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Hi! I know this may seem like a strange question, but I'm a college student and just received a wedding invitation for the first time. The response card that came in the envelope is blank - what is one expected to write in return?
Thanks!!
Answer From Sharon:
It's totally blank? Most response cards have a long line on which you'll write your full name and your guest's name (if you're bringing one) and then the card usually has __ Will Attent and __ Sends Regrets. You would check off __ Will Attend or '__2__' in the Will Attend Spot. And you can wri... Question:
What are some good things to put into a basket for the bathrooms for guests to use at the wedding?
Answer From Sharon:
Great question! Here are some things to include: Breath mints Emery board for chipped nails Purell hand sanitizer bottles Safety pins for fallen hems Mini aromatherapy spritzers Tissue packs Advil or Motrin single-packets Hand lotion Makeup oil blotting papers Mini scissors I've also s... Question:
I am the MOH in an up coming wedding. The other bridesmaids and I are hosting as shower for the bride in a month. She gave me the guest list today and half of the invitees aren't invited to the wedding. I know this is tacky, but I'm not sure how to handle the situation. She's having a small weddi...
Answer From Sharon:
I'm glad you wrote. It would be a HUGE mistake to invite people who aren't invited to the wedding to the bridal shower you're hosting. That's one of the biggest etiquette rules that can't be broken, since guests get very angry about being invited to a shower and not the wedding. I would call the ... Question:
I am getting married on the 26th of June and i have no idea what to do. i have my dress and my bridesmaids are getting theirs but thats about all we have. we dont even know where its going to be. what all needs to be planned because i know its going to be a lot more than what i can think of. plea...
Answer From Sharon:
It sounds like you need the help of a wedding coordinator who can help you establish a budget and a timeline of tasks to be done as your wedding date approaches. With just a few months to go, a pro is going to be a great guide and will help you locate the best sites and vendors to book in such a ... Question:
I DON'T EVEN KNOW WHERE TO BEGIN SO I'LL JUST JUMP RIGHT INTO IT. TO START OFF MY WEDDING COLORS ARE IVORY AND GOLD BUT I HAVEN'T YET TO FIND DRESSES IN GOLD FOR MY BRIDAL PARTY WHICH IS MAKING ME WANT TO MAYBE CHANGE MY COLORS BUT I DON'T KNOW TO WHAT COLORS. SECOND I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR LOCATIO...
Answer From Sharon:
Your color scheme sounds wonderful for bridesmaids in the super-trendy brown colors! So you may not need to change your color scheme. With those neutrals, you can even go with a seasonal color like a deep orange for fall, or a sage green for spring. As for finding the right location, a great wed... Question:
HI SHARON MY NAME IS ANGIE AND I NOTICE YOU POSTED SOMETHING ABOUT SAYING A VOW TO ANY STEPCHILD WHICH I THINK IS NICE BUT ME AND MY FIANCE HAVE A CHILD TOGETHER AND WANTED TO KNOW HOW DO I INCORPORATE HER AS WELL SO SHE DON'T FEEL BAD SHE WILL PROBALY BE 2 OR 3 WHEN WE GET MARRIED. I WROTE THE S...
Answer From Sharon:
That's lovely! It's up to you if you'd like to say separate vows to each of the kids, or you can include them both in the one sentiment you have already. It's up to you what you'd like to promise them -- most parents vow to always support their dreams, comfort them as they grow and learn, and the... Question:
My friend just got married & she didn't have a wedding, but still wants wedding gifts... she is planning on sending announcements. What is the best way for her to let people know where she is registered?
Answer From Sharon:
In this situation, the only proper way to share her registry locations is through word-of-mouth. It's considered very bad etiquette for any bride and groom to elope, then come home and send out announcements that contain mention of their registries. Now if they did elope and would like to shar... Question:
How do you say no kids for the wedding? Or is that just completly rude?
Answer From Sharon:
You convey that by the way the envelopes are written. You'd put 'Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Smith' on the outer and inner envelopes, and by not having the kids' names, guests get the picture that their kids aren't invited. Now, some people won't get it, or they'll ignore it, and send you a response ... Question:
ok... my mom thinks my dad is FULLY responsible for paying for my wedding. like she does not want to help at all. So, when i went dress shopping i invited my dad's wife (my stepmom) & my mom flipped out. i would have asked her to come as well... but she won't go anywhere my stepmom is... was i wr...
Answer From Sharon:
Yikes, it's tough when family issues creep into the wedding planning season. I can understand your mom being upset that she wasn't invited on your dress shopping trip. That's probably something she was really looking forward to, and she probably didn't expect that the money issue would mean that ... Question:
I'm having a very small, intimate wedding in a wine cellar. Only about 8 people will be there. I'm struggling with what to give as favors. I don't want to do the normal favor like candles or frames. I'd like to do something a little more special. Any ideas?
Answer From Sharon:
Oh, this sounds wonderful! Since you have a small guest list, you can spend a bit more to give them, perhaps, each a bottle of fine wine or champagne to use on their own next special occasion. I also love it when brides and grooms give out fantastic edible favors -- and for your small guest list,...Sharon's Latest Book
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