Q. My fiance and I are paying for most of our wedding and we are on a tight budget. We would like to invite as many people as possible, which makes it tough to invite singles with guests. Is it acceptable to invite single family and friends but not include "and guest" on their invitations? My fiance...read more
Q. With the exception of one girlfriend, all of my close friends are guys. What am I supposed to do about the bridal shower, the bachelorette party and, most importantly, the wedding party? Also, my fiance and I share many of the same friends, with only a few exceptions. A. If you're set on a bridal...read more
Q. I do not get along with my fiance's sisters. Do they have to be in the wedding party? A. No, they don't have to be. This issue -- having your intended's siblings of the opposite sex stand up for you -- really depends on the specific family. In some, it's completely expected and they'll be mortally...read more
Q. Who is invited to the rehearsal dinner? My fiance says family, everyone in the wedding, and all the out-of-town guests. I personally don’t want to include all the out-of-towners. A. The rehearsal dinner guest list can include just the two of you, your immediate families, the wedding party, and...read more
Q. Are bridesmaids supposed to purchase their dresses, and should groomsmen pay for their tux rentals? My friend says she has never heard of such a thing, and that I'm supposed to pay. A. Wedding party members usually pay their own way when it comes to clothing -- the women buy their dresses and the...read more