What are the rules around dates and attending weddings?
551697
Dont get drunk and make a fool of yourself.
484877
If you accept the invitation, respect the etiquette.\nShoes/ no shoes, silly hats, boring prayers/ chants, sing alongs, crazy and illogical beliefs... You don't need to believe in all that stuff, just don't do anything to offend the people who do - you're in their house.\nWhat is it - a church wedding? Just go.
312157
It is fine to go alone, however, you might feel more comfortable to go to the reception if you brought a friend as your date.  Since you were invited to the reception, it would be nice of you to go.  You don't have to stay long, but you won't really get a chance to congratulate the bride and groom if you only go to the ceremony.  If it is an evening wedding or reception, a black dress is fine.  However, if it is a morning or early afternoon wedding, a colored dress would be better.
1072009
try this site, it's www.confetti.co.uk they are a really good source of wedding information for the UK
553865
you should start with an idea of how much you can spend\n\nstyle of wedding, then how many people you want there, dress, flowers, church/site for ceremony, licenses, reception rental, tips, food, drinks, permits, favours, invitations, etc\n\nthere are lots of things that need to be accounted for, you should check out some web sites to give you hints of all the things to budget for
633812
First of all, buy a dress on sale.  Also, get married in a church. The flowers should be simple. Shop around for bargains.  Instead of a large sit down meal, do a cake and punch reception. You can get a cake from Albertson's or Stater Brothers. They will do an excellent job for a low price.  We had musician friends play at the reception and a friend agreed to MC.  Keep it simple, but elegant.
770789
It really depends on what type of wedding it is. Judging by your screen name I'll assume you're a male. Here are the generally accepted guidelines for the different wedding types:\n\nInformal Daytime: Dress shirt and pants, preferably a sports jacket.\nInformal Evening: Suit\nSemi-Formal Daytime: Suit\nSemi-Formal Evening: Dark suit \nFormal Daytime: Dark suit and tie\nFormal Evening: Tuxedo (if invitation states "black tie") or dark suits if women wear short dresses.\nUltra-formal Evening or White Tie: White tie, cummerbund, vest and shirt.\n\nIf it's a formal, and you're wearing a tuxedo, a black tux with white shirt and black bow tie is the best way to go. But keep in mind that trendier cities like Los Angeles and New York might be more accepting of breaking with tradition. You'll want to wear a dark suit, with a tie if the wedding is after 6 PM, and doesn't say "Black Tie." \n\nAs is the case with any event, use good judgment if the invitation doesn't specify the formality. A dark suit and conservative tie will take you just about anywhere.\n\nIf you're looking for what a female should wear, here are the generally accepted rules for the ladies:\n\nInformal Daytime: Short dress or suit (business attire OK for morning weddings)\nInformal Evening: Cocktail dress\nSemi-Formal Daytime: Short dress or suit\nSemi-formal Evening: Cocktail dress\nFormal Daytime: Short dress or suit. Hats and gloves optional.\nFormal Evening or Black-Tie: Long or dressy short cocktail (beading, glam accessories,  wrap)\nUltra-formal or White Tie: Long gown, extra glitz (furs, diamonds, etc.)\n\nI hope this helps.
1089312
If you're in the beginning phases of planning a wedding (which it sounds like you are), your best bet would be to talk to your fiance so that you can determine what you both want in your ceremony and reception.  Start broad: come up with what time of year you want to get married (winter, summer, etc.), what kind of place you'd like to get married (church, beach, etc.), and how big you'd like it to be.\n\nOnce you've narrowed down your options, go to a planning website like www.theknot.com, www.wedalert.com/, or www.brides.com.  They'll give you options on ideas, and you should be able to use their interactive planning calendars too.\n\nUse the given dates to plan dress shopping, invitation sending, and everything else.  They may even have a budget calculator to make it even easier!\n\nBest of luck to you...\n~mm~
634971
Each state and sometimes each county has different regulations for who can legally preside at a wedding.  Check at the county courthouse where you will be performing the wedding to see what the requirements of that county and state are.
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www.theknot.com \n\nFirst make your guest list.  One for engagement party (if you're going to have one), one for wedding, one for reception. . . Then, trim it down.  Decide on a budget, then decide if you want to DIY (Do it yourself).  Pick everything from that budget:  The venues, caterers, rentals, dress, accomodations, florals, etc.  Decide on a date before you pick the above mentioned things.  It's easier to schedule a wedding that's at least a year away, because the dates you want are more likely to be open.  I could go on and on. . . just go to the theknot.com, maybe get a coordinator or some software.   You'll be fine, congratulations!!
476222
You mean like meeting a guy, dating, getting engaged, and then marriage?  Or the actual ceremony itself?
581996
Start planning the basics now like what hall you have in mind and what church. start looking around at prices and churches might need to book a bit in advance. Just take your time and  check out all the details. Before you know it the big day will be here. And because you have taken your time and planned out everything to go off with out a hitch it will be the best day.\n\n The bridal shower should be 6 months before the wedding date.\n\nStart discussing with your fiancee what you both really want in this wedding and fix a budget. Colours and themes and stuff
956254
I am from Australia\nas this country is multi-cultural; then we do not really have any fixed customs as such.\nhowever -  some things that have usually been done here are:-\n the groom & his attendants are already in place with the celebrant when the bride enters the ceremony venue being escorted by her father. the bridal attendants would precede the bride down the aisle.\nthe couples families & other guests would then often place ""good luck charms"" ( horseshoes;hearts;shoes - made from ribbons/cardboard/crocheted; & attached to a ribbon) over the arm of the bride as she & the groom walked back down the aisle.\nas the emerged from the church - the assembled guest would throw confetti over the couple ( this has been replaced by flower petals/bird seed/bubbles)\nat thestart of the reception - all the guests are assembled at their tables & the couple "announced" as they enter the room\nat the end of the reception the guests would form an arch of linked hands for the couple to walk under & every one hugs/kisses them as they leave\nask how her parents conducted their wedding.\nif you have any "australiana stores in your area you may be able to purchase things that you could use a favours or decorations\nmany brides also use the verse \n"something old; 'something new; something borrowed ; something blue; & a sixpence in your shoe: \nwhen putting their outfits together- all the items are meant for good luck \n the something old can be a grandmothers brooch pinned on or into the dress; \nmail me if I can be of further help
1051269
Your wedding day is one of the most important events of your life.  Go formal no matter what time of the day it is.  Live it up, dress to kill. and have a great time.
794893
Depends on the formality of the wedding.Why not ask someone in the Bridal party.
103779
Sure you can... but the legal date of your marriage will be that of your "first wedding". My husband and I were married by a justice of the peace, 4 years later we were married in the church. We even went through prekana(sp?) classes to do it. It was great to renew our vows and profess our love for one another again. Congrats & good luck:)
779290
It's absolutely possible to plan a wedding in 10 months.  I planned mine in 11 months from across the continent!  We invited around 150 people.  Make sure you look into a photographer 1st and then book the reception site and church.  Since you're having an October wedding, you should be fine with availability.  Ours is in Jan, and we've found that most vendors (florists, caterers, etc...) aren't booked up in the "off-season" like they would be April-September.  Websites like www.wedding channel.com and www.theknot.com are very helpful in planning and budgeting.  Good luck and have fun!!