Some Reception Thoughts

26. September 2008 by Jen.

We are always asked about ideas for receptions.

We have answered lots of questions from

brides who wonder what to do. Feel free to stop

in and ask any of our experienced consultants for

their help. Here are some of the questions we

are asked.

How can I handle guests who respond to the

invitation and state on the reply card that the

number planning to attend is larger than the

number invited?

If you truly can’t handle the additional guests,

we suggest that you turn to your maid of honor

or a tactful bridesmaid. Ask her to call the guests

and explain that the bride would love to extend

her guest list, but unfortunately it is impossible.

The reason? Budget concerns or space already

filled. If the person is offended – and some will

be – they are not true friends. After all, they were

the ones who have overstepped the etiquette

boundaries. Often, the “extras” are uninvited children.

To avoid this situation, the reception card

should read, “adults only reception”. Emotions

are involved in these situations;so don’t get upset

if people sometimes act rudely.

Everyone seems to have an opinion about what

I should and shouldn’t do at my wedding. How

can I please so many different people?

We suggest that you do not try to impress anyone.

Long after the event is history, it will be

your creativity and warmth that are re m e mbered,

not the suggestions that you did not

follow. Have pots of your favorite flowers as

table centerpieces, serve local specialties, label

tables with your favorite places or hobbies, assign

singles to a partner, place nibbles at strategic

places, and be generous with warm greetings.

The success of your reception depends on

efforts to create warm hospitality.

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