When the rules of etiquette were first established, never did one imagine we would have to change them from the perspective of social media. While there is no alternative to using common sense when considering what to and not to post; we still end up seeing posts that violate the basic tenets of social media etiquette. So what is the best way of handling social media for your wedding or engagement?
Here are 5 important dos and don’ts of social media and weddings:
1. Do not post every single detail
When we add people to our friend lists, we are actually not even really friendly with them. Sometimes, they are colleagues or associates. This is the main reason why we need not post every single detail about the wedding. Secondly, the list of social media friends could also include some genuine friends you could not invite to the party. So, there is no point in rubbing it in their faces by posting every tiny detail of what went on your wedding weekend or engagement party.
2. Do keep the drama to yourself
Every wedding comes with its share of drama. But you need not post the details of it on Facebook and especially must stay away from posting negative stuff about vendors, guests and so on. Sure, you might delete it afterwards when you have calmed down a bit, but the damage will already be done by then. You might not only lose friends, you will also alienate your wedding suppliers who you will still need to work with, be it in settling the bill etc.
3. Do not talk about wedding gifts
Can you imagine, some couples actually do this! They post the photos of wedding gifts they have received. You certainly do not want to do so, since you would end up comparing things between the wedding guests. You can always thank your guests personally later or even call them or write a small note once the wedding is over.
4. Do refrain from discussing money matters
Sure your wedding has cost you a huge amount of money but the last thing you want to do is discuss it publically. Not only is this impolite, it will also make you seem like a big show off. Guests are also not going to feel comfortable if you are going to rant about how the wedding has left you broke.
5. Do not publicize the breakup
In event of a painful breakup or if the wedding is called off, please do not post about it. And certainly do not be in a hurry to change your relationship status to single. In the event things end badly, you do not want to hurt your fiancé further by discussing it on social media. Your close friends can always come to know about the canceled wedding through the usual channels.
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