So many people think that THEIR wedding will be something toooootally different.  One, like no other, one that no one can top but when they get right down to it, they always end up with wedding etiquette questions.  How do we do our first kiss?  What is the order of the processional and receiving line?   These are just a few of the more popular questions that tend to come up in conversation.

The first kiss is meant to be the first time that you and your fiancé show the world and your wedding, that you are officially husband and wife.  It is a cherished moment that you all don’t want tainted with a gratuitous open-mouthed, tongue quenched, make-out session.  You definitely what to keep it nice, sensual and sophisticated. 

The order of the processional depends, a lot of times, on the religious background of the couple.  Most religions tend to go in this order: Grandparents of the groom, Grandparents of the bride, Mother of the bride, Officiant, groom, best man and groomsmen (if they are not walking down the aisle with the bridesmaids.  Bridesmaids: starting with the one that is farthest from you in the line up, Maid of Honor/ Matron of Honor, Ring bearer and flower girl (they can come down separate or together).  Last but not least, the bride and her father (or whom ever else is given this wonderful task)

Receiving lines have always been a much-debated addition to ceremonies, which can prove to be very useful.  Whenever people come to your wedding you want to make sure that they feel important.  Receiving lines give guests the pleasure of physically congratulating you and your family without feeling like they are intruding while you are trying to enjoy yourself at the reception.  The order of receiving lines is as follows:

Mother of the Bride, Father of the Bride (optional) Bride, Groom, Mother of the Groom, Father of the Groom (optional), Bridesmaids and Groomsman (both are optional).  There are numerous variations as to the order, including no men, along with no bridesmaids.

Happy Planning,

Shafonne Myers

Making Your Event Special

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