South Carolina Wedding Guides & Online Directories Q&A

Inviting only certain guests to an after-party

Our reception will start at 6pm. Everyone and everything must be out by 11pm, so we will have to guide the partying to wind down no later than 10 so vendors can get all their stuff cleaned up and out, etc. We know that many of our friends will by no means be ready to call it a night this early,.... [Read more]

Addressing wedding invitations when the recipient has a PHD

What is the etiquette for addressing inner and outer envelopes for a man with a PHD? Is it appropriate to address them with Doctor (or Dr. as Southworth's etiquette guide says)? The person is a psychologist (and is practicing), but does that make a difference vs. someone who has a PHD in Math?.... [Read more]

Gift from bridesmaids to bride?

I have been asked to be the matron of honor in two weddings this summer and I want to make sure I am fulfilling all my duties!

In Emily Post's wedding etiquette guide, she mentions (twice!) that the m.o.h. should spearhead an effort to give the bride a gift from the bridesmaids and collect money.... [Read more]

Is a veil appropriate for a second wedding?

I heard that a veil is only appropriate to wear if it is your first wedding. Is there any truth to that? If so, why? If not, are there any guidelines for types of veils. My dress is spagetti strap, chiffon empire with soft flowing satin A-line bottom draping into a chapel train. Very simple but.... [Read more]

No response to RSVP

My daughter is getting married in July and the invitations have been mailed. The wedding is in Pennsylvania, her fiance is from Wisconsin and they graduated from college in South Carolina. There are people invited from all over the country, many of whom I have never met.

The RSVP's are very slow.... [Read more]