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After all the planning, the stress and the unexpected issues before your wedding day, it’s only right to spend your big day in grand style.
After-parties are the perfect way to unwind and spend the rest of your day with close friends and other well-wishing guests. In fact, on some occasions, they can be a lot more fun than wedding receptions.
If you’re planning an after-party for your wedding, here are some things you should consider:
- Wear Something Comfortable
You've left the crowd gushing about your outfits during your wedding ceremony and reception. However, you probably couldn't dance as much as you would have during your reception because your outfits wouldn’t give you enough room to enjoy your dance.
Your after-party is the only or final time to show how happy you are with your dance moves. So, you should consider wearing something a lot more comfortable so you can have more fun and interact a lot easier with your guests without any constraints.
- Choose A Convenient Location
If your party is away from your wedding venue, make sure it’s not too far off. You don’t want you or your guests to get stressed before arriving at the place. Also, put in place whatever measures available that will make the trip easier for your guests.
- Let there be Food
Agreed, you’ve fed them at the reception. But, remember it may be an all-night party. Even if they don’t ask, you should make food an option. Remember, someone may get very hungry. You should avoid situations where most of your guests leave your party in search of food.
- Take Care Of The Bills
Unless you have guests who are insisting on paying for the venue and the party drinks, make provisions to handle payments afterwards. You can discuss with the venue owner or bartender about what your budget is so they can work around it.
- Choose The Perfect Decor
It’s not just some random evening at a club, it’s your after-party! So, you have to make it look that way. If you’re on a budget, consider working with your event planner. They can help with decorations or offering advice or referrals for what you’d like.
Don’t forget to make it your own style. Work with the colours, the lighting and even the specific songs you’d like to have played at your party. Your guests will surely know they are in for a thrill!
After-parties shouldn’t feel like work or stress when properly planned. You should plan to have maximum fun and that is what you should stick with.