Thinking of having an afternnon wedding? Something to go through the night? or an early morning of vows?
Brunch Reception
An early ceremony with a reception that follows before lunch. The best part of a brunch reception is all the sweets you can serve! You can serve a buffet or stations with omlettes and pancakes.
Quiche
Muffins/donuts/bagels/pastries
Fresh Fruit
Pancakes, French Toast, Waffles
Omlette
Pros
~ The type of food you will serve is inexpensive
~ You don’t have to serve alcohol (unless you do mimosas or bloody marys)
~ You can leave for your honeymoon after or have an after party to spend more time with family and friends
Cons
~ You have to get up early
~ Less time to get ready
Afternoon Tea
An early afternoon ceremony followed by a light meal with tea. An afternoon tea traditionally comes with finger foods like little sandwiches and scones.
Petit fours
eclairs
tartlets
finger sandwiches
scones
cookies/brownies
Pros
~ The type of food you will serve is inexpensive
~ You don’t have to serve alcohol (unless you do mimosas or bloody marys)
Cons
~ This type of reception can be “girly”
Late Lunch
This is perfect if you don’t want a late evening for you or your guests. You can serve a meal but it can be smaller than if it were dinner.
Salad
Sandwiches
Fruit/Veggies
Chicken Dish
Mexican fiesta
Turkey Dish
Pros
~ Gives you more time to get ready
~ Smaller meals than a dinner reception
~ The same feel of a big night reception with a little less expense
Cons
~ You will have to figure out what to do after it’s over because it won’t be late enough to end the day
Evening Reception
The tradional way it’s done. The ceremony in the afternnon and a big lengthy reception into the night! You can serve dinner or have a buffet and your guests will know you went all out.
Pasta Dish
Chicken Dish
Carving Station
Salad
Fruits/Veggies
Seafood
Fondue
Steak
Multiple Courses
Pros
~ You have all day to get ready
Cons
~ Can be expensive
As a bride you should pick the option that best fits the needs and personalities of you and your groom. There are so many ways to to have a wedding and to celebrate with your friends and family. Some others you might consider: picnic reception, heavy hor’devours and dessert reception, champagne and dessert reception, Carnival/Circus reception.
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