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What nobody says about the receiving line
Receiving lines are a traditional wedding event to release your guests after the ceremony. It gives you an opportunity to speak to all of your wedding guests and to thank them for coming to your wedding. However, there are a few things that you should know about this tradition.
While planning your wedding day timeline, you need to have at least thirty to forty-five minutes for this. Receiving lines take up a lot of time. Even if you have a small wedding guest list, everyone wants to give you a hug and comment on your hair, the ceremony, and your dress.
Sometimes you do not know everyone who was invited to your wedding. Maybe your aunt brought her new boyfriend, and you have never met him. Here’s how this conversation would go:
You: “Hey Aunt Lucy! It is so great to see you. Thank you so much for coming!”
Lucy: “You know I would not miss this! You look absolutely gorgeous! The ceremony was so beautiful. Oh, by the way, this is my boyfriend, Jeff.”
You: “Hi Jeff! Nice to meet you! This is my husband, Goerge.”
Jeff: “Nice to meet you both.”
Goerge: “You too! Thanks for coming! See you at the reception!”
*Hugs all around*
Here’s another scenario:
You: “Hey Sally! Thanks so much for coming! This is my new husband, George.” “George, this is Sally from the office.”
Sally: “Congratulations! The ceremony was so beautiful!”
George: “Thanks! Nice to meet you! I have heard so much about you. It is nice to put a face to the name.”
*Hand shakes and hugs all around*
These are the short versions of conversations that could happen…now multiply this by two hundred. You have no idea how fast these little conversations add up and eat away time on your wedding day. Moreover, don’t forget, most receiving lines include your parents and bridal party so that people will be talking to them, as well. It is a hug-fest, and you do not want to keep your guests waiting around forever to get over to the reception and the food.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. Happy Planning!
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