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How do i word "limited availability on beer"?
Alexandria in Wedding Reception, on May 30, 2018 at 7:18 AM

So here's the situation. I live in Italy and our wedding is here. For our reception, alcohol is unlimited but because we are in Italy, the alcohol provided will be top quality red and white wine,...

PalmTrees, May 31, 2018 29 629
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Confetti type recommendations
Alexandria in Wedding Ceremony, on May 25, 2018 at 6:59 AM

Let me preface this by saying: 1. Our church allows confetti 2. The venue provides someone who will clean it up 3. I am not looking for alternatives- I want confetti. 4. We don't mind it getting in...

livelaughlove, May 26, 2018 9 270
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Satin mermaid gown bustle ideas
Alexandria in Wedding Attire, on May 1, 2018 at 7:37 AM

So I decided to get a second dress and it's a satin, mermaid gown (pictures below). I know my seamstress will suggest bustle options but I like to see what it would look like on another person instead...

FutureMrs.Px0, May 24, 2018 2 1,401
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Used wedding dress website recommendations please
Alexandria in Wedding Attire, on May 9, 2018 at 1:03 PM

I'm looking for a used gown to change into at the reception. Can anyone recommend a site for used gowns other than the ones I've listed below? I've already looked on : tradesy, pre-owned wedding...

Jules, May 11, 2018 12 553
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Opinion on these wedge heels please
Alexandria in Wedding Attire, on May 7, 2018 at 6:54 AM

So I originally bought slingbacks which I had dyed burgundy and I do love them BUT, the tulle under my ballgown gets caught between my heel and the shoe. I normally love slingbacks but I didn't think...

DC Wife 10.27.18, May 7, 2018 8 257
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Who made cake pops? Tutorial needed!
Alexandria in Do It Yourself, on April 27, 2018 at 12:45 PM

I would like to make cake pops to give to each guest in addition to our favor. I've never made them and I've already looked for a tutorial but there are soooo many! Does anyone have a link to one they...

Alexandria, Apr 28, 2018 7 172
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Wedding favor tags - printed or hand written?
Alexandria in Planning, on April 27, 2018 at 8:02 AM

I'm just now starting to realize there's a lot of little details I haven't considered. For those of you giving favors, did you hand write or print the little 'thank you' tags? I'm not opposed to...

Liana, Apr 27, 2018 11 157
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Where did y'all buy your short reception dresses?
Alexandria in Wedding Attire, on April 16, 2018 at 11:12 AM

I LOVE my wedding dress but it's a ball gown and I'll have a hoop skirt underneath. I want to be really comfortable dancing and be able to let loose and get a little crazy lol. I'm looking for a...

Alison, Apr 16, 2018 4 183
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How much to spend on ring bearer gifts?
Alexandria in Etiquette and Advice, on April 4, 2018 at 2:25 AM

My ring bearers are my nephews, 8 and 11 (at time of wedding). They’re at an age where they want to be cool and aren’t into playing with toys anymore. I did find a cool gift I know they’d like- a...

Mandy, Apr 4, 2018 9 1,362
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Opinions between these 4 dresses?
Alexandria in Wedding Attire, on February 8, 2018 at 4:56 PM

I am in love with these 4 but I am kind of leaning towards one in particular. Just wondering what other eyes might think? I have another appointment Saturday to make my final decision. Venue is...

Keena, Mar 31, 2018 198 2,610
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Help me choose a color shawl for Bms
Alexandria in Wedding Attire, on March 24, 2018 at 9:21 AM

Wedding is Jan 4 of next year. It will be chilly in southern Italy, around 40 F. I would like to get my bridesmaids a warm shawl to wear the day of, so they don’t have to worry about buying something...

Lauren, Mar 24, 2018 17 233
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Bustle for layered tulle?? How?
Alexandria in Wedding Attire, on March 20, 2018 at 1:22 PM

I’m back with another question do any of you future or past brides have/had a layered tulle gown? How did you get it bustled? I didn’t even think of this when purchasing, and not that I would have not...

CBD to Be, Mar 21, 2018 18 5,663
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Venting! Bridesmaid who overstepped!
Alexandria in Etiquette and Advice, on March 15, 2018 at 3:36 AM

Soooo..... My fiancé and I are paying for the wedding, actually HE is paying for the wedding because I haven’t been able to find a job since moving here to Italy. I explained to my 4 bridesmaids (who...

P & J, Mar 15, 2018 36 1,342
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Gifts for ring bearers?
Alexandria in Etiquette and Advice, on March 14, 2018 at 11:02 AM

Hello all, My ring bearers are my nephews who are 7 and 11 (brothers), and whom I adore! Should I get them a gift too (got gifts for bridesmaids, one of which is their mom)? I’m not requiring them to...

Sharay, Mar 14, 2018 7 111
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Spam me with your diy Welcome signs!
Alexandria in Do It Yourself, on March 12, 2018 at 8:36 AM

I’ve searched the forum but rather than open each discussion to see one picture I’d rather have all of you send me your ideas! Our wedding reception is a dinner and its formal, so I’m looking to make...

Alexandria, Mar 12, 2018 11 340
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Help! Welcome bags or not?
Alexandria in Etiquette and Advice, on March 9, 2018 at 4:33 AM

Here’s the situation: I live in Italy which is where we’re getting married 1/4/19. Initially, I knew that about 15 people were definitely coming to the wedding. Nobody else was planning on it because...

K, Mar 9, 2018 12 196
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Do you think i need a petticoat underneath my dress?
Alexandria in Wedding Attire, on March 8, 2018 at 1:42 PM

Hello lovely ladies! So this is my dress and I LOVE it..... but I’m wondering if I should add a pettycoat or that other thing (don’t know what it’s called) to make it puffier? What do y’all think? I...

Alexandria, Mar 9, 2018 21 437
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How much are y’all paying for hair and makeup?
Alexandria in Hair and Makeup, on January 19, 2018 at 9:14 AM

I’m just curious what others are paying, either combined or separately for hair and makeup? I live in Italy and the lowest price I’m being quoted is 600€, but that’s for hair and makeup for me and my...

Tracy, Mar 7, 2018 33 556
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Who should be matching amongst groom and immediate family?
Alexandria in Wedding Attire, on February 21, 2018 at 7:54 AM

We are having bridesmaids but no groomsmen. Our colors are burgundy, navy and gold. My FH will be wearing a navy suit with gray vest and burgundy tie and my bridesmaids will be wearing burgundy....

Alexandria, Feb 21, 2018 4 219
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i said yes to my dress!
Alexandria in Wedding Attire, on February 12, 2018 at 7:46 AM

So I posted a few days ago that I was stuck between 4 but leaning more towards one. when I went to my second appointment on Saturday I put my second runner up on first and I just instantly smiled and...

SJ, Feb 13, 2018 24 587
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