When it comes to seating guests during the reception, you might feel overwhelmed.  Perhaps a friend of your groom dumped your sister a month ago and both will be at the wedding or perhaps your parents are divorced and one or both are remarried.  In these particular situations, you don’t want either party sitting next to each other.  By following these helpful guides, you can make sure that guests at every table will get along and no one will feel left out.

When to Make a Seating Chart

Most couples don’t arrange a seating chart unless they expect a large number of guests at the reception (around 100 or more).  You also might make a seating chart if you plan on a large three or four course meal.  By seating guests in these situations, they can enjoy an evening with good company and not the added chaos of vying for the “best” seats next to the bride and groom. This is also valuable for the caterer.  They will know ahead of time that table number five needs four chicken platters and three pasta dishes.  Any planning a vendor can do ahead of time is helpful!

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Planning the reception can be a daunting task, especially if you are trying to find time for the toasts, the dancing, and maybe even the bouquet and garter toss.  You might wonder if there is a guide that can help plan the evening.  Of course there is!   Follow this loose timeline to make sure you and your guests experience a fun-filled reception.

Hour 1:  Cocktails, anyone?

The first hour of a typically four to five hour reception is the Cocktail Hour. While you and your new groom undergo photographs, your guests will file to your reception area.  They should be served drinks and appetizers to get the mood set as they prepare for your arrival.  Make sure to have wine or other beverages ready for the toasts that follow your entrance.

Traditionally, the bridal shower has followed specific rules of etiquette.  The shower always had to be held by a related member to the bride such as the maid or matron of honor or mother of the bride.  Primarily being a gift-giving event, showers were held in the proximity of a home for girls only.  Modern day, however, has given brides more options and choices when creating their bridal showers.  Here are some up-and-coming trends to help plan the bash.