The Done Thing?
Q. In order to find the venue we want for
a civil ceremony we may have to restrict numbers. Do you think
it is the done thing to invite only 30 the
actual civil ceremony but 70 to the wedding breakfast?
Any advice would be most welcome!
A1.It's becoming much
more 'the done thing'. People understand that venues have to place
restrictions on numbers (as do the bride and groom sometimes)
and I'm sure everyone will be very understanding. Just make it
clear in your invitations exactly which parts of the day people
are invited to and I'm sure that there won't be any problems -
your family and friends will want to celebrate with you regardless
of whether they're invited to the actual ceremony or not. Have
a fantastic day..
(Answered
by Tamryn Kirby)
A2. I think if
handled very carefully, you can do whatever you like for your
wedding.
Most people would understand that if you are restricted
to space for the
ceremony, not everyone can be there but by being invited to the
breakfast
straight after they are still regarded as important to the couple.
It is the way you say it that matters and I think a word with
everyone at the time of giving out invitations is needed rather
than just posting.
Maybe keep the ceremony to just family and wedding
party. If your family is larger than this, keep it to immediate
family. Another idea would be to have the ceremony videod and
have a viewing later in the day of the ceremony itself for all
those not present at the time.
Best of luck and enjoy your day.
(Answered
by Siobhan Barron)
A3. Of course
that is ok! If that is your chosen venue and it can only accommodate
30 people so be it. It is your day have everything you want! I
am sure your other guests will understand.
You could also check with the venue as this is very
common, a lot of venues can offer you a different area for your
remaining guests, who can watch your ceremony via video link.
Good Luck and Best Wishes
(Answered
by Mrs S)
A4.You
do exactly what you want! Remember it's your wedding and no-one
else's!
We've assisted couples who have had 10 to the civil ceremony,
and 70+ in
the evening... so panic not!
Very best wishes,
(Answered
by Emma Pirie)
