These are the unwritten rules of being a wedding guest, according to experts: People dont realize how much depends on this

There are several things experts warn against doing as a wedding guest if you want to continue being friends with the happy couple long after they say “I do.” According to etiquette guru Jo Hayes and dating coach Emily Thompson, being a good wedding guest goes beyond just showing up and giving a gift.Topping off the list of don’ts as a wedding guest, according to the experts, is sending in a late RSVP.

“Late-RSVPing is the silent killer of etiquette; it messes with everything from seating charts to catering orders,” Thompson told the Daily Mail.“People don’t realize how much depends on these final counts.”Thompson went on to explain that “The ceremony is the whole point of the day-where the couple makes their vows and, usually, in front of their nearest family and friends.” You won’t come across as a good friend if you skip the nuptials because “Not being there sends a clear message that you’re here for the food and drinks, not for the marriage,” Thompson explained.Another wedding guest tip is to never bring a plus one if it’s not written on the invitation.“Weddings are expensive events to put on, which often means limited guest capacity,” Hayes told the outlet.Thompson agreed, saying: “Your invitation should specify in so many words, ‘and guest,’ or else your plus-one is strictly not allowed.”Sure, open bars at weddings are a fun perk, but don’t be that guest who is draining the bar dry.“A good rule is to limit yourself to one drink per hour and definitely don’t start drinking until after the ceremony,” Thompson explained.And as tempting as it might be, getting wasted at a wedding is never a good luck.

“Sure, enjoy a couple of drinks.But be respectful and responsible.

Avoid getting drunk,” Hayes advised.Regarding dress code — as a reminder, women should always avoid wearing white.“Another controversial colour is red.Western cultures consider red blatantly conspicuous and would even think it inappropriate...