1. The tux: In the 21st century, a dapper suit is classy, wearable, and has the potential to be re-worn for other occasions.
2. Male-only groomsmen: These days you can allow a sister, cousin, or female friend into the clubhouse!
3. Two month’s salary: Spend what you can afford and educate yourself; there are great engagement rings to be had for less than you might think. Remember, you can always add on to a ring with a more intricate band or upgrade the stone in the years to come.
4. It has to be a diamond: Many women now prefer alternative gemstones. Find out if your lady is one.
5. The wild bachelor party: If strippers and stumbling home drunk the next morning isn’t your speed, plenty of grooms are opting for slightly more tame bachelor parties nowadays. A good time can still be had, believe it or not.

