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1. Have
interesting invitations and save-the-date cards. Pack the
envelope or secure the response card, envelope and directions
with a ribbon or pocket of some sort so that all the paperwork
doesn’t fall on the ground when the guest opens it.
2. Have
paper cones filled with rose petals, or individual bubble
blowers, or live butterflies for each of the guests to release
during the recessional of the Bride and Groom.
3. Print
your ceremony programs on paper hand-held fans. (colorful
Card Stock with a tongue depressor)
4. Have
your guests name printed as often as possible – people love
to see their names in print.
5. Have
truly creative place cards rather than the standard white
folded “tent”. Have the florist attach a flower, or hot glue
a dried flower. You could tie the place card to a Sand Dollar,
or for a tropical feel, use cocktail umbrellas.
6. Have
rice-paper parasols for the ladies at an outdoor event.
7. Offer
cigars to the gentlemen after dinner.
8. Have
a special children’s bag or children’s table filled with coloring
books, crayons, toys and of course, CANDY!
9. Have
plenty of things for people to do and see during the cocktail
reception: signing the photo-mat, live entertainment, taking
a “How well do you know the Couple?” quiz, photos to look
at, etc.
. 10.
Have a Candy Buffet for guest to enjoy during the reception.
11. Create
a “Signature Drink” for the guests to enjoy.
12. Have
a Margarita Bar where guests can create their own custom Strawberry,
Mango or Lemon margarita.
13. Order
fancy glassware and garnishes (cocktail umbrellas). Guests
love these little touches.
14. Have
an amenities basket in the rest-rooms with breath mints, hair
spray, sewing kit, etc.
15. Have
the Valet Parkers give guests a hot Chocolate Chip Cookie
and bottle of water for their ride home.
16. Candles!
Candles! Candles! a very inexpensive way to create a dramatic
affect! People don’t eat by candlelight very often.
17. Give
truly thought-filled party favors, beautifully wrapped and
labeled.
18. Make
sure to thank those people who have helped make the day possible.
19. Have
a Slide Show or Video Montage for the guest to see during
dinner. (8 minutes max)
20. Incorporate
the Anniversary Dance into your reception program to honor
longevity in marriage.
21. Have
menu cards so the guests aren’t wondering what’s for dinner.
22. Have
a ceremony program for the guest to know who is who.
23. Keep
toasts and speeches as short and sweet at possible. (Long
speeches should be done at the rehearsal dinner)
~ KELLY
L. PASKEY, owner, Expanded Events
Photos
courtesy of Bleu Cotton Photography
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