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While many once popular wedding traditions might have fallen by the wayside, many others have withstood the test of time.

One tradition that has endured is the wedding registry, which is designed to help wedding guests find the right gift for the couple of honor.

Thanks in large part to the Internet, it's now easier than ever before to set up a registry. Couples can do so entirely via the Web or visit their favorite store or stores and use a hand-held scanner to add items to their registry. But even though registries are easy to set up, it might help couples to consider a few tips before they start clicking or scanning away.

Register with multiple merchants. Couples can help guests out by registering with multiple merchants. Doing so gives guests more options and increases the likelihood that guests can find the store.

When choosing merchants, try to choose national stores that guests can access regardless of where they live.

Don't assume all guests are tech-savvy. While the Web has made setting up and accessing a registry easier for couples and guests alike, it's safe to assume your guest list will include one or two holdouts who have never before shopped online. Because of that, couples should still register with a brick-and-mortar store instead of only registering online. *Read the fine print. Some online retailers are kinder than others.

When establishing an online registry, examine the retailer's policy thor-

oughly to be sure it does not include substantial service charges or exorbitant shipping fees. Guests should not be penalized for their generosity.

Vary the options within the registry. When adding items to the registry, be sure to include items that everyone can afford.

Especially nowadays, when many weddings host guests from far and wide, it's ideal to include lots of affordable items. That way guests who have already spent considerable money getting to the wedding won't have to break the bank even further to gift the bride- and groom-to-be.

As for high-end items, keep those to a minimum. Parents, siblings or other especially close relatives might ask to buy those items before you even establish the registry. But it is important to include at least a few expensive items, as some guests might pool their resources and buy these gifts, saving you money while giving them the satisfaction that you got something you might not have been able to afford after paying for the wedding.

Set up a honeymoon registry. Many of today's couples live together before they get married, and as a result, they might not need some of the more common household items like cookware, linens or home furnishings. Couples who already have stocked cupboards and linen closets might want to consider a honeymoon registry, which allows guests to donate money toward the couple's honeymoon. Guests can donate money or pay for certain activities the couple can enjoy while getting away from it all.

Wedding registries have evolved, making it easier than ever before for couples to set up a registry their guests can access.

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Wedding dress silhouettes

ew wardrobe decisions are scrutinized as much as a bride-to-be's choice of wedding gown. Finding the perfect gown that flatters the future bride's figure while stunning her guests and soon-to-be husband is a labor of love for many brides.

Finding the right gown means having an understanding of what silhouettes are available and what flatters certain body types. After all, you want to look like the best version of yourself when getting married. Here is a look of some of the common types of gown silhouettes and why choosing this shape might be right for you.

A ballgown dress is truly a classic style, evoking images of fairy tale princesses. With a fitted bodice and full skirt that flairs at the waist, this silhouette is usually good for all body types. Because the full skirt, typically poofed-up by crinoline and will hide the hips and thighs, women with a pear shape might gravitate toward this style. The ballgown style may not be ideal for petite women, as the skirt may overwhelm their figures.

Women who prefer something a little more formfitting may select a trumpet silhouette. This dress is fitted through the body and then the gown flares out at mid-thigh level. Women with taut stomachs and hourglass figures can benefit from this style gown, but those who do not want anything tight in the hips and thighs will want to select something else.

Another silhouette very forgiving or appropriate for many body types is the A-line gown. A-line cut dresses should be the go-to style for anyone looking to minimize perceived flaws. The cut of the dress will fit to the waist and gradually fan out from the hips to form the outline of an uppercase "A." When in doubt, A-line gowns are classic and sensible and a favorite among brides.

A bit more fitted than the trumpet, this silhouette is close to the body from the chest down to the knee. The skirt then flares out slightly by the knee.

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A balance between a traditional A-line and a more fitted gown, the modified A-line does not flare out as much. But it does flare out enough from the waist to hide areas around the hips and thighs. This is another good choice for a wide array of figures.

Brides who do not want a gown that reaches the floor can opt for a tea length dress, on which the skirt generally falls between the ankle and the knee.

Lean brides who want simplicity in their gowns can opt for a sheath silhouette. The narrow shape of the gown from the neckline to the hem will definitely accentuate the body shape. Therefore, women who are shy may want to select a different option. Petite women who may be overwhelmed by more fabric can usually wear a sheath gown with success.

Convenient and comfortable, short wedding dresses are ideal for an informal, outdoor, garden, or beach wedding.

Although a bride may have a wedding gown style in mind, it is a good idea to try on a number of different silhouettes to find the one that is most flattering. Bridal salon employees are usually wellversed in matching body type to a gown and can prove invaluable when selecting a dress.

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Roles of the best man and maid of honor attendants.

The best man will coordinate the bachelor party and may be asked to assist the groom with selecting a honeymoon site or to come along to book the trip.

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On the day of the wedding, the maid of honor and the best man will act as a support system for the bride and groom. The maid of honor will help the bride get dressed and help iron out any mini-emergencies that should crop up.

The best man will help ensure all of the ushers are dressed and get the groom to the wedding on time.

During the ceremony, the maid of honor will hold the bride's bouquet while she participates in the wedding. The best man will keep the rings safe until they are needed.

The maid of honor also will help adjust the bride's train and veil as she sits and stands during the ceremony. Both will sign the marriage certificate as witnesses.

At the reception, the best man is expected to give a toast and the maid of honor may share some words as well. She also may accompany the bride to the restroom

and assist her with managing the gown.

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The best man will be in charge of returning the tuxedoes to the rental shop, if necessary. He also may drive the newly married couple to the airport so they can depart on their honeymoon.

The maid of honor will assist the bride in changing out of her gown and into her travel clothes. Oftentimes the maid of honor takes the gown to the cleaners in the days following the ceremony so the dress can be preserved.

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Being chosen as a best man or a maid of honor is a significant and meaningful honor. Those roles have evolved over the years, but these special participants must still perform some of the traditional duties of the past, including serving as the official witnesses to the ceremony. The following is a rundown of the various duties maids of honor and best men are now expected to handle once they're chosen for these distinguished honors.

PRIOR TO THE WEDDING Before the wedding takes place, the maid of honor will closely assist the bride-to-be with many of the important decisions related to the look and the feel of the wedding.

She typically accompanies the bride to dress shops to select gowns for the bride and bridesmaids. Much in the same manner, the best man will assist the groom-to-be with choosing tuxedoes or suits and also with coordinating with the ushers to ensure they know when to go for fittings.

Although the best man will serve as a sounding board for the groom, traditionally the bride and her bridesmaids have taken on the majority of the wedding planning, so the maid of honor can expect to play a larger role than the best man. The maid of honor may be asked to delegate certain assignments, such as helping to find wedding vendors or addressing invitations. She may go with the bride for makeup and hairstyle trials. Together with the bridesmaids, she will plan a bridal shower party and a bachelorette excursion. She may select a wedding gift for the couple and present it on behalf of all the wedding

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One of the final responsibilities a couple has before they tie the knot is planning their rehearsal dinner. Typically the night before the wedding, the rehearsal dinner is an opportunity for the families of the bride- and groom-to-be and the members of the bridal party to get to know one another over a good meal.

Planning a rehearsal dinner is much less complicated than planning the wedding, but couples still must take steps in advance of the dinner to ensure it goes smoothly.

Choose the right restaurant.

Couples who are having their ceremony and reception at the same venue may be able to have their rehearsal dinner at the venue as well. But many couples still prefer the rehearsal dinner be held at a different restaurant. When choosing the restaurant, be sure to make a reservation several weeks in advance and choose a restaurant that's fully capable of accommodating your party. The restaurant should have a menu that's versatile enough to accommodate guests on special diets or those who are vegetarian or vegan. The rehearsal dinner party can be quite large, so you'll want to make your reservation as early as possible so you can get the restaurant of your choice. The larger the group, the earlier you should make the reservation.

Invite the right guests. Some couples may be confused as to whom they should invite to their rehearsal dinners. Wedding party members and their significant others should always make the

cut, as should the parents of both the bride and groom and the person officiating the wedding.

Kids who will be in the wedding and their parents also should be invited. Many couples even invite their immediate family members and siblings, even if those relatives are not in the wedding.

Determine who is paying in advance. The groom's family traditionally pays for the rehearsal dinner, but that tradition has largely fallen by the wayside. Couples should determine who will be paying for the dinner in advance so there's no confusion once the meal is over. Couples who are handling the bill for their weddings should include the rehearsal dinner in their overall wedding budget.

Try to create a relaxed atmosphere. Many of the people invited to the rehearsal dinner may be

Expectations with a civil ceremony Many people dream of a wedding in a church or synagogue before dozens of family members and friends, while there are others who prefer to forego the fanfare of a large wedding ceremony and are content with a civil wedding instead.

Civil ceremonies are often a choice for couples who may have different religious beliefs or do not belong to a particular religious persuasion. In lieu of being presided over by a pastor, priest or rabbi, civil ceremonies are conducted by an authorized official, such as a judge or justice of the peace. The marriage also can be performed by a licensed wedding officiant. Depending on where a couple lives, mayors or even notary publics can solemnize a marriage. Pilots and ship captains also may be able to preside over the ceremony. Some states and provinces will allow anyone to solemnize a wedding, provided they have filed for a special permit for the day.

In terms of location, the most basic of civil ceremonies take place at the county courthouse, where paperwork is immediately filed.

Ceremonies also occur at City Hall.

Couples can choose to hire an officiant to go to another location to oversee the marriage ceremony. The latter is the more expensive option and will be based on the officiant's schedule.

The structure of a civil marriage is much more lax than those which follow the more traditional course.

Rather than being required to wear a certain wardrobe or meet with the requirements of a particular church or other house of worship, couples often find flexibility with the civil route. Although some brides and grooms prefer to wear a tuxedo or suit and a wedding gown, it is not necessary to do so.

There are many couples who have tied the knot in more casual clothing or even costumes.

In order to participate in a civil ceremony, couples must secure a marriage license. This is usually obtained by a county registrar or another officer of records where the couple lives. Regulations will vary as to the time period in which the ceremony can be done after the mariage license is received. Some licenses may be voided if the couple

does not tie the knot within a few days of securing the license.

When the ceremony will take place is generally up to the couple and, if a member of the judiciary will be overseeing the wedding, the courthouse. Some courts require an appointment for the wedding, while others may have a walk-in policy. Determine these policies well in advance of the wedding day.

There is often a fee collected for the wedding ceremony in addition to what was paid for the marriage license. For those hiring a private officiant, the fee will be much higher than what a clerk of the court will cost. The couple will need to bring the marriage license and photo identification. Certain municipalities require witnesses, who will need to be present with their own photographic identification. These witnesses will be needed to sign the marriage certificate.

Because there is no firm tradition with civil ceremonies, couples may need to be more hands-on when it comes to executing the wedding.

Here are some tips to consider. * An officiant may not organize the wedding, meaning it will be up to the couple to choose vows, arrange where people will stand, request any clerical blessings, or include any other special elements. * Some officiants enjoy presiding over weddings, while others see it as just a part of public duty.

Couples can try to find an officiant who meets with their approval and will keep with the tone that is expected of the ceremony. * For those adding personal vows, keep them brief and tailored to the occasion. * Know how many people can attend the ceremony in advance.

Couples should recognize that space could be limited and restricted to only a few people if the wedding is taking place at the courthouse. * Arrange the venue for a party afterward. Couples may choose to record a video of the ceremony for playback at a reception to enable those who were not in attendance to be part of the special moment where the rings and vows were exchanged.

Civil ceremonies are advantageous to those who have factors that may make a religious ceremony unfavorable.

Song choices for spotlight dances

Wedding tradtionalists know there will be a number of required dances at the reception to keep them on their toes. From spotlight dances to special requests, the night is sure to be filled with memorable moments on the dance floor.

A bride's dance with her father and a groom's dance with his mother are special moments during a wedding reception that can evoke strong emotions and a few tears from family and friends. Part of what makes these moments so memorable are the songs themselves. Choosing the right songs can be difficult, but there are ways to make the decision-making process go more smoothly.

When considering songs, select among songs that have a special meaning or represent the bond between parent and child. There may be a song from your youth that you enjoy or one that you sang to a parent at a school performance that is particularly memorable. Consider songs that are a favorite of your parent. Songs that seem to tran-

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Timing of the song is important.

Father-daughter and mother-son dances are not the times for lengthy songs. While these certainly may be good choices for when the DJ needs to take a bathroom break, their length could leave you on the dance floor too long and bore your guests as a result. Keep spotlight songs short and to the point. After all, the goal is to have guests up dancing and enjoying themselves.

If you and your parent are not the sentimental types, then by all means select a song that's less traditional.

In some cases the spotlight dance can be even more poignant when a parent is no longer living and is attending the wedding in spirit only. You may opt to have a few special words said with a particular song that reflects a parent's personality. Otherwise, you can dance with another person in your mother or father's stead.

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meeting one another for the first time, so couples should aim to create a relaxed atmosphere to reduce any nervousness and tension. The rehearsal dinner may also be the only time couples can relax and let their hair down with their family and friends, as the wedding day itself and the ensuing reception can be hectic. So take advantage of the more relaxed atmosphere and share a few laughs with those closest to you.

Bring the gifts for members of your wedding party. The rehearsal dinner is when brides- and grooms-to-be give their bridesmaids and groomsmen their gifts. If the gifts are especially large, then you might want to give them before you enter the restaurant or even back at the hotel. But in many cases, it's perfectly alright to give out the bridesmaid and groomsmen gifts at the rehearsal dinner.

Allow time for toasts. Toasts are not just a tradition of the wedding reception, but of the rehearsal dinner as well. The couple's parents often want to toast the bride- and groom-to-be, and such a toast may be conducted in tandem.

But the groom is also expected to give a toast, most notably to his bride-to-be. In addition, the couple walking down the aisle can toast their bridal party during the rehearsal dinner, thanking them for being a part of their big day.

Rehearsal dinners are typically a fun chance for couples and their families and friends to enjoy an intimate and relaxing dinner with one another the night before the couple's big day. But as relaxing as the rehearsal dinner should be, couples should still follow certain protocols to ensure the dinner goes off without a hitch.

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9 - 12 MONTHS BEFORE WEDDING Choose your wedding date. If you plan to be married in a church, temple or mosque or in a religious service at home, clear the date and time with your clergy.

Announce your engagement in local newspaper.

Set your budget. Take time for a heart-toheart talk with your fiancé about the budget and style of your wedding, reception and wedding-related parties, and who pays for what.

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Interview caterers, musicians, florists, photographers, videographers and bakers. Get written estimates of their costs.

Plan a rehearsal dinner for members of your wedding party, your family and out-oftown guests. Reserve the location.

Check with bridesmaids to make sure they have their gowns and are getting them adjusted.

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Arrange hotel accommodations for members of the wedding party who live out of town. Reserve a block of rooms for other out-of-town guests, and let them know the rooms are available.

Remember to ask for any group discounts or special packages.

Shop for gifts for your bridesmaids. Offer to help you fiancé select gifts for his attendants.

Choose your caterer.

Remember to get a written contract.

Choose your musician(s).

Book your photographer and or videographer.

Select your baker and order the cake.

Choose your florist.

Enlist help. Consider hiring a bridal consultant.

If your budget won’t stretch that far, ask relatives and close friends to assist you in specific tasks – selecting a dress, interviewing caterers, locating a reception site – especially in areas where you feel you need support.

Decide on your color scheme.

Compose a guest list.

Let out-of-town guests know your wedding is in the works so they can make travel plans.

Select your wedding invitations. Don’t forget to purchase personal stationery for the thank-you notes.

Reserve your reception site.

Choose your attendants.

Select your wedding gown, shoes and accessories.

Shop for wedding rings.

Decide on your honeymoon destination.

Work with a travel agent to book your travel and accommodations.

4 MONTHS BEFORE WEDDING Register for gifts at one or more bridal-gift registries. Help both mothers to coordinate and shop for their wedding-day attire.

Decide on your bridesmaids’ dresses.

Select music for your ceremony and reception.

Determine the theme or mood you’d like to establish with the food, table settings, flowers and entertainment.

Choose readings for your wedding and write your wedding vows.

Reserve your weddingday transportation and any other weddingday rental needs.

Make appointments for gown fittings.

Check the requirements for a marriage license.

Make sure contracts and arrangements are complete with all of your service providers.

3 MONTHS BEFORE WEDDING Carefully prepare directions, including simply drawn maps, if necessary, to help guide guests to the wedding and reception, and to hotels. For guests who will travel a long distance to your wedding, consider assembling an information package on fun things to do and see in your area.

Begin addressing invitations and announcements. Select a special stamp at the post office. Invitations should go in the mail six to eight weeks before your big day.

Give the caterer or other food suppliers a close idea of the number of guests you expect.

Make sure all reservations are in place for honeymoon travel. If you’re traveling overseas, check again that your passports are current and that you have any necessary visas.

Make a date with your photographer for any formal portraits you desire.

Make an appointment to have your hair done just before your portrait session and again the day or so before your wedding.

Consider including your bridesmaids in a “day of beauty” before your wedding with manicures, hair styling, massages and makeup sessions.

2 MONTHS BEFORE WEDDING Mail out your wedding invitations and announcements.

Have wedding portraits taken.

Send bridal portrait and wedding announcement to newspapers.

Finalize the music that will be played during your wedding ceremony.

Meet with musicians who will provide entertainment during your reception and orchestrate precisely what you want and when you want it played. Don’t be shy to voice your preferences, down to the volume, favorite songs you’d like to hear or even songs you don’t want played.

Plan your rehearsal dinner and a brunch or fun activity for outof-town guests to enjoy on the day following your wedding.

Make appointments for a hairdresser, makeup artist and manicurist.

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Ask a friend or family member to arrange for wedding gifts that may be brought to your reception to be delivered to your home or another safe spot.

Get your wedding license.

Have a final fitting of your gown and make sure your attendants have theirs.

Wrap gifts for bridal attendants and have them ready for the rehearsal dinner.

Check that your menu selections and service plans are locked in place with the caterer.

Purchase travelers’ checks and reconfirm honeymoon travel and hotel plans.

Purchase a special book to keep track of wedding gifts as they arrive.

See that checks are written and ready to be handed out to vendors at the agreedupon time.

Write those thank-you notes on a daily basis.

If you plan a formal dinner for your reception, it’s time to draw up a seating plan and make up place cards.

Inform your caterer of the final number of guests. Confirm that out-of-town guests are set with hotel accommodations, transportation and wedding-day directions.

Check with your florist to confirm dates and time of flower deliveries.

Review your weddingday transportation plans and make sure drivers are clear about addresses, times and number of passengers.

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Make name or address changes official on documents, including driver’s license, Social Security forms and financial accounts.

Meet with your photographer to specify the formal shots you want taken of the bridal party, as well as specific, candid shots you’d like taken during the reception.

Review the video plans with your videographer.

1 WEEK BEFORE WEDDING Pick up wedding rings.

Begin packing for honeymoon.

Take time to relax and enjoy a massage, manicure and pedicure.

Traditionally, this is the day for your rehearsal ceremony and rehearsal dinner.

THE WEDDING DAY Allow time for dressing, makeup and hair styling.

If you plan on photography before the ceremony allow ample time so you’re not rushed.

Relax, and remember: This is your special day, the result of all your careful planning. Now it’s time to enjoy.

Refuse to let any glitch get to you. Savor every moment of this sacred day.

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important to find out when the thank-you photos and cards will arrive first from the photographer.

The thank-you sentiments should not be delayed by the photographer.

For those interested in less expensive options, preprinted thank-you cards can be purchased at a stationery store. There are many designs and price points available. Remember, it is not the card itself, but the thank-you that is important.

As to the rules regarding those getting a thankyou, it is just about anyone who contributed in some part to the wedding, even if a verbal thanks was already offered. Anyone who provided an

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engagement, shower or wedding gift, those who gave gifts of money, anyone who hosted a party or shower, attendants in the wedding, people who may have housed wedding guests, parents of the bride and groom, suppliers and vendors, and employers who have wished couples well should all be included on the thank-you list.

Here are some other guidelines to follow.

• Mail out a handwritten note to each and every person being thanked.

• Do not use form letters or preprinted cards to which you simply add your signature.

• Be sincere in your messages and try to mention the gift and what it will be used for.

• Promptly respond to gifts that were received through the mail so the giver knows they arrived.

• Never mention that you plan to return a gift or exchange it.

• Mentioning the amount of a monetary gift is optional, but it does confirm to the giver that the right amount was received.

• A mass thank-you posted on social media is not adequate.

• Even if you are late with writing out thank-you notes, that doesn't exclude you from doing so.

By adhering to thank-you card etiquette, couples will ensure their guests know that gifts and efforts to make the wedding special were appreciated.

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Weddings and gifts go hand-inhand. Couples who are tying the knot can expect to receive scores of gifts, ranging from simple well-wishes to cash to items listed on their registries.

Because gift-giving is tradition, couples should plan on spending some time writing thank-you notes to express gratitude to the people who were kind enough to give a gift.

Contrary to popular belief, couples do not have a year's grace period to mail out thank-you notes after the gift has been received or the wedding has taken place. According to the etiquette experts at The Emily Post Institute, all thank-you cards should be written and mailed within three months of receipt of a gift. It is preferable that the thank-you be written directly after receipt of the gift, but time-strapped couples may not have the opportunity to do so.

However, writing a few thank-you cards every few days can alleviate having a giant pile to do later on.

Many couples prefer to order thank-you stationery when they order their wedding invitations.

This way the paper, font and style match the original invitations. In addition, it may be less expensive to order stationery as a package.

In some cases, a photography package may include thank-you notes with wallet-sized photos to include. Couples can then mail out a nice sentiment with a photo from the wedding. To keep with the etiquette time frame of thank-you notes, it is

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