Etiquette

When it comes to your wedding, bigger does not necessarily mean better. A smaller celebration of 50 people or less has many positive points, like more personal time with each guest and more...

Around 2.5 million weddings take place in the United States each year, and with the average cost of a wedding hovering around $20,000, Americans are spending at least $40 BILLION dollars annually...

Every bride dreams of the perfect wedding: a fantastic dress, impeccable catering, smiling guests and all expenses paid with money to boot. Unfortunately, planning and executing a wedding is an...

Getting asked to give a toast at a wedding is for many of us one of the most nerve racking public speaking engagements imaginable. People will remember it. In this article I will give you some...

In times like these as well as times when the country is not in a recession, it is important to know the right steps to plan a small wedding. Whether it's because you can't afford a larger one or...

You all see the images on television and in movies of exquisite wedding ceremonies and receptions that spare no expense. Unfortunately, for many, those images are far from reality. Still, you can...

You don't need to spend a lot of money to show your spouse or friend that you care. Get creative when choosing inexpensive anniversary gifts, and choose presents that come from the heart. Take the...

Going to a wedding can be one of the most fun things you can do but it can also end up being one of the worst nights in your life. At most weddings, there is plenty of dining, drinking and...

Writing a thank you note is more than just an expression of gratitude; it is a sign of good manners and makes the recipient feel acknowledged. Thank you notes should be written after receiving...

Let's get this marriage off on the right foot! Who are we trying to impress, anyhow? Mom? Umm, NO . . .

An engagement party is the beginning of an exciting time for the future bride and groom. They will chat with friends and family about their plans, enjoy champagne toasts and probably show off that...

Next time you are with a friend of the opposite sex, you should try to make all your friends and relatives believe you just got married. Just print up a fake marrige certificate and borrow some...

Every detail of a wedding during each step of the process has its own set of rules and proper etiquette guidelines. The rehearsal dinner invitations are no different. The person, or couple,...

Whether you're planning a New Year's Eve party or bringing together friends and family for a life-changing event like a wedding, the invitations should get your guests in the mood beforehand by...

Many people consider their wedding day one of the most important days of their lives. While the event should revolve around the bride and groom's taste and budget, it can be a sticky situation for...

The type of gift you give to a couple depends on the occasion and your relationship with the couple. Ideally, a gift for a couple should encompass either a hobby the couple shares, something they...

When you cancel your engagement, it's a difficult time for everyone involved. However, you must return any wedding presents you have already received. It is proper etiquette to inform your guests...

Wedding invitations aren't to be taken lightly. They reflect the occasion's theme, tone and formality. Much thought goes into choosing wedding invitations matching the couple's personality and the...

When you find out that a friend or relative has recently become engaged, it's almost always happy news. However, the engagement announcement brings with it questions about gifts and proper...

An Indian wedding is a chance to go all out, dressing up elaborately in celebration of the happy occasion. Western formal wear is more than acceptable, but the real enjoyment can come from the...

The 60th wedding anniversary is the diamond anniversary. In 1937, the American National Retail Jewelry Association established a comprehensive list of anniversary gift items for years up to 15 and...

When you get together with friends and family, it's a great time to kick back and have a drink or two. Before you sip, of course, you have to dedicate a toast to commemorate the reason you've all...

A wedding is a major milestone in a person's life. A lot of preparation is involved to make sure the wedding runs smoothly. Since there are many people who come together not only to attend the...

Newlyweds are obligated to write personal notes of gratitude for their wedding gifts. Saying "thank you" is a simple task. Armed with a few pointers, couples can move down their guest list in a...

As the mother of the bride, you will be giving a nod to wedding etiquette when you select your dress for your daughter's wedding. While you do have some leeway, you will need to pay attention to...

A bachelorette party is the one night in a woman's life when friends from every corner of her life come out to celebrate her and send her out of single life with a bang. Coming up with the idea...

While much of today's communication is done by phone or email, some traditional methods of personal contact still apply to special occasions like wedding invitations and greeting cards, or daily...

Every day a couple gets engaged. The journey to the altar is joyous and stressful all at the same time. With registries and family presents coming in the mail almost daily, it's hard to know what...

Wedding season is upon us, and many people aren't sure of the rules when giving a wedding gift. What if money's tight, or it's a destination wedding? What if you can't attend, should you still...

A wedding is a big reason to celebrate. You want the occasion to be as memorable for your friends and family as it will be for you. One way to accomplish this is with the wedding favors you give...

Thank-you notes are kind gestures to show appreciation for a gift, a service or simply for someone's friendship. Thank-you cards should be specific, short and to the point. They are about the...

Brides and grooms use wedding response cards to prepare for their guests, and to plan out the final details of their ceremony and reception. It is proper to return a wedding response card as soon...

Your wedding ceremony will be one of the most special events of your life. But to make it special for your guests as well, you'll have to go the extra mile to personalize it and to make sure your...

Although a couple has already started planning their life together, sometimes things happen that cause a wedding to be canceled. It is important to be dignified in handling the aftermath of a...

Wedding cakes are know for being works of art. Ans since most wedding cakes consist of three or more layers they can also get pretty tall. Although stacking a wedding cake is not very challenging,...

We've all received awful gifts, but etiquette still demands a thank you note. Here's how to handle it with grace.

A maid of honor's gift to a bride is only limited by her imagination. The maid's gift should reflect the close relationship that prompted the bride to bestow this honor in the first place. Such a...

Many weddings these days come with expensive price tags, both for the bride and groom and for the guests. But you can move beyond the gift registry or writing a check. Instead of money, spend a...

According to etiquette guru Peggy Post, it is a myth that newlyweds have one year to write thank you notes. However daunting the task seems, it is best to tackle it as soon as possible so your...

Thank you notes are intended to let the gift giver know that you have received the gift and that it is appreciated. People appreciate you taking the time to write the note and put it in the mail....

In a typical wedding it seems no one is busier than the maid of honor. The MOH's position is equal parts best friend, indentured servant, therapist, mediator and party planner. The MOH will have a...

Planning a wedding is difficult, and to have a deadline of 3 weeks is almost unimaginable! I know many of people who have accomplished this, including myself, so read on and find out how.

One of the biggest maid of honor duties is the obligatory toast. This toast is usually delivered after the best man's toast at the reception following the wedding. Follow these steps to write and...

During the excitement of planning for a wedding it can be challenging to write thank you notes. When the wedding is over you can be tired. However, it is one of those tasks that you need to plan...

There are numerous customs, traditions and taboos in Chinese culture, and many of them apply to weddings and wedding gifts. This article focuses on what are generally considered to be appropriate...

In Western culture, engagement rings represent the promise of marriage. They have been used for many centuries as a "down payment" on the bride, and the value of the metal used in the ring was...

Writing a wedding toast can be a stressful process, as it often involves discussing personal relationships and intimate issues in front of dozens, or even hundreds, of people. Whether the writer...

Your wedding is one of the biggest days of your life, so it makes sense that you want the people most important to you to be there. Weddings require preparation from everyone involved, including...

Writing out those wedding thank you cards can feel like a blessing or a curse – it all depends on your outlook. I recommend thinking of them as a blessing – creating them really can be a lot of...

Anniversary rings are a popular gift for wives, especially for a 10th, 20th or 30th wedding anniversary. Typically, anniversary bands are relatively simple diamond-studded bands, or they may be a...