What happens at the "sunday brunch"? Am I expected to have one?

My mum said I should have one and open gifts in front of guests, especially for people who have traveled.. I'm not sure about it. Is this a thing that modern couples do?

Lucinda C

Question Asked: 7/02/2017

Wedding Date: 6/10/2018

Wedding Location: Moore Park, NSW 2021

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Windwood Events

(6) · Sydney, Central Coast, Hunter Valley, Southern Highlands, Canberra, Blue Mountains

Posted: 1/03/2017

Hi Lucinda,I have found that "Sunday Brunches" are becoming more popular. Its a great way to have a relaxed and casual get together with close family and friends, where you get to talk about the wedding, your honeymoon, open gifts and also a lovely way to finish of the festivities of your wedding weekend. It doesn't have to be a huge affair, just something simple. If your mum is keen for you to have one, maybe that could be something she could help organise for you and then it wouldnt feel like another thing you have to do.....Congratulation and best wishes for your special day!

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Tie The Knot Wedding and Events

(0) · Sydney, Penrith, Blue Mountains and Surrounds

Posted: 10/02/2017

dear Lucinda This is becoming more popular I believe It's nice to have a relaxing brunch the next morning as husband and wifewith family and close friends A lot people that do this it's usually a destination wedding where a lot of people have traveled for the wedding and stay over night close by I guess you would have to see how many people would come the next morning and if it's worth it ,:) good luck

EventZen

(7) · Sydney Area & Suburbs

Posted: 9/02/2017

Hi Lucinda, Congrats on your engagement! Sunday brunches aren't that common but I find that if couples do decide to hold one, it is mainly for close friends and family, not the whole wedding. Personally, I am not a fan of opening gifts in front of others, I think it's something special the two of you should do together after the wedding. It also saves your guests any potential embarrassment if someone has bought the same or similar present to someone else! I also think a personalised Thank You card to each of your guests after the wedding is the way to go! All the best!Natalie - EventZen

Simone Ross wedding consultant

(2) · Newcastle / Hunter Valley / Port Stephens and surrounding areas

Posted: 9/02/2017

Hi Lucinda,Great question! It's not common to have a Sunday brunch but many people do decide to have one. It can be a good thing if you are not going on your honeymoon straight away, and it gives your guests another day to enjoy the celebrations and congratulate the newlyweds. Some people use this to open gifts and thank guests, it is a good idea if you have a few people who have travelled. Hope this helps!Kind Regards Simone - Elegant Dream Wedding & Event

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