Discussions from Etiquette and Advice

I was invited to a wedding across the country that I can’t attend (it’s for a distant friend who I haven’t seen in over a decade). I heard from the family that it costs $1,200/plate, and...

We are older and don't need the sort of things one would put in a registry. Straight up asking for cash on a website feels a little rude...I've gone to a few weddings where there was a honeyfund and...

I'm getting married in May 2023 and I was wondering when brides typically ask their friends to be bridesmaids? I've read online that a recommended timeline is 8-12 months before your wedding. I feel...

Hey there, So I just have a question for you guys. I see ALOT of incredibly rude comments when people throw around the idea of doing a cash bar. Its almost like jumping into a pool full of paranas...

Seeking ideas for a friend who is going to be the MOH in another friend's wedding. MOH is not a fan of the groom and is having trouble thinking of what to say in her speech. She has ideas to talk...

Hi, bit of a last minute one. A close friend of mine is getting married and he's an avid whiskey enjoyer. I was hoping of bringing him a fine (very fine!) 30 year bottle. Is this ok? Does it come off...

First the plus one issue - we were very "stingy" per say on who we put on our guest list because we both have bigger families and an extended Fire Department family making the guest list within budget...

I'm attending a Wedding Shower in August and then the actual wedding in September (for the same couple). They included the names of the places where they are registered on the invitation to the...

Hi ladies Half in need of practical advice and half venting due to disappointment and stress. We booked our venue in 2019 in Costa Rica for a 2021 wedding. Two houses, one larger one smaller. Small...

I am getting married at the end of the month and wanted to know the etiquette on inviting more guests. We had originally planned for a wedding of 100 people because of the pandemic. Our original list...

My niece and nephew will be playing roles in our wedding ceremony (flower girl and ring bearer, respectively). However, we are not having guests bring children to the ceremony or reception. What is...

Anyone have similar feelings about their guests list?

What's your stance on reciprocal wedding invites? Did you automatically add them to your guest list if you were invited to their wedding? Or did it depend on how long ago their wedding was? Next...

How much of your family made the guest list? Are you inviting cousins? Second cousins? Where did you draw the line on relations? Are you sticking with immediate family only, going all-in on the entire...

Do any of you wear your engagement ring on your right hand? I really can't stand being told which hand I should wear my ring due to "traditions" and "insecurities". I like wearing mine on my right...

Ok allow me to explain (it's a doozy, I'm sorry in advance but thank you for any advice given!!) - I'm getting married next January (2022), and my best friend from college (& one of my...

I am having late night stress about my fiancé s few single friends or some are supposedly talking to girls but anyway I do not want extra people there we do not know or them to invite someone just...

Hey all My wedding was last Oct. It was rushed and my health was not well. Long story short I hated everything about it ... Video ... Dress... EVERYTHING !! Anywho would it be tacky to do a huge 1 yr...