We are planning to get married in Jamaica in January of 2008 and would like to have a reception/party once we return. I wasnt sure of the time frame of how long after we got back when we should have the reception. I was also thinking that it would be pretty dumb to wear the dress I would be wearing to get married (probably something light and short since its the beach). Would it make more sense to wear a different dress that isnt white? Thoughts and input are appreciated!
2007-02-01 13:08:55 · 5 answers · asked by jesserf161616 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
You could have a "carribean" theme and wear the dress!
It would be very fun and people would enjoy the winter blue break and a little summer fun in the winter.
But besides that, you can have the reception whenever it suits you. The closer to the wedding the more it will make "sense" to people, but that shouldn't stop you from doing otherwise. (I know that where I am, I'd wait until spring when I could have it outdoors).
And if you do decide to have a more formal reception, personally I would probably look for a really pretty white dress first (you are still the bride), but I would ulitimately choose whatever dress looked the best on me and fit my budget. (LOL) Or choose a very pretty destination wedding dress, but that could be suitable for the reception as well.
Like http://www.dessy.com/index.cfm?go=bridal&style=1003
Enjoy! Jamaica is beautiful - we honeymooned there (don't miss Dunns Falls)
2007-02-01 13:30:56 · answer #1 · answered by apbanpos 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is OK to wear the same dress if you want to, but it is not technically called a wedding reception unless it is the same day. It would be a banquet or dinner-dance "to celebrate the recent marriage of __________."
Also, the way you word the invitation is very important so you don't make an etiquette mistake.
If you mail the reception invitations out before your ceremony, they should NOT contain the date time or other info about the wedding ceremony. This is because it is RUDE to share details about an upcoming event that the recipient is not invited to. So anything that says, in effect, "Martha and John are getting married on June 1st in Jamaica, and you're invited to a dinner with them on June 10th in Toronto." is not polite. It's like saying "Nyah, nyah-- look what you're not inivted to."
However, if you mail them AFTER the ceremony then it is OK to mention the date place and time of the ceremony because that is an annoucement of your marraige (properly mailed AFTER the ceremony has taken place) rather than an invitation.
2007-02-03 00:31:03 · answer #2 · answered by Etiquette Gal 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We did a wedding reception for a couple who got married in the Bahamas on the beach. She wore her wedding dress to the reception--in October--and she looked very nice. We decorated the room in a Caribbean blue and white to carry the beach theme without being too "beach-ie". The reception was held about a month after they got back. Of course you can wear whatever you want to wear. Your reception is a celebration of your marriage and people will come and enjoy it even if they weren't in Jamaica with you. It's your first social event as Mr. and Mrs. and perfectly acceptable.
2007-02-01 22:53:25 · answer #3 · answered by Yo' Mama 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People back home who are unable to go to your wedding in Jamaica would probably love for you to throw a party when you get back. Don't worry about throwing it right away though. Since it is after the fact anyway, people won't care if you wait for nicer summer weather before planning something, in fact, they might appreciate it. And it's up to you to decide whether you want it to be an elaborate affair, where you and your hubby get back into your wedding clothes (possibly do a small renewal of vows ceremony with a minister and even a mini wedding cake) or just play it low key and do a bbq at your house. Either way, people will appreciate the effort you make to include them in your celebrations. Good luck with the planning!
2007-02-01 21:40:54 · answer #4 · answered by Monique D 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I guess I'm the only one that feels this way about destination weddings:
You don't invite me to be a part of (one of) the most important days of your life, but you want me to celebrate and give you money or a gift? Like, I'm not good enough to share your joy, but I am good enough to share my wallet. This has always been my personal feeling. Sorry if it didn't answer your question.
2007-02-02 11:33:59 · answer #5 · answered by Just tryin' to help 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋