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The 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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"dummy" ceremony at the reception
Emilia, On June 11, 2018 at 03:35

Hi! We are going to have a small civil wedding ceremony at a local office, which can hold up to 20 people. We are both atheists, so we will not have a church wedding. On the same day as the civil...

Vinod, tuesday 12-Jun-18 6 100
Stephanie
Favourite Dance Songs?
Stephanie, On June 4, 2018 at 02:12

We are not having a DJ so will be creating a playlist for the dance. We will be using Spotify but would like to download the majority of the songs beforehand. What are your favourite dance songs?...

Lynnie, friday 8-Jun-18 4 80
Emily
Reception decor help
Emily, On June 5, 2018 at 09:49

We went to our venue last night and it is beautiful! There are 2 fireplaces in the room where we are hosting our reception. I was hoping you could spam me with ideas for what to do on the mantle. I...

Emily, thursday 7-Jun-18 14 175
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Open Bar Brainstorming 🍷
Keri, On May 30, 2018 at 22:04

Hey everyone! Hoping to pick your brains... Trying to plan the alcohol for our shin dig (we can bring our own, no additional charge) - currently at apprx 80ppl - we’re definitely making our wine (red...

Keri, thursday 7-Jun-18 22 224
Jen
Seated meal coding
Jen, On May 24, 2018 at 10:00

Anybody else doing a sit down meal for their wedding and needing to code your place cards for the catering staff to figure out who has which meal at each table? We have to, so we decided to use these...

Bianca, thursday 7-Jun-18 15 166
Lucy
Multi-course meal selections
Lucy, On May 23, 2018 at 13:18

We're planning to other 3 choices for our main course, but I'm undecided if we should do that for the starter as well. My options are: 1. Offer 3 choices, let the guests pick when they rsvp. 2. Choose...

Bianca, thursday 7-Jun-18 6 198
Joey
Cocktail hour food - stations, passed, or something else?
Joey, On May 18, 2018 at 09:31

I love appetizers and hors d'oeuvres, I think they can be even more tasty and exciting than the main meal! What are you serving for your cocktail hour? How will the food be served? Stations? Photo by...

Kaye, thursday 7-Jun-18 9 441
Lynnie
Geo or Geode: Table Numbers?
Lynnie, On May 23, 2018 at 11:51

These two wedding decor trends are total gems! Whether your style leans more modern with geometric shapes and designs, or more boho-chic and natural (bring on the geodes and crystals!), these rockin’...

Bianca, wednesday 6-Jun-18 16 111
Lynnie
Geo or Geode: Place Cards?
Lynnie, On May 23, 2018 at 11:51

These two wedding decor trends are total gems! Whether your style leans more modern with geometric shapes and designs, or more boho-chic and natural (bring on the geodes and crystals!), these rockin’...

Bianca, wednesday 6-Jun-18 16 109
Lynnie
Geo or Geode: Drink Stirrers?
Lynnie, On May 23, 2018 at 11:52

These two wedding decor trends are total gems! Whether your style leans more modern with geometric shapes and designs, or more boho-chic and natural (bring on the geodes and crystals!), these rockin’...

Bianca, wednesday 6-Jun-18 16 117
Lynnie
Geo or Geode: Cake Topper?
Lynnie, On May 23, 2018 at 11:51

These two wedding decor trends are total gems! Whether your style leans more modern with geometric shapes and designs, or more boho-chic and natural (bring on the geodes and crystals!), these rockin’...

Bianca, wednesday 6-Jun-18 18 110
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Alcohol for reception
Kirsten, On June 2, 2018 at 11:39

I just wanted to get some input on how much alcohol you need for a wedding. We paid corkage at our hotel and are providing our own alcohol. We have 130 guests (20 are children) So far we have: 3 -...

Lyla, wednesday 6-Jun-18 4 129
Cindy
Caricaturist or Photobooth?
Cindy, On May 26, 2018 at 08:16

I'm not sure yet, if it's in the budget but I'd like some sort of entertainment for our guests. We're trying to decide if we would like a photobooth or a caricaturist. Ive done a little research and...

Bianca, wednesday 6-Jun-18 19 242
Stephanie
It's happening to me: Guests not sticking to their rsvp
Stephanie, On June 4, 2018 at 02:27

Every single bride I've talked to said people RSVP'd yes but didn't come or didn't RSVP and did come. Every. Single. Bride. And now, it has happened to me! One guest asked to bring a plus one, which...

Jen, tuesday 5-Jun-18 8 197
Jessee-Lee
Entertainment at the Reception
Jessee-Lee, On February 2, 2018 at 19:47

What are fun things to do for guests who may not be drinkers or dancers? I was thinking photo booth could be fun but only for a short while. ideas?

Lina, monday 4-Jun-18 15 221
Tyanna
First dance
Tyanna, On May 28, 2018 at 01:50

I need some help with first dance songs! Ever since I can remember, I've wanted a specific song to be my "wedding song". It's a country song, but my fiancee does not like country music. I'm trying to...

Bianca, monday 4-Jun-18 14 368
Stephanie
Wedding decor
Stephanie, On May 31, 2018 at 19:21

Harry Potter signHead table & MantleGold animalsEnchanted forest signLetter B for BosHead tablecenterpiecegift tableHey all! Just wanted to post some pictures of my reception from last weekend! It...

Bianca, monday 4-Jun-18 10 171
Suraiya
Flower garlands
Suraiya, On May 23, 2018 at 08:41

It's tradition to give each other garlands at the reception but I can't seem to find any place that sells them in the Montreal area. Anyone know where I can find some?

Vinod, sunday 3-Jun-18 3 64
Emilie
Who is having a brunch reception?
Emilie, On November 9, 2016 at 10:05

Hey amazing brides Most wedding receptions occur during the evening, but brunch weddings can be so much more fun! Are you having a brunch reception? Image: Pinterest

Leah, sunday 3-Jun-18 6 106
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How many people don't have catering at their wedding?
Rosanna, On June 3, 2018 at 07:22

My Fiance's family invite the who village I think hahaha, so they don't have meals at weddings and when I mentioned that everyone does it they think I'm off my rocker. Every wedding I have ever been...

Vinod, sunday 3-Jun-18 11 154
Zoë
Bugspray?
Zoë, On August 2, 2017 at 11:13

Hello, future brides! In Summer it could be that we can get annoyed by Bugs. Who would use this at their wedding? *** pinterest

Marcia, sunday 3-Jun-18 7 64
Lynnie
Mix or Match: Centerpieces?
Lynnie, On February 26, 2018 at 10:58

This week we're asking all about your decor choices, and whether you're into a more matching uniform look or if you're injecting some flair and personality by mixing it up! Let's talk centerpieces!!...

Leah, saturday 2-Jun-18 24 967
Lynnie
Mix or Match: Reception Linens?
Lynnie, On February 26, 2018 at 10:58

This week we're asking all about your decor choices, and whether you're into a more matching uniform look or if you're injecting some flair and personality by mixing it up! What about your...

Leah, saturday 2-Jun-18 21 741
Lynnie
Mix or Match: Reception Tables?
Lynnie, On February 26, 2018 at 10:58

This week we're asking all about your decor choices, and whether you're into a more matching uniform look or if you're injecting some flair and personality by mixing it up! Reception Tables! Are you...

Leah, saturday 2-Jun-18 22 518
Shelly
Non-floral centrepieces
Shelly, On May 25, 2018 at 13:31

Did you have non-floral centerpieces or will you be? Show me pics! Looking for inspiration.

Bonnie, saturday 2-Jun-18 19 244
Jessie
Song ideas
Jessie, On May 28, 2018 at 15:07

Does anyone have any song ideas for mother daughter, and mother son dance?

Nikki, thursday 31-May-18 5 85
Kay
How to Word the Invitation?
Kay, On May 25, 2018 at 07:51

So, my partner and I need some help with the wording of our invitations. We are having a surprise wedding under the guise of a family/friend get together, as my partner's son and his girlfriend and a...

Erin, wednesday 30-May-18 8 105
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Open Bar Cost?
TayCath36, On May 29, 2018 at 00:05

We're going to have red and white wine on each table at our reception. We will also have a bottle of sparkling wine on each table and an open bar as well. Since we are only having 20 guests, I doubt...

Clarissa, wednesday 30-May-18 7 25,000 1
Kacy
Alcohol options for the reception
Kacy, On May 25, 2018 at 06:47

Good morning everyone! My FH and I are planning a brunch wedding for Feb 2019. Given that it’s brunch and that the price of open bar is too high for our budget (50$ pp), we are considering...

Kacy, tuesday 29-May-18 7 116
Joey
So Sweet, or Would Not Eat?
Joey, On May 28, 2018 at 09:48

Get your sweet tooth and your eye for style ready, because this game is all about wedding cakes. Each question will focus on a cake decorating style. You'll tell us whether you love it or whether it...

Brittany, monday 28-May-18 6 151
Lynnie
What's your first dance song?
Lynnie, On August 9, 2017 at 16:05

Happy Wednesday!! There are soooo many song choices to make throughout wedding planning, but choosing your first dance song has to be one of the hardest (or easiest) choices! You want something...

Charmaine, friday 25-May-18 41 1,450
Lynnie
Kids Table: Yea or Nay?
Lynnie, On December 28, 2017 at 11:05

For those of you that are inviting kids to your wedding, are you doing a kids table? Any special ideas for decor or activities? Photos from Pinterest

Marcia, friday 25-May-18 8 1,038

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