Time-frame for post-destination wedding reception

Hello. I plan on getting married in January of 2008 down south. I live in Minnesota and my fiance' and I would LOVE to do an outdoor reception but this would not be possible in MN in the winter, therefore the earliest we could do one would be May. Is this OK or will people think it is weird to wait.... [Read more]

Cancellation of part of event

The bride is originally from a city 1 1/2 hours away from where she will make her home. She planned a luncheon in her home town for her family and a reception in her new home town for the groom's family and their friends. Her family is now planning on attending both the luncheon and the reception..... [Read more]

Invitations? Announcements? Guests?

My fiance and I had a big wedding planned near our home in NJ and we have since decided to elope to CA so that we can buy a house. Some of our good friends and immediate family members have already asked if they may join us to witness the ceremony. This is fine with us, however, we do not wish to.... [Read more]

Dress for Step-Mother of the Bride

I will be attending a 3:00 p.m. wedding the middle of October in Minnesota and have chosen a long taupe dress. The top of the dress is a gold-type glitter, bottom of dress and pleated collar is taupe with rhinestone bow pin. Very beautiful dress (assistance from my husband choosing the dress)..... [Read more]

Desination Wedding - Unexpected Financial Obligation

One of my best childhood friends is getting married this October in what she calls a "non-traditional wedding" in Las Vegas. Everyone, including the bride and groom, lives in Minnesota; this is a true destination wedding. The bride has not offered nor has any intention of offering the bridesmaids.... [Read more]