Wedding Etiquette - Your Most Common Wedding Etiquette Dilemmas Solved
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Wedding Etiquette: Solving Your Top Dilemmas
Summary:
Weddings often lead to a plethora of etiquette questions. As traditions adapt over time, it’s easy to become confused by the evolving rules. Here’s a quick guide to navigate the five most common wedding etiquette dilemmas: Family Etiquette, Invitation Etiquette, Gift Etiquette, Attire Etiquette, and The Cash Bar Issue.Family Etiquette
Introducing Parents
Traditionally, if the bride and groom's parents haven’t met, the groom's family initiates contact. Nowadays, who makes the first move matters less. The goal is for both families to connect. If meeting in person isn’t feasible, a call or letter works too.
Divorced Parents
If the groom's parents are divorced, the parent closest to him should first meet the bride’s family. If both sets are divorced, the closest parent to either the bride or groom should start the introductions. The couple can facilitate meetings to avoid awkwardness.
Involving In-Laws
Groom’s parents might feel left out. Include them early in planning discussions about the wedding’s location, date, size, and style. Inquire about their desired involvement and keep them updated throughout your engagement.
Invitation Etiquette
Inviting Partners and Guests
If a guest is married, engaged, or living with someone, include their partner's name on the invitation. It’s considerate to allow single guests to bring a date, though not essential. If possible, include the intended date’s name; otherwise, “And Guest” suffices.
Guest Requests for Plus-Ones
Ideally, guests shouldn’t ask to bring someone. If they’re engaged or cohabiting and you weren’t aware, extend an additional invitation.
Out-of-Town Guests
Decide based on closeness whether to invite distant guests. If they’re truly important, an invitation shows you value them. If not, it can seem like a gift solicitation. When in doubt, consider sending a wedding announcement instead.
Gift-Giving Etiquette
Weddings are gift-giving occasions, but remember to feel privileged, not entitled. Here are some key points:
1. Don’t mention gifts or registries on invitations.
2. Share registry details through word of mouth, wedding websites, or shower invitations.
3. Asking for cash gifts is only appropriate through word of mouth.
4. Honeymoon registries are acceptable.
5. Hold off using gifts until after the wedding.
6. Return all gifts if the wedding is canceled or annulled before living together.
7. Gifts for vow renewals or encore weddings are a nice gesture but not required.
8. No specific amount is necessary for gifts; the "cover your plate" idea is impractical.
Attire Etiquette
Wedding attire rules have evolved, but some guidelines remain:
* Match the formality of the bridesmaids’ dresses with the wedding gown’s style.
* Evening weddings call for suits or black tie for men and sophisticated dresses for women.
* Female guests may wear black but never white.
The Cash Bar Issue
Weddings are costly, but hosting a cash bar is considered poor form. Treat your guests by:
* Offering a soft bar with champagne, beer, and wine.
* Choosing venues allowing you to bring your own drinks, saving money and allowing for returns.
* Reducing the guest list to significantly cut costs.
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