Many elements come together to
make a wedding unforgettable. Today, I have put together a list of the five
most memorable elements of a wedding. Weddings cost a lot of money, so while
you’re at it, you might as well make it unforgettable. Go big or go home!
1.
The Invitation
The wedding invitation sets
the tone for the wedding. Personally, I decide whether or not to attend a
wedding based on the invitation. For those weddings that I simply cannot get
out of, the invitation helps me decide whether to wear that gorgeous dress I
have been saving for an extra special occasion, or to wear that sundress that I
have already worn to five other events.
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2.
The Venue
The venue of the wedding
ceremony and reception also make a lasting impact on your guests. We all
remember that wedding we missed because we drove around in circles for hours trying
to find the venue. For the convenience of your guests and vendors give clear
directions to the venue. Other factors to consider about the venue are the
cleanliness of the washrooms, availability of parking space and handicap accessibility.
3.
The Ambience
Ambience is the total look and
feel of a space- the set up/décor, the lighting, the temperature, etc. All
these work together to make guests feel comfortable. These days, a lot of
couples are opting for outdoor wedding ceremonies. However, accurate timing of
the event is very important to provide the perfect ambience. As a rule of
thumb, outdoor events should start after 3:00 pm when the scorching heat from
the sun is subsiding. For indoor events, ensure that the room temperature is
just right – not too hot and not too cold.
4.
Food and Beverage Service
Now that your guests are
comfortably seated, it’s time to impress them with the food and beverage
service. Everyone loves a good party where food and drinks flow freely. Since
food and drinks also form a huge chunk of the wedding budget, work with a guest
list that you can comfortably cater for. Never compromise on the quality of
your food and beverage service. The waiting staff is in direct contact with
your guests, so use a professional company with well-trained staff. Also, use a
registered catering company that complies with health and safety regulations.
Have enough buffet stations so that guests do not have to wait for hours before
getting their food.
5.
Entertainment
Many couples complain that
guests leave right after eating. Well, what else is there to do after eating?
To keep your guests partying late into the night, you need to entertain them. Speeches
should be interesting and straight to the point. No monologues allowed! Get a
good DJ and a good live band. Make sure that you play different genres of music
so that both the old school and new school folks are entertained. The MC is well,
the Master of the Ceremony and s/he sets the tone for the event, so go all out
and get a great MC! You’ve already spent so much money and time on your
wedding, so you might as well go the extra mile to make sure that you and all
your guests have a great time.
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