Do it...Don't do it.

A list of wedding (and general event) do's and dont's. Ahh...if it were only as simple as following this list, huh?

1. Don't wear uncomfortable shoes, brides! Yes, those Christian Louboutin satin pumps are TO-DIE-FOR but a few minutes into your ceremony/reception you'll be regretting wearing them. If you want to take cute "shoe pictures" then wear them for the pictures and then change into comfortable wedges (if you need height) or comfortable ballet flats. No one seems them anyway and you'll be a lot happier, trust me!

2. Do plan on doing INDIVIDUAL table salutations! This will make your guests feel special and will make them feel like they each got to spend precious time with you on your special day!

3. Don't forget to invite your vendors to your reception (officiant, coordinators, florists, etc.). It's a nice gesture and a great way to show gratitude for all of their hard work!

4. Do make step-parents and grandparents feel special by including them in your wedding. They can take simple tasks such as ceremony readings, guestbook attendance, special dances, or reception toasts which will make them feel that they are being involved and appreciated.

5. Don't forget to tip the DJ, busboys, waiters, location coordinators, etc.!

6. Do remember to return rented tuxedos/dresses! So many brides and grooms leave on honeymoons, forget to return rentals and rack up hundreds of dollars in fees! If you need to leave on your honeymoon the next day leave your planner or someone in your wedding party in charge of returning them for you.

7. Don't..let me stress this one, DON'T get facial or glycolic peels, facials, facial waxing, laser hair removal, etc. anytime close to the date of your wedding or your event (up to one month prior is a good rule to follow). You never know how your skin is going to react and you don't want to end up with red, blotchy, peeling skin on the most important and photographed day of your life!

8. Do seat elderly guests AWAY from loud speakers and packed dance floors and if at all possible close to the bathrooms. You don't want them to be uncomfortable because of loud music or be constantly bumped by tipsy dancers. Make them feel comfortable by seating them somewhere separate from the dance floor and not a long walking distance to the bathrooms.

9. Don't ask for gifts of money in your invitations! If you don't have a registry because you prefer monetary gifts just leave the registry area blank. The guests will get the hint or will buy you something that comes from their heart. It's very tacky to ask for money/checks in your invitations.

10. Do think about creating "bathroom baskets" (especially for the female restrooms). Include such things as feminine hygiene products, pain relievers, pins, extra pantyhose, clear nail polish (for hosiery runs), hairspray, bobby pins, safety pins, stain removing "pens", etc.

11. Don't forget to send out thank you cards! 1-3 months after the wedding is a good goal to try to keep.

12. Do have your wedding planner/event planner or Maid of Honor create you an emergency kit. This should include things like: straws (for drinking after you've had your makeup done), stain removers, white chalk (for dress stains), safety pins, extra makeup, oil blotters, nail files, etc.

13. Don't do anything drastic to your hair/hair color. If you want to try a new color/cut wait until after the wedding. You want to make sure you feel and look like "yourself" in your pictures and many times brides regret changing their looks too drastically before their weddings. Also, if you're used to your hair always being down, keep your hairstyle down! If you are used to having your hair up then do an "up-do" or you will be looking at yourself in the mirror and in pictures wondering what looks "off" or different all day.

14. Do pamper yourself and your bridesmaids the days leading up to the wedding. This is the time to relax and if you have a planner, hand everything over to them.

15. Don't over-tan! There's nothing worse than staining your dress with self-tanner, peeling all over your back/chest because of over-tanning in a booth, or looking orange in pictures.