Royal baby: Did this announcement take place behind the scenes of the wedding of Princess Eugenie?

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When news came out that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were expecting a baby, many quickly sent their congratulations.

But others focused on the timing of the announcement.

Although Harry and Meghan waited until Monday until the public announcement of the pregnancy, they informed Friday the royal king – the wedding day of Princess Eugenie.

"I do not know about you, but I'm pretty sure it's etiquette not to advertise a marriage with a baby ad," one person on Twitter said, while "I'm not sure about it." others shared similar opinions.

But, as some have pointed out, the public announcement took place three days later – and maybe Friday was the last chance to tell the royal family before Harry and Meghan left to begin their tour. Australia.

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Katie Byrne, editor-in-chief of Wedding and Wedding Flowers, said "it all depends on how this type of news is shared."

"A marriage is a wonderfully happy occasion and often offers a dispersed family of different (and busy) generations an excellent opportunity to meet and meet.

"To say that people are facing each other is (obviously) so much more personal than over the phone, via WhatsApp and so on, so I think that making the most of a joyful opportunity to discreetly share their news is a great way to talk to the family, "she added, adding that other guests might have speculated on the pregnancy if Meghan did not drink alcohol.

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"The subtlety is perfect: divert the audiovisual system to play the Spice Girls' mom by clicking on a slideshow of scanned photos over the wedding breakfast, not so much."

However, some wedding etiquette rules are much clearer. Here are some of the main things to do and do not do.

Does not offer

It is quite possible to propose to your partner at weddings, as evidenced by an unhappy wife who wrote to an aunt in agony complaining that the best man had stopped during the ceremony to propose to his girlfriend.

And on another photo, shared via a Reddit thread, a husband looks like a guest offers him to his girlfriend.

According to Ms. Byrne, offering your partner the wedding of someone else is "really unacceptable" except with the "express permission" of the bride and groom beforehand.

She adds: "You can not get upset if they say" no "unless you want them to be reimbursed and that they announce their pregnancy / their move to Australia / etc. during your celebration, of course. "

But if future spouses are on the grand plan to propose a guest, the moment could be special, as was the case for a wife in Canada.

Jess Nakrayko was married and passed on her wedding bouquet to her best friend who returned and was offered by her own boyfriend.

Jess posted on Instagram: "My best friend was starting her love story – I did not even think it would be for me to give up my day. I've got it! Love, and I want people close to me too to have love. "

Do not be distracted by your phone

"Disconnected weddings" have become more and more common to prevent customers from being stuck to their phones throughout the day.

"Do not forget to turn on your mobile phone for the ceremony," Ms. Byrne said. "It's quite natural to avoid playing with Snapchat during hymns or tweeting live on the awkward reading of Captain Corelli's Mandarin's Mandarin."

And what about photo sharing?

"Do not post photos on social media if the couple has specifically asked you not to do it," she adds. "Even if they have not done it yet, be sensitive to what you share, that nice selfie group of you with the bridesmaids? Yes!

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Do not assume that you have a plus one

Weddings are expensive and each additional guest increases costs even more.

According to Vogue's guide to the wedding etiquette, under no circumstances can you ask for one more one.

And if your invitation does not explicitly state that you can have one plus one, do not assume that you can have one.

Mrs. Byrne said, "No, the couple did not forget to mention it.You do not just have one, unless you are willing to pay the bill price in two or three digits for pay for your meal yourself, do not bother protesting too hard. "

Be a good guest

"If you notice that the dance floor is empty, go dance," says Byrne. "Noticing that she is empty and continuing to sit on her chair or eating at the buffet is not a big party, but rather start a line of conga."

And she said that a maid of honor, a bailiff or a better man should recognize that there will be a large number of people present – so "adapt any speech or surprise to this mixed audience" and "do not say anything that might offend, mortify or upset".

According to Debrett's etiquette guide, avoid talking about religion or politics and make an effort to include guests who do not know anyone.

Do not overshadow the bride and groom

Black, which is traditionally associated with mourning, and white or cream, which may be too close to the bride, is generally considered a no-no at weddings.

But, according to Debrett, if you plan to switch to monochrome, "it's wise to check with your hosts in advance".

The guide on social labels says that all-black or white outfits can be "formal, glamorous and versatile," giving the example of Cara Delevingne, who wore a monochrome when she was a damsel. honor to his older sisters. The model also wore black at the wedding of Princess Eugenie.

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According to Ms. Byrne, although it is usually women (and unfairly) who tend to receive the "upstage" warning, men can of course also attend – especially if the groom is a modest guy who does not care not style or fashion. ".

"I think that ending up in one of the following situations can equal a wedding day behind the scenes: a white tuxedo, a suit of all colors, textures or catchy prints, an invincible accessory (eg, a cane). toilet), a kilt to a non-Scottish wedding, a vintage Jaguar … all that says "Look! AT! Me!".

And finally, do not be like this person who posted on Mumsnet with the question: "Need a beautiful dress to face a bride … what can I wear?"