their day?
With a lot of weddings these days I know people focus tons on food that everyone will like, entertainment so people don't get bored, decor that will appeal to everyone, etc, etc. Do you think that that is good, or do you think married couples should just go back to simple weddings, that focus on their nuptials rather than the reception?
2007-03-09 10:01:36 · 18 answers · asked by sloth.girl 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I think people care about what their guest think and make them happy because they want others to think that this was one of the best wedding ever and remember this day. It should be more about the bride and groom, but others seem to slip more into the fantasy wedding everyone else wants and wants to please others. They should focus more on what they want and what make them happy.
2007-03-09 10:09:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Both - The nuptials are the most important part and the couple really should keep it simple and focus on that.
However, the reception is the first party you will throw as a married couple. You wouldnt throw a party and expect bored guests to be acceptable. So yes you should focus on the guests needs as well. These needs are as simple as: are they fed? are there drinks available? (alcohol is not a requirement) will they have a good time? You are not required to give favors or make the decorations be "better than the last wedding they attended" or any other such thing.
So in summary, dont focus only on the couple to the detriment of the guests.... plan things to keep everyone happy so that you can relax and enjoy your day (You dont want to be running around on the day of your wedding "fixing" problems)
2007-03-09 10:09:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I think, a couple should do whatever makes them happiest in the long run. For some people, it's having everything "by the book" and perfectly traditional; for others, it's keeping it simple; and everything in between. If a couple decides that the best course of action is to have a large wedding with lots of guests, the do need to spend the time to try and make their guests happy; there is no way around it. I think, it's good when you do something that is meaningful and important to YOU, whatever it might be. We had an untraditional informal wedding, but this was our personal choice; I have nothing against fancy weddings - just not for me.
2007-03-09 10:37:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
A good host always considers the comfort of his guests. However, with a wedding, the couple should also focus on the ceremony since that IS the wedding.
2007-03-09 14:19:11 · answer #4 · answered by weddingqueen 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I honestly believe for a wedding it should be focused on the couple taste and flavour, besides how often are you planning to get married. Personally for me my wedding whenever it takes place it will have a variety of foods,decoration, and entertainment that celebrate my culture and personal preference between myself and my husband. And in terms of the size its all about our budget and what we can afford, I will not do anything too elaborate that I will have to declare bankruptcy after the honeymoon. Besides a small wedding can be just as lovely as a large one.
2007-03-09 10:13:03 · answer #5 · answered by roro 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I feel it should be a mix of both. Of course it's your day but you are inviting your closest friends and family to share the day with you. Why wouldn't you want to have food and entertainment they would enjoy also? The actual ceremony should be soley for the couple but the reception should be a party to celebrate the occasion and make it a wonderful day for everyone. I wouldn't want people to be bored at a party I hosted.
2007-03-09 10:15:26 · answer #6 · answered by sunnyca 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think both are important. The ceremony should be the focus, but the reception allows people to celebrate with the couple. The focus either way should just be on you two. In ten years, you want to remember it the way you wanted it. Good Luck
2007-03-09 16:30:39 · answer #7 · answered by myview 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it were me I would have a small wedding and a kick a** reception. I don't think you need alot of decorations and that sort of thing but food drinks and music is the best. The recertion is what everyone remembers
2007-03-09 10:12:06 · answer #8 · answered by shorty 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I agree.....forget all this sit down dinner, live bands, etc. I am all for the finger food reception myself. Now naturally, if you are planning you event around a time that ppl would normally eat their meals, then you are going to have to provide more food. The bride and groom should do exactly what makes THEM happy. This is their day, not the guest. You can do an elaborate spread of hourdourves, layered and filled in with flowers and so fourth.
2007-03-09 11:01:51 · answer #9 · answered by mrs_endless 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Focus on making yourself happy because it is your wedding day, and if guests see that you are in your glory most likely they will be happy no matter what the reception decorations look like, the music sounds like , and the food tastes like.
2007-03-09 10:45:20 · answer #10 · answered by shelly63795 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋