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Who do you invite when there is not enough money for the wedding reception Is it okay if the groom's parents not invite their friends?
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∙ 14y ago
- No, it is not alright for the groom's parents to not invite their friends. Generally the bride and groom's parents along with the bride and groom sit down and go through the list of guests. There are certain people that can be left out such as out of town friends or acquaintances of both sides of the family. If children were going to be asked to attend then leave the children out and just ask the parents. This will cut down on your list. If this is not good enough and you can't cut down the list enough then you should go for a smaller wedding (chapel style) and spend the money on having the reception. Receptions can be held at either the groom or bride's home or any town hall and the bride, groom and wedding party can help to decorate it. This will save a lot of money. Food can either be made by relatives or fingers foods can be served by caterers for an afternoon reception.
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Do you send an RSVP to bridal party?
Yes, the bridal party should receive a wedding invitation as a memento of the wedding that they can look back on in the future.
Do you get a gift for the bride and groom if you are only invited to the reception?
It is quite common and acceptable to attend a wedding without bringing a gift with you. Many people give the wedding gift before the wedding, and some give it after the wedding. So if you've already given the gift, or plan to give it later, it is perfectly find to attend the wedding without bringing a gift with you. And if you simply can't afford a wedding gift, then don't worry about it. A wedding is about the bride and groom wanting their family and friends to share in their happiness and the celebration of their marriage, and shouldn't be all about inviting guests just so they will get more gifts. If I ever felt someone invited me to a wedding simply to get a gift, I would not go to the wedding, nor would I get them a wedding gift.
What are the financial obligations to the groom when he calls off the wedding?
Unfortunately, the Bride's parents pay for most of the wedding and the Groom's parents usually pay the bar bill. Sometimes both sets of parents will sit down together and decide to split the cost. Often there are single parents so they may also split the costs of the wedding. The ex Groom should be man enough to help pay for any costs such as reserving the church, reception hall, cost of invitations that were sent out, etc., etc. The ex Groom should get a full list of the cost and split it and pay half.
What is the difference between grooms cake and wedding cake?
The wedding cake is the cake eaten and presented at the ceremony / reception after the wedding has taken place. It is symbolically cut by the newly wed bride and groom, and then eaten. Tradtionally, the wedding cake is large (enough to feed all the guests at the wedding), and white or off-white in color. A groom's cake can be 2 things. It can be a smaller, more "fun" or "exciting" cake that is also eaten during the reception. Or, it can be a cake that is used at a party for the groom, like a bachelor party or something of the sort.
Is a seersucker suit dressy enough for a 4-5 PM summer wedding?
A seersucker suit is meant for morning or afternoon; if this wedding is at 4 or 5; there is most likely a reception following. If you plan on staying much past 6pm - I'd wear something different.
Is it bad etiquette to have a wedding and no reception?
If you cannot afford a formal reception, people that are close enough to be invited will understand your circumstances. If you can manage it, cake and champagne at the church hall or at home would at least give your guests a chance to toast your health and happiness. A home baked cake is quite acceptable.
What if your ex invites you to a wedding?
I'm not sure if your ex is inviting you to a wedding as her guest or to her own wedding but if it as a guest and you are still friends and feel comfortable enough then I don't see any problem with it. If it is to her wedding I would suggest you politely decline as it would be very uncomfortable for everyone.
Are there any books that help in reception planning?
There are many books on this topic, enough to fill a small library. The highest rated option on Amazon is "Stop! Don't Plan a Wedding Without This Book" by Laura Weatherly.
How do you ask your dad to pay for your wedding?
Asking Father To Pay For The Wedding:There are many things you must take into consideration before you ask your father:You are old enough to realize if your father is struggling financially or, if he is older and is retired. In this case having a large wedding would be selfish on your part and if you want to have a large wedding then be prepared to pay for it yourself.Your father's health is not good.Your father may be paying alimony to your mother.There may be other siblings in your family that are minors. It's costly raising children.Don't take dignity away from your father by having a big wedding and the onus of the cost is on the Groom's parents. Your father wants you to be happy, but sometimes some parents just can't afford a big wedding.It's important that you sit down with your father and simply ask him if other than 'giving you away' at the church is there anything else he would like to be involved with. If he says no, then you have your answer. He may kindly tell you he wishes he could give you the wedding you dreamed of, but simply can't afford it and you are going to have to deal with that. It is also important that you talk to your fiance and his parents about this.There are solutions to beautiful, but cheaper weddings:Garden weddings are beautiful. If your father or your fiance's parents have a beautiful backyard then try to have the wedding there. If not, then start phoning around to 'Park's Boards' and asking what they charge to have a wedding ceremony in that particular park.Have the reception either at your father's home or the Groom's parents home or phone around and rent a small hall and get friends to help you decorate. Tewling with mini lights inside are simply beautiful.Buy your own flowers if you know someone that is good at arranging flowers.Save your money for your own wedding dress! If you can't afford it then borrow someone else's wedding dress or rent one. There are some beautiful wedding dresses that can be rented and sized to fit you. If you are lucky enough to have a relative (and there is time) perhaps they will make the wedding dress for you, but you should go with them and buy the material.Don't be afraid to ask your relatives (and discuss with your fiance and family) cooking for your own wedding reception. Some of the rages in the U.S. and Canada are BBQ's with roast beef, chicken dishes, salads, etc. Stay away from the seafood as they can cost a lot depending on the season and where you live.Find out if you know someone that makes wedding cakes such as a friend or relative. Often someone in the family will make a wedding cake and some bakeries will do the frosting and decorating and this will cut down on costs.No need for a limo! Decorate up the car you have and if it's banged up then ask your father, the Groom or his parents if their car can be used instead of a limo.Get married in the Chapel as it's less costly.The real point of a wedding is to be married to the one you love and to have those you love as guests. It doesn't matter if you have to get married by the Justice of the Peace, on the Beach by a Minister, in a park like setting with a reception at either your father's home or the Groom's parent's home or a hall. The main thing is you are in love and want to celebrate this great event with family and friends. Short of being in a white wedding dress (most young women dream about this) and being with the one you love should be enough.
All my friends have a Facebook and i don't what should i do?
Ask your parents if you can have one, and if not, wait and help around the house and other stuff to show your parents you're mature enough.
Who prepares and send out the wedding invitations the bride or her parents?
Usually the bride. But I don't believe the rules are set in stone. Both the bride AND groom can do it. Bridal party can help too. The parents are paying for it. Isn't that help enough?
If your parents ask you why want to get your ears percied what should you say?
I think i am old enough and can take care of them... ALL MY FRIENDS HAVE UM
