While the ceremony is a significant and beautiful part of any wedding, we all know the reception is where the real fun begins! But, planning a reception can be very intimidating. From deciding on the right menu to please all guests to the reception decor, to seating arrangements, it can be hard to know where to begin. But it doesn’t have to be overwhelming!

Here are five helpful tips to ensure your wedding reception is a huge success:

1. Thoughtful seating arrangements and clear seating chart.

Have you ever gone to a wedding reception and felt out of place at the table you were assigned to? Well, I have, and let me tell you, it’s the worst feeling! To avoid putting your guests through that, I highly recommend assigning seats that create the best dynamic for good conversation and connection. You want every guest to be around people they can connect with. There’s nothing worse than someone who’s single sitting at a table full of couples with children. It’s essential to take time to thoughtfully decide where each of your guests should sit. It takes time to plan this properly, but it’s so important to provide your guests with the best possible experience.