Don't Hide(01 of10)
Open Image ModalStay Away From Negativity(02 of10)
Open Image ModalDon’t talk yourself into a bad place before you even get there. "Why put the energy into dreading the big event? Accept the inevitable costs, travel delays or the ugly bridesmaid dress you will never wear again as part of the cost of friendship to the bride and groom," Michel says.
Go Outside Of The Circle(03 of10)
Open Image ModalMichel says if the wedding takes place in another city in which you have friends, try connecting with them for a drink (or two) before or after the festivities. It will allow you to have some fun outside of the wedding hoopla and explore a new city.
Embrace The Singles' Table(04 of10)
Open Image ModalPeople may view the singles' table as a negative, Michel says, when in fact it might have the most interesting table at the wedding. "Get to know the other people at the table. If possible, you should make plans after the wedding to socialize so that you can expand your circle with other like-minded people."
Bring A Plus One(05 of10)
Open Image ModalIf you can avoid going to a wedding alone, bring your best friend or wing woman/wing man. This way, not only will you be comfortable, but how fun would it be to dress up and dance the night away with your BFF? Just make sure the hosts have invited you with a date before you show up with one. (credit:shutterstock)
Don't Worry About Your Dating Life (06 of10)
Open Image ModalIf you are seeing someone, don’t start over-analyzing what the relationships means just because you're at a wedding. "Oftentimes we start putting premature pressure on the new person in our lives. Don’t run the person away because you are feeling emotional," Michel says. And if you are single at a wedding, you may hear comments from others around you about your dating situation. Our advice? Just ignore it and keep cool.
Don't Be A Wallflower (07 of10)
Open Image ModalStay on the dance floor as much as possible – especially during popular dances like the Electric Slide or The Cha-Cha Slide. "This will allow you to dance in a group and connect with other people," Michel says. And of course, this is the best part of the wedding. (credit:anselor/Flickr)
Find Your Own Escape (08 of10)
Open Image ModalIf the wedding is taking place near a hotel or is in a hotel, try booking your room at a different hotel nearby or a few floors away from the main party. Yes, it may be a bit strange, but it's also a good way to have alone time, Michel says. (credit:shutterstock)
Treat Yo Self(09 of10)
Open Image ModalSplurge on a new outfit, pair of shoes or tie. There's nothing sexier than a confident person inside and out! (credit:Nono Fara/Flickr)
Have Fun(10 of10)
Open Image ModalAt the end of the day, you're at this wedding for one reason and one reason only: to celebrate someone else's love. "Go and wish your friends a lifetime of happiness. After all, you have to be a good friend to have a good friend," Michel says.