Both of you have said I do and now it’s time to celebrate with your nearest and dearest. The reception goes by in the blink of an eye, so it’s normal there might be a few things you just might forget to do during the party. Here are six things you should try to remember to do for a truly memorable reception.
1. Spend time alone as a couple. Yes, you do have to pay attention to your guests, but don’t forget to have some one-on-one time with your new spouse. Take time during the cocktail hour to enjoy a cocktail and some food just the two of you–it might be the only 'couple' time you get for the rest of the event!
2. Take a look at the reception space. Before your guests file into the reception space, you want to get a view of the room all decked out in your wedding day décor. It’s a moment where you can really enjoy all of the hard work you put into planning all of the little details (flowers, place settings, etc.) and see how it paid off.
3. Eat. This is one of the biggest complaints–you spend all that time (and money) choosing the perfect wedding day menu, and then you don’t even get to enjoy it. Most of the time you are served first in the buffet line or for a sit-down meal. You may miss eating the appetizers served during the cocktail hour so make sure your caterer provides a sampling for you to enjoy when you get to your seat at the reception.
4. Dance. Don’t forget to hit the floor during the reception. Don't get caught up with mingling the whole time with your guests.
5. Change into comfy shoes. You don’t have to stay in your heels the entire day. Bring a comfy pair of fashionable flats if your feet really start to hurt you during the party. And hey, it’s better than going barefoot.
6. Thank your parents and wedding party. Whether you do it privately or make a toast during the reception, don’t forget to thank the people who really helped make this dream day a reality.
1. Spend time alone as a couple. Yes, you do have to pay attention to your guests, but don’t forget to have some one-on-one time with your new spouse. Take time during the cocktail hour to enjoy a cocktail and some food just the two of you–it might be the only 'couple' time you get for the rest of the event!
2. Take a look at the reception space. Before your guests file into the reception space, you want to get a view of the room all decked out in your wedding day décor. It’s a moment where you can really enjoy all of the hard work you put into planning all of the little details (flowers, place settings, etc.) and see how it paid off.
3. Eat. This is one of the biggest complaints–you spend all that time (and money) choosing the perfect wedding day menu, and then you don’t even get to enjoy it. Most of the time you are served first in the buffet line or for a sit-down meal. You may miss eating the appetizers served during the cocktail hour so make sure your caterer provides a sampling for you to enjoy when you get to your seat at the reception.
4. Dance. Don’t forget to hit the floor during the reception. Don't get caught up with mingling the whole time with your guests.
5. Change into comfy shoes. You don’t have to stay in your heels the entire day. Bring a comfy pair of fashionable flats if your feet really start to hurt you during the party. And hey, it’s better than going barefoot.
6. Thank your parents and wedding party. Whether you do it privately or make a toast during the reception, don’t forget to thank the people who really helped make this dream day a reality.