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Ask the Editor: Are substitute guests acceptable?
I am the mother of the bride, and we are having a small wedding. We are limiting the guest list to immediate family and only the very closest of friends. The groom is inviting his aunt and uncle, but because…
Ask the Editor: Can a guest wear white to a wedding?
Are guests still supposed to avoid wearing white to a wedding, or is it acceptable now? –Alissa, Coos Bay, OR
While some say that this rule has gone away along with other Victorian-era traditions, it is still best to wear…
Ask the Editor: Estranged family on the guest list?
My husband and his son are not currently speaking. My son is getting married, and he and his stepbrother aren’t close. Do we still invite him to the wedding? I don’t want to be rude by excluding him, but I…
Ask the Editor: How Do I Cut the Guest List?
My fiancée and I would love to have a large wedding, but our budget is limited. If we cut the guest list, who do we cut?—Zach, Madison, WI
First, if you are trying to have a more lavish affair, and…
Deciding to Invite Children
The debate over whether or not to invite children can be a difficult one, especially if a large number of your potential guests have children. Many factors can play into your decision, such as the level of formality at your…
Small or Large Wedding?
Choose a small wedding if:
You have a very small budget and can only afford a very basic ceremony and reception.
You only have a small group of friends and family. In the Facebook age, we seem to think that…
Ask the Editor: Should I Attend My Gay Brother’s Wedding?
My brother is gay and getting married to his long-term boyfriend. I’m religious and don’t approve of his lifestyle, or gay marriage in general. We still see each other regularly and I am always polite to his boyfriend, but both…
Ask the Editor: Child Not Invited to Wedding
I just got the invitation to my friend’s wedding, and both my husband and I are on the invitation, but there is no mention of my daughter. She is very well-behaved and will be hurt to not be invited. Should…
Ask the Editor: Can You Invite Guests to Just the Reception?
Can people be invited to just the ceremony or reception, but not both?—Risa, Austin, TX
This question comes up most often for those having a destination wedding. While it is problematic to invite many people to your wedding, but much…
Deciding on a Guest List
The bride and groom should sit down and form a list, organized by priority. The first priority guests, or non-negotiable invitations, are people such as immediate family and very close friends. Second-priority guests are extended family, and friends. Third-priority would…
Gay Wedding Guest List
As more states continue to legalize gay marriage, an issue for many gay couples is whether or not to invite friends and family who don’t approve of their “lifestyle.” The etiquette surrounding gay marriage is new, but some things are…
Guest Etiquette Basics
When you receive your invite, check your calendar, and if necessary, inquire with your work about time off, check into travel arrangements, etc. You should RSVP with immediacy. Do not let it sit in a pile with your other mail. …
Ask the Editor: Who gets a “Plus One?”
Am I required to let anyone I invite to the wedding bring a date?–Tifanie, Boston, MA
In a perfect world, wedding budgets would be limitless and everyone could bring a date. However, all too often guest lists need trimming. You…
Invitation Etiquette: The Stand-By List
In this economy, many couples are opting for an affordable way to invite as many people as possible to their wedding. One such way they are doing this is creating a “stand-by” list. Once they receive their early RSVPs, they…
Unexpected Additional RSVPs
If someone RSVPs with an unexpected additional guest, it is your choice as to how to proceed. Generally, it’s best to set some guidelines when making your guest list and to stick to them as much as possible. The more…
Seating Charts 101 – Putting Everyone in Their Place
Photography by Sarah K Chen- see more at www.sarahkchen.com
It’s a common cliché in the wedding planning world: the headache that comes with mapping out your seating arrangements for the reception. Playing matchmaker isn’t always as fun as you…
William Fogler Handles the Unexpected Guests at Your Wedding
Photography by Anna Kuperberg
Whether it’s wedding etiquette questions, info on the latest styles and trends, or timeless advice, our in-house wedding designer William has the answers.Have a burning question about your big day? Send it to us at:…
Kid-Friendly Wedding (Part 2): Activities to Keep the Kids Happy
If the kid to adult ratio at your wedding is a bit larger than you initially anticipated take the necessary steps to plan accordingly. After you’re sure the day will run smoothly for the wee ones (and yourself), you’ll…
William Fogler Talks about Seating Arrangements with Divorced Parents
Whether it’s wedding etiquette questions, info on the latest styles and trends, or timeless advice, our in-house wedding designer William has the answers.Have a burning question about your big day? Send it to us at: info@mywedding.com or tweet it…
Fish, Beef or Chicken Nuggets? How to Accommodate your Pint-Sized Guests!
Photography by whitebox weddings – see more at www.whiteboxweddings.com
Whether or not to invite children to your wedding can be a dilemma of unforeseen magnitude. Everyone, it seems, has an opinion and is not afraid to voice it. Loudly.…
Sharing The Love
Photography by Anna Kuperberg – see more at www.annakuperberg.com
I love small weddings. An intimate ceremony of forty or fewer affords possibilities that just can’t happen in a large gathering. When you have a small wedding your guests can…
Wedding Planner Expert with What to Wear to a Wedding
Question:
Can you please categorize the different attire formalities and what each one of those mean for guests?
Wedding Planner Expert, Jessica Adler of JA Special Events and Weddings answers this:
Knowing what to wear to a wedding or…
Kid-Friendly Wedding (Part 1): Planning for Success
If a good number of your guests are 18 and under, you may want to consider taking steps to planning a kid-friendly wedding. Having a lot of kids at your wedding can be fun and endearing, but in order…
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