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August 23, 2013

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Amanda
Is this a fair price for a bachelor party?
Amanda in Etiquette and Advice, on January 7, 2013 at 11:32 AM

My FH and I are both in the wedding party of a couple who is getting married this May. One of the groomsmen started planning the bachelor party and the est. cost is at least $500 per person,...

Steve, Jan 13, 2026 20 9,668
Amanda
Cocktail hour / dinner playlists (DJ input wanted!)
Amanda in Planning, on April 30, 2013 at 9:08 AM

FH and I reallllly like country music, and we were thinking of putting together a playlist of our favorites (all upbeat, generally known songs) for the DJ to play during the cocktail hour and dinner....

Jessica, Aug 1, 2019 20 337
Amanda
Do you gift if you're in the wedding party?
Amanda in Etiquette and Advice, on May 1, 2013 at 1:51 PM

I'm a bridesmaid for the first time in a few weeks and I don't really know what's expected. I've already shelled out about $300 for dress/shoes, plus a gift for the shower, a gift for the...

Summerbride77, Sep 9, 2018 43 31,089
Amanda
My wedding date is ____, my RSVP date is ______, I sent out invitations on ______.
Amanda in Planning, on May 7, 2013 at 11:54 AM

We're finalizing invitations this week, and I'm curious to know what your timelines were for this. Our caterer needs the final headcount one week prior to the wedding, and I want to give myself three...

April, Aug 28, 2017 23 2,367
Amanda
Help! Need escort card/displayed seating chart ideas
Amanda in Planning, on June 26, 2013 at 3:07 PM

Okay creative WW ladies, so I just realized that what I already made are technically PLACE cards (ie, they just have the name, no table number) and there's no way to make them into escort cards. So,...

maria, Dec 31, 2016 17 1,140
Amanda
Advice needed! How long did it take for your David's Bridal bridesmaid dresses to come in?
Amanda in Wedding Attire, on March 1, 2013 at 1:58 PM

I'm a BM in a friend's wedding at the end of May. I ordered my dress from David's Bridal online and it looked like a hot mess. So I returned it and have an appointment in-store to find a new BM dress...

Melissa, Aug 1, 2014 21 11,772
Amanda
Honeymoon packing list?
Amanda in Honeymoon, on April 26, 2013 at 11:23 AM

Does anyone (esp you married ladies) have a honeymoon packing list? I'm a notorious overpacker, but I really don't want to waste precious suitcase space for the HM or leave something essential behind....

Kimberly Jacoby, Nov 28, 2013 18 112
Amanda
Professional pictures are in!
Amanda in Community Conversations, on October 4, 2013 at 4:06 PM

And more advice, because who would I be if not an advice-giver? Seriously guys, I cannot emphasize it enough: invest in a fantastic photographer. As some of you know, there's sadly been some drama...

Dean to Be, Oct 21, 2013 55 124
Amanda
Goodbye for now!
Amanda in Community Conversations, on October 8, 2013 at 7:42 AM

The time has come - I'm closing my WW account. But coming back soon as a vendor! Yep, I think I've taken enough steps towards this dream that I now need to transition from a bride to a wedding...

NusAG, Oct 8, 2013 25 58
Amanda
ATTENTION, THIS IS NOT A DRILL: we've been blogged! (pic heavy in link)
Amanda in Community Conversations, on October 1, 2013 at 1:15 PM

I just received the below link from my photographer, and I am in LOVE with our pictures so far! Sorry, Paris, I can't post the pictures directly to WW - we have to just look at them via the blog for...

Samantha, Oct 2, 2013 68 33
Amanda
HAPPY WEDDING DAY, RACHEL!
Amanda in Community Conversations, on September 27, 2013 at 6:27 AM

Let's all send Rachel some love because her wedding day is FINALLY here! From one Marylander to another, congrats and best of luck! Looks like you're in for some beautiful weather today Come back and...

sundaycupcake, Sep 27, 2013 33 32
Amanda
One more sneaky peeky before recaps (pics included!)
Amanda in Community Conversations, on September 20, 2013 at 3:41 PM

I just got these from my photographer so that we can send thank you cards. I'm in tears, I'm so happy. I had completely forgotten the gorgeous sunset we had on our wedding day; all I've been able to...

2015Bride, Sep 21, 2013 38 127
Amanda
Married ladies and/or WWLeeor: question about reviews
Amanda in Community Conversations, on September 16, 2013 at 4:34 PM

Didn't there use to be an incentive for completing five reviews? If so, does anyone know how you receive it? Thanks!

Roma, Sep 16, 2013 10 11
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To all my fellow August brides
Amanda in Community Conversations, on September 3, 2013 at 4:35 PM

All these "back and married" posts are making me soooo happy!!! Everyone looked so beautiful. Can't wait to see more, as well as to see the gorgeous fall weddings that are coming up! As some of you...

Amanda, Sep 3, 2013 14
Amanda
Back from my honeymoon, and....
Amanda in Community Conversations, on September 1, 2013 at 8:16 PM

I have a few sneak peek pro pictures to share! HA! I bet you thought I was going to say I'm knocked up, right? Nope, H and I have decided to wait a few months, we need some time to breathe after the...

Kiley, Sep 3, 2013 44 81
Amanda
Oh heyyy I'm MARRIED! (Recap, advice, and hopefully pics!)
Amanda in Community Conversations, on August 24, 2013 at 1:43 PM

We did it!! There were a few anxious moments due to weather pre-ceremony, but the wedding itself was absolutely perfect. My biggest tip: HIRE GOOD VENDORS. We had to make major changes to our ceremony...

SW517, Aug 27, 2013 72 50
Amanda
Quick tipping question
Amanda in Wedding Attire, on August 20, 2013 at 2:54 PM

I have a hair stylist and a MUA (owner of the company) coming to the venue to do hair for 6 girls and makeup for 3. The contract is over $1,000, including a travel fee and my trial. I did tip...

Soon 2 Be Mrs. Rene, Aug 20, 2013 12 21
Amanda
Is it weird that I'm NOT freaking out?
Amanda in Community Conversations, on August 20, 2013 at 11:03 AM

Wedding is in 3 days. Everything is paid for. Projects are completely done. The bad weather once forecasted has now turned a predicted perfect day. Decor is neatly boxed up and ready to go to the...

Mrs. Butler, Aug 20, 2013 21 29
Amanda
The wedding is...
Amanda in Community Conversations, on August 15, 2013 at 11:53 AM

Paid in full! Well, except the bar tab which isn't due until the day of, but the cash is sitting there ready to go! Phew, glad that part's over! How are the rest of my August brides doing?

Shannon, Aug 15, 2013 14 16
Amanda
Single digits!!!
Amanda in Community Conversations, on August 14, 2013 at 8:13 AM

9 days left as a single lady! OMG where did this summer go?! Had my first real wedding nightmare last night - the dance floor came alive and swallowed up all of my guests. This led to me reworking our...

Latisha, Aug 14, 2013 26 33
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