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Telling Guests What to Wear to Your Wedding

OWD — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:22:30 -0500

Have you considered the differences between Black-Tie, Black Tie Optional, Cockatil and Casual attire at your wedding?

We just posted a new article about why -- and how -- many brides instruct their guests on appropriate wedding attire.

Despite what you might have thought, people enjoy dress guidelines for weddings. Close friends and relatives never want to worry that they’ve chosen an inappropriate outfit, so the more precise you are, the better. Check out the full article for a few smart tips to make everyone comfortable.

Enjoying Two Bridal Showers

OWD — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:41:29 -0400

We just posted an article about enjoying two wedding showers.

Nowadays, many brides have two bridal showers, one on the conservative side for close friends and family, and one geared more for the gals. The advantages are plentiful: Should you want to spend time with, say, relatives you’ve known since childhood, but think they would feel out of place at a wild-party shower, having a separate shower for them satisfies all involved.

Check out the full article here!

The Right Way to Invite Your “B List”

OWD — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:55:51 -0400

We just posted a new article about inviting your "B List" to your wedding.

Since it’s usually impossible to invite everyone to your big day, B-Lists serve a very important purpose, as well as creating new guest opportunities. Remember, everyone you initially invite to your wedding will not be able to attend. Don’t take this personally: Some loved ones will have prior engagements, for others it will be difficult to travel, and last-minute emergencies can crop up. If you’ve prepared a celebration for 100 guests, approximately 80 should arrive... Check out the full article here!

Are You Celebrating "Husband's Day" Today?

OWD — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:03:20 -0400

Today is the Karvachauth (Husband's Day) festival in India. Married women observe Karvachauth by fasting and offering prayers seeking welfare, prosperity, and longevity of their husbands.

Above, a newlywed Indian woman, Sahiba Mahajan, holds an earthen lamp and offers prayer at a temple. (image provided by Getty)

Which wedding or married life traditions have been past down through your family? Will you be continuing them?

Don't Forget About Gifts to Your Wedding Party

OWD — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 18:25:23 -0400

We just posted a new article about giving gifts to your wedding party.

Generally, the bridesmaids receive the same gift, as do all the groomsmen. It’s completely acceptable, however, to buy each wedding-party member a different gift, so long as they’re all in the same price range. Your maid of honor and best man should be given something a little more special than the rest of the party.

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How & When to Send Thank-You Notes

OWD — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 08:25:50 -0400

We just post a new and "note worthy" article about the etiquette of thank-you notes.

Just as invitations start your wedding buzz, thank-you notes put an official final “stamp” on it. You should order your thank-you notes 4-6 months before your wedding and no later than a month prior. You won’t need them immediately, but it saves from last-minute chaos and costs.

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Welcoming Your Out of Town Wedding Guests

OWD — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:58:00 -0400

We just posted a new article about welcoming your out-of-town wedding guests!

For many wedding guests, your big day is more than a celebration; it’s a journey. Making out-of-town guests comfortable and welcome is imperative, and a gift to the loved ones who’ve come so far to share your joy.

Use your OurWeddingDay.com personal Wedding Web site as a wedding guest resource, with a complete list of activities, scheduled times, dress codes, and maps. If there is any downtime for out-of-towners, point out sites to see in your area-museums, great restaurants, beaches.

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Your Wedding, Their Way?

OWD — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 11:08:39 -0400

We just posted a new article about balancing family traditions with your personal wishes.

Balancing family traditions with your own beliefs and values is a key issue new couples face when planning their wedding. Many of the traditions that will come up involve religion or cultural themes (where you marry, what you wear, readings), and you will need to address these complications ASAP.

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Second Wedding Etiquette

OWD — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:37:53 -0400

We just posted a new article about planning your second (or third) wedding.

The rules of etiquette have changed a lot over the years regarding remarrying! Check it out!

Inviting Those Who Won’t Attend

OWD — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:39:47 -0400

We just posted a new article which answer the question: "Why invite someone who's not going to come anyway?"

Each person cut from the guest list will save an average of $100, so brides on a budget often try to keep their weddings on the small side. But should that mean not inviting people who live far away, simply because you assume they won't want to travel?

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