People planning to tie the knot are increasingly looking to hold wedding receptions that reflect their personal tastes, instead of following conventional patterns that don't have much character.
The norms of a usual celebration begin with the newlyweds entering the reception hall and taking center stage in seats sandwiched by a matchmaking couple.
A go-between then makes introductory remarks about the couple, followed by congratulatory speeches by guests. Toasts are proposed and the feast lasts for more than two hours. The menu, too, is conventional.