Understanding wedding etiquette is one of the most important jobs of an engaged couple. When you’re hosting a celebration for your nearest and dearest, there are plenty of traditional wedding rules that you will be expected to follow—in addition to all the planning and logistics that you need to put in place. As modern etiquette rules have changed over the years, it’s helpful to give yourself a refresher as you enter your engagement period, or encounter a potential faux pas with guests during the planning process. To help guide you, we chatted with Lizzie Post , an etiquette expert, author, and great-great-granddaughter of the queen of all things manners, Emily Post.
Ahead, Post gives us an in-depth look at how to navigate hosting your wedding with grace, thoughtfulness, and tact.
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