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There’s nothing like that feeling of having everyone you love in one place to celebrate such a happy occasion. Here’s everything you need to know about the people who make your wedding day special, from your bridesmaids and groomsmen to the family and friends who will be surrounding the altar and filling the dance floor.

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These uninvited real-life wedding crashers might actually show up on your big day (seriously!). Here's how to deal with them.
These Are the 6 Things Your Parents Will Not Understand About Your Wedding
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Times have certainly changed since our parents' and grandparents' nuptials. Here are some of the modern-day elements that you might need to explain to your elders.
How to Handle Divorced Parents While Planning a Wedding
Family & Friends
Experts share their most helpful advice when it comes to handling wedding planning with divorced parents.
A Day in the Life of a Bridesmaid, Minute by Minute
Wedding Party
Let’s walk through a typical wedding day timeline for a bridesmaid to give you a sense of what your day might look like.
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Wedding Party
Here are some signs that you’re rockin’ it when it comes to your bridesmaid role and responsibilities.
Thinking of Firing a Bridesmaid? Follow These 6 Steps First.
Wedding Party
Let’s see if we can’t de-escalate before you consider firing a bridesmaid.
Cute Alternatives to ‘Bridesmaid’ and ‘Groomsman’
Wedding Party
Check out these suggestions for when traditional wedding party titles don’t really fit your upcoming nuptials.
6 Signs You're Annoying Your Bridesmaids
Wedding Party
It's true: you'll probably annoy your bridesmaids sooner or later. Know the warning signs and handle the situation like a pro with these tips.
Father & Mother of the Bride Duties Every Parent Must Know
Relatives
Here is an extensive list of father of the bride and mother of the bride duties to help the couple plan and enjoy the big day:
The Etiquette Rules Your Guests Are Totally Breaking
Wedding Guests
We asked over 800 guests to tell us about their “wedding confessions”—the truth about what they’re really doing on your big day.
5 Rules for Having a Bridesman or a Groomswoman
Wedding Party
If you’ve asked a friend to be a bridesman or a groomswoman, you’ll want to be sure you’re doing your best to make them feel included in your wedding party.
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Wedding Party
Choosing your sister as your maid of honor is the smartest decision you’ll make throughout wedding planning — here’s why.
These 7 Bonding Activities Will Make Your Bridesmaids BFFs
Wedding Party
Try out these fun bridesmaid bonding activities to help your bridal party get to know each other a little better before the big day.
This Is the Actual Cost of Being a Bridesmaid
Wedding Party
Between the bridesmaid dress, the bachelorette party, the hair and makeup… Trust us, it’s more than you think.
How Much to Spend on a Wedding Gift, Once and for All
Wedding Guests
If the question of how much to spend on a wedding gift is keeping you up at night, here’s the answer for every type of gift-giving scenario.
How to Survive Attending a Wedding Without a Plus-One
Wedding Guests
If you’re braving wedding season alone, here’s a survival guide for attending a wedding without a plus-one.