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a16 economist suntrir1ink february 13 1985 jkat cf2zalal jau brides 85 keiths flower shop wedding etiquette tested by this quiz clip for wedding surprise 95 tuessat 24 toronto st n uxbridge if the first sign of spring is the crocus the second is just as surely the wedding invita tion now is the time of year when any day is likely to bring an elegant envelope tuck ed in with your electric bill supermarket circular and favorite magazine subscrip tion so its a good time to ask hows your guestetiquette take this quiz from brides magazine and see if youre up to the season ahead true or false 1 verbal acceptance of a wedding invita tion is okay 2 you dont have to send a gift if you dont go to the wedding 3 you should bring the wedding present to the reception 4 if youre dating someone its all right to bring him or her to the wedding 5 a female guest shouldnt wear all- black or allwhite 6 the last person to be seated in church is the mother of the bride 7 on the receiving line you congratu late the groom and offer best wishes to the bride 8 you shouldnt leave the reception be- 4 to bahamas hawah cruising for your most important trip united states canada the world we are open evenings by appoint ment to guide you in your planning must call stonehouse travel stouffville uxbridge travel 6405491 8526163 fore the newlyweds do 1 false unless its a very informal in vitation aformal engraved invitation should be answered with a brief handwrit ten note on a double sheet of fine white note paper if a response card is provided use that 2 true if youre close to the couple youll probably want to send a gift but its not required 3 false except if the gift is a cheque then you can bring it to the wedding and give it to the couple personally otherwise send the gift to the bride at her home as soon as possible after you receive the in vitation 4 false an invitation is only for those specifically mentioned unless it reads and guest or and family they only want you 5 true although the rules are bending somewhat on this especially since black is so fashionable right now in general judge what you should wear by the formality of the invitation you can rarely go wrong in a suit and tie for a man and a streetlength dressy party or cocktail dress for a woman 6 true this is the signal that the cere mony is about to begin so if you arrive later stand unobtrusively at the back un less the ushers direct otherwise its best to try to arrive at least 1015 minutes early 7 true you could cause offense if you reverse them other tips for negotiating the receiving line introduce yourself to anyone who isnt certain to know you re member the whole wedding party is in a daze by now say something brief and pleasant to parents and other family mem bers 8 true although thfs was truer in the days when the bride and groom always left the reception early in a shower of rice to go directly on their honeymoon these days some newlyweds stayright until the end of the party so an alternate rule might be dont leave until the cake has been cut and served remember to thank the wed dings hostess usually the brides mother when you do go i i iiu i 1 ihuuf 10 pick up one of our 5 different sample books for home viewing appointment required pass it on to a bride to be new samples just arrived for the best selection in town call f 2945242 a distinctively you colour analysis makeup artistry discover your true colours and what they can do for you also experience your individual makeup look everyone will notice the new you now carrying layla cosmetics cift certificates available cau 4714337 jtiv sv sxf markham printing company limited 90 fluttoa or uu 41 marhhtm qntao i present this coupon when ordering v- to receive a discount of 1 10 off 9 w the total price of your order one coupon per couple per order sheridans flowers bridal throwaway bouquet- no charge beautiful fresh or silk flowers 44 brock st w uxbridge 8527051 christine hodgson of loretta cressouth in stouffville will be one of the models in three fashion shows held in conjunction with the third annual bridal fair and fashion show set for sunday feb 24 at the heintzman house in thornhill jim thomas its bridal fair time its an event no prospective bride should miss the third annual bridal fair and fashion show will be held sunday feb 24 from noon to 9 pm in the beautiful heintz man house baythorn drive and royal orchard boulevard thornhill the york north wedding guild is spon soring the exhibit with tickets 8 avail able at the wedding and lingerie room 108 main street west stouffville net proceeds will go to the markham- stouffville and york central hospital funds three fashion shows will be featured at 2 pm 430 pm and 7 pm stouffville models arc marion and christine hodgson merle mathewson jennifer and jeff cow ley the commentator will be tracey chambers of newmarket with accompani ment by john brunke the music man the shows theme is let us make your special day memorable exhibitors from stouffville are the wedding room bun nys flowers george ross photography and stouffville bakery traditional theme is in romantic and traditional are the two biggest trends in bridesmaid dressing to day more and more bridal parties are wearing either frilly of ftheshoulder scar- lett ohara looks or lacy coveredup victo rians both of which lend an aura of charm and femininity to the wedding the most popular fabrics are taffeta and satin while chiffon still holds its own pas tel shades are the favorites with pink the leader and aqua coming on strong according to buyer janice gibney bright red looks like it will be an impor tant color as well ms gibney notes lengths are generally to the floor although there seems to be interest in tea lengths which end midcalf nearly as important as the dress itself are accessories gloves both wrist and elbow length are extremely popular while hats hoops crinolines and jewelry all add a feminine touch whatever the choice of style shopping early is a rnust to ensure that orders are met properly ms gibney suggests that the bridal party shop at least eight weeks prior to the wedding as she says its always good to choose early and be safe gail brook designerdressmaker specializing in bridal gowns bridesmaid dresses mother of the bride groom special occasion cocktail dresses business casual wear please call for appointment 6492505