Is it okay for a single female to bring a male friend to a wedding that's not her boyfriend or husband? Will the other guests assume that they are a couple?
2007-08-15 12:05:05 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
If the invitation includes yourself and one other, it does not matter who that other is. naturally most people will bring a spouse or partner if they have one, but if they don't it is perfectly acceptable to take a friend to accompany you.
As for what people will assume ~ that's something no-one can control! People with a few brains will not automatically assume anything, but there's no saying what others will do.
Regardless, you don't owe anyone an explanation, and if someone ask you need only say 'we are friends', you don't have to go into a big deep explanation unless you wish to.
Cheers :-)
2007-08-15 12:18:34 · answer #1 · answered by thing55000 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the invite had your name and a guest listed than you are not required to bring a significant other if you don't have one. A male friend will do. Let the other guests assume whatever they want. Why would that be an issue for you?
2007-08-15 19:11:48 · answer #2 · answered by dawnb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Assuming it was OK to add "and guest" to your invitation? If so, encourage your male non-boyfriend/non-husband chum to graze amongst the bridesmaids & other ladies [save and except for the ones who have obvious bf's & hubbies] so it will be evident that he's your Escort Only. You then will be free to do the same in amongst the ushers & other guys you might fancy...signals sent, message clear...and everyone can have a Riotous Good Time. Weddings always bring out the worst amongst the clucking hens, who start sighing "Aren't They A Cute Couple" so squash that one by each of you operating as Soloists! p.s., the above is based on my personal experience, BTW...and a Good Time Was Had indeed on several occasions!
2007-08-15 19:15:55 · answer #3 · answered by constantreader 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is perfectly acceptable to tote a boy pal to a wedding, some guests may assume that you r an item...simply answer with a witty comment about being pals...then let the subject die. Many guests will probably keep thier opinions to themselves anyway, and as long as you r having a good time it wont matter!!
2007-08-15 19:16:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is totally fine to bring a male friend to a wedding. It will be a fun party and I am sure that you would like it if your friend came along. No one else should assume anything. Just have fun at the wedding with your friend.
2007-08-15 19:09:09 · answer #5 · answered by amy00 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If the invite says bring a guest she can bring whomever she would like. It could be a brother or cousin or friend, whatever assumptions the other guests would make are not relevant.
2007-08-15 19:10:02 · answer #6 · answered by justa 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
They might assume that he is your partner because that's how it is approached. They believe that if you bring a guy to the wedding, your goal is to send him a message and being subtle, so yes they will. Just stay under the radar and get approached by people, do not approach them, because they might think that you are showing off. (That's my opinion) But if they ask, just say no we're not a couple. And have lots of fun.
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2007-08-15 19:14:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is ok to bring a male friend to a weddingit will give you someone to hang out with and dance with. who cares what others think unless you are looking for someone then sometimes wedding can be a place to meet single people.
2007-08-15 19:10:16 · answer #8 · answered by missy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the invitation said you may bring a guest - bring one. Who cares what others think. That's their problem.
2007-08-15 19:10:54 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If their invitation says they can bring a guest and it can be anybody. Other guests won't be bothered whether they are a couple or not.
2007-08-16 05:29:40 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋