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Guest List
The first thing to consider
when putting together your guest list is whether you want an intimate
or large wedding. The next defining factor is budget. You also
need to take into account the requirements of your family, size
of the reception venue etc.
Begin your list by drawing
up a list of;
- Family.
- Family Friends (you
may need to talk to your parents about this one, as they may
have their own opinions!).
- Mutual Friends
- Brides Friends
- Grooms Friends
- Business/Work Colleagues
- Partners or the above (if you do not know
the partners they need not be invited if you haven't met provided
they are not married or living together).
- Kids (a kid free occasion will dramatically
reduce costs).
Once you have completed
the above list multiply the number of guests by expected cost
per head and see if you are within budgets. If you are over budget
it is time to for some in depth discussion about cutting back
the list.
The other option is to
try and cut costs in other ways. Consider;
- Reducing the pre-dinner drinks
- Having a 2 course instead of a 3 course meal
- Changing the wine list
- Ending the reception earlier
- Having a DJ instead of a band
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