We are thinking of a 2:00 wedding. This would put our reception at about 3-3:30. What are some good ideas. Its in between meals so I was thinking a champaign and dessert type reception. Something intimate&romantic, not stressful and big. Anyone have any experiance with this or have any ideas.
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You don't need alcohol or a DJ for an afternoon reception, although you certainly can have them if you want to create a more party-type atmosphere. Most afternoon receptions only last about 2-2.5 hours though, as people will leave to go get dinner later.
One thing to consider is how much are people travelling? I am taking into account the times people may be able to have lunch or something to eat before the ceremony. Local people could eat lunch at noon and therefore be ok with a dessert reception or apps and dessert at 3pm,. However, much of Fi's family is going to have to leave their town by 11am to ensure they are in our city in time, which means by 3pm they are going to be 5 hours out of their last meal and would probably be miffed they just drove 2-2.5 hours for snacks.
But we are having a full length reception, with several OOT guests. If you have mostly local guests, and having a reception of only 2 hours, apps & dessert would be fine. But if you are doing drinks & dancing and a full length reception, you need to provide more of a meal.
What about something more along the lines of a garden party or formal tea? Things like finger sandwiches, fruit plate, some desserts, crackers/cheese, tea, lemonade, etc would probably go over well and it would make sure there was something for everyone, including the diabetics and those who are watching their figure.
[QUOTE]I've had a similar concern. To save money we want to have an afternoon wedding (12-4) but am concerned that people won't want to drink and dance. Has anyone gone to weddings at this time of day and found that people are less willing to drink, dance, and party?
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Not in my circle. We do not look at to clock to determine when it's time to drink and dance.
My sister's wedding was from 12-5. 15 years later it's still one of my favorite weddings.
Try to include some protein if you're doing a dessert reception; I know I personally start feeling sick if I eat nothing but sugar. A spread of cheeses, crackers, and maybe some nut butters would be a great addition.
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Sometimes I feel like people think that brides are delicate little flower princesses who get all dressed up and pretty for one special moment of their dreams, when really they're just normal people who just happen to be getting married. Things shouldn't have to be sugar-coated for grown-ass women. -mstar284
I was thinking more lounge type. I'm thinking light finger foods, desert, beer and wine and non-alcohole bevs. The thing I am concerned about is I know we will want to do a first dance but probably wont do the whole DJ thing, so I have to figure out how you include that.
We are doing this time and type of reception bc the venue I want is only available in the afternoon.