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Do i have to wear a white dress for engagement party?
Ally in Planning, on July 4, 2018 at 11:17 AM

I've noticed from going to others that the bride to be wears a white dress for the engagement party. Do I have to?

MrsD, Jul 5, 2018 18 3,610
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Anyone else with a July 13, 2019 date?
Ally in New Jersey Planning, on May 13, 2018 at 7:43 AM

Just trying to get an idea of seeing if it's a popular day!!

Ally, Jul 4, 2018 3 128
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Engagement party games?
Ally in Planning, on June 26, 2018 at 9:45 PM

Is it necessary or not at all? If people typically do this what games do you suggest ?

Ally, Jun 27, 2018 4 114
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Engagement photos today. Tips?
Ally in Planning, on June 16, 2018 at 1:04 PM

We are getting our engagement photos done today in Hoboken, NJ around sunset. Any tips for making these photos any less goofy than I anticipate they will be? Lol. We are not super lovey dovey smoochie...

Maren, Jun 18, 2018 3 117
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How to ask your friends to be your bridesmaids?
Ally in Planning, on June 15, 2018 at 4:53 PM

I am a bit confused with this. I see people giving their bridesmaids a gift with the message, "Will you be my bridesmaid?" When I ask them am I supposed to send them something small with the message...

kelsey, Jun 17, 2018 14 1,668
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Engagement party favors advice please
Ally in Planning, on June 15, 2018 at 9:02 AM

I had a question: are party favors necessary for an engagement party and if we decide to do them, is it one per couple or one per person

Ally, Jun 15, 2018 8 104
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Are 6 appetizers enough during cocktail hour?
Ally in Wedding Reception, on June 12, 2018 at 5:07 PM

We do not want to go crazy paying thousands more for a few extra appetizers to go around during cocktail hour. Is 6 appetizers enough for 200 people? We also did not buy a station because of the...

Jayla, Jun 15, 2018 7 257
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Ladies: wedding dresses and prices?
Ally in Wedding Attire, on June 7, 2018 at 5:40 AM

I've been out the last 3 days looking at dresses because I want the full experience and I want to know exactly what I'm looking for. I'm deciding on the a-line and have tried on many beautiful ones....

Ally, Jun 8, 2018 22 296
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Was anyone else sad to lose their last name?
Ally in Planning, on May 31, 2018 at 3:55 PM

I'm not getting married for a whole year, but in thinking about it, it made me a little sad to know my last name is going to be no more after inter married. It's been my last name for 33 years of my...

Isabelle, Jun 5, 2018 46 2,111
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Do i pay for flower girl and ring bearer outfits?
Ally in Planning, on June 3, 2018 at 11:09 AM

I'm asked my FH brother if their kids can be our ring bearer and flower girl. I spoke to his wife and she absolutely. Now I need to know how does this work. If they agreed do they buy the outfits and...

Aria, Jun 5, 2018 12 222
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I'm making these favors for my engagement party 😁
Ally in Planning, on May 28, 2018 at 7:53 PM

Thought I'd share! We changed the engagement to cater to his last name lol Andi saw these little chicks on Pinterest. I thought it would be cool to make little favors for guests attending our...

The Nuptials, May 29, 2018 3 273
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Money money money
Ally in Planning, on May 22, 2018 at 9:24 PM

I never wanted to spend a ton of money on my wedding. The thought of it pains me. It looks like we are spending a lot of money. The catering is theft if you ask me. Are there tricks to working deals?...

Elizabeth, May 26, 2018 11 379
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Engagement ring care
Ally in Wedding Attire, on May 20, 2018 at 9:34 AM

I got engaged about 3 weeks ago now and just got my ring back from resizing. It scares me to wear something so expensive so I have a million questions. When should I NOT wear this ring? Or where? For...

Ally, May 25, 2018 48 625
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How should the engagement ring fit?
Ally in Planning, on May 19, 2018 at 4:11 PM

I just got my ring back from resizing. Prior, I had my finger sized at 5 1/2 and that's the same measurement they took before sending out. Now that I have the ring on my finger I feel like if I move...

MrsD, May 21, 2018 16 570
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Bridesmaids and their gifts. Ideas please!
Ally in Planning, on May 17, 2018 at 9:27 PM

Hi everyone! My wedding is far out... not until next July, but I've been told by coworkers to buy bridesmaids gifts a little at a time to avoid expense all in one shot. I wanted to do those pretty...

Kayla, May 18, 2018 9 161
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Were the engagement/wedding photos awkward for you?
Ally in Planning, on May 14, 2018 at 5:05 PM

I feel like I would be a total doofus trying to pose and act all unnatural. Is that normal? Share some secrets to preventing embarrassment lol

Ally, May 16, 2018 15 202
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Engagement Party Card Basket- Help!
Ally in Parties and Events, on May 16, 2018 at 10:11 AM

Hi everyone! Is it appropriate to set out a basket for cards at my engagement party or does it look like I am expecting something from my guests? I know people typically give a card for engagements...

Ally, May 16, 2018 31 694
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Some makeup questions!!!
Ally in Hair and Makeup, on May 10, 2018 at 11:23 AM

I'm debating how I want my makeup done I had fake lashes for my brothers wedding and the entire time I felt like I had something in my eye. It was so annoying but I liked the look. If it's done...

Ally, May 10, 2018 7 145
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