Your wedding day is over, but the festivities don’t have to be! So, what if your wedding celebration lasted for a night, you can still continue the celebration the next day, just by hosting a post-wedding brunch for all your near and dear ones!
A post-wedding brunch is not only a way to stretch out the fun with your loved ones whom you rarely see, but it is also a sweet gesture chosen by you to help your attendees recuperate after a memorable evening of celebration or partying into the early morning hours! After all, mimosas, freshly brewed coffee and donuts (especially when most of them are battling with headaches) are a perfect meal after the hangover of a celebratory night! Well, if these selections are not much of your type, you can always get creative with your post-wedding brunch menu, the choice is all yours, darling!
One of the greatest perks for a couple for throwing a post-wedding brunch is that there are no strict rules, design-wise (or otherwise, for that matter!). She can tweak it as per your choice! If you are also planning a post-wedding brunch, you can have fun with colors, flowers, and much more! In fact, you can use some of your wedding day decorations in your post-wedding brunch too! So, for all the couples who are planning a memorable and delicious post-wedding brunch for all their loved ones, we have curated some incredible ideas and tips for you to get inspired!
Have a look at them and enjoy the post-wedding brunch extravaganza to the fullest!
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Keep It Simple and Classy
For all the brides who are planning a post-wedding brunch for all their guests, here is a tip for you to host a memorable post-wedding brunch that will leave all your guests in amazement! Simplicity is the key, so for all the classic brides out there, make sure that when you are inviting your guests to celebrate with you and your brand new partner the day following your wedding, always feel free to keep it simple! Simple and elegant, are the two characteristics that speak for themselves! The reason we are saying to keep it simple is that everyone really just wants to get together to relive the magic of the celebration from the memorable evening before. So, if you will be able to offer everyone a stunning and relaxed place to chill and sit, followed by some delicious and frothy coffee, some fresh fruits, some biscuits and cookies, and a bit of protein, we can assure you that your guests will be head over heels filled with happiness to sit and reminisce with you and your darling!
Don’t Waste Your Wedding Day Florals, Recycle Them
Well, planning a post-wedding brunch is indeed a great way to say thank you and goodbye to all your guests! This sweet gesture of yours will fill your guests’ hearts with so much love and warmth! Well, we are pretty much sure that your wedding day decor had so many beautiful and lovely seasonal flowers that not only elevated your entire wedding day decor but also lent incredible backdrops for stunning wedding pictures! Henceforth, your post-wedding brunch is a great opportunity for you to reuse your wedding florals! All you have to do is switch out the containers to create a fresh and classic look for your post-wedding brunch! Your florals from your wedding day when used to decor the setting of your post-wedding brunch with a bit of twist will not only look alluring and whimsical but will create a setting that will be romantic and inviting!
Always Elect for Intimate Setting
Your wedding celebration was indeed a luxurious celebration that your wedding guests will cherish for years to come! So, for your post-wedding brunch keep it quite intimate as a celebratory brunch of just your close ones and family members! Opting for an intimate and small post-wedding brunch will give you ample time to spend with all your loved ones before you head to start the new chapter of your life! So, make the best of this time to reminisce on all the great wedding memories and show all the love and appreciation to all the people who helped to plan the big and special day of your life in every possible way!
Curating a Playful Dessert Will Be an Ideal Choice
Don’t be afraid to start the morning with something delicious and sweet! The reason we are saying to start your post-wedding brunch with sweets is that sweet breakfast treats are key to happy and smiling guests! You can elevate your post-wedding brunch with a treat made from local ingredients that perfectly spotlights your day and also the location that you have decided for your post-wedding brunch! For your post-wedding brunch dessert, there are endless options for you to choose from. In fact, you can ask your caterer to prepare some of the sweet desserts ahead, or you can put them together in the morning before your family and friends arrive! If you had a fall wedding, here is a classic dessert idea for your fall-inspired post-wedding brunch! Consider adding blood orange cake along with some freshly brewed strong coffee! This combination will not only leave all your loved ones wanting more but will gracefully bring in the fall vibes in the most beautiful ways to your post-wedding brunch!
If you are looking to add something sweet, but not too sweet, you can consider binging on blueberry biscuits rather than muffins! Serve these crispy and really delicious biscuits with pats of butter. We can assure you that your gluten-intolerant guests will definitely love them! You can also add almond scones to your post-wedding brunch dessert menu! All these options would undoubtedly go well with an English breakfast tea!
An Authentic Picnic Experience Will be a Great Option
Well, there is no denying the fact that everyone loves a good old-fashioned picnic! So, plan your post-wedding brunch to match this theme and make everyone excited for the morning after your wedding day! Throwing a beautiful, simple garden picnic is indeed a whimsical alternative to the traditional brunch setup that will surely leave a lasting impression on the hearts and minds of your guests! No matter whether you are planning for an indoor picnic-style post-wedding brunch or want to have it in the great outdoors surrounded by natural beauty all around, just simple picnic style tables and simple to serve food that everyone loves will make your post-wedding brunch an incredible celebration! For the menu, think of fresh berries, warm baked bread with jams and cheese, and other tasty yet easy menu items to match up with the style of your post-wedding brunch! Here is a piece of advice, if you have decided to have an outdoor picnic-style post-wedding brunch, whatever garden furniture is available, overflow seating can be a mix of patterned blankets with throw pillows to bring in the true essence of picnic vibes! And lastly, make it a casual kind of celebration so that all your invitees can come as they are the morning after your big and unforgettable wedding day celebration!
Planning a Wholesome Menu Will Be a Great Decision
Offering a healthy and hearty breakfast is very much needed after a long night of dancing and celebration! These days, when it comes to post-wedding brunch ideas, healthy is all the rage! With so many people being more and more health-conscious, the breakfast food ideas include options like veggie-filled frittata, quiche, or even grilled vegetables and smoked salmon along with some fresh-pressed juices that will really help in the tiring recovery! You can also add some fresh berries to your post-wedding brunch wedding menu as they are an incredible source of antioxidants!
For a more traditional brunch party healthy menu, consider adding vegetable hashes instead of fried potatoes or some turkey sausages instead of bacon and pork sausage!
When it comes to choosing a wholesome menu for your post-wedding brunch, there are always some classic options available! Well, everyone loves their breakfast food. So, bring in some fun time-tested brunch ideas like waffles, pancakes, and so delicious french toasts as they are all time and always everyone’s favorites! Don’t worry, these classic breakfast foods don’t have to be humdrum or old news, either.
To bring in some modern twist to your wholesome menu, you can think of a waffle bar with various different kinds of fruits, nuts, shaved coconut, and other toppings for your guests to choose from! Or you can also make it a bit more chic and unique with a crepe bar! Crepes are indeed very versatile and thus satisfy a wide range of taste buds! You can highlight brunch crepes with mascarpone, capers, spinach, and lox for your post-wedding menu. For guests with a sweet tooth: strawberry, banana crepes a la mode, bananas foster crepes, or crepes with Nutella.
Crafts Keepsakes Are Indeed the Best
Don’t forget to give your post-wedding brunch guests a keepsake that they can enjoy for years to come by. You can simply do this by incorporating potted herbs and lovely boxwood into the wedding florals on the big day and then reuse them for the morning at post-wedding brunch to give to your guests. Trust us all your loved ones will definitely love a lovely and warming gift which they can enjoy in their homes and gardens! This way they will remember your celebration every day! To make it more personalized you can consider adding a personalized tag or a sweet thank you note within the pot for an extra special loving touch!
Fork-Free Foods are a Big Trend These Days
Plan to bring in fork-free food if you really want to eliminate the possibility of a formal brunch setup altogether! Like the foods that your guests can easily transport! You can consider bringing in some stuffed, handheld crepes to offer great options for your guests who want to say their goodbyes, but are also headed out the door! Adding food that doesn’t require any fork or spoon will offer the best of both worlds to your guests by saying early goodbyes to your post-wedding brunch friends and families, while also savoring some delicious food on their way! It will indeed be a smart move opted by you for your post-wedding brunch!
Don’t Forget to Set Up A Bar
If you are planning on adding alcohol for your post-wedding brunch affair, we can assure you that setting up a bar will definitely woo all your guests! We love bars and your guests will also love bars! So, if you are planning on setting up a bar, make sure you are bringing in a variety of mixers for your champagne or a do-it-yourself! Think about a Bloody Mary bar where your guests can mix and match and create their own desired custom cocktail!
Well, when we say bar, we especially do not mean that it has to be an alcohol bar! You can also have coffee and tea bars for your post-wedding brunch! Never underestimate the power of a good coffee or tea! It is a go-to item the next day, so why not play it up?"
Embrace A Muted Color Palette for Your Post-Wedding Brunch
To keep the vibes of your post-wedding brunch mellow and grounded, always go for muted tones in floral! Muted tones of floral choice will keep your post-wedding celebration casual and elegant in every possible way! Here is a pro-tip: you can avoid going over the top as it will only bring in the relaxed vibes which is a must after a lavish wedding celebration your wedding guests enjoyed the previous night!
Add Non-Brunch Food To the Menu
Well, if by chance you are planning to have your post-wedding brunch later in the day, then you can consider adding non-breakfast foods to your post-wedding brunch menu! Your guests will most likely be very hungry the next morning, so offering them a wide variety and endless choices of food that does not necessarily come under the breakfast category will surely make their day! You can never be able to measure the level of happiness and the appreciation that you will be getting for this incredible food menu choice from all your invitees!
Go for Natural Hair and Makeup
After a previous day full of nail appointments, makeup looks, and stunning updos, try and spend your post-wedding morning brunch feeling and looking as relaxed and carefree as possible! You can choose to have a natural hairdo with a soft natural lip with glowing dewy fresh skin! Even if you are planning to bring in a little glamour to your post-wedding brunch, you don’t need to be afraid to tone down the other components of your beauty routine!
Summing everything up! There is no denying the fact that having a post-wedding brunch is indeed the best way to cap off your wedding day. It is indeed a memorable way that your guests will love and remember your wedding day and all the related celebrations for years to come! Because your post-wedding brunch is the final time that you and your darling will be spending with your guests before you both set off on your romantic honeymoon! And for that reason, you will definitely want to make it special and unforgettable! Keep in mind the above-mentioned tips and have a stunning and post-wedding brunch extravaganza!
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