The wedding reception is perhaps the most time consuming work involved in the successful conclusion of a marriage ceremony. No doubt, there are other hosts of activities that are more important but it is the party after tying the nuptials that they all attendees and guests look forward to. Drawing up the menu, to favors and flavors of icing and the space to dress are important stuffs that have to be executed in a planned manner.
There are seemingly endless array of details and logistics that will make you very stressful. Even the major portion of financial budget arranged for the wedding is also spent on reception. Thus, it makes complete sense that you plan things meticulously and do not spend unnecessarily.
Dress up the entryways as the first glimpse of everybody falls on it. While decorating up, you should clearly observe the venue and see the areas that need to be highlighted such as a grand staircase or a grove of trees. Another important feature of restructuring the venue is to see there is proper lightning system. The whole event may succeed or fail just on the account of poor arrangement of lightning. You can create the right ambience by flanking an outdoor walkway with dozens of luminaria or setting dinning tables with elegant candelabra or clusters of small candles. Harsh white bulbs can also be replaced with more flattering amber ones.
An important approach would be to think outside the box. Why not have a long banquet table that would fit a sleekly modern space than having several round ones that would multiply the frequency of concentration that have to be given to each single table.
Plan all the big things such as making reservation of the venue, hiring a caterer, and choosing the florist much before the actual day or time. One important thing you have to be prepared for is any spoilsport by the weather gods, especially when there is a party that has to be conducted outdoor. It is advisable to reserve a tent or opt for a location with an indoor alternative in the event of inclement weather.