Myth Busters: Wedding Edition!

Oh Lordy Peeps....Sometimes I wonder where people get what's floating around in their head.  So here's the scoop.  The top wedding beliefs that just need to go buh bye!

10. Both sides of the wedding party have to be even....honestly.  NO, NO and NO.  There are many different circumstances to why this may not happen.  No biggie, your pics will turn out regardless...I promise.

9. A male maid of honor is something you only see in the movies.  NOPE.  It happens peeps.  And if he's your best friend through and through, you are rude for pushing him to the side because he is male.  **side note though, not all men are willing to do this, so if they politely say no to your question, don't get mad**

8. It is now acceptable to enforce weight limits, certain looks, etc on your bridal party so everyone looks good in the pics...UMMMM NO, NEVER, ARE YOU OUT OF YOUR MIND?  If you do not love them for who they are, don't ask them to be in your wedding.  Period.

7. Cash bar is ok.  No again.  There are many ways to budget around this.  Trust the fact, that this will be the talk around the water cooler on Monday.

6. A buffet is always cheaper than a plated dinner.  Not necessarily.  In fact, a good portion of the time, it is more expensive.  Double check with your caterer before you assume anything.

5. Flower Girls and/or Ring Bearers have to be a part of the wedding ceremony.  Actually, 9 out of 10 times, the smaller they are, the more of a pain in the ass your ceremony will become.  Yes, they are super cute, and no one says you can't have them dress up for your pictures, and give them something "special" to do..ie: help the ushers pass out programs, carry the "extra special guest book" from the car to the table...you get what I'm saying.  The point is, I have done MANY weddings, and inevitably, they want their parents, they get stage fright, the list goes on and on...Just double think this one and make your choice wisely...

4. Doing it yourself will always save you money.  Not necessarily.  Time is money, let's face it.  If it is going to take you 20 hours to make something for all your guests...sometimes it's better to have someone else do them.  Asking Uncle Joe to be the photographer may sound great, until he gets drunk and you don't have any photos of your reception...Just sayin' peeps...aunts and uncles mean well...but when it doesn't come out the way you wanted, it's no bueno.  If you still want to accept their help, make sure they understand, they are the "photographer", or "DJ",  etc and not just a guest.

3. You are required to invite a guest for everyone you invite.  No.  If your single friend is not seeing anyone special, you can just put "Sally" and not "Sally and guest".  This is perfectly acceptable.

2. The couple is required to pay for accommodations for out of town guests.  While this may be super generous if they have the cash, this is not a requirement nor has it ever been.  If you decide to go, book your accommodations accordingly.

1. And last but not least....The Groom HAS to be involved in every aspect.  Honestly ladies...get over it..he's just not that interested in all the details..he's marrying you because he trusts your judgment.  Most grooms are interested in 3 things: The DJ, the food, and the cake tasting.  Of course there are always exceptions to this general rule, and if that is you, you go girl!

There are so many more myths, you know the second edition to this blog will have to happen in the future! 

xoxo,

Pix