Things Your Wedding Guests Probably Won’t Remember

When you start planning your wedding, creating a memorable experience for your guests is a big part of it. But, before you go allocating your budget, there are a few things you should know.

While everyone is different, there are just certain things most people don’t remember about a wedding, so why spend unnecessary money on it?

Here is what you can probably care a little less about as you plan your big day.

The Design of Your Invitations

Yes, it’s always nice to receive a beautiful invitations but your guests are not going to remember the delicate details and calligraphy after the day. Custom, handmade wedding invitations can cost a lot of money and the reality is, most of them end up in the garbage or recycling anyway. Rather keep it simple and use that budget elsewhere.

The Wedding Program

Wedding programs can tell your guests what to expect throughout the day, but a classic, well-designed blackboard or printed board can do the same. Wedding programs are one of those items you can probably skip and to be honest, I rarely see them so people don’t expect them.

Elaborate Centerpieces

Naturally, you want your reception tables to look the part but there is really no need to go overboard. If you had to ask some of your guests what your centerpieces looked like a few months after your wedding, chances are, they won’t remember. Turn to sites such as Pinterest to find centerpiece ideas that are unique but don’t cost the earth. The same goes for table linens – this is not a detail your guests are paying attention to and most wouldn’t be able to tell you what colour the tablecloths were the next day let alone years later.

Wedding Favours

Fewer and fewer couples are spending money on wedding favors. If you can provide your guests with good food and drinks, music, and special memories, there is really no need to send them home with a gift. Again, most wedding favors are thrown out a few weeks after the wedding. If you really want to provide wedding favors, opt for something edible.

Alcohol Types and Brands

If you do want to provide your guests with alcohol at the wedding, try not to overthink what you should serve and whether the brands you are buying are good enough. Most guests are more than happy with a welcome cocktail and some wine and beer for the remainder of the day. You can certainly offer a selection but there is no need to go overboard here either.

A Perfect First Dance

The first dance is one of the most special moments during your reception but aiming for perfection is only going to make you feel more stressed and enjoy the moment less. It’s perfectly fine to practice your first dance but your guests are not going to notice a few missteps or mistakes. Rather have fun and enjoy this moment with your partner.

The Wedding Cake

This is another area where some couples end up spending way too much. Everyone loves a good slice of cake but as for how elaborate it is, this is not something guests will remember. In fact, more and more couples are opting for bite-size desserts and sweets instead.

In the end, your wedding should be anything you want it to be, but there’s really no need to spend more on the things your guests probably won’t remember anyway.

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