Wedding Traditions & Etiquette

From hosting the bachelor party to accompanying the maid or matron of honor to decorating the honeymoon car, here's a guide to everything a good best man should do.

Dec 16, 2009 - Norman Kolpas

Follow these examples and learn the easy formula for writing the perfect thank you note to your wedding minister.

Dec 15, 2009 - Helen Brain

The Despedida de Soltera is a Filipino marriage custom similar to a bachelorette party, but with a strong emphasis on the family unit.

Dec 15, 2009 - Joanna Castle Miller

Learn how to word thank you cards for baby, birthday, wedding gifts. See sample thank you wording. Use this example thank you note template to show gratitude for gifts.

Dec 14, 2009 - Lena Gott

The bride's cake doesn't have to be the only cake at a wedding reception. A groom's cake can also be added to help feed guests and show a groom's personality.

Dec 6, 2009 - Ashley Anderson

As the guest of honor, the bride is the center of attention. She needs to keep a few rules of wedding shower etiquette in mind.

Nov 16, 2009 - Debby Mayne

Wedding rehearsal dinner speeches thank everyone or their participation in the wedding and build community. Here are some tips and topic ideas for these speeches.

Nov 14, 2009 - Naomi Rockler-Gladen

Invitations to the wedding should provide important information. In addition to the date, time and place, they offer a hint to the tone of the ceremony and reception.

Nov 14, 2009 - Debby Mayne

A lot of articles have been written to help the bride prepare for her wedding day but no so many for the groom. This article provides wedding tips for the groom.

Nov 9, 2009 - Steve Bartle

Need some creative ideas on how to pop the question? Try a unique holiday proposal, a proposal at a historic landmark, or a proposal at a public place like a ballpark.

Nov 7, 2009 - Naomi Rockler-Gladen

Every bride wants her wedding to be something special. Help your guests to appreciate the uniqueness of your day by giving them a gift almost too good to eat.

Oct 15, 2009 - Sarah Mathiesen

The practice of issuing wedding rings as a symbolic act of marriage has changed drastically through American history.

Oct 14, 2009 - Christina Jones

Seating at a wedding ceremony should be planned properly. Common practices and etiquette rules should be observed when deciding where to sit family and friends.

Oct 13, 2009 - Cecille de la Cruz

Pick a bridal shower theme and follow through with the food, décor, gifts and games.

Oct 11, 2009 - Debby Mayne

A bridal shower calls to mind a raunchy night out or a male stripper. These needn't be the case, depending on the bride-to-be and her personality.

Oct 11, 2009 - Justine Tajonera

Planning a military wedding and wondering what you, your bridal party, and your guests should wear? Here's a handy guide to make sure your special day meets regulations.

Oct 9, 2009 - Holly Beth Anderle

Now that the wedding is over, the couple realizes that they still have one more chore to do. It doesn't have to be a joyless obligation.

Oct 9, 2009 - Justine Tajonera

Being in the bridal party is an honor, but it's also a tremendous amount of work. They'll welcome small gifts of appreciation and something to remember their friends' spe

Oct 8, 2009 - Debby Mayne

Being in the bridal party is an honor, but it also carries some important responsibilities.

Oct 7, 2009 - Debby Mayne

Send wedding guests home with something to remember the special day.

Oct 4, 2009 - Debby Mayne

Recently, a new trend in wedding photography has brides posing in their dresses in very non-traditional surroundings or with unusual props.

Oct 1, 2009 - Susan Beam

With all the fuss being made over the bride, it can be easy to neglect presents for the groomsmen. These ideas will help grooms get started with their shopping.

Sep 27, 2009 - Catherine Walsh

Bridesmaids are traditionally the bride's closest friends, but that doesn't always make buying bridesmaid gifts easy. Here are some ideas for unique bridesmaid presents.

Sep 26, 2009 - Catherine Walsh

Wedding RSVP and response cards have informal wording guidelines, as well as formal etiquette rules that every guest to receive a wedding invitation should follow.

Sep 26, 2009 - Victoria Anisman-Reiner

Giving the wedding guests something to do can help make the event even more special to friends and close family.

Sep 26, 2009 - Debby Mayne