Wedding reception
Join groupThe wedding reception is where the party really starts. It’s where you and your guests will celebrate your “I dos” with drinking, dancing, mixing and mingling. Find out how to choose the best venue for you, how to decorate it, and of course, how to choose the menu.
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This week's game is dedicated to all of your color choices! What about the table linens at the reception? White? Photo by He Found Her Or Colorful? Photo from SparklePony in Montreal Click here to go...
Last question alert!! What do you think about sparkler exits? Is it overdone, or always worth the photo op?? Sparkler exits... are you into it or over it? Photo by Ryan Coslovich Photography in...
This week we’re talking all about wedding trends! Naked cakes have been the new dessert craze for awhile now! This one may be more determined by how big of a frosting fan you are Naked cakes... are...
This week we’re talking all about wedding trends! Signature drinks have taken cocktail hours by storm! They're a great way to get creative, and also to vary your bar offerings. Are you into it, or...
This week we’re talking all about wedding trends! There are so many ways to incorporate social media into your wedding nowadays - but are you on wedding hashtag overload? Tell us! Wedding hashtags......
This week we’re talking all about wedding trends! How do you feel about mason jar decor? They are definitely a rustic wedding staple on Pinterest! Are you into it or over it? :: Pinterest Click here...
Geode wedding decor took off like crazy recently as a wedding trend, and one place I keep seeing them is on cakes! What are your thoughts on geode cakes? Are you into it or over it ? Cake by 21 Cakes,...
Blush pinks and barely-there neutrals have dominated the wedding color palette scene for awhile now. There's a reason you've seen wedding industry pros pushing bright pops of color and dark moody...
This one's less of a trend and more of a tradition that some people are deciding to do away with! How do you feel about the bouquet and garter tosses? Are these still an essential wedding tradition to...
Donuts themselves will never be out of style as a dessert - because they're delicious, duh! But how do you feel about the donut wall trend that has taken over pinterest? Are you into it or over it? 🍩...
How do you feel about personalized koozies as wedding favors? These have been a wedding staple for awhile now - but they're starting to get pushed out of the top spot by favors that are edible and...
Hello everyone my fiancé and I trying to decide if we need premier lighting for our wedding reception . Who has one , who doesn’t and if it’s even necessary?
Will your wedding cake be a lavish, towering masterpiece? Or will you keep it sweet and simple? Are you splurging or saving on the wedding cake? Photo by A Slice of Art in Red Deer >>Click here...
Hi everyone! My fiancé and I are tying the knot next July and we've booked all the essentials so far, and now we're looking at all the details, large and small. We want to have a fun wedding and we're...
Who has chosen a homey venue for their wedding? Whether you're getting married at home, on family property, or at a house you'll be renting, we want to hear about your home wedding. What about a home...
Between your ceremony and reception, what will be on offer for your guests to enjoy? Cocktails? Hors d'oeuvres? Entertainment? Are you splurging or saving on your cocktail hour? Photo by Pocketful...
So we each have a niece that will still be quite young (2&3) when we get married next summer, plus one of my bridesmaids has younger kids(1,6,10). I want our brothers and their wives along with my...
Hi Everyone. I may be asking for trouble as I've seen other forum posts where people went crazy about this topic. I'll be as thorough but as to the point as possible. We will be having an outdoor...
Hi Brides! We are looking at renting a classic car to get us from the ceremony to the reception and take some cute pictures with it! All the car rental companies will only rent out vintage cars with...
I'm honestly losing my mind. It's 11 days to the wedding. My parents decided to tell me today that my uncle and grandma can actually make the wedding (1% of me is like yay I love my grandma, but 99%...
Hello again! We are in the midst of deciding our bridal party and we have landed on 5 bridesmaids and 5 groomsmen. Now, being that my knowledge in planning anything - let alone a wedding - is pretty...
Anyone here not doing a cocktail hour? Thoughts/benefits.....etc. We are considering not doing one so we are in need of advice. Thanks.
Don't mind me. Planning early again. Between now and our wedding, there will (hopefully) be at least 3 new children around. One will be ours, another will be the maid of honor and best man's, and the...
What's your seating style? Will you be sitting at sweetheart table just for two? Or will you sit with your whole wedding party at a head table? Sweetheart Table? Photo from Moments by Madeleine...
Have you made any menu additions that have special significance for you and your partner? A reference to your first date? A treat you like to make together? A cake that reflects a shared interest?...
This week we're talking about food, glorious food! Finally, perhaps the trickiest part of catering a wedding is dealing with special dietary needs. Whether it's diets, allergies, kids menus, or other...
Final question!! Is your style more sweet or savory? Would you rather have a dessert table full of sweet options, or savory late-night snacks? Dessert Table? Photo from Epiphany Events & Design in...
This week we're talking about food, glorious food! Will your guests enjoy some snacks during your cocktail hour? What have you selected? Are you going for passed hors d'oeuvres or appetizer stations?...
Time for a sweet showdown!! Which type of icing do you prefer: fondant or buttercream? Fondant? Photo by Jessica Cooper Photography Or Buttercream? Photo from Cakeity Cakes in Aurora, ON Next...
Will you have plated dinner service, or a buffet? What's your serving style?? Plated? Photo from Shangri-La Hotel Vancouver Or Buffet? Photo from Quality Hotel & Conference Centre in Abbotsford,...
What's your seating style? Will your guests grab an escort card with their table assignment, or are you displaying everything on a big seating chart? Escort Cards? Photo from Chic by Nicole Event...
