How late should a wedding start?

Brides often don't know if they should start on time or wait a little. Here are a few things to consider.

1. If you are getting married at a venue that does lots of weddings, they keep a tight schedule. The coordinators will push you to start on time. Go with it.

2. If you are planning to start late and telling your guests another time, be sure to tell your vendors ahead of time. They plan their schedules around the actual times you tell them.

3. It is normal to start 5 minutes late, OK to start 10 min late, acceptable to start 15 minutes late, but after that it gets tacky. Don't make the people who got there on time pay for the tardiness of others.

4. If you are starting late, having something to drink for your guests will pass the time.

5. If the weather is not good and it is outside and people have to wait a long time, they may get cranky, sunburned or cold. Think about your guests.

6. Whatever you do, don't stress. It's your wedding and ultimately you can do what you want. People will give you grace. Be in the moment!