Tuesday's Brides

We all know the stereotype of the disinterested groom. We all know the kind - he doesn't want to be part of the planning, he just wants to know when to show up. Fortunately the days of the absent groom are waning. More men want to be involved in the planning process. After all, it's their day, too.

Wondering what tasks to take on as the groom? Try these, for starters:

Your wedding day look - take control of whether bow ties or skinny ties will rule the day by having a major say in what you wear. You can even have some fun picking out crazy socks or matching Converse for your wedding party.

The reception playlist - Are you a music aficionado? Put your skills to use by creating a list of songs that will keep your guest dancing all night long.

Helping with the guest list - Help your sweetheart create or pare down the guest list. This is a big task and one your partner shouldn't have to tackle alone.

Anything else that will ease your partner's stress! - Planning a wedding is a big endeavor. Don't make your sweetheart carry all the weight. If there is somewhere you can chip in (helping with a DIY project, selecting a boutonniere, or something else!), get to it!

Got an idea for a groom's task? Leave it in the comments below.