FI and I are aiming for a relaxed reception that just feels like a party, and I was really hoping for an environment that makes everyone feel comfortable to let loose and have a blast. But, FI and I aren't really 'group' people, which means that many of our friends won't really know each other at the wedding. I know that everyone we'd be inviting is someone that is truly happy for us, but I was wondering whether that would significantly affect the level of fun everyone has. Of course the most important part of the day is that we will be married, but I'd like it to be a true (and raucous
) celebration of that. Most of the weddings I've been to were comprised of the bride and groom's respective 'groups,' so obviously there was an extra level of shared memories, inside jokes, etc. But for the ladies who have been through it already, did anybody have a wedding that didn't involve a guestlist that already had known each other for years? Did people still get into it and let loose with each other? ETA - or for those whose guests were already all friends, do you think that *made* the party? I'd love to hear everyone's stories
tia!