03/30/2021
So with some pandemic restrictions starting to lift, I’ve been planning some wedding ceremonies for upcoming celebrations... which has me jumping for joy! (Obviously, jumping 6 feet apart and wearing my mask, but still super excited!) With all that’s going on in the world, a few “pet peeves” have come up when it comes to wedding guest etiquette that I thought I’d share: you can never go wrong with a few good tips, after all!
1) 💌 Unless it says “and guest” on the invitation, don’t assume you are allowed to bring a date. Weddings are expensive, as we all know, and with crowd restrictions due to COVID-19, event size may be altered and smaller. You could call or email the bride and groom to double check, but the rule usually is- if it’s not on the invitation, then it’s not happening.
2) ⏰ Weddings tend to have their own time frame, but that doesn’t mean you (the guest) should be late. Try to be at least 20 minutes early, so no awkward photos are captured of you attempting to sneak into the back row of the ceremony. Punctuality people!
3) 📸 During the ceremony, try not to have your cell phone/camera/iPad/Polaroid/Camcorder out taking all kinds of photos and videos. I’ve seen so many ceremonies where everyone has some kind of technology out, hovering over Aunt Bessie’s head, blocking Uncle Bob’s view, disturbing the peace, and in general looking like a mosh pit of arms in the professional photographs like holding up lighters when Free Bird plays at a Lynyrd Skynyrd cover band concert. Be courteous of those around you, and be present in the moment! Your bride and groom want you to witness the happiness of their celebration of love, not snap cell phone pictures the entire time! That’s what they hired a photographer for!
I hope these tips help you out as we all gear up for Wedding Season! Be the best guest you can be, enjoy, and cheers my friends 🥂
