5 Things NOT to Say at an LGBTQ Wedding
The invitation just came in the mail. Your roommate from college is marrying her girlfriend after so many years! Being invited to a wedding is always an exciting experience, but many people worry about proper etiquette?what could perceived as offensive at weddings between queer couples" Luckily, weddings between LGBTQ couples are no different than weddings between straight couples. All you need is a lot of honesty, some communication, and respect! But in case you?re still worried, here?s a look at five things you probably shouldn?t say at the wedding of an LGBTQ couple.
1. “Who?s the Bride/Groom or Husband/Wife"”
In addition to putting stress on traditional gender roles, this reinforces heteronormativity. Heteronormativity is the belief that heterosexual couples and heterosexual love should act as the normal model for relationships. Both parties could be the brides, and both can wear a dress for that matter. Or neither can! Additionally, it?s very possible that the individual may not identify directly with either the “bride” or “groom” role. Gender, for many, is becoming a fluid construct that does not fit neatly into a choice between two very traditional labels. So don?t stress it! All that matters is that two people are getting married and you?re there to celebrate it! 2. “I Wonder Who Will Walk Down the Aisle”
This question is pretty innocent, and you run less risk of offending someone with this. However, the be...
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