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Reception After a Private ceremony

debbiew
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Reception After a Private ceremony

My son is getting married in a private ceremony. He and his future wife would like to have a reception for family and friends at a later date. Does a reception/party need to be within a certain number of weeks or months? Many of our family members are elderly and not able to travel during the cold winter months. Any suggestions? This would not be a gift receiving party, but rather a celebration of their wedding. Thanks Debbiew

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Re: [debbiew] Reception After a Private ceremony [In reply to]

Dear DebbieW,

It can be held any time within the first year. Some of the traditional elements seem a bit odd after a certain amount of time. But, these are all optional.

Gifts really are given for the wedding and not the reception. So, there is no worry about that.

Best wishes,
Rebecca Black, Etiquette Consultant
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