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Follow basic rules to avoid confusion at the reception
It's all arranged, and barring last minute
cold feet, the wedding's on for later in the
day. You don't have to worry about when to
go down the aisle - your minister's already
briefed you on that - and heading back out
will be a cinch. Things will mw,i1 fall into
place for the picture-taking,esy of
your photographer's expertise.
When it comes to the reception though,
there are some basic rules to follow to avoid
the confusion of guests milling about not
knowing what to do or when to do. it.
The first thing everyone will want to do is
run up and kiss the bride; shake hands with
the groom and try to figure out if that really
is little Sarah all grown up now and in a
bridesmaid's dress. The best way to do this
smoothly is to have a receiving line.
The mother of the bride should head the
line since she'll probably know most of the
guests. If she doesn't, she should rely on the
person next in line, the groom's mother. If
either has no mother, close female relatives
usually take these places.
The bride is next in line, and beside her
( obviously) should be the groom. The maid
of honor comes next and, after her, the
bridesmaids.
Where are the fathers and ushers? Usual-
ly they mingle with the guests, relieved that
the tension -filled part is over and the party
is about to begin.
If you're not sure what to say as you pro-
ceed along the receiving line, simply in-
troduce yourself to those you don't know and
continue on. Bridal party members should
follow suit. The bride and groom usually
thank each guest for attending.
After all the guests have been received,
the group heads to the bridal table. You can
Styling details
flatter the figure
Are you tall and thin? Short and bosomy?
Of medium height, with a long torso? Broad -
shouldered? a bit thick in the. middle?
Whatever your figure type, there's a wed- '
ding dress that's right for you. There are
also wedding dresses that are wrong for
you, points out the Bride's Wedding Planner
(Conde Nast Publications).
If you're short, says the planner, shop for
dresses with neat seams or lace appliques
that run lengthwise. Consider empire,
princess or A-line dresses with small collars
and cuffs and a trim neckline.
Tall, slim women should look for dresses
with a trim that wraps all around, wide
belts, wide collars and cuffs,• raglan or but-
terfly sleeves, low necklines - both front and
back - and flared or tiered skirts.
Full -figured women should consider a
carefully fitted princess line or loosely
shaped style that just skims the body. Avoid
fabrics that cling. Focus on gowns with
slender sleeves, V- or U-shaped necklines,
and graceful skirts with fullness at the front
and sides.
If you're thick in the middle, aim for the
slimming effects of a lifted bodice and A-
line skirt. Avoid thick sashes and tight
waists.
Broadshouldered? Look for dresses with
set-in sleeves, low Vs or high covered necks.
Shy away froth puffed or leg o' mutton
sleeves, broad collars.
Women with narrow shoulders are advis-
ed to seek a gown with a bare or widely
curved . neckline, or to wear a cape or
capelet. A broader look to the shoulders can
also be achieved by sleeves that gather at
the top.
Bosomy types should seek V-shaped, U-.
shaped, or high necklines and avoid cinched
waists, empires that rise high under the
bust, and clingy jerseys.
If you're wide at the hips, let an A-line or
gently flared skirt slim them. Balance the
look by choosing a broad collar and puffy
sleeves.
be flexible here, but traditionally the wed-
ding party is the only group to sit here.
Spouses, parents and the clergyman, if in
attendance, usually sit at a separate table.
If a buffet is served, the bride and groom
usually lead off the trip to the food, followed
by the rest of the wectding party, the parents
and then the guests.
If a sit—down dinner is part of your recep-
tion, the wedding party is served first.
Cutting the cake is one of those tunes that
all the camera bugs are waiting for and time
should be set aside to allow everyone to get
his camera ready. Usually it is done just
before dessert is served. One of the party, or
the master of ceremonies, should announce
to the guests that the cake -cutting is upcom-
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