Wedding Guest Etiquette

Reading all the blogs I've came up with some Wedding Guest Etiquette for everyone attending a Daytime Country Club wedding, such as ours. I shared these on our website months ago. Just thought I would share them with you today. Please remember I am not an expert.
This is simply what I've interpreted from the blogs I have read.
I hope they are helpful to you.

I am pretty sure your aware there are all kinds of wedding etiquette and rules that govern the Bride and Groom's behavior. But there are rules for wedding guests too?  Who really pays attention?
 I don't know, but to ensure that you don't inadvertently commit a faux pas or do anything mistaken at a loved one's wedding, follow these simple rules.

Please Don't be late!

If a wedding invitation says that the ceremony will begin at 5,
be sure to arrive there by 4:45.
This will give yourself time to find a seat and get settled.

You wouldn't want to interrupt the processional.

Avoid taking too many photographs during the ceremony. Leave that to the professionals and respect the sanctity of the ritual in front of you. 

Don't bring a date unless your invitation specifically says their name or "+ Guest" Remember that the cost for each person attending a wedding is generally high, so bringing unexpected guests is very impolite. This includes your children or other relatives! 

You don't need to bring a gift with you to the wedding. In fact, you have up until a year after the wedding to give a gift. Bringing a gift with you means that someone in the wedding party will have to worry about how to get it home.

Remember there are other was to give to give to the happy couple. There may be an opportunity to give a monetary gift at the celebration. Possibly a wishing well, money tree or a place to deposit cards into. Just remember the Bride or Groom will not tell you unless you ask. It's not polite to ask for money. 


If you are unable to attend the wedding, it is customary to still send a wedding gift as well. Sending a card to wish the happy couple well will also do. Remember what your parents taught you. It's the thought that counts.  

RSVP promptly. The couple will be making many decisions based on the number of people who will be there. Additionally, if you must cancel after you have accepted, do so as soon as possible. Attending would be unacceptable f you don't RSVP. 

This is a joyous occasion for the Bride, Groom and family. Plus it's a time to enjoy yourself, but no one appreciates a drunk guest embarrassing themselves. If your going to drink alcohol, please do it in moderation. 

Above all, enjoy yourself and tell the happy that you are so please for them.

ENJOY THE LOVE. 

Sweet Talk & Love