Etiquette and Advice
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My mother taught me that it's rude not to hand write the addresses on your wedding invitations. But my handwriting isn't that great, and a calligrapher quoted me $4 per invitation. Is it old...
Opinions on 18k vs 14k white gold? Also does anyone have experience with Hearts on Fire engagement rings?
Hi ladies! So I had not considered offering pre-ceremony drinks to my guests ( I didn't know that was a thing!) until I saw it mentioned on a thread somewhere yesterday, but I thought it was a great...
Who do you include grandparents in purchasing wedding flowers? also, is it necessary to have a rehearsal dinner?
I saw a comment about making guests the priority and it really stood out to me. I have tried to plan everything with my guests in mind. But im wondering if anyone has any special ideas to really make...
I'm worried that some of FH's family that RSVP'd No will show up at the wedding. Or that some of his family who we were told were not allowed to bring 10 extra people, will actually bring some of...
Lost my ring last week and still it is nowhere to be found. I am absolutely heart broken . My FH keeps saying he'll buy me a new one and not to be sad because it's okay but I want my original ring...
Hi, I have an amazing stylist doing my wedding day hair - but should she get an invite? My FH & I have both been going to her for 8 years. We don't go out socially, just see her at salon. Weird to...
Would love your ideas for wedding bathroom essentials basket... any nice pre-mades out there for both men and ladies rooms? or at least a list of what I should include. Appreciate any recommendations....
Need some advice! About 4 weeks before my wedding, a very good friend is getting married and she's having a Henna event. I really want to participate, but I'm a little nervous about the Henna all...
I'm seeing a lot of ppl on my fb having stock the bar parties. If you are thinking about doing one, please don't. Asking people for anything (money, alcohol) for your wedding is TACKY. That is all.
What's the average size of a bridesmaid bouquet? The ones I'm looking at are 10.5inches long and 7inches in diameter. All my BM are petite so I'm thinking this size is ok. Does that sound about right?...
Do your parents get along or hang out with your SO parents? Let me start by saying ours get along, but don't do much besides when we're all together. FH is upset bc he feels our parents don't do...
My fiancé and I have divorced parents. My dad will be walking me down the aisle and my mom is remarried (has been for several years) and will walk down with my stepdad. However, my fiancé's parents...
My fiancé and I hate dancing. We're both very bad and don't necessarily want all eyes on us dancing all night long. I also do not want to have a father-daughter dance. My dad will be there and will...
Hi all, I'm just wondering if it is proper etiquette to include a menu of our dinner selections as an enclosure card? The reason I ask if because we will be having a dinner reception at a restaurant,...
So my wedding is next October, the theme is rustic/country and I'm just trying to figure out what would be the best for my FH, myself and our guest. He joking said let's do cupcakes and the bride I am...
So my dad passed away 2 years ago (not long after I got engaged). I'm going to have my older brother walk me down the aisle and dance with me in the absence of my dad. Any suggestions on a good song?...
Hello everyone! Finalizing some details and trying to set aside some money for tips .. do I have to tip the MC , photographer, officiant and Dj? If so.. what would be appropriate ?