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And what about those couples you hear of, updating their Facebook status at the altar? "I really think it's tacky," says Sunkel adding, "It takes away from the seriousness of what they're doing." If you want to include social media at your wedding, and do it with style, here are a few tips from our experts: INVITATIONS • Use paper. "I think paper invitations will always last because there just is a timeless appeal," says Bishop. Don't send invitations via social media, adds Sunkel, unless you are planning a casual or eco-friendly wedding. • Accommodate everyone. If sending e-vites, also use some paper invitations for guests without email. On the other hand, says Bishop, with paper RSVPs it's nice to offer tech-lovers the option of emailing their responses. GIFT REGISTRY • Choose gift registries that offer shopping both online and in-store. • Don't post gift registry information online. "It still does not look good on the couple," says Sunkel. SOCIAL MEDIA • Use apps and social media to organize yourself, gather and share ideas, update your friends and family and solicit honest feedback regarding vendors. • Create a hashtag to capture your guests' posts on Twitter or Instagram. • Specify a photo-sharing platform. • Don't over-share. Bishop says griping about wedding costs on Facebook or endless talk about your wedding plans "could make your guests feel awkward" and/or leave others wondering why they're not invited. • At the ceremony, ask everyone to turn off their phones; update your Facebook status another time. PRIVACY CONCERNS • Don't feel pressured to include social media at your wedding. At the ceremony, communicate your social-media wishes to your guests in the bulletin and via an announcement, then relax and enjoy your day. rw realweddings.ca Isabelle's Bridal.indd 1 p20-21_RealAdvice-SocialMedia.indd 21 21 12-09-10 12:01 PM 13-04-22 10:27 AM