I was talking to my friend the other day, and she asked if my boyfriend and i were going to get married, and i replied someday. Then in a kind of half joke i told her i would want it to be outdoors and have a pig roast bbq catered type event. She told me that it was trashy. I really liked the idea because i am a simple girl. I love to be casual , and dont really feel the need to have everyone get dressed up and be uncomforitable. My idea would be to have everyone come casual, and basically enjoy the music atmosphere, food, and drinks.
Do you think that would be trashy?
2007-05-14 04:50:59 · 19 answers · asked by Anne D 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I think your friend is a snob and petty and close-minded and a host of other things that are best left off this forum.
I had a big, big barbecue for my wedding reception. Everyone came dressed casual, the 392nd Army Band (I married an Army Bandsman) played dixieland and jazz all afternoon. Dad drove hayrack all over the farm. We had barbecued chicken, about 9 kegs of beer, and everyone was asked to bring a "side dish" in lieu of gifts - which suited the guests just fine. (OK So that part was gauche, but again, it suited our guests just fine - and we truly didn't want people to go into hock with tradidional "gifts.") I guess there were 200-300 people.
Later on, all our bluegrass picking friends played square dances all night long. It was a grand time.
It was a party people are still talking about 25 years later.
So if you want a casual barbecue and not a formal/uptight wedding - plan it that way - but don't invite Miss Uptight-Snob.
It could be absolutely beautiful too - with a sweet, maybe vintage or Edwardian-style dress and a wildflower bouquet -
P.S. I think the entire cost of the reception was less than a thousand dollars - cake and everything.
2007-05-14 05:19:44 · answer #1 · answered by Barbara B 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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I was talking to my friend the other day, and she asked if my boyfriend and i were going to get married, and i replied someday. Then in a kind of half joke i told her i would want it to be outdoors and have a pig roast bbq catered type event. She told me that it was trashy. I really liked the idea...
2015-08-12 23:53:37 · answer #2 · answered by Kathy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look, your wedding is your wedding honey, and people's views are not really that important when it comes to making decisions about your wedding, if that person is a friend then boy you don't need enemies, friends are supposed to be supportive. BBQ's can be done beautifully, in fact I was so inspired by a BBQ I went to that I decided to go that route for my wedding as well. Also my other half is South African and BBQ is a big part of his life, we wanted our wedding to reflect us as a couple so what could be more appropriate. Hog Roasts are fantastic, everyone loves them, and they are great for a fun, casual, relaxed wedding, don't get upset by thoughtless comments, some people have no imagination and think that every wedding should be the same, I say have what you like!!!
2007-05-14 05:19:36 · answer #3 · answered by sparkleythings_4you 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hi Emily and congratulations! It sounds fun to me. Not trashy at all! What sort of advice are you looking for? Edit your question so we can help you more. Are you looking for decorations? How to do your tables? Centerpieces? Flowers? What exactly? In any case, I agree with Anne. Make it classy and elegant. Just because it's outside and a pig roast doesn't mean it's "less" than a regular reception. Use real cloth tablecloths....have real utensils and plates, etc.
2016-03-13 12:46:30 · answer #4 · answered by Maribeth 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Anne,
Please view our website at www.pigroastcatering.ca
We are a Pig roast specialist that know how to serve a pig roast meal in a very classy way.
Take a look and let me know - nothing trashy about it if you know how to do it!
I have catered many many types of meals for clients and by far the Pig Roast parties are by far the most fun. People love it, trust me. Go for it. You won't be sorry.
Paula
2013-11-04 15:09:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Noooo.. it sounds like great fun! Send me an invite!
Your friend sounds like the type who likes to 'put on the dog' and pretend that she is something she's not. If you're a casual type and would enjoy this.. go for it! My kids get mad at me because I like going to the pub for dinner instead of a fancy restaurant... but I'm more relaxed there! If you and your boyfriend are in agreement with the pig roast, just do it :)
2007-05-14 19:14:51 · answer #6 · answered by endorable 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not think it is trashy at all. My best friend is having the same when she gets married. It is going to be an outdoor barbecue/pig roast. I find that alot of people are talking about doing pigroasts instead of the "Normal" reception.
Whenever you get married, I wish you luck!!
2007-05-14 05:47:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not if that's what you want. My son and daughter-in-law are no frills kind of people too. They got married in a park, surrounded by family and close friends and then had everyone back to their house for a huge cook out in the backyard. It was one of the most fun events I'd ever been to. Everyone was casual and had a great time!
The only thing they insisted on was that no one wear cut-offs or flip-flops!
2007-05-14 05:06:25 · answer #8 · answered by Survivors Ready? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends, outdoor pig-roast sounds fine, if done nice.
In a pavilion banquet table not picnic tables etc...
Trashy would be keged beer and the large red plastic cups or bud in cans.
A real DJ not a pickup truck with the doors and it's radio on load...
Could be a lot of fun!!!!
2007-05-14 05:04:05 · answer #9 · answered by jon_mac_usa_007 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
no! We had bbq at our reception and everyone LOVED IT...adn it was sooo much more affordable. We had a very formal wedding except for the meal, and I have yet to hear of a complaint. If done right, I think this would be a great idea!
2007-05-14 05:47:41 · answer #10 · answered by ASH 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋