With weddings nowadays, it’s almost like you have to be a cultural anthropologist or something, meaning you have to be able to notice trends, really dig into what people are into, and lastly do your best to implement them so your guests soak it all in. It can get a little dizzying to follow at times and it feels like you have to get your master’s to know what these wedding analysts are talking about half the time! If you’re planning a wedding or an event anytime soon, you best look to the Internet or wedding blogs to fill your head with that party knowledge – or you can just let us at Total Entertainment do the thinking and planning for you! Two 2015 trends that have been shaking the wedding planning industry are an anti-radio DJ and anti-nightclub reception streak, as discussed in Huff Post Weddings.
Danielle Rothweiler writes, “There has been an influx of radio DJs being used at weddings. These DJs may play great music on the radio, but their personalities don’t translate well at a wedding. They aren’t great working with a timeline, and will frequently derail the timing of the entire event just to play music. This can have adverse affects on the food and the rest of the affair. Instead, work with a seasoned professional who works with events.”
Radio DJs, while well respected, may actually create a more disjointed wedding atmosphere. This is, according to Rothweiler, due to their overreliance on music. Music at a wedding reception is great of course, but not at the expense of conversation and people being able to enjoy the romantic occasion. In addition, depending on music is no compensation for lacking a personality. Wedding guests want to be able to connect and bond with the DJ – remember this is the man or woman holding together the mood of the entire evening. You need someone you can trust. A DJ creating a disjointed atmosphere leads nicely into our next trend: nightclub atmosphere.
Yes, there are couples who believe the recipe to a successful reception is to create a nightclub vibe. Sure nightclubs are fun, but they can also be grimy and prone to people getting and out of control. Do you really want that kind of atmosphere at your wedding? Of course, you don’t – sure, the drinking is fine, but within reason; you don’t want people throwing fists and drinks. Sure, the dancing is fine, but within reason; you don’t want couples bumping and grinding while there are kids around. Remember to think classy when it comes to your wedding reception. This is about romance, the love between you and your partner; you ought to respect that – and at Total Entertainment, we can help you with that.
