has been used up, fatigue will kick in. The bride and groom will definitely need these after the big day.
Take food for example. Are you considering food allergies? Are you therefore offering a choice of entree to suit every taste? If you elect to have a buffet, do you remember to label each dish so people with allergies can avoid them? Attention to everything is required for the reception, just as much as for the ceremony itself.
Whether you or a professional planner runs the day, you will want good suppliers for the catering. The fare must be fresh and tasty. You also will want to be clear about the guest list and how many people to plan for, including you and the groom. As a meal can be expensive, weigh your options including working with a talented friend who can prepare the cuisine. You can work on the menu together with an eye toward inexpensive but interesting.
Watch out for guests who show up only at the reception. Chances are, you do not have a photo with them at the ceremony because, well, they are not there. Busy guests most often choose to attend the reception because this is the only part of the day that matches their schedule. Because of this, make sure that you coordinate with your photographer that you want to have a picture taken with these special people. The reception if the final opportunity to have these photos taken.
Music creates just the right ambience and the play list should be carefully selected in advance. There are the tried and true wedding tunes, but you can also be imaginative. Pick something special and meaningful to you for the couples' dance. Make it memorable for you and your guests.
Many couples use a host to greet guests and introduce speeches. A good one can set the tone of the party, so choose well. The person should have a congenial personality and not be too intrusive. They will be responsible for introducing the wedding party so they must know the names. People like to socialize during a wedding so keep the program to a minimum. You will create it together with the host so it is just right and represents you appropriately. Be leery of someone who tells corny jokes.
As the bride, you will not want to forget the details, so heed the advice of your planner. They will no doubt tell you to bring a small handbag for essential touch up items you will need through the day. Bring a hankie, too, for those tears of joy. You may carry money for staff tips as well. Don't set it down and forget it.
Prepare flats or slippers and book a massage session before the wedding itself. After all the adrenaline has been used up, fatigue will kick in. The bride and groom will definitely need these after the big day.