dream wedding

[WLFEO]

Originally posted by honeychile
Just out of curiosity, has anyone else heard of this type of wedding reception? I went to one in Baltimore, and it was held in this huge, almost warehouse looking place (on the outside). On the inside were seven different "halls" for receptions, and lots of places for photo ops - a waterfall, an old bridge over a stream, a rainbow, a fountain, etc - pretty nice!

Each of the halls had the head table at the front, and the dance floor in front of that. One either side of the dance floor were the tables of people. When the food was served, carts came down the dance floor, and platters of (delicious!) food were served, family style. Afterwards, there was a table with at least a dozen different cakes and other desserts from where you could help yourself.

Oh, and as I'm asking about traditions, does anyone do "the money dance", when someone puts money in a box/bag/apron and then can dance with the Bride or Groom, or is that a Baltimore thing, too?

Honey- that reminds me of the wedding hall place in "The Wedding Singer" with Adam Sandler. Was it kind of like that?

I have seen the money dance before. I was not offended but did not have one at my wedding. It didn't even really cross my mind to do something like that- I guess I think it's a little tacky. But then again I think cash bars are tacky also.

Another thing on my tacky list is when a mother or [biological] sister throws a shower for the bride (or a baby shower for the mom). Am I the only one was was brought up believing that a relative should not throw a shower and it should be given by a friend?

[honeychile]

Most weddings around here have the Money Dance, but I didn't do it. I've seen bridal gowns absolutely ruined by people stepping all over it - and I don't think I've reached the point where someone has to have a shot just to dance with me! Don't even get me started on cash bars!

I guess it was a little like The Wedding Singer. I thought it was very family-like - not formal, but not a buffet, either.

I don't like to see family holding a wedding shower, either, but I've also been to some where the only house large enough was a sister's or mother's. I try to keep an open mind about it, but if it was a mother holding a shower for only 10 people, I'd have to go with the Big "T"!!

Brianna, I would kill to have my daddy at my wedding (assuming I have another!)! We danced to Daddy's Little Girl before.

[*EtaNu*ADPi*]

I've been to many many weddings with the "dollar dance" and to me, it's like a tradition! I personally don't see anything wrong with it. However, I do think it would be a little out of place at a reception that is more elegant and serious, rather than fun and a celebration! (sorry if that didn't come out right, no offense intended.) I think it's a great way for the bride and groom to get to see more of the guests and have a chance to chat with them for a moment. I also remember it being very fun for the little ones running around. It's a good way to include them and make them feel more a part of things! To me, it's something that's lighthearted and fun to do.

I was just chatting with my mom about weddings tonight and we both agreed that I need to have a very fun and upbeat reception, because I've never been one to be quiet and subdued!


(edited because I made many a typo the first time around...)

[TN-TX ADPi]

Bumping this thread up!

I just want a classic, timeless wedding. I haven't figured out exactly what it will be, but I don't want to look back 10 years from now and say, "What was I thinking? "

[lonestaradpi]

I have lots of comments on weddings. Here it goes:

Relatives Hosting Showers: I have always been raised that this is a big no-no! To me it seems like, hey we just want you to give my daughter/sister/cousin/niece more presents.

Dollar Dance: Ugh! I am from an area where this is a very common practice. To me, the wedding reception was a time to have fun and thank your guests for helping you celebrate such a great wonderful occasion, not a time to ask for more gifts. The people at my reception were my guests.

In General: I got married in a Methodist church. Nice 30 minute ceremony, that's with two vocalists. That was the only focus I wanted on Mr. lonestar and me. Our guests went to the reception site while we took pictures. Once the guests went to the reception, they were able to eat, drink and be merry without waiting on us. We got to the reception and didn't want the attention on us anymore. We didn't have a first dance or dance with our parents. We didn't do toasts. We did cut our cakes. We wanted to thank our guests for coming to our celebration. We wanted them to be comfortable and enjoy the party. We were able to meet and talk to every guest b/c we weren't doing all of that formal crap. Another idea that worked, we had a buffet style meal, but we had several stations of food. None of our guests had to stand in line for food ever, now the bar was a different story. I hate standing in long buffet lines for food!! My dad had several of his friends come up to his and thank him for the best party they had been to in years. Mission accomplished! Plus, I Mr. lonestar and I had a fabulous time! Just my HO!

[lonestaradpi]

Originally posted by TN-TX ADPi
Bumping this thread up!

I just want a classic, timeless wedding. I haven't figured out exactly what it will be, but I don't want to look back 10 years from now and say, "What was I thinking? "

I agree. We got married over 6 years ago and I still look at the pictures and think that this wedding could take place today with almost no changes and it would still be "in style". I'm proud of that!

Congratulations and best of luck!!

[honeychile]

Okay, I was actually looking for something for Recruitment, and found that Miniature Wedding Cakes are becoming a big item! I found this photo which shows one of them (and I think two "snowballs") on a stand, but they seem to be quite popular!

Believe it or not, this is also a mini (with violets, no less!):



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