You have received excellent news in the mail today. One of your best friends from college is getting married in a few months, and you have been invited as the guest of honor.
Don’t put invitations on your coffee table and leave them there. You should let your partner know as soon as possible if you can.
Failing to do so is a prime example of poor wedding guest etiquette. You could do worse to make your partner’s big day stressful. Check out this guide for a complete list of wedding guest tips you should bear in mind.
- Don’t Let Your Partner Hang Down
When you receive an invite in the mail, go to your calendar the same day and check if you can attend. If you don’t have any other plans, go ahead and RSVP on the invite and send it back to the happy couple.
They have mouths to feed and seating charts to plan. If you wait until the last minute, they will must rush to plan your arrival. To say that this is stressful is a large understatement.
- Avoid Bringing Your Plus One or Children
If the ceremony is small wedding for two, it is likely the number of wedding guests they can invite is limited. So unless the invitation says you can bring a plus one, assume you cannot.
Don’t RSVP to one person and bring your guests or kids. Again, couples should plan meals and seating. The unplanned arrival of individuals can cause an enormous mess.
- Come With Gifts
Most couples have a list of the things they need. Find out where they register and buy any of the items requested. If you cannot afford a gift from the registry, give them money instead.
Send gifts to addresses in the registry. Don’t take it to a marriage reception. The happy couple did not want to worry about bringing a suitcase full of gifts home.
- Follow the Dress Code
Don’t use it wedding dress it is too flashy. The bride might be a little offended if you take the attention away from her. If the ceremony is being held in a church, you likely do not want to show too much skin.
Avoid white. In the past, black was looked down upon for weddings, but it is not a bad color for an evening ceremony. Remember, if you are really confused about what to wear, ask your partner.
Practice Proper Wedding Guest Etiquette
If you are invited to someone’s big day, it is vital to practice good wedding guest etiquette. You do not want to spit on your happy partner by wearing white or cause unnecessary stress and drama.
If you are not sure if you can carry a plus one or do not understand how to dress, talk to the bride and groom. They will be capable to point you in the right direction.
Are you searching for an incredible outfit to wear to your friend’s ceremony? Check out the Fashion section of our blog for some tips that will make you look great.
