Reception In San Francisco
San Francisco Reception
The wedding reception is generally considered to be the most fun part of the
wedding. With the official ceremony over, this is the time where everyone can
let loose and celebrate this joyous occasion with delicious food, lively dancing
and elegant decorations. However, making sure that you have the perfect
reception requires a lot of planning and forward thinking. Below are some things
to consider when planning your wedding reception.
Location
Probably the most important decision you will have to make regarding your
wedding reception is its location. Some people choose to have it in the same
location as the ceremony (for example, if the ceremony was held in a hotel, then
the reception might be held in one of the hotel reception rooms), while others
choose a different venue or even have the reception at home. Whatever your
choice, it is imperative that you plan in advance (6 to 9 months ahead of time
is recommended) in order to secure your reservation on a reception location and
to have ample time to prepare for likely the most memorable party you will ever
throw.
Things to keep in mind…
There are hundreds of considerations to make when planning your wedding
reception, but seeing as we cannot possibly name them all, here are a few of the
most important ones to keep in mind.
How many people are you expecting? Often couples invite more guests to the
reception than to the actual ceremony, as there are often restrictions on
numbers of people in churches, synagogues etc. Keep the number of people you are
expecting in mind, especially when considering a location for the event. The
number of people will affect both the feel and location of your reception,
consider it carefully.
What sort of atmosphere are you looking for? Do you want an elegant sit down
dinner with a string quartet, a rock DJ and a dance floor, or a combination of
the two? There are a million different options to choose from that can help you
to create the ambiance you are looking for. Make sure you choose what you want.
Don’t allow yourself to be pressured by the wants of friends and family. It is
your day.
Do you want food to be served at the reception? If so, will it be just hors
d’ouvres or a four course meal? Make sure to let the guests know what to expect
beforehand.
How far is the reception from the ceremony location? Will you need to provide
transportation for your guests?
Are there surrounding accommodations for guests who might need to stay the
night, as well as ways for them to get to and from these locations?
How much do you want to spend? Receptions can range greatly in size as well as
cost. Prioritize what is most important for you to have at your reception and
budget accordingly.
Planning
Depending on your budget and the expected size of your wedding and reception,
you might want to opt for a wedding planner to help you organize your wedding
reception. A wedding planner can help you with big decisions such as the
location of your reception, as well as with smaller decisions, like what to
offer as appetizers, or which flowers should adorn the tables. From dealing with
photographers to caterers to florists to limo drivers, a wedding planner
considers all of the details and takes care of the organizational aspects of the
wedding so you don’t have to.
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