Base your reception timings around what people would normally be doing; if it is a mealtime, for example serve food. Modify this traditional format for a wedding day as mentioned below by adding, removing and switching events around to create your own Wedding Day Wish List:
PHOTOGRAPHS
Where and when will the formal photographs be taken?
If necessary, have a wet weather contingency plan.
DRINKS & CANAPÉ RECEPTION
Where will you hold the drinks reception and how long will it last?
RECEIVING LINE
Where will you do this and who will be in the line-up?
TOASTMASTER
If you do not opt for a professional toastmaster you could invite one of the ushers or a friend to act as Master of Ceremonies.
WEDDING DINNER
Decide the format and timings. Allow ten minutes to get everyone seated.
SPEECHES
Who will make speeches and when?
FIRST DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT
When will there be entertainment, where and for how long? When will you take your first dance and will it be announced?
TOSSING THE BOUQUET
Where will you do this and when?
DEPARTURE OF BRIDE AND GROOM
At what time will you leave and how?
CARRIAGES
When will the official stop time be?
Have plenty of taxi number available for guests.
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