Cocktail wedding reception

Here are some tips on how to plan a successful cocktail style reception that your guests will remember for a long time to come.

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Is a cocktail reception really cheaper and easier than a traditional sit down dinner? Everything to consider if you're considering the more casual option.

Oh what a night. Never have I wished I could slow down time more than during our wedding reception. It was magical and turned out exactly as we’d envisioned– romantic. moody and elegant drawing inspiration from my favorite season: Autumn. Custom Cocktail Menu via Minted Custom Sign via Minted | Personalized Wedding Card Box via Amazon Handmade | Florals & Decor by Country Gardeners Florist Custom Seating Chart via Minted OUR RECEPTION

WEDDED WONDERLAND on Instagram: "The chicest cocktail hour!! The perfect way to keep the celebration going and treat your guests in between the ceremony and reception! Video: @kayla_seah #weddedwonderland #wedding #weddinginspiration #weddingcocktailhour #weddingday"

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The Franklin Alison Band has been performing for weddings and various functions throughout the Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York regions for over 25 years! We are a high-energy band that will play any style of music with authenticity and keep the dance floor packed at all times! We know when to turn up the energy and equally as important, when to cool it.

We are SO EXCITED to share this wedding we recently designed & planned at the Nest at Ruth Farms. We loved creating this cocktail styled reception, and it has to be one of our favorite floor plans to date. So you know you HAVE to check it out!

On the fence about having a cocktail-style wedding reception? Danielle Nielson of Dani Arizona shares why she opted to serve her wedding meal cocktail style.