Wedding Etiquette

Wedding etiquette is a type of roadmap that enables you to avoid uncomfortable wedding situations, embarrassing problems and many other unpleasant situations during your wedding.  more...

Wedding invitation etiquette is important as it will inform the invited guests about the style of wedding, dress code, whether children and/or partners are invited as well as giving directions to the venues. Wedding attire etiquette is very important and must be spelled out clearly (formal, black tie or casual) to avoid embarrassment.

Gift etiquette dictates that gift choices or registry should never be mentioned in the invitation.

Many wedding shower etiquette experts suggest that the shower be small enough so that the bride is able to socialize with all of her guests individually, so not all women guests should be invited. Gift giving for vow renewal or reaffirmation ceremonies are not mandatory, but it is a nice gesture.

Wedding ceremony etiquette depends on the type of wedding being celebrated. A wedding rehearsal is an invaluable way of familiarizing participants with etiquette.

Wedding reception etiquette includes making participants aware of their responsibilities or, alternately, employing a wedding planner to do this for you. In regards to speech etiquette, see wedding speeches.