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Category Archives: Wedding Reception

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Jan292020Jan 28 2020
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Tips for Having a Caravan Bar at Your Wedding

by Jess Brooks, in category Vendors, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

Fancy having a caravan bar serving drinks at your wedding? You’re not the only one! Caravan bars are quickly becoming a popular option for couples wanting something a bit different than a trestle table covered in drinks. We asked our friends at the Oxford St Caravan Bar (who have an adorable caravan based in Dunedin,… Read More

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Nov52019Apr 7 2020
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How Many Wedding Venues Should You Have?

by Amanda, in category Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

Whether you choose to separate out ceremony and reception wedding venues, or have the entire day’s celebrations in the same spot, there are many factors to take into consideration. The number of wedding venues you have will depend on your budget as well as convenience and the style of wedding you want (for some help… Read More

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Oct222019Apr 7 2020
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Planning an Eco-Friendly Wedding? You’ll Love These Wedding Favour Ideas!

by Amanda, in category Wedding Reception

An eco-friendly wedding. Sounds like something from the future, doesn’t it? Yet many brides (and their grooms) are bringing their passion for everyday eco-friendliness to create their own eco-friendly wedding. They want to ensure that from the reception venue through to their transport, that they make the kindest choices possible for the environment. In all… Read More

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Sep242019Apr 7 2020
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6 Reasons Why You Should Choose a Marquee Wedding

by Amanda, in category Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

Why should you consider hosting a marquee wedding? We met with the team from Happyhire, marquee hire specialists, for their thoughts. Why Pick a Marquee Wedding? A marquee wedding gives you the perfect venue at your choice of location. It can also provide additional shelter when you’ve chosen somewhere, which isn’t big enough to meet your… Read More

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Sep102019Jun 12 2020
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Creating Your Wedding Reception Timeline

by Amanda, in category Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

Everything for your wedding is sorted, except for the wedding reception timeline.  While the same military precision as the rest of the day isn’t required, if you don’t have a schedule of events for your reception, things can turn to custard pretty quick. How to Set Your Wedding Reception Timeline Timewise, your wedding reception will… Read More

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Aug272019Dec 3 2020
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Is an All-Inclusive Wedding Right for You?

by Amanda, in category Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

Are you considering an all inclusive wedding package, or one where you organise everything individually? Perhaps you haven’t even thought about it yet? We chatted with the team from Dunedin Venues for their thoughts on la carte vs all-inclusive wedding packages. A La Carte Vs All Inclusive Wedding Packages Like most brides, you’ll be keeping… Read More

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Aug62019Apr 7 2020
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Choosing the Right Venue for Your Wedding

by Amanda, in category Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

Now that you’re engaged, it’s time to choose the venue for your wedding. With that decision, many questions arise including: should you use one venue or have a different one for your ceremony and reception? Here’s a few of our thoughts to help you make that decision. Benefits of Choosing One Venue for Your Wedding… Read More

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Jul232019Apr 7 2020
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Organising the Space for Your Wedding Reception

by Amanda, in category Wedding Planning, Wedding Reception

Have you considered whether you’ve got enough space for your wedding reception? When you’ve laid out the tables, chairs, dance floor and buffet area, will it look crowded or empty? We talked with Dunedin’s wedding and furniture hire company Swell Event Hire about their thoughts on organising wedding spaces using different floor plans. Calculating the… Read More

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Jun112019Apr 8 2020
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Exploring the Traditions behind a Wedding Breakfast

by Amanda, in category Wedding Reception

Do you know where the term wedding breakfast originated from? Should it only contain breakfast like foods? We explore the tradition behind the wedding breakfast, plus some delicious ideas you may want to try on your upcoming wedding day. What is a Wedding Breakfast? If you’ve been asked if you’re having a wedding breakfast, chances… Read More

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Jan312019Mar 27 2021
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Wedding Seating Plans: How to work out who sits where!

by Amanda, in category Wedding Reception

One of the key markers of the formality of a wedding reception is the use of a seating plan.  This guides your wedding guests to their tables, ensuring they sit in appropriate spots. The seating chart can’t be finalised till your wedding guests have confirmed their RSVPS, meaning you have to leave working out who… Read More

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