Getting married for the second time is equally as exciting as it was the first time, but that isn?t to say that planning a second wedding doesn?t bring an abundance of questions that the first go-around didn?t demand. One of those questions is how to formulate your guest list. This is a hard task no matter what type of wedding you?re planning, so here are some tips for getting it right, taking into account the fact that it?s your second time down the aisle.
Should You Go Big"
Many couples wonder what the proper etiquette is surrounding the idea of having a large wedding when one or more of the parties involved has already tied the knot. If it?s one person?s first wedding, it?s totally fine to have a big wedding. If it?s both partner?s second wedding, most agree it’s socially acceptable to have a big affair if the previous weddings were more than five years prior. If that?s not the case, you may want to stick to a smaller guest list. What About Exes"

Some people may wonder whether or not they should include their exes and their respective family members in their second wedding. This is definitely a tricky situation, as you may feel bad leaving them out, but it could be awkward to include them. If you?re still very friendly with your ex, it?s acceptable to invite them to your event, and the same goes for their family. However, if you don?t have that close relationship, it?s better to refrain.
If your previous spouse is deceased, you may want to include thei...