Discussions from Wedding Reception

Yesterday was my wedding. After my 4 tier wedding cake was delivered I noticed the back side of my cake was not decorated. The front side was decorated in sugar lace. I messaged the baker yesterday...

So we are not having an open bar at our wedding. We will be either doing a BYOB or purchesing all of the alcohol our selfs and having the ones who plan on drinking pay us per drink. If we buy them our...

Hi All! My husband and I recently eloped on our cross-country trip and now we’re trying to plan a “reception” on our 1-year anniversary, calling it our “happily ever after party.” I don’t want it to...

At our reception, my husband (the groom) will have a special dance with his daughter (my bridesmaid). What would be a good song to play for them to dance to? All of the songs suggested on the internet...

Hey everyone, I'm getting into the wedding planning process and me and my fiancé are looking into a custom cocktail🍸. I'm wondering if anyone did a custom cocktail or mocktail? While I do the research...

How much did you pay per person for your hors d'oeuvres? Trying to get quotes and I want to make sure I'm not getting ripped off lol I realize it'll be different in various geographic regions.

Okay so our reception is outdoors on a lanai over looking Jacksonville Beach the end of March early April. Do you think I need heaters? It could be low 60s worst case scenario high 50s. But it's...

Hello all! This is probably a silly question, but I cannot come to a conclusion on what to do about my dang water glasses!! We are having a self-serve water station at the reception, but the water...

What is everyone doing for place cards at dinner?! I've seen a lot of really fun and unique ideas, but want to see what you guys are doing!

Hi there! I was wondering if there are any brides who have either catered through Mission BBQ or if you had them cater another event. And what your experience was. I found a venue I love, but my...

Hi! I've got an etiquette question. I'm planning a wedding in my hometown, and have so many family friends. I also have a large extended family and a 12-person bridal party, most of whom have spouses...

My uncle and my mom are walking me down the aisle as my father passed away 14 years ago. Any recommendations on what to dance to. My uncle has been a father figure for me my entire life. Thanks in...

Hello! our reception spot does not allow for us to begin cocktail hour until 5:30 and our ceremony (catholic church) will end around 4pm. the location from the church to the reception space is maybe a...

Until last week, I was super excited about my son's wedding. Now, I'm dreading it. It's a big wedding over 200 guests. However, I will be the only one from my son's side at the reception. My...

Hi all! New here but I have a question. During the reception I want the photos the photographer is taking to be on a display for the guests.. but also to have added in random ones from the past.. that...

Hi! One of the venues I am considering consists of various cabins on a lake. The venue is very DIY. The only upfront cost would be to rent all of the cabins for the entire weekend. My question is,...

Hi all! What flavor cake do you plan to have at your wedding? And how do you plan to decorate it?

Where are my ladies with musical talents that will be performing at their wedding??? I've been a singer my whole life and my FH always talks about how he loves hearing me sing. So I decided to do a...

Looking for modern rap or pop songs for our grand entrance song from 2020s

Are you doing something unique and fun for a guest book? What are some of the best ideas you have seen?