Obviously, I was going to start with this one, but they really are!
We all love a canapé and the chance to catch up with friends and family, but if your drinks reception is longer than 1½ – 2 hours, your guests WILL get bored.
If your guests are seated for the Wedding Breakfast and your couple photos overrun (I usually allow no more than 30 minutes for this, which is roughly the same amount of time that it takes to move and seat guests) and drinks aren’t provided, it’s safe to say that there will be a few grumbles.
If your Wedding Breakfast has ended but the DJ/Band isn’t scheduled to start immediately (and you haven’t filled this time with any form of entertainment, e.g., cake cutting, cocktail hour, etc.), you once again run into a boredom danger zone.
From the outset, think about your schedule and the flow of the day. Talk to your suppliers (especially your venue, caterer, bar company, and musicians) and ask for their input and advice. If you’re worried about idle moments, you have the time to rectify and/or fill them.
