Indian weddings are big on guests. No matter how old that grand-grandfather is on the groom’s side or how nosy that aunt may be in the bride’s family, we love to include our loved ones on the big day to celebrate with us. But let’s be honest, the greater number of people you invite, the more criticism you get. Especially when everyone takes out time from their busy schedules to join us. Therefore, the top wedding planning companies in India put a lot of thought into making sure that guests have the best experience.
Being a wedding planner in India, we have observed that adding small touches to your wedding to increase comfort for your guests works wonders. Our guests attend a lot of weddings, and in the race of standing out, a lot of couples end up doing common things. Therefore, today we will suggest some tips to increase comfort and make your wedding a unique experience for your guests at the same time.
Welcome Bags and Hampers
Your wedding begins as soon as your guest arrives. Preparing small hampers for your guests with snacks, drinks, or chocolates inside is a sweet gesture that shows how much you appreciate having them here. You can take it one step further by adding a personalized card or a thank you note.
Work on the Timing
Weddings in India last long. No denial about that. Hence, it is essential to make sure that the big event and everything leading up to it is right on time. Or almost right on time. You don’t want your guests to get bored. Coordinate with your planner, DJ, and others before the wedding. Make a plan as to how and when everything has to go. Make sure there isn’t a lot of time gap between the two ceremonies if they are on the same day. And if there is a time gap, fill it with games and other entertainment sources for your guests. Neither drag the wedding nor rush it.
Transportation and Accommodation arrangement
There may be some guests who will travel from far away. And I think we can agree that they deserve some special treatment. Arrange transportation for them to pick them up from airports or stations. Book some rooms for them near to the venue. That is sure to etch into their memory. If you are budget tied, you can ask your friends and other relatives to lend you their cars and maybe even a room at their place.
Food for all
You may be a family who enjoys non-vegetarian food, but there will be some vegetarian guests. We understand it is not possible to have food as per the liking of everyone individually. However, you can consider cutting down on a non-veg dish and add a vegetarian option instead. Also, keeping both the food section separate or at a distance will prove to be worthy.
Make Arrangements for all Age Groups
There will be children, adults and the elderly at your wedding. And while some arrangements will bring comfort to all, having some for different age groups is not a bad idea. For instance, having an art table for the kids will not only keep them engaged but also give their mothers to enjoy on their own. And we have observed that aged guests tend to leave early. For their sake, you can try keeping the highlights such as big dances earlier.
Play songs for all age
Another age-based arrangement could be this. Talk to your DJ about this beforehand. Let him know that you want all kinds of songs at your wedding. From Kishore Kumar to Badshah, make sure everyone grooves to the tunes.
Dancing Shoes
We can all agree that the footwear we wear at weddings isn’t meant for dancing. Imagine someone’s heels crushing your foot. That’s got to hurt. To resolve this issue, provide some flip flops or flats for your guests to slip on when they run on the dance floor. Let the feet move freely.
Comfort stations
Summer weddings can become sweaty. On the contrary, weddings in winter can get too chilly. You can’t control the weather but you can control the extent to which it affects your guests. Place these comfort stations catering to the needs of different seasons. In summers, you can put cold water, sunglasses, and paper fans for your guests to fight the heat. And during winters, when the temperature drops down in the evening, you can provide lightweight blankets and coffee. Especially for those who are staying behind for circumambulation or phere ceremony.
Focus on the Seating Arrangement
More chairs than guests are not that big of an issue. The problem arises when it is the other way around. Make sure that the seating arrangement is perfect and comfortable. Spread out the chairs around the hall or ground evenly. And keep them in the perfect viewing angle of the stage so that those seating in the back can also enjoy without having to leave their chairs.
Ice breaker Games
Last but not least are ice breaker games. Everyone in the bride’s family does not necessarily need to know everyone in the groom’s family. And so, you can have your wedding planner organize some games that will help break the ice so that everyone can enjoy themselves to the fullest. Bonus tip: You can use these games as a way to fill the time between two ceremonies.
These small touches mean more to your guests than you can imagine. They are a great gesture of appreciation and make your wedding memorable not only to you but also to your guests. And the best part is that they do not put any additional pressure on your pocket. Almost everything mentioned above could be done in the set budget only. We understand how much a wedding means to the couple. Especially in our country where families get tied to each other as well. Therefore, it ought to be a memorable experience for everyone attending. We hope this gave you all the right insights as to how you can make it happen.
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