Wedding Etiquette

I am often asked etiquette questions and there are some that keep coming up again and again.  One of these is, “What do I do if guests don’t RSVP? 

As a wedding planner, one of the services I offer is calling guests who have not RSVP’d by the requested date.  It is perfectly acceptable to call those guests who have not responded.  After all, you may be charged for meals that no one is there to eat!  When I call I say something along the lines of:  Mary & Tom are hoping that you will be able to join them for their wedding.  Please call and let me know as soon as possible. I have found most people are very apologetic, explaining that “yes” the are planning to come but misplaced the RSVP card etc, etc.  We lead such busy lives, it is understandable that some people forget to RSVP.

If you don’t have a wedding planner, enlist the help of your family & bridal party to call.

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