The bottom line is that on your wedding day, you should be happy and have things go they way you like. However, at the same time, you must be gracious and courteous. Within the next few pages, Bride Online has compiled some important etiquette information to keep in mind for your wedding.

DO's
--Send out your invitations 6-8 weeks before the wedding date. This will give your guests plenty of notice. Leaving the invitations too late will result in guests not being able to make it due to other commitments so don't risk it.

--Try to personalize your thank you notes by handwriting them. You should respond with a thank you note within 4-6 weeks of receiving the gift.

--De-stress yourself and organize a pre-wedding day of pampering at a day spa for the yourself

--Don't underestimate how long it will take to plan your wedding. If you give yourself enough time to research and shop around, you will get the best deals and not stress about time constraints.

--Your budget should be realistic. This is a once in a lifetime event so remember to keep that in mind. Your timeline should also be realistic. Don't try to do too much in too short a space of time.

--It's your wedding day, the most romantic and one of the most important days of your life so remember to relax and enjoy it

DON'Ts

--Don't organize to have a wedding shower as well an engagement party as well as a wedding registry! That's just being greedy!

--If your wedding is in the summer time, avoid having long-winded ceremonies that take place indoors if there is no air conditioning. Your guests will be uncomfortable and unhappy.

--Try not to put too much emphasis and having everything just 'perfect'. Keep your sense of humor about things and be flexible.

--If you haven't decided on a budget yet, don't book any services. You might regret it later if there isn't enough money for an aspect of the wedding you really want. It's a good idea to shop around as this will provide you with information you need to make the correct choice. Don't just hire the first person you speak to.

--Don't assume anything. Try to get everything in writing and sign a contract that you have read carefully and understood.

--The wedding day will involve the both of you so don't make any decisions without first consulting your partner about it. They might have valid points to make that you may have overlooked.

--Weddings can be expensive so don't invite every single person you've ever known! 

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