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Alcohol or Dry Wedding?

Kayla, on December 14, 2017 at 10:57 AM

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I am debating whether or not to have alcohol at our reception. At first I was planning an evening with an open bar, then an early afternoon with champagne and maybe one signature drink. But the more I think about it, we don't have any super big drinkers in our family, it's at like 2 in the...

I am debating whether or not to have alcohol at our reception. At first I was planning an evening with an open bar, then an early afternoon with champagne and maybe one signature drink. But the more I think about it, we don't have any super big drinkers in our family, it's at like 2 in the afternoon. And I'm terrified I'll put down a ton of money for bar tending, security, and alcohol that no one will drink. I can think of other things I'd rather spend that money on, but I don't want to seem cheap and I don't think I've ever been to a dry wedding before. Help!

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  • OGJessieJV
    Master July 1867
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    @Susan-Have you been to a party? Like a real party? I have alcohol at my son's birthday parties for the adults, because...children.

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  • LillyBean17
    Master October 2017
    LillyBean17 ·
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    Here we go with the "if you can't have fun without alcohol, you have a bigger problem" comparisons.

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  • Talia Willner
    Talia Willner ·
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    I'm just here to say I can't believe how wildly popular bananas in toilets seems to be, based on a quick Google image search


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  • LillyBean17
    Master October 2017
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    Talia lmao, you learn something new every day.

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  • Mrsbdg
    Champion August 2017
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    @Talia You are the real MVP

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  • OG Kathryn
    Champion May 2016
    OG Kathryn ·
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    Talia-


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  • ISaidHallYes
    VIP November 2018
    ISaidHallYes ·
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    Yes!!! I would like to thank the WW for finally giving me an idea! These will be served as my wedding favors on my dessert table. Boom!


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  • OG Kathryn
    Champion May 2016
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    A well hosted wedding.


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  • Brianna
    VIP May 2018
    Brianna ·
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    @Talia oh my gosh, there's an actual picture of it!

    I went to a dry wedding recently, and no one was dancing except for the BMs and bride/groom. So yes, alcohol usually helps to keep the party flowing.

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  • Future Mrs. G
    VIP February 2018
    Future Mrs. G ·
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    If my BAM doesn't have someone bobbing for bananas in the toilet than it will have all been for nothing!

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  • Mrsbdg
    Champion August 2017
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    @Susan Coming from the great state of Massachusetts where pot is legal may I show you this??? https://www.theatlantic.com/amp/article/516447/

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  • Talia Willner
    Talia Willner ·
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    @TRJ page 4 had an interesting point RE dry weddings and high-potassium fruits in restrooms

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  • Red Queen
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    Red Queen ·
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    This board seems to thrive on drama, so why not?

    Pass the popcorn.

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  • OG Kathryn
    Champion May 2016
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    FMG- I am wondering if my wedding even counts since there was no bobbing for bananas.

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  • Future Mrs. G
    VIP February 2018
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    Poor hosting on your part OGK.

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  • Mrsbdg
    Champion August 2017
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    Why is alcohol looked at as something that is so evil? Is it because it's expensive?

    If a decent number of guests enjoy tea in the evening to help them unwind and relax wouldn't you want to provide that for them? When my husband's Argentinean friends come over I grab Yerba mate despite hating the way it tastes. I want them to feel welcomed special and comfortable. Why would a wedding be any different?

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  • Celia Milton
    Celia Milton ·
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    Or as my dog would call it, "the punchbowl"....

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  • OGJessieJV
    Master July 1867
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    I feel that I'm not taking full advantage of the open bars at all the events that I go to as I have never witnessed a banana in the toilet.

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  • bluevelvet
    Devoted October 2017
    bluevelvet ·
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    "Why is alcohol looked at as something that is so evil? Is it because it's expensive?"

    @Mrs BdeG: Maybe? But people will shell out for prime rib, photo booths and other things so why not the drinking?

    Anyone who has not seen a banana in a toilet clearly did not have a good time in college. Go University of Wisconsin-Superior Yellowjackets!!!

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  • OGJessieJV
    Master July 1867
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    LOL I was Queen Frosh, but I've never seen a banana in a toilet. Maybe it was after my time.

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