1. How should the bridal party handle guests who did not RSVP?
"Having guests who do not reply and turn up is very common, but there are ways to reduce this incidence.
First, clearly list on the invitation card all the names of the guests invited, instead of ‘John Tan and partner’, or ‘John Tan and family’. Check with the venue provider in advance about the possibility of adding extra seats, and leave the duty of communicating this need to your entourage or wedding coordinator on the day itself. Always try to accommodate guests who have been invited and may have forgotten to reply.
When it comes to handling gatecrashers, first determine who these people are: are they friends of the family whom you may have never met before, or strangers who happen to walk past the venue? Assign your friends to look out for people who behave suspiciously. Get them to approach such characters and start a conversation to find out who they are. If they are not on the guest list, the friend can ask them to leave, but politely, as you do not want to create a scene at the wedding.”
– Denise Tan, Hitched Weddings