What do I do if a wedding check from a guest bounces?

Don’t say a word! The bank will notify your guest and they will likely mail you another check. When you write the thank you note, don’t make any mention of the bounced check.

I’m allowing my guests to bring dates to our wedding only if they are in long term relationships. Should I make an expception for one of my bridesmaids who is single? Should I allow her to bring a date.

Yes!

We’re having a cupcake wedding “cake” and wonder if we cut into a cupcake together or just skip it all together?

Well, although super cute, they aren’t actually wedding cakes. Cutting into one is just not the same as cutting into a large tiered cake. Why not just each hold a cupcake and take a bite, or hold one and take a photo.

My mom’s friend is a florist and has offered to do my flowers at a discount. While I appreciate the gesture, I want to go with a different, hip & trendy florist. How do I turn her down without hurting her feelings?

It depends on who’s paying. If you’re paying, let the friend know that while you appreciate her generosity very much, you have already chosen another florist. If your mom is the one paying, you just need to understand that sometimes parental wedding money have strings attached. If you must go with mom’s florist, give her as much direction as possible and be grateful for the extra attention.

I have two close friends, Steve and Carol who just divorced. Both are attending my wedding and Steve is planning on bringing a date. Do I have to let him and should I warn Carol?

Yes, you have to let him (you’re not the date police). Yes, warn Carol, who may want to bring a hottie of her own. Do not seat them at the same table.

Well, the great thing about having your own blog (key words: YOUR OWN) is that I get to put myself in charge of any and all categories!

Okay, so originally when I started this blog and considered doing etiquette predicaments, I seriously wanted to barf at the idea of having to get all prim and proper and careful about how I was going to write it. Would I offend people? Would I have to write like I was Emily Post? Both would have me sitting here at the computer for hours editing and editing, so I got to thinking…why not just write these little etiquette dilemmas as if I were talking to a bunch of gals? Really, it’s the only way I can write this little blog and I don’t have to constantly bug other people, asking them, “read this before I post it, does it sound ok?”

Back to the real question…Does Cami Even Know What She’s Talking About?”
Imagine how embarrassing this whole thing would be if I didn’t.
I literally POUR and POUR over all things etiquette. Big, huge, thick heavy etiquette books to really thin, skinny pocket etiquette books. Modern etiquette books which talk about the groom’s blackberry ringing while you’re walking down the aisle to more classic etiquette books featuring how to cook a pleasant meal for your mother-in-law for the first time. And there’s also the endless magazine columns (mostly bridal) and the tons of websites…

So I promise to try to always find the best and most useful tips for my readers. If you disagree, want to make a comment or share a great story - PLEASE DO!
I can’t wait to hear from you!