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Sometimes, people do not know how they should behave when attending a wedding. This is because many wedding guests assume that etiquette should be left for the groom, bride and their family members. However, there are certain rules that should apply for guests as well and it is important for people to be aware of them before attending any wedding. Behaving in a way that is not expected may not necessarily be punishable but it can be a source of great embarrassment to the wedding couple and their family and this should not be allowed to happen during their most important day.

It is very easy to have wedding etiquette because it involves very simple rules that sometimes go unnoticed. The first rule is getting to the wedding on time. All wedding invitations have the time when a wedding is expected to start and all guests should be seated at least fifteen minutes before then. Walking in to a ceremony when the bride is walking down the aisle is very rude.

Another simple rule to follow at the wedding is silence. The only noise to be heard should be as directed by the presiding official in order to treat the wedding ceremony with sanctity. This not only shows a sense of order but also ensures that the ceremony is revered and respected. Some ceremonies require the guests to sit and stand during certain points of the event and if one is unsure, they should follow the leads of other guests or the presiding official.

It is also important to let hired professionals take pictures when the ceremony has already started. Another important part of wedding etiquette is confirming one’s attendance as soon as they can mainly because the wedding planners use the number of guests attending to make many important decisions. Additionally, unless the card has specifically indicated that a guest can be brought along, invited guests should not bring along dates.

Sending gifts to the newlyweds is also very important. This is both common courtesy and it sometimes makes it easier for the couple that just got married to start their lives easily. If for instance one does not attend the wedding for any given reasons, it is important for them to send a gift because the bride and groom respected them enough to request their presence at their wedding. Alcohol can be another source of embarrassment and it should therefore be consumed in moderation. Guests should show the newlyweds that they are happy for them but they should not embarrass them while doing it.