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2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
10 mistakes guests should never make at weddings, according to etiquette experts
Business Insider asked etiquette experts about the mistakes guests should never make at weddings. Guests shouldn't ignore the RSVP deadline or arrive late to the ceremony. Overindulging at the bar, bringing an uninvited guest, and taking food home are all major faux pas. A lot of time, effort, and money go into planning a wedding, so it's important for guests to be on their best behavior during the festivities. That's why Business Insider asked four etiquette experts about the mistakes guests should never make at a wedding. Here's what they said. Weddings, especially larger ones, require significant planning and coordination. That's why Nick Leighton — cohost of the etiquette-centric podcast "Were You Raised by Wolves?" — said it's important to abide by the RSVP deadline on a wedding invitation. "There are few things more rude than leaving a host hanging, so be sure to RSVP promptly," Leighton told BI. Although you may routinely show up late to other events, weddings are not a place for tardiness. In this environment, late arrivals can disrupt the flow of the ceremony or reception. "Arriving late to a wedding ceremony is a social faux pas," etiquette expert Lisa Mirza Grotts said. "Guests should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early." Etiquette expert Jamila Musayeva said ignoring the dress code for a wedding is inconsiderate and disrespectful. "When a guest shows up underdressed, it disturbs the aesthetic and can even make others uncomfortable. It's always better to be slightly overdressed than risk looking out of place," Musayeva told BI. Jo Hayes, an etiquette expert and founder of told BI it's never OK for guests to wear all-white, cream, or pale pastel outfits. "Do not wear a style that looks remotely bridal. You do not want to come even close to stealing the bride's spotlight," Hayes said. However, she said white elements in an outfit are OK if they're within reason. Nothing can ruin wedding photos like camera flashes and raised arms holding up phones. To mitigate this issue, many couples now request "unplugged" ceremonies, where smartphones and other electronic devices are kept out of sight. Musayeva told BI that ignoring the couple's wishes and using a phone are among the most disrespectful things a guest can do during a ceremony. Unconfirmed guests — including children — impact headcounts, meal planning, and table dynamics, and cause stress and frustration for the couple and wedding coordinators. "Bringing someone who wasn't explicitly invited places an unexpected financial and logistical burden on the couple," Musayeva said. Open bars are a popular choice for weddings, but Musayeva told BI it's important that guests don't overdo it. "Drinking excessively shows a lack of self-awareness and puts unnecessary strain on the hosts," Musayeva said. "A guest who becomes disruptive, loud, or sloppy can change the tone of the evening entirely. It shifts attention away from the couple and onto someone's behavior." Although giving the couple a personal and thoughtful gift might seem gracious, Grotts said wedding guests should avoid straying from the provided wedding registry, as it can create more work for the couple down the road. "A couple's registry is a curated list reflecting their needs and tastes," Grotts told BI. "Disregarding it can result in redundant or unwanted items, hence returns." Hayes told BI that claiming the spotlight with any big personal announcement or news is both self-centered and inconsiderate. "Don't steal the spotlight or make the day about yourself in any way. This includes no wedding proposals or baby news announcements. The day is about the couple, not you," Hayes said. Leighton said it's never tasteful for guests to bring to-go containers with them, no matter how casual the wedding is. "The hosts want you to have a nice time, but they probably don't want to cater all your meals for the week," he said. It's best to avoid banking on the idea of leftovers altogether — and always ask permission before taking anything home. Read the original article on Business Insider
Business Insider
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
10 mistakes guests should never make at weddings, according to etiquette experts
A lot of time, effort, and money go into planning a wedding, so it's important for guests to be on their best behavior during the festivities. That's why Business Insider asked four etiquette experts about the mistakes guests should never make at a wedding. Here's what they said. Ignoring the deadline to RSVP Weddings, especially larger ones, require significant planning and coordination. That's why Nick Leighton — cohost of the etiquette-centric podcast " Were You Raised by Wolves?" — said it's important to abide by the RSVP deadline on a wedding invitation. "There are few things more rude than leaving a host hanging, so be sure to RSVP promptly," Leighton told BI. Arriving late to the ceremony Although you may routinely show up late to other events, weddings are not a place for tardiness. In this environment, late arrivals can disrupt the flow of the ceremony or reception. "Arriving late to a wedding ceremony is a social faux pas," etiquette expert Lisa Mirza Grotts said. "Guests should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early." Ignoring the dress code Etiquette expert Jamila Musayeva said ignoring the dress code for a wedding is inconsiderate and disrespectful. "When a guest shows up underdressed, it disturbs the aesthetic and can even make others uncomfortable. It's always better to be slightly overdressed than risk looking out of place," Musayeva told BI. Wearing white or light-colored styles Jo Hayes, an etiquette expert and founder of told BI it's never OK for guests to wear all-white, cream, or pale pastel outfits. "Do not wear a style that looks remotely bridal. You do not want to come even close to stealing the bride's spotlight," Hayes said. However, she said white elements in an outfit are OK if they're within reason. Taking photos during the ceremony without explicit permission to do so Nothing can ruin wedding photos like camera flashes and raised arms holding up phones. To mitigate this issue, many couples now request "unplugged" ceremonies, where smartphones and other electronic devices are kept out of sight. Musayeva told BI that ignoring the couple's wishes and using a phone are among the most disrespectful things a guest can do during a ceremony. Bringing an uninvited plus one Unconfirmed guests — including children — impact headcounts, meal planning, and table dynamics, and cause stress and frustration for the couple and wedding coordinators. "Bringing someone who wasn't explicitly invited places an unexpected financial and logistical burden on the couple," Musayeva said. Overindulging at the bar Open bars are a popular choice for weddings, but Musayeva told BI it's important that guests don't overdo it. "Drinking excessively shows a lack of self-awareness and puts unnecessary strain on the hosts," Musayeva said. "A guest who becomes disruptive, loud, or sloppy can change the tone of the evening entirely. It shifts attention away from the couple and onto someone's behavior." Straying from the wedding registry Although giving the couple a personal and thoughtful gift might seem gracious, Grotts said wedding guests should avoid straying from the provided wedding registry, as it can create more work for the couple down the road. "A couple's registry is a curated list reflecting their needs and tastes," Grotts told BI. "Disregarding it can result in redundant or unwanted items, hence returns." Making the day about you Hayes told BI that claiming the spotlight with any big personal announcement or news is both self-centered and inconsiderate. "Don't steal the spotlight or make the day about yourself in any way. This includes no wedding proposals or baby news announcements. The day is about the couple, not you," Hayes said. Assuming you can take food home with you Leighton said it's never tasteful for guests to bring to-go containers with them, no matter how casual the wedding is. "The hosts want you to have a nice time, but they probably don't want to cater all your meals for the week," he said. It's best to avoid banking on the idea of leftovers altogether — and always ask permission before taking anything home.
Daily Mail
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Donald Trump and Brigitte Macron 'broke etiquette rules' with their outfits at Pope Francis' funeral, expert claims
Donald Trump and Brigitte Macron broke etiquette rules by deviating from the dress code at Pope Francis ' funeral, an expert has said. The US President, 78, and the French First Lady, 72, joined world leaders, clergymen, and reigning monarchs in St Peter's Square as the Argentine Pontiff was laid to rest on Saturday. However, both have received criticism for their attire at the event, which neglected the dress code of a dark suit with a long black tie and white shirt for men, and either a modest black dress or a formal suit with a black headscarf, head covering, or veil, for women. Despite the guidance, Trump, who sat in front of hundreds of foreign dignitaries and royalty, opted to wear a mid-blue suit adorned with a pin showing the American flag, a white shirt, and a satin blue tie. Meanwhile, Brigitte, who joined her husband, French President Emmanuel Macron, opted not to cover her head and styled her blonde hair in a voluminous blow-out style. As such, both Trump and Macron faced backlash for failing to adhere to the dress guidance issued by the Vatican to ensure attendees were properly presented for the funeral of the Pontiff, who died on Easter Monday after having a stroke. Now, etiquette expert and founder of Jo Hayes, has commented on the topic and found that both broke the rules with their choice of attire. 'Both President Donald Trump and French First Lady Brigitte Macron broke etiquette rules, by deviating from the official dress code for the funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis,' Hayes exclusively told Femail. Hayes continued, 'Good manners dictate abiding by the designated dress code for an event - any event, especially one as significant as the funeral of a Pope. 'The more significant and momentous the occasion, the more important it is to abide by the official dress code. 'It demonstrates respect for the event, the organisers of said event, and those for whom the event is honouring. 'The official dress code for Saturday's funeral was a dark suit, white shirt, and long black tie, for men. For women, a below-the-knee black dress, or formal suit, and a black veil or head covering.' Hayes explained that while Trump's choice of a blue suit did not adhere to the guidance, the US President could have made his outfit choice more suitable by adjusting its shade. She said, 'While most would describe this as a dark blue suit, dark navy would have been more appropriate, should he not want to stick to traditional black.' Hayes drew on the examples of Joe Biden, who wore a blue tie, and the Prince of Wales, who donned a dark navy suit. 'Former President Joe Biden, and Prince William, both wore dark navy suits - shades of dark blue far more appropriate for the funeral's dress code,' the expert added. Meanwhile, though Brigitte's double-breasted blazer, long, pleated skirt that hit below her calves, and matching turtleneck followed the rules set out for the funeral, her lack of head covering did not. Hayes explained, 'Brigitte Macron failed to wear a veil or head covering - unlike the rest of her First Lady and royal counterparts. 'I'm surprised, as First Lady Macron is normally a protocol maven. And being French, a nation historically drenched in Roman Catholicism, she would be aware of the importance of the veil dress code stipulation, at any official event where one is meeting, or honouring, the Pontiff.' Despite deviating slightly from the rules, Brigitte was supportive as she accompanied her husband to pay her final respects to the 'People's Pope'. She was later seen comforting Macron, who became emotional during the nearly three-hour-long service to honour the Pope's 12-year legacy as head of the Catholic Church. Seated alongside the Macrons, in the first row, were US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania, whose 55th birthday coincided with the high-profile event that saw Vatican City transformed into a fortress. Brigitte held on to her husband's arm as they joined the ranks of dignitaries and heads of state filing into St Peter's Basilica to pay their final respects to the 'People's Pope' Unlike Brigitte, Melania's outfit was praised for meeting the stipulations of the dress code - as the former supermodel covered her head with a black mantilla and also wore a pair of matching gloves. Several members of the European royal delegation - from Queen Letizia and Queen Mathilde, to Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit - also wore appropriate head coverings as they represented their countries at the funeral. And while UK prime minister Sir Keir Starmer's wife Victoria didn't wear a veil, she picked a black circular hat with netting in line with the Vatican's guidelines. While she may not have had much say over her husband's funeral attire - Trump's blue suit and tie was considered by many as a sign of disrespect - Melania helped the president sidestep what might have become an embarrassing diplomatic faux pas. At one point during the three-hour Catholic mass, the congregation were invited to 'offer each other a sign of peace' by shaking hands with one another. A clip from the funeral service showed Trump watching the proceedings around him without participating in the 'Sign of Peace' ritual before Melania came to his rescue, it has been revealed. Forensic lip reader Nicola Hickling told The Daily Mail that Melania instructed her husband to start shaking hands before Trump grudgingly offered his hand to the French president Emmanuel Macron. 'You should do it,' Melania whispered in Trump's ear before repeating herself. 'Oh, alright,' the American president replied. He then stuck out his hand to greet Estonia's president Alar Karis and Spain's King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, before turning his attention to Macron. The pair shared a prolonged handshake as Trump very narrowly avoided what would have been a terrible blunder. Meanwhile, Trump's outfit was widely criticised online as one X user slammed the President in an X post that read: 'Why is Trump the only male world leader who is wearing a blue suit? Has he no sense of appropriacy? Shame on him.' Another noted: 'How disrespectful Trump is wearing a blue suit to a funeral.' And a third fumed: 'Did he not have a black suit? At least a dark blue one? Where is the respect?' Prince William, 42, also drew criticism for wearing a dark navy suit to the funeral, although he met the funeral regulations with a black tie.
