the new rules of wedding etiquette
if you’re planning a wedding...
call your parents before pressing “post” or “tweet” to announce your engagement
Your close friends and family will want to hear it straight from you first. A Facebook status, tweet or Instagram photo of your new sparkler might be the most efficient way to get the news out, but it’s not the most personal. You know which friends and family members would appreciate to hear the news from you. Plus, it’s likely that older family members (like your grandparents) don’t have social media accounts and could miss the message altogether.
change your relationship status right this minute, or in a couple of months—it’s up to you
There’s no wrong or right time—some even do it at the altar! Once you tie the knot, you can decide when to change your relationship status or last name on your
