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The How-To Lounge: Seating Your Guests
Figuring out where to seat the guests at your wedding is not a small task and can be a source of a lot of anxiety, but I'm here to offer some helpful tips on how to map out your reception seating. Regardless of the kind of dinner you have — sit down, buffet, or station — you have to provide your guests with a place to sit and enjoy their meal and good company. To see my tips, click here to read more
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Found It! Gossip Girl Bamboo Folding Chairs
In last night's episode of Gossip Girl, beautiful bamboo folding chairs were used for seating guests at Lily and Rufus's wedding. When it comes to folding chairs, this is probably the most chic design you'll come across. But they're also good-looking enough to use in your home, not just for when you're having a party or extra guests.
Who Would You Most Like to See Guest Judge American Idol?
American Idol auditions are underway and while we've already seen Victoria Beckham step in as a guest judge in two locations, the producers are looking to fill Paula's shoes with a series of female pop stars. Today Joe Simpson shot down rumors that Jessica was angling for a spot, but it got us thinking about some other ladies we'd like to see in the empty seat. Katy Perry is signed up with promises of more to come but tell us — who would you like to see on American Idol?
Fit and Fun Engagement Parties
Weddings call for many celebrations, but all those parties don't need to be formal affairs. There are many fun ways for you to celebrate your engagement and bring guests together without having to stress about seating arrangements. Here are a few of my ideas for healthy and fun engagement parties.
The How-To Lounge: Reception Speech and Toast Etiquette
While the toasts at a rehearsal dinner are casual, the wedding reception usually has its own set of more formal speeches. Having planned speeches at your wedding is in no way mandatory, but if you don’t account for them, they’re likely to happen anyway, so before the big day, it’s best to sit down for a few minutes to plan them out. To check out my tips on reception speech etiquette, read more
The Project Runway Season Five Finale Runway Show!
The grand finale of my Fashion Week was the Project Runway finale show. And what a show it was. Before the season five contestants showed their collections, it was a reunion among familiar faces.
You Asked: How Can I Say No to Being a Bridesmaid?
Dear Sugar,
I have a close friend who is a guy. Over the years I have become friendly with his wife: We do things together as a group, but I never call her or do anything with her separately. To be honest, I don't care for her very much; she can be rude and very hard to have around.
Wedding Planning Week in Review
If you missed any of wedding planning week here on Dear, check out my recap below!
- Learn proper wedding reception etiquette, like how to arrange your seating chart and the best way to incorporate speeches and toasts.
- Looking back, is there anything you would have done differently at your wedding?
- Know of any wedding disaster stories? Share them with other Dear readers!
Make Wedding Planning Easier by Downloading Software
You don't have to be a geek to like wedding software, but if you like to be organized then perk up — this may be for you. If you've been using Excel spreadsheets to organize your wedding planning, that's great, but labor intensive, plus there is so much to remember to record and follow! Let some software hold your hand and tell you it's OK.
Dear Poll: Have You Ever Had a Wedding Hookup?
For single guys and gals, weddings have a reputation for matchmaking — even if that match is sometimes for just one night. After all, you're surrounded by friends, love is in the air, and booze and bad dancing are plentiful. It's no wonder that for some wedding guests, the night ends with a little bit of making out or hooking up with a fellow wedding goer.
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