Modern Wedding Etiquette: Wedding Guest List

Making your own guest list needs planning

A wedding, no matter how simple it is, cannot be complete without the traditional reception after the rites. Chosen guests who attended the ceremonies socially mingle at the reception arranged for the bride and groom. This reception can be held in the residence of the groom or bride or in a selected venue like a restaurant so that all those cordially invited can dine at the tables over sumptuous menu and a toast of wine or beverage. 

Customarily, the bride and groom make the necessary preparations by planning ahead especially the list of guests to be cordially invited to the wedding ceremonies. It is important for them to know even the modern wedding etiquette. The guest list would include those closest to the bride and groom, like their parents, relatives and intimate friends. The entourage of the wedding rites such as the godparents of both, the best man and bridesmaid, candle bearers and veil sponsors are notified through a wedding invitation.