Wedding Blogs, Guides & Online Directories Q&A

Honorariums guidelines...

I will have 4 preachers officiating my wedding. (My pastor, former pastor, my dad, and my grandfather) I do not know where to begin in figuring out how much to pay each of them.

I will also have quite a few songs in the wedding. All of the singers will be part of my wedding party. Do I.... [Read more]

One last reception question about no dancing or dj!

I have posted before when I didn't have my specific reception details and you helped guide my decisions. Thank you! I have decided on a 1 pm cermony then hor d'oeuvres reception with background music being provided by a solo guitarist. We are not having alcohol, which I assume will not be that.... [Read more]

Proper punctuation for wedding announcements

I am composing a wedding announcement and am having a bit of trouble with proper punctuation. What are the guidelines for punctuation? The only advice I've received so far is that "there isn't much punctuation involved on an invitation/announcement." This isn't very helpful, as I am not comfortable.... [Read more]

Destination Wedding Planning Timeline and Checklist

Hi there :) I am trying to find a schedule or guideline i can go by to plan my Destination wedding. I live in Chicago, IL and we are planning our wedding for May 2007 in Playa Del carmen, Mexico.

When should all invitations be sent out by, showers be held, and all the details of wedding planning.... [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]