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Awkward Wedding Situations

Awkward Wedding Situations

By Kelly Hynes 

So, your aunt announces that she thinks your dress is tacky! While your charming cousin wants to bring his newest girlfriend along to the wedding (this is his third girlfriend this week). No wedding would be complete without some socially awkward situations to spice it up. But it demands the question, how do you put a stop to their antics without sounding like a bridezilla? 

Telling your friends/family they are not in the wedding party
 
This can cause hurt and resentment, as people often love weddings and therefore feel they can be the most helpful and reliable person to have by your side. Deliver the news in a sensitive and fair way. Tell him/her that you really value their friendship but you couldnt possibly have everyone in your bridal party. You can give them a role in the ceremony or let them organise an aspect of the wedding that will give them recognition. No matter how rejected they feel, it is your decision and it should not have to be compromised. 

Saying no to extra guests
 
Probably the most common awkward situation but also the easiest to resolve! The magic word here is budget constraints, who can argue with that? It is the true reason in 90% of these cases, as most couples would love to have the financial means to invite everyone but unfortunately they dont. If you were aiming for a small wedding, tell them that you want a small intimate ceremony with family and close friends. 

Not wanting kids at your wedding 
Everyone is different, some people find children adorable and others find them unbearable. If you want your wedding child-free that is absolutely within your rights. You will find that some guests within the parent category will be delighted to drop the kids off at the grandparents for the weekend and let their hair down. On the other hand, you may get some less than impressed parents who cannot attend the wedding if they are stuck for childcare options. Dont be blunt and write things like 'adult-only' on your invitations or you will be asking for trouble! Address it to John & Mary Smith instead of the Smith family and use word of mouth to spread your no child policy. 

Someone has too much to drink at the reception
 
There is always one at every wedding. If your guest(s) is getting too rowdy, stay calm! You can discuss this issue with your venue staff, they are more than likely well used to dealing with this situation discreetly. Let the staff know that they can stop serving someone or offer water if they think they have had too many. Leave it up to the persons friends or partner to look after them on your day.  

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