When the happy couple wants to keep things simple and still share their big day with a few close friends, nothing beats a home wedding. Rather than having everyone drive across town to a reception hall, it makes sense to also plan to hold the wedding reception in Tucson at home. Here are some ideas on how to make the setting for the reception perfect.
Using Wedding Tents
If the idea is to hold the wedding reception in Tucson in the back yard, it pays to consider renting a few wedding tents. This can actually be a great way to protect the cakes and the finger foods if rain should happen to pass through. Even without the rain, having one tent that houses the bride’s cake, one for the groom’s cake, and one for the food and beverages makes it easy to set up different areas around the yard. In between, folding tables and chairs dressed with fabric that mimic the colors used for the ceremony will add a bit of style to the proceedings. At the same time, the guests can sit in the sun, enjoy the shade and, in general, enjoy themselves.
A Reception Picnic
For couples who like the idea of keeping everything casual, consider the idea of holding an early afternoon wedding followed immediately by a reception picnic. Have someone fire up the grill and set up a table with all the fixings. People can fix plates and then settle in at rented picnic tables set up for the occasion. Encourage everyone to wear clothing they would normally wear to a picnic. Even the happy couple can change from their wedding attire to something more casual and join in the fun.
Remember that even if the plan is to rent a location for the wedding, it is still possible to have the home wedding feel. Work with a professional from Reflections at the buttes to come up with the perfect way to create the look and feel desired. With a little planning, a casual wedding and reception will also be beautiful, fun, and something everyone will remember fondly.
