Wedding Reception

A wedding reception is a social gathering for wedding guests held after the wedding ceremony.http://www.thefreedictionary.com/wedding+reception Wedding receptions offer family members and friends of the bride and groom the opportunity to celebrate with the married couple, offering well-wishes and congratulatory remarks. Often included amongst the honored guests category at wedding receptions is the immediate family and the entire wedding party.

The reception often is the first official function shared by the newly married couple. The reception immediately follows the ceremony and is held at the location desired by the bride and groom. Sites used for receptions often include hotels, community reception halls, parks and family homes.

• Can my guests get to this site with ease?

• Are there sufficient overnight accommodations nearby?

• What do the common areas of the facility look like?

• Are there ample places for my guests to park?

• Are there sitting areas for my guests and members of my bridal party to relax and take a breather from the crowd?

• What is the room itself like?

• What factors affect the price?

• What happens if people come to the reception that do not RSVP?

• Does the site provide alcohol and bartenders?

If attempting to keep up with society trends, this is the top seven trends in wedding receptions:

• Use props that represent the bride as centerpieces
• Black accents are backhttp://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/wedding-reception-planning/articles/wedding-flowers-decor-trends-2010.aspx?page=2
• Colors and textures
• Think metallic
• Lace is back
• Geometric designs offer a modern look
• Cool gray can be hothttp://www.premierbride.com/planning/pb_plan_library_trends.html