Ever wonder why your budget tends to get out of hand? Yup, you got it right--your wedding reception. About 50%-60% is accounted for your wedding reception, which includes the venue, food and bar. But, the style that you choose, can make that percentage drop a little bit & of course your overall guest count will make a huge difference. Decide on what is within your budget, how many guests can make the cut and talk with different caterers about your budget; they can work with you and suggest different things. There are different things to take into consideration: style of wedding, cost, guest count and other things. Be mindful of your overall wedding budget.
Plated-Service:
Pro: The formality of your wedding can remain formal at all times and your guests will be able to take in the ambiance of your reception set-up.
Con: The #1 downfall to having plated service is that you have to pay per person. So whether you paid for 135 people and only 120 showed up, the missing seats go unaccounted for and you do not get your money.
Family-Style:
Pro: Typically cheaper than plated service, eliminates guests having to stand in lines, also gives guests the chance to mingle more within their tables.
Con: Food can be cold by the time it arrives to the table, guests sometimes do not know how much to take and there might not be enough room at the table for platters; which means that you will have to decrease your decor.
Buffet Style:
Pro: You can choose different themes for your menu choices. The cost can be cheaper by eliminating servers.
Con: Long, long lines, especially if your guest count is extremely high; which can push your reception program back. Even with eliminating servers, you may still come out the same cost because guests may want to go up for seconds.
Cocktail Style:
Pro: You don't have to worry about serving an actual meal. This will give guests a more advantage to mingle. Can possible cut down on the wedding traditions.
Con: Liquor costs may go up because there is less food and people may drink more. Depending on your guest count, you will need to pump up on the volume and variety of hors d'euvres that you offer. *Clearly stating "please join us for a cocktail style reception" on the invitation will indicate to guests that they should not be expecting a meal*
Brunch Style:
Pro: Weddings that occur in the morning are way cheaper. If you are a breakfast person, this will be the best time to dish out your favorite breakfast foods. Wedding day festivities can possibly be done early and you will be able to leave for your honeymoon the same day. Liquor costs will be much lower--who's drinking heavy vodka at 11 am anyway?
Con: May have a few guests who will miss the ceremony because it might be too early for them.
Family-Style:
Pro: Typically cheaper than plated service, eliminates guests having to stand in lines, also gives guests the chance to mingle more within their tables.
Con: Food can be cold by the time it arrives to the table, guests sometimes do not know how much to take and there might not be enough room at the table for platters; which means that you will have to decrease your decor.
Buffet Style:
Pro: You can choose different themes for your menu choices. The cost can be cheaper by eliminating servers.
Con: Long, long lines, especially if your guest count is extremely high; which can push your reception program back. Even with eliminating servers, you may still come out the same cost because guests may want to go up for seconds.
Cocktail Style:
Pro: You don't have to worry about serving an actual meal. This will give guests a more advantage to mingle. Can possible cut down on the wedding traditions.
Con: Liquor costs may go up because there is less food and people may drink more. Depending on your guest count, you will need to pump up on the volume and variety of hors d'euvres that you offer. *Clearly stating "please join us for a cocktail style reception" on the invitation will indicate to guests that they should not be expecting a meal*
Brunch Style:
Pro: Weddings that occur in the morning are way cheaper. If you are a breakfast person, this will be the best time to dish out your favorite breakfast foods. Wedding day festivities can possibly be done early and you will be able to leave for your honeymoon the same day. Liquor costs will be much lower--who's drinking heavy vodka at 11 am anyway?
Con: May have a few guests who will miss the ceremony because it might be too early for them.
The reception style that you choose is completely up to you and your fiance. Whatever you choose, make sure it's what YOU want and you have fun with you. Remember, you only get to do this day once!
Thank you for checking in on today's blog!
*Zee*
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