Your Reception Style

Just like you choose a cake, dress and photographer to fit you and your fiance's taste, you can also choose a reception. Here are the pros and cons of the various reception types, which one are you?

Brunch Reception:

Pro: For brides who love sunrises and breakfast foods, 

brunch weddings are a beautiful thing. They are 

 generally less expensive than evening weddings 

and because of the early start you can enjoy a leisurely 

            rest of your day or get an earlier start on your honeymoon.

            Con: The early start time means less set up time 

and chances are that not all of your guests will be 

          morning people. 

Lunch Reception:

Pro: For brides that want something a little more nontraditional

a lunch reception is perfect. Not only does it have the benefit of

being budget friendly but you can also do creative things like serving

picnic baskets or providing lawn games. 

Con: Guests may feel weird drinking and dancing in the 

middle of the day so expect a more subdued reception. 

Champagne and Cake Reception:

Pro: For brides who want something sweet and simple this is perfect.

This is also a great option for a second, or third marriage where you

want to celebrate but don't necessarily want an extravagant affair. 

Cake and champagne receptions are without a doubt the least expensive.

Cons: Without food your guests probably won't linger 

so it may be over faster than you hope. You may also have to

eliminate some aspects of a more traditional reception.

Cocktail Wedding Reception:

Pro: Cocktail receptions are ultra modern, trendy and stylish. 

The offer a great ambiance that should get guests up and dancing

Without seating assignments guest will be more likely to

mingle and you will also be able to fit more guests if you have smaller space.

Cons: Without a meal guests will be more likely to drink more, 

so it may not save you as much money as you hope. Also, lots of

alcohol with nominal food is a dangerous combination when it comes to

toasts, dancing and most importantly driving. 

Dinner Wedding Reception: 

Pro: A full on traditional dinner reception will make your guests feel

special and well taken care of. It will also appeal more to parents and

grandparents who are probably urging you to follow tradition. 

Con: Dinner receptions are not only expensive but are also usually

more stressful and time consuming to orchestrate. 

I hope this help gives you an idea of what reception best fits you and your fiance's wants and needs!

Happy Planning!!!