Dear readers,
The summer is just around the corner and with that the wedding season awaits us
Weddings are synonymous with joy, love and excitement, but amidst the emotions, guests sometimes strike a discordant chord by committing - consciously or unconsciously - etiquette mistakes.
Here are the top 5 wedding etiquette missteps to avoid at all costs:
1. TIME ISN'T ALWAYS ON YOUR SIDE
Arriving fashionably late might work for some events, but not weddings. Punctuality is key; delaying the ceremony disrupts the couple's carefully planned schedule and steals the spotlight from their special moment.
2. IN VINO VERITAS
While a little champagne might add sparkle to the occasion, overindulgence can lead to embarrassing moments. After all; you don't want to be remembered as the guest who danced on tables or delivered a slurred toast.
3. SAVING DEBATES FOR ANOTHER DAY
Weddings are celebrations of love, not platforms for political, religious or other sensitive debates. Keep conversations light and inclusive; contentious topics can sour the mood and detract from the couple's happiness.
4. THE WHITE DILEMMA
Unless explicitly stated otherwise, white attire is reserved for the bride. Wearing white as a guest risks overshadowing the star of the show and is considered a major breach of wedding etiquette.
5. STEALING THE SPOTLIGHT
While it's tempting to showcase your best dance moves or share your own romantic anecdotes, remember that the spotlight belongs to the newlyweds. Avoid outshining them with excessive attention-seeking behaviour.
By steering clear of these common wedding etiquette mistakes, we'll make sure not to be remembered for all the wrong reasons for generations to come!
Dear readers, during the next couple of weeks, I will dive even deeper into the dos and dont’s of wedding etiquette, so we can all sail into the next wedding season confidently and faux pas free. I am looking forward to having you on board!
Yours sincerely,
Katarina
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