Wedding

Wedding Woes: When guests want to bring their children

Q: My daughter wants a small wedding, so she didn’t invite any children.  But a few RSVP’s have arrived with kids’ names written…

The Second Time Around: Should your parents foot the bill?

Q: Our son’s fiance is planning a large reception for their wedding.  It’s her first marriage and his second.  We paid for his…

Bridesmaid Crisis: When your friend might not be up to the job

Q: I’ve just gotten engaged and would like my college roommate to be my matron of honor;  but she’s in the midst of…

Guest Without A Gift: How to discreetly check on a wedding present

Q: Our daughter was married four months ago.  A close business associate of my husband’s came to the wedding but never sent a…

Wedding Goer Woes: The correct way to handle wedding gifts

Q: My husband and I have been invited to the wedding of a couple who’ve lived together for at least five years.  Instead…

What About Hubby?: When your spouse is left off of the invite

Q: A coworker recently invited me to her wedding, but the invitation was clearly addressed only to me and not my husband as…

Room For The Groom: When the bride isn’t the only one with ideas

Q: My fiance expects to be involved all aspects of our wedding, but my mother doesn’t think it’s proper.  What do you say?

A: Tell…

Etiquette Obligations: Wedding gift commitments

Q: A friend from several jobs ago invited me to her wedding.  I don’t feel nearly close enough to her – we see…

Far Far Away: Pricey travel weddings

Q: My fiance and I are getting married in Jamaica.  Are we expected to help any members of our bridal party pay for…

Reaffirming Vows: Should I bring a gift?

Q: I’ve been invited to my friend’s renewal of wedding vows, which will be followed by a small gathering at a restaurant.  Do…