Wedding Planning Tips and Etiquette for the Bride-to-Be

Wedding Etiquette for Second-Time Brides

Tell me about your upcoming wedding!Many couples thinking of marriage may have previously taken a trip down the aisle. Second and third weddings are more common these days than ever before. According to gettingremarried.com, nearly 50 percent of all marriages in 2003 were second weddings for at least one partner - if not both. Therefore, many wonder what is proper wedding etiquette for an encore marriage.

Actually, no rules are set in stone. It is up to the couple to plan a ceremony and reception that fits their needs and comfort levels. While some couples choose to elope or have a very intimate affair, others treat themselves to an elaborate affair, even inviting their children to participate in the ceremony.Here are some tips to guide you if you are having difficulty deciding on the wedding that is right for you:

• When it comes to the ceremony, the choice is yours. Consider your religious affiliations, personalities, finances and family customs, and plan accordingly. Whether you choose a small service or a lavish affair, all is acceptable.
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  Wardrobes can be as varied as the ceremony and party. In the past, white gowns signified purity and virginity - not anymore. If you want to wear white, go for it. However, many encore brides choose to wear colored gowns or even a pantsuit in lieu of a gown. Guys can be formal in a tuxedo or casual in a dinner jacket and slacks.
  
• A second-time bride may choose to be "given away" by a father, brother or friend. It is perfectly acceptable for her to walk down the aisle solo.
  The bride and groom can host their own affair, but parents on either side may choose to financially contribute.

It is my sincere hope that the above Wedding Tips and Etiquette are Helpful!! Please feel free to post your comment s and questions!!! I am always happy to assist!



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Monique
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