Wedding dress codes are notoriously difficult to figure out for those who aren’t accustom to the rules. Just when you think you have it figured out after surviving another wedding season, you have a loved one’s winter nuptials instead. Suddenly your go-to knee-length frock no longer seems appropriate. When it comes to destination eve... More »
As divorce becomes less stigmatized in society, so have second weddings. Gone are the days when an encore bride should feel obligated to have a quick ceremony at city hall if that’s not what the couple wants. Nowadays, the general public accepts that it’s perhaps better to start fresh than languish in an unhappy or even abusive ... More »
If you are getting married, there is a pretty strong chance that you have been in a wedding yourself. Therefore you have some idea of how your bridesmaids should or should not be treated, because the memories are still fairly fresh in your mind. However, fewer people are ever flower girls than they are bridesmaids, and if you were a flower girl,... More »
Though it would be fun to place the blame at the feet of Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn, stars of the 2005 movie Wedding Crashers, the truth is wedding and party crashers have been a nuisance since there were events to crash. A party crasher is always an annoyance, but the amount of time, money, and emotion that goes into someone’s... More »
A traditional bridal party will have a few bridesmaids and groomsmen, as well as a flower girl and ring bearer. But sometimes a bride will have a much younger sister, an older niece, or even a cousin or family friend they are close to in spirit, if not in age. Girls who are too old to be a flower girl but too young to be a bridesmaid can wind up... More »
Photo by Jasmine Star Being invited to someone’s wedding is an honor. You are clearly close enough to the couple (or their parents) that they want you to witness their ceremony and celebrate their special day. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t also responsibilities as a guest. Not only do you have to dress and behave app... More »
Photo by Inije Photography; Planning & Design by By BrianGreen Whether you’re in a serious relationship or just started seeing someone, being included as a plus one for a wedding can be intimidating – especially if you have never met or barely know the couple. You want to have a good time without negatively impacting the bi... More »
Photo by Karlisch Photography; Planning & Design by DFW Events; Floral Design by Bella Flora of Dallas Being asked to stand as someone’s bridesmaid is an honor, but as many women know, it can also be a bit of a hassle with a lot of responsibilities. However, once you accept the duty, you want to make sure you’re a goo... More »
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How to Address Wedding Invitations for Unmarried Couples
Photo by Erika Delgado Inviting people to your wedding can be lots of fun, as it shows the day is quickly approaching and may make the whole thing feel more real. However, it is here where you will have the trickiest waters to navigate in terms of etiquette: who to invite, the question to include a plus one or not, and more. Now that many ... More »
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When Are Your Supposed to Write Thank-You Notes?
Photo by Steve Steinhardt Though it is far from the purpose of tying the knot and hosting a reception, one additional benefit of having a wedding is all the gifts you receive from loved ones. Of course, with these generous presents comes the task of writing thank-you cards for all of them. As much as we know it’s the right thing to do, th... More »
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