Discussions from Etiquette and Advice

Hello all. I am just looking for advice, my fiancé's parent is terminally ill and will not make it to our wedding planned for fall 2017. He would like to do a private ceremony for our immediate family...

So I am going to two different places to try dresses on tomorrow (Saturday), so today I went to get some shapewear. I'm plus-sized and knew I would feel more confident with something to smoothe out my...

So I know a few of you lovely ladies are not fans of the idea of asking bridesmaids to be bridesmaids in big ways with gifts etc. However how do you feel about Flower Girls? My best friend since we...

Hey all, I've never been to one, so what all goes into a cake and punch reception? (besides, obviously, the cake and punch) Are apps and other food expected? it'll probably be about 3pm I'm asking...

Looking to do something original for my wonderful BMs and MOH

So I'm just curious on ring etiquette. I was under the assumption that when you get engaged you wear your engagement on your left ring finger, and when you tie the knot, your FH places a band on your...

I didn't know that the bride and groom usually buy their parents gifts! Is this traditional? FH & I had never heard of it. Is it usually done as a thank you for paying for the wedding? We are paying...

I am 12 days away from our wedding and I am completely calm. I mean I'm stressed about planning the final details, but in terms of the wedding I'm totally calm and excited for it and the honeymoon. Is...

So while planning and talking about my wedding it feels weird to keep saying "groomsmen" since I am marrying a woman, there is no groom. I feel like it's validating the fact that so many people say...

For any of those other brides who suffer from severe anxiety, I wrote a blog post reflecting on the planning process from the perspective of a wife. I hope some of you find it helpful--and maybe even...

Has anyone ever gotten married at the Inn at New Hyde Park in New Hyde Park, NY on a Saturday afternoon? We have had several issues with changes to our contracts, mistakes, typos and miscommunications...

I'm seeing a lot of later weddings (and far fewer early ones) mentioned on the forums, and I'm just wondering if we are doing something impolite by planning a 2:30 ceremony? The invites aren't ordered...

So me and my honey were talking "wedding talk" and I asked him.. "how will he get to the alter?" My questions you all is... How will your FH get to the alter? I know hell be down there when you're...

FH and I received a STD from his close friend about 2 months ago and it included 2 seats that we RSVP'd for his wedding. FH just received the invitation to his wedding for sept 10th this week and he...

I have been searching and searching for bridesmaid dresses and have not found any that I love. Also, I have the issue that some dresses won't look good on all of my bridesmaids. I stumbled upon the...

I had been back and forth on changing my name or not. We are getting married out of state so got our marriage license this week (not sure if we'll be back up there together before the wedding, and in...

We both love fall and definitely want a fall wedding. However we ended up going with the 3rd, over Labor Day weekend, which is still summer. We could only afford a Sunday wedding, the guest minimums...

Hi everyone, My boyfriend and I haven't been seeing eye to eye on the concept of an engagement ring. I feel that they aren't worth the money, mining isn't good for the environment, and the tradition...

Has anyone ever walked down an aisle with stairs? My wedding dress is kinda long and I'm super scared of tripping down the stairs. Does anyone have any advice so I don't fall in front of all my...