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(ARA) - June was traditionally
the most common month for weddings, captured by
the phrase "June bride." Now, more and more
couples are choosing to host their affair year-round. Whether
on a sandy beach or inside a snow-covered church,
the event is still one of the most memorable in
people's lives and should be celebrated with style.
And while advice and how-tos
for brides are plentiful, many guests are still
left with lingering questions about what gifts
to give and wedding day etiquette.
"Although it is an honor
to be included in a couple's special day -- and
it's often lots of fun -- there are a few rules
wedding guests should keep in mind," says Denise
Dinyon, Lenox gift-giving and etiquette expert. Dinyon
offers these tips to help guests and ensure a happy
day for all.
* DO give a gift, even
if you can't attend. According to the fourth
annual Lenox Gift-Giving and Etiquette survey,
nearly 40 percent of people don't always send a
gift to celebrate a wedding they can't attend. Sending
a gift indicates your support and best wishes for
the happy couple who are starting their lives together.
* DON'T arrive late. Take
into account extra time for traffic snarls, bad
directions and last minute runs to the convenience
store. If you plan to arrive 15 minutes early,
you'll most likely just make it. No one should
walk down the aisle after the bride. If you
arrive late, try to slip in quietly down a side
aisle.
* DO remember to turn
off your cell phone during the ceremony. It's
the height of rudeness to allow a personal call
to interrupt someone's once-in-a-lifetime, special
moment.
* DO personalize your
gift. While registries offer a great way
for couples to select the perfect gifts for their
lives together, going the extra mile by adding
a personal touch is a wonderful way to show you
care. If the couple has registered for china,
include a special family recipe with the place
setting.
* DON'T take a year to
send a gift. Contrary to popular belief,
guests do not have a year to send a gift. Gifts
should really be sent before the wedding. The benefit
of sending a gift ahead of time is that the couple
will not have to worry about keeping it safe at
the reception or transporting it after.
* DO commemorate the special
day. After the wedding, send the bride and
groom your snapshots. Even though most couples
have professional photos, there is something extra
special about pictures taken lovingly by friends
and family. Personalize the gift by framing
the best shot in a beautiful china frame to embellish
the couple's living-room.
* DON'T forget to have
fun! Surrounded by family, friends and well-wishers,
the bride and groom may not be able to spend more
than a few moments with each guest. But having
spent so much time on planning their perfect day,
knowing that the guests had fun is indeed, the
icing on the cake.
With these simple etiquette
tips, guests are bound to have fun at the wedding
without having to worry about awkward moments. For
more information, tips and gift ideas, visit www.lenox.com or call (800) 63-LENOX.
Courtesy of ARA Content
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