Alright, so we’ve discussed many wedding themes that I’ve run across to share with you and I hope you’ve been enjoying them. Now it’s the Lord of the Rings fans turn.
After some extensive discussions how to pull it off, another movie going couple in the United States recently decided to have a Lord of the […]
At the rehearsal dinner or reception, be careful if referring to the bride of groom’s past relationships or telling stories involving their previous significant others. This can be hurtful and embarrassing for the couple. Better to save these types of reflections for guys-or-girls-only bachelor or bachelorette parties or showers. Be tasteful at the big events. […]
Should we return the wedding gifts if the marriage ends in less than a year?
This is a very good question with many considerations. As I was doing online research I came across this frequently asked question, surprisingly many times, along with numerous stories of newlyweds splitting up within months of the wedding. It’s shocking how […]
More and more brides are giving toasts at their rehearsal dinner and reception. Typically, the rehearsal dinner toast is dedicated to the in-laws, bridesmaids and any out-of-town guests who have traveled great distances to share in the celebration.
Grooms should be prepared to say a few words at the rehearsal dinner, too. In fact, the […]
Cell phones are so handy and even a necessity of life for some people. But have you ever realized you forgot to turn off your cell phone or put it on silent mode when it rang in a “cell phone forbidden place”? During a business meeting? At the movies? Or even during a wedding? Wherever […]
What happens to the ring if the engagement is broken off?
I often walk by “for sale” bulletin boards and see engagement rings for sale. You know there’s a story behind each one. Some of the cards even say things like, “only worn for a day” or “never worn”. Ouch!
Some jewelry stores actually offer an “insurance” […]
Turns out the wind can be quite a pain in the neck during weddings. One video I recently saw, a tornado came out of nowhere without any warning while the wedding party and guests all conversed outside. This was an area that hardly ever gets tornados, so no one expected it. Luckily, it was just […]
Speaking at the shower, rehearsal dinner, bachelor or bachelorette party, and reception is an important way for wedding participants to share their feelings about the bride and groom, as well as to introduce both poignant and humorous anecdotes about them to the other guests. Many people speak publicly at the rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony, and […]
This morning I ran across an online article that brings up a very wise wedding etiquette tip for potential wedding crashers.
There are three different kinds of wedding crashers I can think of. First there’s the comedian kind who likes to play practical jokes and causes a comical scene. It’s often planned or staged and often […]
Don’t change into a going-away outfit or even purchase a special one. Rather, exit as you entered: as the glowing bride.
Instead of a limousine, hire a town car or have a friend with a fun convertible or antique-looking car drive you and your spouse off after the ceremony. Or eliminate the drive off altogether and […]