Interviews With an Etiquette Consultant
Wedding
season can mean excitement and anxiety for brides, grooms, and their
families. Since I’m an etiquette
consultant, those mixed feelings typically result in an overflowing inbox of
questions from all sides. Typically,
intense interest in a particular subject is newsworthy, which makes it a
perfect topic for morning news segments.
This was the case recently as I visited two of our local stations to
offer expert Wedding Etiquette 101 advice.
The Q and A Session
This interview was a typical straightforward question and answer segment with three
of my most asked questions. (Video)
Question:
How
do couples inform guests of their wedding website?
Answer:
There
can be a link on the “Save the Date” or newspaper announcement. Still, it
should never be listed on wedding invitations, as these sites typically have
gift registry information. Speaking of
gifts, registry information shouldn’t be listed on the first page of your
wedding website. However, a link to a
registry page at the top or bottom of the front page is perfectly acceptable.
Question:
As
a guest, how do I know what to wear to a wedding?
Answer:
Play
detective. Discern the formality of the
venue and time of day. The paper used
for the invitation may offer clues as well.
A formal wedding is typically indicated by using heavier paper and
engraved printing for the invitation. If
after considering these hints you are still confused, call the bridal couple
for help.
Question:
Must
I purchase a gift from a couple’s registry?
Answer:
No. Gift a gift from your heart, something that
reflects your relationship with the couple.
Wedding
Invitations: Email, Response Card, Guest Issues
Nix Embarrassing Speeches & Rings
All Around
Wedding Correspondence Q & A:
Including Registry Info?
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