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24th Nov 2021

Mix and Match Wedding Attire for the Groom

Note to the groom and groomsmen, the bride and her bridesmaidÍs donÍt hold the exclusive right to set the tone and vibe for wedding day attire. Men, this is your time to speak up and get in on the ñnon-uniformî trend that is going on in weddings all over creation. For the past decade, non-matching attire has been acceptable wear for the bridesmaids, and now itÍs time for the guys to literally follow suit. A reasonable groom knows that not all men have the same personality; so why make all the groomsmen dress up in carbon copy? Give your buddies an intangible but oh-so welcomed groomsmen gift, the opportunity to be unique! Today it is completely okay to mix and match the wedding attire for your groomsmen, but there are some ground rules to follow to keep ñstyleî from running amok. In order to prevent a hodge-podged posse of pals, you need to stick keep things somewhat related. For example, when it comes to suits, use the same color family but different cuts or vice-versa. Or, for accessories such as ties, go for ñthemesî such as all bright colors, all earthy colors, monochromatic colors, and so on. Here are some ideas on how you and your groomsmen can get in on the mix: Mix up colors or styles of vests Wear different novelty or engraved cufflinks Mix up colors of ties in same pattern family (all polka dots, all plaids, all collegiate stripes) Wear unique boutonnieres Wear different hats in the same theme (fedoras, newsboy, cowboy) Wear different suits but all in the same color Wear socks in a theme, but each with a different pop of color (stripes, argyles, solids) Wear unique striped or plaid shirts that work well together Mix up footwear, each wears favorite pair of cowboy boots or skater shoes

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24th Nov 2021

The Helpful Groom (You Can't Just Be Handsome)

Many guys think that after picking out the ring and popping the question, his work is done in terms of the wedding planning. But, after observing the way many brides passive-aggressively operate, weÍve come to realize that the best way to keep a fianc_ happy is to get involved in the process. But the key to being involved is to actually help in the process, not hinder. Here are some great tips about being the involved groom she wants you to be. Ask what you can do. With or without a wedding planner, the sheer number of tasks and chores involved in pulling off a once-in-a-life-time day can be daunting. As soon as planning rolls into full swing, collaborate together to come up with a ïhisÍ and ïhersÍ list on what needs to be done. Having the to-do list in print will reduce any confusion or assumptions that might later arise, as in a shrieking ñhoney, I thought 'you' were picking up Aunt Edna from the airport! Have an opinion. If all the minutia of wedding planning is really not your thing, you certainly donÍt need to have an opinion of every last thing. WeÍre sure you really donÍt care on the exact shade of the bridesmaidsÍ eyes shadow as much as you do best man gifts. But do tell the bride what you like about major parts of the wedding such as how many guests, location, and food choices. Pick your battles. Know when to step in and know when to retreat. DonÍt let little things become major issues in your wedding planning, the two of you are about to be a lifelong team and should start acting so as soon as possible! But if you have a core issue that is being tested during the planning process, speak up now or forever hold your peace. Pull your weight. There are certain tasks that are traditionally bestowed on the groom, make sure you are doing them! If you pick up an etiquette book, you'll find out that some of these duties include, picking groomsmen, purchasing groomsmen gifts, arranging for wedding attire, planning the honeymoon and anything else the bride requests. If you'd like cross off one of your chores, head on over to

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24th Nov 2021

How to Handle a Drunk Wedding Guest

It’s happened at almost every wedding I’ve ever attended – the intoxicated wedding guest. Whether it is a rowdy groomsmen or notoriously boozing uncle, there is always one guy (or gal) in the crowd that sees the open bar as his invitation to overindulge. Even if you are serving limited drinks at your wedding, you can still find yourself with a guest two sheets to the wind. Consider offering plenty of non-alcoholic libations to keep over-drinking at bay. Read on to find tips on handling a wedding guest that has had too much to drink. Notify the wedding planner or venue coordinator immediately. This person is versed in hospitality issues of all kinds, good and bad, and most likely has experience handling an inebriated person. The groomsmen and bridesmaids can also help out a tanked guest of the respective gender. Remove the drunken guest to a less crowded part of the party, from the back of the room to the lobby. If they need to lie down, many restrooms in nicer hotels have couches and lounges that will be out of pubic sight. This keeps the attention off the antics of the guest on rightfully on the bride and groom. Offer the guest food and water. Getting a little food in the stomach can help to slow down the absorption of alcohol and water will help counterbalance dehydration. But don’t push him to gorge, it may backfire. Immediately escort the guest to the restroom if they appear to be nauseated. A bride is not going to be happy seeing her reception splattered with vomit. Take the intoxicated guest’s car keys and try to find the people he or she came with, if applicable. Suggest the person call a taxi or stay overnight in the hotel. Hosts of the wedding should be aware that guests who cause a drunken accident after leaving the event can be held liable for damages, not just the driver. For more tips for your wedding day (and plenty of awesome choices in groomsmen gifts), check out Groomstand.com.

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24th Nov 2021

Humphries, Kardashian Tip Off Summer With NBA Nuptials

Kim Kardashian is officially off the market, but we all knew that would only be a matter of time since sheÍs been in full-on, time-to-get-engaged mode for a while. Her newly minted fianc_, Kris Humphries of NBA fame, popped the big question on May 18th after just 6 months of dating and plenty of PDA. Humphries sealed the deal with a 20.5 karat platinum engagement ring that only KimÍs infamous rear end could rival in size. Goodness only knows how much a ring this size set the basketball star back, but who really cares? WeÍre more interested in what the lucky attendants on his wedding roster will score for groomsmen gift ideas that are great for the basketball aficionado. A sports duffle bag is always a useful pick in groomsmen gifts; HumphriesÍ buddies can actually pack their gear for the ceremony inside and then, after the wedding weekend, tote their gear to the gym for practice. However, not all of us are rubbing shoulders with the NBA elite. For the armchair athlete, a basketball tavern sign makes a thoughtful choice in groomsmen gifts, especially since the recipient is named as proprietor of his own ñ4th Quarter Pub.î A groomsman will head home, slap the sign up in his home bar or man cave and think of you every time _ maybe you'll even get an invitation to hang out! Another idea for fans of college sports is our personalized college basketball signs , complete with custom-name emblazoned jersey. Anyway you go, basketball groomsmen gifts will be a slam dunk!

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24th Nov 2021

Bachelor Party Scavenger Hunt for the Groom

The Bachelor Party Competition If you're looking to kick up the competition on your bachelor party night, a scavenger hunt just may be the answer. However, this isn't exactly the game from childhood that you may be remembering where finding a tame stuff from neighbors gets the win. Instead, create an epic party event that is half drinking game and half search for treasure, a combination that is sure to become stuff of legends with your groomsmen. Incorporate the search items all through the night, from the gathering and dinner to the bar and strip club (if this sort of entertainment is on the agenda). Each item on the list should be worth some predetermined amount of points (and reward shots of alcohol) and the winner gets bragging rights and immunity from having the photos shared. Of course, make sure that you have hired a car service or have a sober, designated driver. Don't forget to tie in awesome groomsmen gifts from GroomStand.com such as a stash of personalized flasks or bachelor party t-shirts. ​ Here are some hunt ideas to get you and your groomsmen started: Each married guest tells the groom most what he misses about being single, biggest sob story wins (let's see who is really being truthful). Find a woman willing to let you do a body shot on her (no pictures please). Find women with first names where the first letter spells out the name of the bride (eg: for the name Jenny find a Julie, Elizabeth, Nora, Natalie and Yvonne). Points for a harmless kiss from each girl). Points for every situation found where a man and woman are arguing. Points for every woman seen breaking a traffic law including talking on a cell phone. Bachelor takes a shot for every woman driver breaking some sort of a traffic law. Shots for any guy who receives a phone call or text from his significant other while out at the party. Points for getting a photographed hug from the most attractive waitress in the restaurant. Points for finding roads, stores and other landmarks that start with the first letter of the bride's name. As the groom, there are just a few things you need to worry about when it comes to your wedding. In order of importance, your groomsmen gifts, the bachelor party and oh, yeah showing up dressed to the nines. So start the planning process for your bachelor party scavenger hunt!

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24th Nov 2021

How To Stay Awake on the Big Day

LetÍs face it getting married is a tiring experience. There is a hustle and bustle of activity for the groom in the weeks leading up to the ceremony from tuxedo fittings, shopping for unique groomsmen gifts away from the wedding. Delegate responsibilities. Pick responsible wedding attendants and make good use of them! You can have your groomsmen, ushers and family help with many of the wedding errands and chores. When you delegate tasks such as having buddies pick up out-of-towners at the airport or allow family members to wrap

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24th Nov 2021

The Beer Run Bride

Peanuts and crackerjack! A Montana manÍs wedding proposal nearly struck out at Wrigley Field in Chicago this summer. On July 30th, Greg and his girlfriend Erica headed out on a much-needed vacation with special plans to attend their first-ever Cubs baseball game. But watching baseball wasnÍt the only thing Greg had planned for the day. In razzle-dazzle style, he had called ahead to make arrangements for the Jumbotron to flash his marriage proposal during the fifth inning. But, when the fateful time came, the scoreboard lit up with ñErica, will you marry me?î while the cameras flashed to the coupleÍs seats. But, the woman of the moment was nowhere to be found. Nowhere. Where, oh where, could she have wandered off too and, the bigger question, why did the prospective groom let her leave her seat knowing what was about to happen?! Apparently the girlfriend left to score some icy cold beers at the concessions window, leaving poor Eric to look like a jilted lover to the rest of the stadium. But we donÍt think he cared. When she finally returned, the fieldÍs camera revisited the lovebirds and did capture Greg slipping the ring on her finger, while on bended knee and all. At first we wondered why he didnÍt make up an excuse to get her to stay. But, then we realized what was driving GregÍs patience and desire to marry this girl; sheÍs the one that makes the beer runs! If you love baseball, beer or both visit GroomStand.com for all your wedding planning needs, from groomsmen gifts, best man gifts, gifts for dad and more! After all, arenÍt (baseball) diamonds a guyÍs best friend?

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24th Nov 2021

The Most Notorious Bachelor Parties Ever

Known as the ñstag partyî in England, Ireland, Canada and New Zealand, a ñbulls partyî in South Africa, ñbucks nightî in Australia, and ñbachelorÍs eveî in Nigeria, the bachelor party dates back to the 5th century where soldiers in Saprta would drink and toast to one another on the night preceding the wedding. Because nary a female guest was in sight, these all-male, testosterone-marinated events most always turned rowdy with lots of drinking, carousing and sewing of wild oats. Today the bachelor party is also a great time to present your unique groomsmen gifts gifts you may not want your future bride to see. The author of Bachelor Party Confidential, David Boyer, lists these shindigs as some of the most notorious bachelor parties ever: Clinton Barnum Seeley, 1896. Figuratively a circus, this high-society bachelor party for P.T. BarnumÍs nephew was raided on a tip that a famous burlesque dancer would be performing naked. The powerful guests cried police misconduct, and after a long and scandalous trial with lots of juicy-not-just-for-Victorian-times details, the detective was exonerated and the stripper went on to become a living legend. Jimmy Stewart, 1949. This actorÍs bachelor party was held at a then famous Hollywood hotspot, ChasenÍs, and was actually televised and featured two diaper-clad midgets popping out of a silver serving dish. Thomas Bruderman, 2003. This bachelor bacchanal for a Fidelity Investments trader included a private jet, yacht, prostitutes and the seemingly requisite dwarf. Costing more than $100,000, the Securities and Exchange Commission launched a special investigation into the shindig. Mario Lopez, 2004. The ñETî and ñSaved by the Bellî star allegedly cheated on his bride-to-be, a former Miss Teen USA, at his Acapulco bachelor party. While the wedding ceremony went on in the name of fame (it was filmed for ñOprahî but never aired) the union only lasted for another 2 weeks. Paris Latis, 2005. Celebutaunte Paris Hilton ended the relationship with her namesake fianc_, Paris Latis, after she claimed the Greek shipping heir cheated on her at his bachelor party. In an interview, she spilled all the beans and warned future grooms saying, ñDonÍt cheat on her at your bachelor party . . . itÍs gross what you guys do at those parties.î Whether your bachelor party is going to be wild or mild, check out Groomstand.com for lots of groomsmen gift ideas for your upcoming party.

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24th Nov 2021

Hey Grooms! Prevent Mother-In-Law Madness

As the groom whether you legitimately think your future mother-in-law is awesome or the feelings are less that warm and fuzzy, the plain fact is that youÍre stuck with her for life when you marry your bride! In order to stay (or get) on her good side, you need to be mindful about what you say to this ñother mother.î And, it wouldnÍt hurt to ply her with a few thoughtful mother-in-law gifts. And, while youÍre at it, donÍt forget to get a gift for the bride to show just what a thoughtful guy you are. Here are some topics to stay away from: Cooking critiques: If you know what side your bread is buttered on, you better not ever dare to offer your analysis of her cooking skills. Sincerely complement her on the dishes that you enjoy, but donÍt make comparisons like ñthis tastes almost as good as the spaghetti at Macaroni Grillî or ñhey, is this chicken Shake-n-Bake?î The later actually happened with my mother-in-law and I was given the cold shoulder (and cold dinners) for the next year when visiting her home. Politics: ItÍs best not to get the in-laws riled up about politics. Because your mother-in-law comes from a different generation, it is highly possible that she may have differing viewpoints about social, moral or economic issues. If a discussion does turn into a debate, keep it friendly and move on quickly to the next topic _ how great her cooking is! TMI: DonÍt ever give your mother-in-law ñtoo much information.î Whether the details of your bottom-line or the bedroom, this type of over-sharing will always come back to haunt you. There is the potential for her to gossip with other family and friends or to embarrassingly ask you about the topic the next time she comes calling. Even the most well-intentioned mom wants to offer her advice; remember that you are the one fueling the fire. Complain about her daughter: The woman you are marrying is also the daughter that she carried for nine months, birthed, fixed her hair in pony tails, took to endless ballet classes and bragged about proudly long before you ever came into the scene. So if your future wife has pesky little habits that drive you crazy or you think she should hit the gym a little more, these are thoughts you need to keep to yourself. Please!

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24th Nov 2021

Wedding Season Calls for Cufflinks

Wedding season is close upon us and soon couples will be racing to the chapel in large numbers. Thanks to the milder weather, the spring and summer is always a popular time for weddings. No more bulky overcoats on the groomsmen and shivering bridesmaids, the warm weather is reason to show off wedding day finery from the tuxedo right down to the shiny cufflinks. As a matter of fact, personalized cufflinks are a quite useful choice in groomsmen gifts that can be worn on the spot. In this casual day and age, many guys donÍt even own their own pair of cufflinks. Wearing a French cuff dress shirt is an infrequent occasion limited mainly to weddings and important business meetings. When your buddies are dressing up in their tuxedos, you can pull out your cufflinks gifts and surprise them with these finishing touches to their formal attire. When you are looking to make a sophisticated statement of style, cufflinks are so much more distinguished and dashing than other groomsmen gift ideas such as beer mugs and or pocket knives. With a couple flips of the cufflink toggles, your groomsmen will be feeling as cool and sophisticated as secret agent James Bond. Cufflinks come in an amazing array of styles, from the traditional plain silver or gold face to those embellished with inset stone and jewels. There are also novelty cufflinks that will suit the specific personality of each groomsman including cufflinks featuring the logos of sports teams or designs of favorite hobbies. These groomsmen gifts can be made even more personal because most can be personalized with the recipientÍs monogram, initial or sometimes even a date or short message. In addition to best man gifts, cufflinks also are a thoughtful gesture to present to your new father-in-law.

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24th Nov 2021

Get Party Started With Bachelor Party T-Shirts

Think grown men dressing alike is for weirdoes and wimps? Well think again, because there are a couple times in a guyÍs life that itÍs okay for the entire wolf pack to dress up identically. The most obvious is on a manÍs actual wedding day when the whole line-up of groomsmen and ushers wear carbon-copy tuxedos. But the bachelor party is increasingly becoming a popular night to ditch individual style for a unified front of fashion. Whether you are heading out for a day of golf on his favorite course or spending the weekend in Vegas whooping it up, bachelor party t-shirts ensure that the world knows that the man of honor is celebrating his last days of freedom and his pals are supporting him one hundred percent. If you are the groom, you may have bigger and better groomsmen gifts in mind, but bachelor party t-shirts make inexpensive and practical presents that will bring the boys together in old-fashioned male bonding. Plus, most are made from 100% cotton, making them cool and comfortable and easy to wash for a second night of wearing. And, if the shirt gets stained with lipstick or vomit, itÍs no big loss to toss in the trash before the guests head home to reality. GroomStand.com, the leader in groomsmen gifts has several different styles of personalized t-shirts that can be custom-made for your guyÍs only event. Most are emblazoned with the name and wedding ñtitleî of the recipient; some even are made for specific stag parties such as those in Vegas or with a special theme. So, donÍt overlook the use of bachelor party t-shirts as groomsmen gifts for the men in your pre-wedding posse. These shirts send the message that the party crew is coming through and are perfect for staging group photos and drunkenly picking each other out of a crowded bar.

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24th Nov 2021

Choosing Your Groomsmen

Now that youÍve popped the question and wedding plans are under way, itÍs time to start thinking about who youÍd like to be your best man and ushers. Selecting the family and friends you want to support on your big day is an important decision as youÍll be building memories that will be shared with everyone until death do you part. A memorable way to ask your friends and family is to present them with unique groomsmen gifts enclosed with a note asking for the special request. Before you start impulsively asking every guy youÍve ever grabbed a beer with to be in your posse, check with your bride-to-be to see what the wedding party size will be. Traditionally, the number of groomsmen matches the number of bridesmaids. Some guys find the number of groomsmen to be intimidating large while some have trouble narrowing down the field. Also, consider that if you are having a larger wedding, youÍll need extra guys to be ushers, the standard ration is one usher per 50 guests. Here are some good places to start your recruiting: Brothers: Brothers are usually very tight; this is why the marrying brother almost always asks the other brother to be his best man. ItÍs also okay to have more than one brother be your best man; we would want anyone to be in the awkward position of leaving a brother out of prime position. Stepbrothers, especially if youÍve spent lots of time together, will be another natural choice for your wedding part, either as best man or groomsmen. Brothers of Fianc_: Traditionally, including your bride-to-beÍs brothers in your wedding is common. Not only is it a good way to please your fianc_, it gives you the chance to build a stronger relationship with your new brother-in-law and welcome him into your family. Friends: For those guys with a few close friends, itÍs clear that these should be your ushers. However, especially in situations where the bride has a huge entourage of bridesmaids, it can be more difficult to pick and choose. Whether you know the friend from kindergarten or college or have just recently met in the workplace, the biggest requirement for your groomsmen picks is the bond you share. Other Family: Cousins, nephews and other family members can also make good choices for your groomsmen, ushers or other members of your wedding party. Younger male family members may be given special roles such as ring bearer, junior groomsmen or helpers at the reception. Keep in mind that youÍll want to thank your best man, groomsmen and ushers for supporting you with a thoughtful pick in groomsmen gifts. At https://branddepot.com/collections/groomstan, there are many best man gift ideas that will express your sentiments with a keepsake heÍll value for all the years to come.

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