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Tips for the perfect wedding receptionWedding planningThe venue checklist * Never be afraid to ask questions and always be firm but remain flexible about what you want, remember its your day. * Make a list of 1 to 10 and take the list with you when looking at venues for the reception to make sure that the venue suits your needs and those of your guests. * Make sure you know the maximum number of people the venue can handle and cater for taking into account any guests which may be only attending the evening party. * Check to make sure that florists and decorators will be able to have access to the venue the day before your wedding. * Check that the venue serves alcohol after hours. * Will the venue be yours exclusively for the day. * Make sure you know exactly what is included in the price and get this in writing, always get a receipt for any deposit that you leave. * Is there ample space for guests to park their cars, remember that more people may attend the night reception. * Is there room for children's entertainment if you have any planned or does the venue offer a crèche for smaller children. * Is there ample safe storage for any wedding gifts. * If you are holding the reception in a hotel Is there a discount for accommodation for your guests. The order of the day * The arrival of the bridal party. * Your guests should be greeted in a receiving line. * Guests are given welcome drinks. * The meal is served. * Speeches are made by the brides father, groom and best man and any toasts are made. * The bride and groom cut the wedding cake. * The bride and groom have the first dance. * The part gets underway. * The bride throws the bouquet to the single girls. * The bride and groom say their farewell. The order of the top table If you are facing the table then traditionally the order of seating from the left is * The chief bridesmaid. * The grooms father. * The brides mother. * The groom. * The bride. * The brides father. * The grooms mother. * The best man. The receiving line Traditionally your guests will be greeted at the door to the reception by a receiving line, this gives them the opportunity to congratulate the couple and also for the couple to thank them for coming and for any gifts they have received. The receiving line should be in the following order * The brides mother. * The brides father. * The grooms mother. * The grooms father. * The bride. * The groom. * The chief bridesmaid. * The best man. Filed under: Wedding planning |
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