I think that 30 minutes is long enough for us to stay there, the guests can stay however long they want. What do you think?
2007-11-12 13:18:31 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
With food, dances, cake, and photos I would say at least 3 hours!
2007-11-12 16:02:20 · answer #1 · answered by kimandryan2008 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The average reception is four hours. I'm a caterer and had a bride this year that felt the way that you do and wanted a short reception. Hers was two hours and she cut out alot of the the things people feel are traditional and that they should do this included dancing, garters etc. She didn't want all of this and simply didn't do it. It is your choice. People tend to leave after the bridal couple leaves so maybe you should think outside of the box and have a small wedding with a few friends and family with a small dinner at a restaurant. Have a larger reception after you return from your honeymoon. Our reception was a month after our marriage and our honeymoon three months later. I orgionally wanted a traditional wedding but was happy that we stretched out all of the fun and expenses and got married for the better part of the year and really enjoyed all the different aspects rather than having everything happen in a short period of time.
2007-11-12 17:02:31 · answer #2 · answered by lemonlimesherbet 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Have a wonderful ceremony followed by the traditional cutting of the cake. Enjoy punch and cake with everyone, have a receiving line and that's it.
There is no rule that says you HAVE to have a big reception afterward.
Or skip the reception until AFTER you honeymoon....or better yet, have a destination wedding and get married AT your honeymoon location!
If you opt for the reception, you have to stay there for the duration. Would you leave a party at your own house? Probably not. Remember, the reception is the party YOU throw for your friends....you are the hosts so you're required to stay.
2007-11-12 14:32:08 · answer #3 · answered by teacherintheroom 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
How selfish can a person be? That is ridiculous to insult your guests like that. Why not just write on the invitations that you will be staying at the reception only 30 minutes and give your guests the chance to stay home.
You are way too immature to get married.
2007-11-12 21:41:36 · answer #4 · answered by Cat Lover 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would be really offended if I were a guest at your reception. First, if you do pictures after your wedding, that will take about an hour before you actually get to the reception. Then, you'll have to have time to cut the cake, do a first dance, toss the garter/bouquet, eat... that alone will take like, 45 minutes to an hour. So, at least allot about 3-4 hours after your wedding ends to spend at your reception!
2007-11-12 14:04:56 · answer #5 · answered by Daisy 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would LOVE to be able to spend half an hour glad handing our relatives then scoot off to our honeymoon, but its just plain rude. You have to spend an hour or two at the barest minimum. You've brought them all there for your day, so you can't just leave them there like that after only spending 30 minutes with them. Have your first dance, have some dinner, talk to everyone, hang out and bask in the moment for a bit.
2007-11-12 13:29:09 · answer #6 · answered by kinkykiosk 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
No, clearly, you just want to get to the sex, so have sex the night before, that afternoon before the reception or leave the reception for a quicky in a closet or the bathroom. If it's the guys first time, it's not going to last more than 2 minutes anyways and you'll be left wondering why you're not at the party just for that!
2007-11-12 13:23:56 · answer #7 · answered by some female 5 · 5⤊ 2⤋
You only have one wedding day, you should take the time to enjoy it. Very few days in your entire life are devoted entirely to you & your fiance/husband so appreciate it while it lasts. You have the rest of your lives to take vacations & have "alone" time.
But to answer your question, I would say at least 2 hours at the reception.
2007-11-13 09:09:32 · answer #8 · answered by sunflower 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't need a reception. Or, you could have a short cocktail reception.
But I think it would be rude to leave a party in your honor, so just make the whole thing short; don't leave your guests there.
2007-11-12 13:23:48 · answer #9 · answered by ktswim 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Absolutely not OK.
Your guests have spent a considerable amount of time and expense to travel to your wedding, get you gifts, etc. The least you can do is not be so selfish and give them each a 5 mintue hello.
If you are going to do that then just elope in the first place and save guests the hassle.
2007-11-12 13:22:11 · answer #10 · answered by pspoptart 6 · 8⤊ 1⤋
30 minutes is long enough. Long enough to assign someone to cut the cake for you, assign someone to do the first dance, oh yeah don't forget to assign a couple to do the bouquet and garter toss. You also need to tell your caterer to make your meal "to go". In case some of your guests arrive a little late, leave a note saying "sorry we missed you".
2007-11-13 00:59:26 · answer #11 · answered by mysteryperson 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋