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Kate Edwards Photography. Have your guests participate in the mixology of their drinks with a build-your-own cocktail bar. The bartender will mix up the base beverage, such as a gin and tonic, then guests can add their own garnishes from an herb and botanical station. Or, host a martini bar where guests can customize their cocktail by choosing between gin or vodka, shaken or stirred, and olives or a lemon twist.
A photo booth with hilarious props is amusing, but why not give your guests a serious photo shoot? Set up a portrait studio, where guests can have a well-lit, posed shot in front of a glamorous backdrop. The resulting pictures will be ready to grace the pages of a magazine. The trick? The photos are taken by a pro photographer rather than a machine. Design a scene that matches the style of your wedding, including similar colors and decor, and position guests at different heights to create a dynamic shot.
Think about what makes the most sense at your event. Will professional dancers in disco-ball-inspired outfits help move guests to the dance floor? Do you want an entrance to remember with moving statues? He has worked with companies like Elevate to suspend performers in the middle of the ballroom and greet guests with a dress made of Champagne flutes that are filled with bubbles. His tip? Sit back and enjoy the show.
Make like an actress on the red carpet and have your guests pose for a video just like the celebs attending the biggest award shows. This works especially well if the dress code is formal or black tie. Why not go all out on the tables? Nick and Aleah Valley suggest covering the table in an abundance of low, ultra-lush flowers and candles for a vibrant display. Don't be afraid to go all-out with a stunning tablescape. Adding elements such as a bold table linen can give tables a more anchored, intimate feel.
A smaller wedding may mean more opportunities for guests to chat and connect, and you'll want to leave room on the table for conversation. Britt Cole, also of 42 North, suggests lifting the flowers up and installing an overhead arrangement of florals, moss, and soft lighting.
This can also help a larger room feel more intimate. If you're hoping to add a special handwritten touch to your tablescape for dinner, doing menus on your own is a beautiful idea. With fewer guests, there won't be as many to write. Who says you can't add hand-painted touches just because? Little embellishments like hand-painted macarons will make each and every guest feel so special.
With fewer guests, you'll need less cake. But that doesn't mean you can't have the dessert of your dreams. Chat with your baker about sticking with the tiered approach if that's what you love.
Your baker may be able to accommodate with smaller cake rounds while keeping the same traditional wedding cake look intact. Adding in small, memorable touches is much simpler in a more intimate space with fewer guests. Consider incorporating family heirlooms such as vintage china or silver to make the day that much more special. If fewer guests means freeing up more of your budget for additional details, then why not go all out?
Including items like a custom cocktail napkin is a cute way to showcase what you and your partner love as a couple. Your Privacy Rights. To change or withdraw your consent choices for Brides. At any time, you can update your settings through the "EU Privacy" link at the bottom of any page. These choices will be signaled globally to our partners and will not affect browsing data. We and our partners process data to: Actively scan device characteristics for identification. I Accept Show Purposes.
Jaimie Mackey was the Brides real weddings editor from to She also worked as a luxury wedding planning producing over high-end weddings and events over four wedding seasons in Colorado. Take your guests and family into account. If many are traveling two hours, an afternoon event might allow them to travel without an overnight stay. Think about the tone of the wedding.
Casual and whimsical? Feel free to mix and match. Have a sit-down dinner and a dessert buffet, for instance. Theme it. A backyard barbecue complete with an onsite smoker makes for a casual, interactive buffet, Pantaleone says. Have fun and have it your way. Keep a pulse on local food, art, and entertainment content when you join our Main Line Today Newsletter. Life Style. Pam George October 8, The Buffet The buffet offers a more casual approach.
Photograph by Adrienne Matz Photography. Stations Instead of a straight-line buffet, food stations—each of which has a theme—are sprinkled around the room. Lunch Banish the thought of sandwiches and soup. Photograph by Erin Farrell Photography. Breakfast or Brunch A breakfast or brunch is a natural after early-morning nuptials or Sunday morning weddings, but Pantaleone rarely encounters them in the Greater Philadelphia area.
Other options: For a hundred years or more, a champagne-and-cake reception was the norm. Previous Article. Next Article.
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