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Old-School Wedding Rules You Can Skip

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Modern couples can ignore these outdated traditions: white wedding dress requirement (wear any color), not seeing each other before ceremony, cake cutting as first activity, formal receiving line, specific seating charts by relationship, registry only for household items, bride's family pays for everything, matching bridesmaid dresses, specific processional order, bouquet/garter toss, formal place cards, no children rule, champagne-only toasts, and traditional first dance. Do what feels right for you.

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Build in Buffer Time Throughout Your Day

Things always take longer than planned. Build 15-30 minute buffers between major events: getting ready to ceremony, ceremony to photos, photos to reception. This prevents stress if hair runs late or traffic is heavy. A relaxed timeline means better photos (you won't look rushed), more time to enjoy each moment, and flexibility for spontaneous opportunities. Share the padded timeline with vendors but the actual timeline with your wedding party.

Assign a Point Person to Handle Day-Of Questions

Designate one non-wedding-party person (friend, coordinator, trusted family member) as the contact for all vendor and guest questions on wedding day. Instruct vendors and family to only contact this person, never you or your partner. This protects your experience from logistics stress.

Pack a Day-Of Emergency Kit

Essential items: safety pins, fashion tape, stain remover pen, pain relievers, bandages, deodorant, breath mints, phone chargers, tissues, bobby pins, clear nail polish (for runs), scissors, super glue. Assign someone to keep this accessible all day. Prevents 90% of common crises.

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