Prioritize Your Wedding Budget

You will spend more time at your reception on your wedding day than anywhere else. You want a party to be remembered so you should budget accordingly. Not prioritizing your budget for the reception is one of the biggest wedding mistakes brides make. (Want to know the others? Click here) It is best to prioritize your spending on the following areas which will have the biggest impact on the success of your wedding reception.

The Venue

Selecting the right venue for your wedding reception is key. The venue is the stage for your dream wedding so you should prioritize your budget accordingly. When choosing a venue consider:

• The Guest List – Can the venue accommodate the size of your party?
• The Vibe – Does the venue create the vibe you want for your wedding reception?
• The Location – Is it conveniently located near the ceremony site?
• Photo Opportunities – Does the venue have a look you want captured?
• Price – Does the venue fit within the budget you’ve set?

The Entertainment

Your wedding reception is the party to celebrate your marriage so of course you want entertainment that delivers! You can’t understate the importance of hiring a professional wedding DJ. Your DJ will not only be responsible for spinning the music at your wedding reception, but will also act as the master of ceremonies; coordinating the night’s activities so you can enjoy your reception. When choosing a DJ consider:

• The Play List – Will your DJ work with you to develop a list of the must play and do not play songs for your wedding reception?
• The Performance – Have you viewed your wedding DJs announcement skills? Have you read reviews by actual brides?
• The Equipment – Does your wedding DJ use professional DJ equipment? Does he carry backup gear in case of an emergency?
• Appearance – Does the DJ dress in a manner that is professional and represents himself and you well?
• Coordination – Does the DJ have experience working with other vendors and creating a wedding team for your reception?
• For more signs of a GREAT DJ, click here.

The Decor

Your wedding reception is the perfect location to let your personal style shine. Again, you will spend the most time of your wedding day at this location. Some venues will provide basic decorations such as mirrors or candles that you can begin building your wedding reception look from. When selecting decor for your reception consider:

• Flowers – What seasonal blooms will be the most budget friendly?
• Candles – What centerpiece arrangements work well with candles?
• Uplighting – Are there architectural elements to highlight at the venue?
• Table linens – Are there unique ways to incorporate your wedding colors through the use of table linens?

How can we help with your wedding reception? Email us or call 248-689-0777