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June 26, 2018

Wedding Reception Tips All Couples Should Remember

Planning a beautiful wedding reception in Virginia is something you definitely want – but what does it take to do that? What are the essentials everyone should keep in mind when planning their receptions?

We have some tips for you – so read on and find out more.

  • Space is important. Your guests should have enough space to move around – and no, this isn’t just about the dance floor. Most of the times, specialists advise to leave about 10/15 square meters of space for each guest invited – so do make sure to keep this criterion in mind when searching for the right wedding venue.
  • Separate the cocktail hour space and the reception space – or at least as much as you can. Your guests shouldn’t see the last-minute preparations going around behind the closed doors of the reception venue – pull a curtain, or simply ask them not to go there. This will not only allow vendors to do their job uninterrupted, but it will also add a sense of drama to the entire reception.
  • Seating is really important. Yes, we know it’s a boring task and that it will really confuse you from some points of view, but don’t skip this. If you want to make sure people really enjoy their “neighbors’” presence, do take your time to create a proper seating chart – it’s truly the best thing you can do.

A timeline is very important too. Again, this is the kind of planning step you might be tempted to skip – but don’t do it. You may know what needs to be done and when it needs to be done from the top of your head, but your guests may not be in the same position as you. Offer them a clear, concise, and final wedding reception timeline they can actually coordinate with!

· Wide tables aren’t necessarily a choice. Long and narrow, or round and small – that’s the way to go. Why? Because it will leave less space between the guests, so that they can actually socialize with one another and have fun.

Looking for a superb wedding venue in Virginia? Contact Black Horse Inn right now, and allow us to be the ones who help you host this amazing, unforgettable, gorgeous event in your life! Contact us and we guarantee you will be charmed by the elegance, timelessness and romanticism our venue offers!

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