Personal Bridal Shower Theme

I recently received an invitation to a wedding shower that indicated it would be a "personal shower." We were given hints that the bride wanted books, lotion, clothes, etc. At first I thought I had mistaken what I read, but a friend confirmed that the bride wanted "personal" gifts because she.... [Read more]

Boutonniere for non-family member?

Two etiquette books haven't been able to help me out with this one...... Do I provide a boutonniere for my mother's long-time boyfriend at my 2nd-time-around, yet formal, wedding? We have a small wedding party; I feel certain he will be my mother's guest at the wedding, though he will play no.... [Read more]

Including moms' given names on invitation

Hi - I promise I have searched all over for the answer to this question - this site, books, other places on the web - and I have not found an answer. If it's here please show me!

We would like our invitation to include our mothers' given names rather than just our fathers' given names. I know.... [Read more]

Co-workers

I have read many posts on here that contradict what I read in one of my wedding books (my "bible" since I have never helped plan a wedding before!) I am an elementary school teacher getting married next summer in the same basic area as my school is located (so no travel issues, etc.) I had.... [Read more]

Maid of honor duties and responsibilities for wedding shower

My soon to be mother in law has just contacted my Maid Of Honor and told her she had to buy my wedding guest books, albums , pens the list goes on and on all for wedding shower gifts. I dont feel this up to the MOH to purchase these item and now my MOH and I are confused of her duties.(she is.... [Read more]