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Just Said Yes June 2022

Chill and Relaxed Cocktail Reception

Brandon, on July 12, 2021 at 3:16 AM Posted in Wedding Reception 0 6
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My fiancé and I are wanting to have a more chill and relaxed cocktail reception. It’s going to be in an elegant bar/restaurant with bistro style tables and some lounge seating. Probably no dance floor and DJ, but a string quartet playing pop hits to keep the mood going. Cocktails and heavy hors d’oeurves. And of course, wedding cake. Maybe a toast. Does this sound boring? I’m afraid of boring guests and not making it worth their time.

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Latest activity by Samantha, on July 13, 2021 at 10:04 PM
  • Pirate & 60s Bride
    Legend March 2017
    Pirate & 60s Bride ·
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    It doesn’t sound boring! But how many appetizers per person will there be? What time is your wedding? At a mealtime, there needs to be enough food to be a full meal.
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    VIP July 2017
    Becky ·
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    It sounds great, frankly (to be fair, we didn't do dancing at our wedding either - we went summer garden party feel). Make sure you have enough apps to fill people up (we looked into a heavy hors d'oeuvres reception and discovered it would have cost us *more* than a traditional dinner) - especially since you'll have alcohol. Also, make sure there's a seat for every butt, because it's difficult to juggle personal items (e.g. handbag, cardigan/sweater/pashmina/shawl), a beverage, and a plate of apps while standing around in heels and dress clothes.

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  • Lauren
    Expert July 2021
    Lauren ·
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    My step sister had a wedding like this in New Orleans and we had a great time. She had a tarot card reader and photo booth as well so that there was something to do besides eat and mingle.
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  • KYLIE
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    KYLIE ·
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    I think it sounds lovely! Make sure you have enough food; perhaps in addition to pass apps you could have a live station or two.
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  • Kk
    Devoted October 2021
    Kk ·
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    Definitely make sure you have enough seating for everyone. No one wants to stand for 3+ hours in heels!
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  • Samantha
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    Samantha ·
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    I think that sounds lovely! Just make sure you have enough food and seating for everyone!
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