What To Do With Problem Guests

Every bride wants their day to be perfect, and for many it is. But for some, issues arise. Sometimes they concern a vendor, a bridesmaid, and sometimes even the groom! But the most common wedding day crises involve guests. Here’s how to deal with some of the most common issues:

Uninvited Guests: Your reception looks gorgeous and you can’t wait to be introduced as husband and wife, Then you get the news. Uncle George and his girlfriend brought 3 friends with them-people you don’t even know! What to do? First off, don’t try and handle it yourself. Send a trusted family member, friend, or bridal party member to do it. If there are simply no seats or meals available for the extra guests, say so. Don’t allow them to take seats from invited guests. However, if there is room for them, sit them in a corner and forget about it. Yes, they are most likely only there for the free food and drinks,, but it’s not worth getting upset about.

Drunken Guests: This is a tricky situation. If one of your guests becomes drunk and disruptive, you can quietly have them removed, but if they are not being disruptive, the situation isn’t as simple. For everyone’s safety, have the bar close at least a half hour before your reception ends and arrange for coffee to be served. This gives everyone time to sober up. Have some trusted family members or friends keep an eye out and call cabs for anyone who’s not safe to drive.

Disruptive Guests: If you know Cousin Greg and Cousin Todd don’t get along, or if your divorced parents have a frosty relationship, make sure they are seated far apart from one another. Ask a couple of trusted friends or family members to act as bouncers-they can step in if they or any guests get into any kind of confrontation and hopefully restore peace easily.

If any of your guests decide to act poorly, don’t be afraid to ask them to leave, and if any embarrassing situations arise, don’t let them get to you-trust me, the only ones that will look bad are the troublemakers!