Postpone Reception Tips During Covid-19?

Hi Christie,

I'm truly sorry that you're going through this. Postponing your wedding is not an easy decision, and it's tougher when it's not your call.

Obviously, you are NOT alone right now. There are several ongoing discussions on the subject of having two events (ceremony now, reception later OR elopement now, full wedding later). Check these out:

Covid-19: Marriage now, wedding later?

Covid19 Brides still getting married on original date?

Small ceremony now, big wedding later

Etiquette in the time of coronavirus?

I'm Eloping because of Covid-19.. can i still do all of the traditional events?

The bottom line is that you should do exactly what feels right for YOU. I bet you know what you want deep-down, and discussing it with your partner should help. I'm wishing you the best of luck with your new plan, whatever it may be!

In this boat and excited about our backyard elopement situation. Still doing cake, florals, quick officiant, photos, caterer, and ordering things plated to minimize sharing situation.
One I am pretty torn about is hair/ makeup. I want it done, but I think it seems kinda crazy before I go see my 10 closest family members. Wonder what anyone else decided about this.

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I decided to keep my hair and makeup for the intimate ceremony! I think it's fun to get done up and less stressful for me if I don't have to do it myself! My mom, FMIL, and sister have also decided to get theirs done so we will still have that "getting ready, drinking champagne in our robes" fun vibe! We are also keeping our photographer for the day so since we're going to have professional photos taken I want to make sure my makeup and hair lasts and looks good in photos. I definitely could do it myself, but the way I see it is that this is still my wedding day! So even if its just going to be our 10 closest family members and not the original 200 person guest list we had planned I want to look my best and feel my best and get a little pampered!

Its been hard to make some of these decisions, especially since I feel kind of weird about getting married this year and having a vow renewal/reception/party next year, but my FH, Bridesmaids, mom, and sister just keep telling me there is no "normal" in this kind of situation. Do whatever is best for you guys and everyone is going to be understanding!

We are also keeping officiant, photos and florals! Going to just bake a cake (and cookies!) for dessert and then food will "take out" from one of our favorite restaurants!