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Top Tips for Planning Your Reception.

August 23rd, 2009 by Fay Khoo | Posted in Cultural, Planning & Ideas, Traditional | No Comments

A huge percentage of your wedding budget is spent on your reception party and it’s also the event that consumes the most time after the vows are completed, so it makes sense that you will want to make it perfect. Rather than get overwhelmed by all the things you have to do, steal some tips from the pros on how to work it smart, not hard!

1. Sort out the big jobs first – from choosing your venue or caterer to picking your florist and entertainment, get the big jobs out of the way early so you can focus on details closer to the date.

2. Do sweat the small stuff – details can make your reception party extra special, so go ahead and create a sweet centerpiece instead of a floral arrangement.

3. Make a timeline – mapping out a timeline means you won’t have the 11th hour sweats when you realise you’ve overlooked something.

4. Sign on the dotted line – make sure your vendors all sign agreements and that you know their terms and have read the fine print. *especially this!*

5. Lighting counts – you don’t have to break the bank with a professional lighting expert; instead create a lovely ambience by scattering scented candles around the room, or simply switch harsh white light bulbs for softer amber ones.

6. Select a theme – not only will it make your party easier to plan and decorate, you can also create guest favours and place settings that will lend itself to the story you have chosen for your special day.

7. Make memorable favours – you don’t have to spend big to create memorable favours for your guests. Are you a greenie? Give guests tree seedlings in a customised pouch with a little story about the tree and what it would mean to you for them to plant it.

8. Remember the little ones – goodie bags for the children will go down a treat if you fill it with fun crayons, candy and even stickers.

9. Go the extra mile – details matter, so if you are having a beach reception, consider including sunscreen and mosquito spray in the bathrooms; it may not be glamorous but your guests will love you for it.

10. Less is more – in these trying financial times, it’s tacky to end the night with a massive firework display. Why not opt for thoughtful alternatives like coloured sparklers instead?

Hope that helps!

*Psst. Changed the photo of my heading in the spirit of getting married in another 6 weeks. Lol. Picture: thanks to Style Me Pretty. Edited by yours truly :)