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Etiquette
Tips for Every Wedding 'Party'
(ARA) - The
wedding season is in high gear, and with
another round of newlyweds just around the corner it is
important for everyone involved, from the bride down to the
ushers, to get organized.
Denise Dinyon, Lenox gift-giving and etiquette expert, says that
although the planning process can be hectic, staying organized
and optimistic can make the day enjoyable for each guest, and
most importantly, the newlyweds. "Everyone involved in the
planning process should stay organized and make the time to
speak regularly with the bride and groom to be sure they are
fulfilling their duties," Dinyon says. "Sometimes, just by
making yourself available to help, the bride and groom-to-be can
relax more - allowing them to fully enjoy this memorable start
to their future together."
Dinyon offers some additional tips for those playing leading
roles in the wedding party.
The Bride and Groom
* When it comes to thank-you notes and bridal party gifts, it is
important not only to remember those who attended, but also
those who helped celebrate from far away. More than half of U.S.
adults (53 percent) reported they always send a gift to weddings
they can't attend, according to the Sixth Annual Lenox
Gift-Giving and Etiquette Survey. These people should not be
forgotten.
* Designate a point person to take care of the minor details on
the wedding day so the groom doesn't find himself responsible
for tracking down the DJ or rounding up friends for photographs.
This person can either be hired help or a trusted friend, but be
sure they have a schedule of approximate times that the bride
and groom plan to share their first dance, toss the bouquet and
cut the cake.
* Provide entertainment to guests and an opportunity to
socialize with sometimes unknown seat mates via fun icebreakers.
At each table, include an appealing crystal bowl, such as the
Lenox Shooting Star Rose Bowl, and fill it with pieces of paper
that spark conversation by asking guests such things as how they
met the bride and groom, or what their favorite story is about a
member of the bridal party.
The Best Man
* Help free the new bride and groom of unnecessary worries on
their special day. Hold on to payments for the day's vendors and
be sure to disburse the checks to the appropriate people by the
end of the reception.
The Maid of Honor
* Streamline the planning process for the bride by creating an
easy-to-remember e-mail address that can be sent out to all the
wedding guests. This way, questions can be directed toward you,
keeping the bride less frazzled.
The Parents of the Bride and Groom
* If you are paying for the expenses of the wedding, be sure to
sit down with the bride and groom early to set expectations for
costs. It's also important to communicate costs throughout the
planning process, but remember, just because you are paying for
it does not mean you get to decide every last detail of how the
money is spent.
Most important, Dinyon says, no matter how much preparation goes
into this magical day, everyone should remember to relax and
enjoy the moment. The best gift to give to the bride and groom
is to celebrate what brought everyone together in the first
place: love.
For more information, ideas and products, visit
www.lenox.com.
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