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How do you handle unexpected guests who show up on the wedding day?
- BrideonaBudget (Twitter follower)
Dear BrideonaBudget,
Assuming your surprise guest is truly unexpected (rather than unwanted), I would apply the “Golden Rule.” Strive to greet this person as graciously as your expected guests. The most polite thing is to simply accommodate this guest kindly and without any dispute.
If the scenario is one in which the seating and meal are maxed out, suggest to the newcomer that they return after the meal to enjoy the dancing portion of the evening.
Now if the guest is truly unwanted (such as a bitter jealous ex-boyfriend or delusional third cousin once removed) then your best bet is to let someone else handle the situation directly. The bride and groom should choose either the planner or caterer (or even the best man) to handle the situation. In a worst-case scenario, the facility manager or security should handle the matter.
No matter what, an unexpected guest should not ruin your day.
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My fiance’s parents are divorced and both remarried. Do we sit ALL of our parents together at the reception/ceremony?? Including mine? I don’t want anyone to feel excluded and place them entirely apart. I’m so confused at what to do…-Cecelia Haskie, Facebook fan
Miss Haskie,
Divorced families often pose interesting dynamics for a big family event such a wedding; it is very kind of you to consider the feelings of all the parties involved.
I recommend seating each group at their own tables with other guests they enjoy. For instance, seat your groom’s father and step-mother with a group of their friends or appropriate immediate family. You can then place their tables around your head table to maintain their prominent distinction.
Seating guests appropriately is very important when it comes to these situations. A proper seating arrangement will help make everyone more comfortable, allowing them to share in the joy of your day.
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I am doing Eggplant and Cornflower, Eggplant being the main color- how can I use cornflower as my accent color without everything being too matchy, matchy? – Karen Marie, Facebook fan
Dear Miss Marie,
You have selected a very rich and versatile color combination for your wedding design. Depending on the season and style you are going to have many options with this scheme.
A few ideas to consider:
- Get crazy. Add a bit of turquoise, hot pink or orange for a punch. They’ll bring the combination to life (depending, of course, on the look you are going for).
- Balance the combination out with a neutral, such as white, cream or silver.
- Switch it around by alternating your dominant and accent colors, so cornflower would occasionally be your dominant color with a touch of eggplant.
- Try going monochromatic, using pretty much all eggplant with just a hint of cornflower or vice versa.
Above all, don’t worry about being matchy-matchy and just have fun with your colors. Mix in a little color surprise here and there and you will be sure to impress.
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