Is it against wedding etiquette to do this? I don't have a date for my friend's wedding but I want to go. Is it ok for me to bring my friend who is a girl? I don't want it to look awkward though. Help!
2006-10-24 03:48:46 · 23 answers · asked by emilyanne36 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
the invitation said "and guest"
2006-10-24 05:06:33 · update #1
the invitation said "and guest"
2006-10-24 05:07:08 · update #2
YES I THINK IT IS OK ...U MAY WANT TO ASK WHO INVITED U......BUT I TOOK MY BESTFRIEND TO ANOTHER FRIENDS WEDDING AND RECEPTION.....AND NOBODY HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH IT.....AND I DIDNT LOOK OR FEEL AKWARD....BUT IF UR FRIEND DOESNT KNOW THE BRIDE AND GROOM MAKE SURE U INTRODUCE HER......PLUS ON MOST INVITES THEY SAY UR NAME AND GUEST......PLUS IF THEY NEED A COUNT OF GUEST LET THEM KNOW....TAKE HER AND HAVE GREAT TIME.......
2006-10-24 03:56:33 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Does your invitation say "and guest" or just "you"? If it says "and guest" you may bring anyone you choose. If it is just for you, not only do you not need a date, you shouldn't bring a date! Weddings are very expensive, and the amount of things purchased to feed/entertain the guests can sometimes be very closely calculated.
2006-10-24 10:52:01 · answer #2 · answered by Baby'sMom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't see a problem with it. A couple years back, one of my female co-workers brought her friend as a "date" to our fancy holiday party, and nobody seemed to think it was weird or anything. I guess it depends on how the bride feels about it. If your friend who's getting married is a sort of uptight type who wants everything to look "picture perfect," she might be mad if you show up with a female friend as a "date." However, if she's the more laid-back type of bride, she probably will just want you to be happy, whatever you do. I have a friend who had male "bridesmaids," just because she had more guy friends than girlfriends. It really just depends on the person and the wedding!
2006-10-24 11:03:06 · answer #3 · answered by fizzygurrl1980 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
ok, here's the deal... if the wedding invitation was addressed to you and "guest" then it's ok. if it is addressed to you and a significant other by name or title (husband, wife, bf/gf, etc), then it is not acceptable. if the invitation is addressed to you alone, then no guest is acceptable. also, if it is addressed to you and a "guest", pay close attention to the rsvp. some ask for the name of your guest and some merely ask for the number attending. the reason for this is for seat placement planning.
2006-10-24 10:55:37 · answer #4 · answered by jeep_man129 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes--liberated women do it all the time! Just be sure when you RSVP that you're listed as 'plus one' so the couple getting married will know how many guests to expect. It would be okay to attend alone or with a girlfriend--no need to explain yourself either. Enjoy and have a good time.
2006-10-24 10:51:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
How close are you to this friend who is getting married? If she's a good friend, she'll understand that you don't want to go alone and it's perfectly ok for you to bring a girlfriend. Have you already rsvp'd for 2? Then definitley bring her, because the bride is counting on a specific number of people for meals, etc., and has probalby already paid for them. So, if you've already rsvp'd for 2, it's ok to bring a friend, in my opinion.
2006-10-24 10:51:04 · answer #6 · answered by Kate L 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if its close to the wedding & the number can't be changed, then yes, bring the girl. If not check your invitaion, did it specify a date, or partner? if so it may be better to go alone. Best of all check with the bride or groom, its them who has to pay, and they may not want you to bring someone they don't know who isn't a date.
2006-10-24 10:52:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
As long as the guest specified you could bring a guest, and you RSVP accordingly, it should be fine.
You might make a point to introduce your friend to the bride and groom, if they don't already know her, just to be polite.
2006-10-24 18:16:11 · answer #8 · answered by LBD 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It should not be a problem at all. YOU are there for the wedding,and not for anyone else's opinions. If it really bothers you, ask the bride to get her view on it. I am sure your dilema is the last thing on the brides mind for a wedding.
But, any normal person would agree with me. ;-)
2006-10-24 11:02:44 · answer #9 · answered by Brent G 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's perfectly fine, as long as your wedding invitation is inviting you and a guest. Have fun whoop it up, sometimes its more fun with a girlfriend. God Bless!
2006-10-24 10:57:24 · answer #10 · answered by HereweGO 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋