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Make it personal
Think beyond “ we do ”

RECEPTIONS

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Make it personal

Keep the good times flowing with thoughtful details that celebrate your history together . In their annual Wedding Trend Report for 2022 , The Knot noted a move towards storytelling through food . “ Couples are also creating entire wedding menus around their love story , starting with the wine they enjoyed before their first kiss , the first dish they made together at home and late-night food trucks that serve eats from their first date .”
( Right ) Catch this adorable shoot from Luxe Elopements Byron Bay online . Photo : Lady Bella Photography . ( Below ) Rooftop revelry for Claudia , Sam & their crew at The Warehouse . Photo : Fontaine Photos

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Think beyond “ we do ”

Some of your most unforgettable wedding moments might happen before and after the ceremony . Soak up quality time with your guests by scheduling multiple events ( optional , of course ). Think arrival brunches , sunset cruises , and afternoon-after barbeques . Got a big guest list ? Separate events can save you having to spend the whole reception ‘ doing the rounds ’.
Expert example
See celeb wedding planner Colin Cowie & Danny Peuscovich ’ s South African destination wedding . The couple had their custom Jacob + Co . bracelets ( instead of rings ) blessed by every guest and organised a host of festivities including a beach party and traditional African bush dinner . Their all-nighter winery reception featured opera performances , tango dancing , fireworks , and a 5am recovery breakfast !
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