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True Confession: I put registry information on my wedding invitation. People told me they were happy to know where we had registered.

Tacky or not, that is the question. Until recently, the only place you dared mention where you were registered was with your shower invitation—and even that could cause some raised eyebrows. The truth of the matter is that printing your registry information feels tantamount to telling a guest they have to buy you a gift.

Printing your wedding registry information has long been a controversial issue. The changing wedding landscape has brought more relaxed wedding etiquette rules. Not only is it acceptable to print your wedding registry information on your shower invite, it’s welcomed. Few except the staunchest Emily Post supporters would consider this tacky, and most wedding etiquette experts today will tell you this is perfectly fine.

But have wedding etiquette traditions evolved to the point where it’s now acceptable to include registry information with your actual wedding invitation? Bridal Guide Editor-in-Chief and wedding etiquette expert Diane Forden breaks it down like this: The purpose of a wedding shower is the gift-giving tradition, so printing your registry details on your shower invite is acceptable. However, since the primary focus of your wedding is to celebrate a special day, it’s still considered a little tacky to send registry info with your wedding invitation. So until customs evolve again, keep those “Registered At” notices in the shower invitations only.

Of course, we’ve now got plenty of new technology at our fingertips, so feel free to include your registry information on your personal blog, MySpace page or Facebook profile. And don’t forget the oldest “technology”—word of mouth is still a great way to spread the news about where you’re registered without breaking any etiquette rules.

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True Confession: He wants to invite his ex to the wedding.

The ex-factor is one of the great guest list debates. In most cases, inviting an ex to your wedding is considered taboo, and rightly so. Why would anyone want to be reminded of their future spouse’s past liaisons on one of the happiest days of their life?

The most basic of human emotions—jealousy—can be a powerful thing. Exes can turn even the most secure couples into playground-stomping, whiny tots. So if you have any doubt, do yourselves a favor—and just leave them out.

An exception to the rule is when one of you had a child with the ex. If you’ve maintained a good relationship over the years, then it is acceptable to invite your ex to your wedding. But before you do anything, find out how your fiancé really feels. If you suspect your loved one is giving you a “no” disguised as a “yes” when it comes to inviting your ex, pull the plug immediately. After all, this day is supposed to be about the two of you.

Whatever you do, don’t let your ex—or his—get in the way of your big day.

Finesse Your Guest List with these simple tips.

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True Confession: One of my bridesmaids never acts excited about my wedding. Is it ever okay to renege on a bridesmaid decision?

Ahh, the reluctant bridesmaid. This is a tricky situation, and you’d be wise to tread lightly here. Your goal is to light a fire under her you-know-what, or give her an easy out, all while trying to delicately preserve your relationship (after all, you chose her for a reason).

First, you want to do a quick bridezilla check. It’s reasonable to have certain expectations of your bridesmaids, just remember that your wedding is probably not the focal point of their existence the way it is of yours. Each of your maids probably leads a busy life with a lot of demands on her time, so if you’re expecting anyone to fill up her schedule with wedding-prep duties, chances are you’re the one who’s being unreasonable.

If you’ve done an honest self-check and you conclude she’s genuinely not living up to her bridesmaid duties (whether she’s neglected to order her dress in a timely manner, or hasn’t participated in planning your shower or bachelorette party, or just seems uninterested in anything related to your wedding) then you have cause for action. The key is to remain calm, even when emotions are riding high. You have a relationship with this person and the goal is to preserve it while bringing her around to your cause.

Start with a friendly phone call to let her know you’ve noticed she hasn’t been a part of things, and make sure to make it about her. Ask her if everything is OK on the home and work fronts. If she apologizes and promises to get back on track, then that should be sufficient she may just have needed a friendly reminder.

If your questions elicit a negative reaction, she may be insinuating that she resents your demands on her time. If you pick up on very strong negative feelings, you may want to offer her a friendly “out” by telling her you know she’s swamped and can understand if the extra commitments are simply too much for her right now. At this point, you’ve given her ample opportunity to apologize for her neglectfulness, air any grievances she may have, and if necessary, peacefully remove herself from your bridal party.

Either way, she'll be forced to step up or step down.

Got some attendants with attitude? Here’s how to deal with bratty bridesmaids.

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True Confession: I can’t stand my MIL. Can I divorce her?

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Sadly, no…but take comfort in knowing that you’ve got plenty of company. The rivalry between brides and mothers-in-law has been around as long as marriage itself and often brings on a host of difficult feelings for both sides of the equation.

If you’re looking to keep the peace, the best thing you can usually do is grit your teeth and try to find some common ground with his other leading lady. Of course, there are limitations to how much teeth-gritting you should have to do. If your future mother-in-law’s advice on any topic ever becomes overly invasive or downright insulting, you definitely have the right to assert yourself. Just don’t fly off the handle and don’t ever resort to name-calling—it’ll only make things worse.

Since divorcing mom-in-law is not an option, and even a “trial separation” would probably wreak havoc on your seating chart, here’s some advice on how to tackle the “big” topics.

1) The Wedding

Let her express her ideas, and if possible, try to accommodate them. Going that extra mile will contribute to the long-term health of your relationship. If you think she’s being unreasonable about something, don’t let it consume you instead, find a gentle way to explain that inviting her third cousins to your brunch will take away from the intimate atmosphere you’ve got your heart set on.

2) Her Son

You ever hear the saying, “mother knows best?” Well, in this case, it might be wise to stick to this old adage at least when she’s around. If you’re not looking to shake things up, feel free to let her offer all the advice she wants on which remedies will soothe his flu symptoms or how he likes his meat cooked. After all, they’re just opinions. We know who really knows best.

3) Future Children

This is one area you own completely. She has no say here, and you can let her know that although as always, it would be best to do so gently. If she repeatedly voices her opinion, or puts pressure on you, you are well within your rights to tell her it’s none of her business and to ask your future husband to intervene if necessary.

4) Holiday Celebrations

Why not start your own holiday tradition at home and invite both your families this will not only be a great way to get your families together, but will also ensure that the holidays are celebrated on “neutral territory.” If you’re just not the happy hostess type, then you’re best off dividing the major holidays equally between your family and his. And always be realistic and flexible—if you know that Thanksgiving is a big, Norman Rockwell deal for your husband’s family and not much of an extravaganza for yours, then you know where you’re spending Thanksgiving, right?

5) Your Home

What makes a house a home is the people who live there. Assuming that your future mother-in-law will not be living with you, the simple thing to do here is to take her opinions into consideration if she offers them and let her know that you appreciate her advice. Then go ahead and do what you want.