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One of the nicest filinge, about a second
wedding is that there are ‘ewer do's and
don'ts. The ',0PPOisti Can be joyous and
festive, bit more relaxed.
Geoct taste is the guideline, according to
modern bridal etiquette books which devote
considerable space to the subject of remar-
riage, recognizing this fact of contemporary
life. •
Since just about anything goes today,
some can have a big formai church wedding
with all the trimmings if they wish. The only
"no -no” seems to be you should not wear a
veil.
But remember, When it comes to pay for
thewedding, you NO the groom will pro-
bably be on your own, our parents era
act/ to velOnteer to pay the entire Oat
fitah,1 on !he theory that Only once in a
etime.' -
And your hoot- friend will predictably be
less than ecstatic about buying another tulle
gown with shoes to match,,Juat to be inClud-
ed in the wedding party as an attendant.
At the other end of the scale, you can be
completely low key and slip off quietly to Ci-
ty Hall with your intended and two
witnesses, to be married on your lunch hour.
Most second -time brides opt for a wedding
that falls somewhere in between, with a
small intimate ceremony often in the church
Findisig fin:appropriate gift
Traditional weddings are definitely "in"
again. -
Like their parents before them, young
people today want to get married in style.
For the guest invited tothe nuptials, that
means finding an appropriate gift, .
Lucky you if the briderto-be has listed her
preferences at one of the bridal registries
that are flourishingagain in gift and depart
-
meat stores'.
Ask her where she is registered and your
gift -giving problem is half solved. If she has
chosen a china, crystal or silver pattern, all
you have to do is phone the -store, order your
chosen 'gift and give them your credit
number. The gift can. be duly wrapped and
delivered, sight unseen: And you know it's
exactly what she wants. •
If she hasn't been that astute, you May
have to pump her mother, her roommate or
take the bull by the horn and ask the bride
herself what gifts she hopes to receive. Be
subtle, of course.
It is also helpful to browse the stores and
ask a few pointed questions of the salesper-
sons.
Fine china and crystal are on the bride's
wanted list, according to china and gift
stores which do a large wedding business.
Aud,yes, brides still collect silver.
Porcelain and modern glasswares are
also the choice of many brides, since they
can be used for every day or gussied up with
an imaginative 'centrepiece and pretty
linens for company dinners. Stainless flat -
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, ware is as popular as ever.
If you're unsure of her pattern or want to
give ernore individual gift, you can, 4ardly
gowrong with a simple pewter bowl, a hand-
some cheese tray orversatile serving dish.
Good looking bar tools are usually
welcome..=,
She'd love a food processor no doubt. Or
an espresso maker. Or, if you're good
hearted Aunt Sara, a portable microwave
oven or duvet for the bed. ' °
Maybe she's just waiting for someone to
start her off on a versatile oven -to -table set
of casseroles and pots!
Or how about a lacquered tray signed by
the artist, a soft mohair throw, a colorful
wall hanging, or a miniature watercolor
ofiginal?; An exotic plant in a striking
Planter could be just the thing to set off that
empty living room corner.
Use your imagination — and your good
taste.
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• friends, followed. by a wedding party is uspally t10114 -The
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first utte and, Nit obcooptily small.
ment.er0 is formal0.0g,agigt. mit annevt*,
Invitations to the wodding-AOO14ho-made.,
by telephone or handwritten note, in Your
• and your husband:04)4'i names. It's
• thoughtful and proper to give your children
the good 404 first, then your parents, your
former spouse, his parents, and your friends
• inthat order„ •
Parents of your first husband should Win;
- vital with the stipulation you will
understand if they prefer not to come. You'll
probably want your children to be part of
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e wedding service is exactly the Seine
for a second Wedding as for a first, If it's to
be a church service, you should consult with
your elergyabOUt any special procedure in-
volved,
• Some of the little differences in a second
wedding ceremony: only one attendant and
a best man is usual. An older son may escort
his mother to the altar, or a daughter may
be the maid of honor, A charming touch if
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