Ask the Planner with Desirée Adams: A Wedding and Event Planning Podcast

185 | Cocktail-style Receptions: What You Need to Know Before Skipping the Sit-down Dinner


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Wedding receptions are evolving, and cocktail-style celebrations are having a major moment. They’re chic, modern, and full of energy—a perfect way to create a social, laid-back atmosphere where guests can mix, mingle, and enjoy an unforgettable evening. But before you trade in the traditional sit-down dinner for passed hors d’oeuvres and lounge seating, there are a few things you need to consider. 

From guest comfort to food service logistics, a cocktail-style reception requires thoughtful planning to feel effortless and elevated. On today’s episode of Ask the Planner Podcast, I’m breaking down the pros, the cons, and the must-know strategies to help you decide if this reception style is the perfect fit for your wedding.


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