Is it rude not to invite everybody in your bridal party with a date?
It’s entirely optional, so you would not be "rude" to forgo dates for them. Although invitations are extended to spouses, fiances, or live-in partners of bridal party members (just as they are for all invited guests), dates for solo attendants are not required. While it would be a nice gesture to include their dates, it’s not always feasible. Base your decision on projections for the size and cost of your wedding, and the composition of your bridal party. If only one or two attendants are single, you might be able to include their guests. It’s up to you.
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Mar 16, 2010