Etiquette: When You Get Duplicate Gifts at the Shower
Posted by Talley Sue HohlfeldNormally, if you get two of the same gift, you thank each person, then stealthily return one of them and never mention the duplication. If they know about …
Entries from the ‘Etiquette & Advice’ Category
Etiquette: Should He Ask Your Dad for Your Hand?
Posted by Talley Sue HohlfeldOne of the oldest traditions of the proposal is for the groom to ask the bride’s father for his daughter’s hand in marriage. Historically, a suitor would often …
Etiquette: Can You Host Your Own Engagement Party?
Posted by Talley Sue HohlfeldLong ago, the engagement party was hosted by the bride’s parents in order to reveal the upcoming nuptials to family and friends – at the party. Up until a …
Etiquette: When to Use "Retired" Titles on the Invite
Posted by Talley Sue HohlfeldI was asked a fun question via our AskMartha mailbox last week. The father of the bride has three titles, all of from which he has retired. In …
Etiquette/Poll: Replace a Maid of Honor or Best Man?
Posted by Talley Sue HohlfeldSo your best friend from college got a new job and won’t be eligible for vacation. She (he?) won’t be able to be there — do you get …
Etiquette: Who Gets a Corsage or Boutonniere?
Posted by Talley Sue HohlfeldThis week, Nikki wrote to us at our AskMartha mailbox (askMartha@marthastewartweddings.com) with this question: Who gets a corsage or boutonniere at my wedding? Money is tight, but she …
Etiquette: When Gifts Arrive Early
Posted by Talley Sue HohlfeldWhen a wedding gift arrives before the wedding date, the Etiquette Squad often gets asked, “Do I open the gift? And should I send the thank-you note now, …
Etiquette: Be Discreet When Gathering Addresses
Posted by Talley Sue HohlfeldAs you round up addresses (and spellings of names) for your guest list, you’re going to want to find out: Are the single cousins dating anybody? What about …
