A wedding pre-reception?

I am part of fairly large family that is based in Georgia. My brother has recently become engaged and will be getting married to a woman from Nebraska - where the wedding will also be held. Due to location and timing of the event, the majority of the family will not be in attendance. However, we.... [Read more]

Money or registry?

we plan to buy a house shortly after getting married...we would like to let our guests know that we would like money for this, but what way is appropriate?

we also would like to set up a small registry for the bridal shower, and for people who feek more comfortable giving gifts than money, we.... [Read more]

Wedding Guest List

My daughter was raised in a small town and we have many family friends. She's been away from home for 8 years and plans to be married 1200 miles away in her new home town. Is it proper to send invitations to family friends that we know definitely can't attend the wedding due to distance, time and.... [Read more]

Gift Card Bridal Shower?

My son and his fiancee have everything and just a small apartment. They hope to buy a house within 1 year of the wedding. So right now they just want 'gift cards.' Would it be proper to throw a couples shower and suggest 'gift cards' as gifts when folks call to inquire where they are.... [Read more]

Seating Etiquette at Garden Wedding Ceremony

My Fiance and I have been together many years. We are planning our wedding to take place in the backyard of our new home this summer. We want the wedding to be a fun, relaxed affair incorporating many of the great things we experienced at wedding we've attended over the years. One of the most.... [Read more]