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Ring Shopping!
Chantel in Planning, on May 24, 2017 at 3:16 PM

Hi ladies & gents. I was curious where you all purchased your wedding rings? We've already did some shopping and so far I do have a top 3, 2 from the Jewelry Factory and another at Kay's as does the...

Mrs., Mar 16, 2019 25 102
Chantel
Wedding Day Done! (non pro pics)
Chantel in Planning, on July 10, 2017 at 8:46 AM

Finally done with this process! I learned so much and will detail it all once we return from our honeymoon. Here's some pics of the day. DW in Costa Rica. 1st pic is my dad walking me down.

MnmsMonique, Jul 11, 2017 26 46
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July 2017 Brides we're almost there.......or already done it
Chantel in Planning, on July 2, 2017 at 6:31 AM

We're on our way to the airport. Finally excitement is kicking in. Still some things to do but nothing major. In fact it'll be easier since we're physically in Costa Rica. I'm even more excited for...

Kate, Jul 2, 2017 2 7
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MOH has no flight itinerary for next Friday DW wedding
Chantel in Etiquette and Advice, on June 30, 2017 at 1:13 AM

So I just received a call from my MOH saying she doesn't have a flight itinerary. Upon check in she was told her card was declined and therefore her reservation cancelled. She is is distraught and I'm...

Chantel, Jun 30, 2017 8 14
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Wedding gift for your spouse
Chantel in Etiquette and Advice, on June 23, 2017 at 8:12 AM

I was curious what everyone purchased as a wedding gift for their spouse? My FH has always been impossible to shop for. He's not into watches and I hear buying shoes is bad luck. A couple of weeks ago...

Becky, Jun 26, 2017 25 622
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Hair and makeup trial opinions
Chantel in Wedding Attire, on June 22, 2017 at 9:14 PM

Just completed my hair and makeup trial this week and was looking for some feedback. I have my own thoughts as does my bridal party. I personally love how it looks, but maybe the eyes should be a bit...

LuckyAK, Jun 23, 2017 31 47
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Last Name Change Meltdown
Chantel in Planning, on June 16, 2017 at 12:45 PM

Afternoon all! So we went to the courthouse today to apply for our marriage license. After reviewing the information confirming accuracy I noticed my name was not hyphenated. Asked the woman to change...

annakay511, Jun 16, 2017 54 107
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Solutions for ripples in front of dress
Chantel in Wedding Attire, on May 10, 2017 at 9:44 AM

Hi all! I will be bringing my dress in next week to begin alterations. When purchasing my dress I noticed wrinkling/ripples under the boob area in the fabric. I had a super quick consult with...

MS. MACMEN, May 10, 2017 2 25
Chantel
Solutions for ripples in front of dress
Chantel in Wedding Attire, on May 10, 2017 at 9:45 AM

Hi all! I will be bringing my dress in next week to begin alterations. When purchasing my dress I noticed wrinkling/ripples under the boob area in the fabric. I had a super quick consult with...

APZ, May 10, 2017 2 94
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Mother of the Groom Dilemma
Chantel in Etiquette and Advice, on March 27, 2017 at 2:22 PM

So this is a mix of venting and legit request for advice with a dash of I already know what we need to do but I must get this off my chest. We are having a destination wedding in Costa Rica (CR) in...

Jenna, Mar 27, 2017 16 354
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Folks inviting themselves
Chantel in Etiquette and Advice, on January 2, 2017 at 8:29 AM

Hi all. Out of curiosity is anyone having problems where people are assuming they are invited to your wedding? Or family members extending invitations to other family members not originally invited?...

areta, Jan 24, 2017 9 13
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Dress dilemma #563, I can't choose!
Chantel in Wedding Attire, on January 11, 2017 at 6:24 PM

Hi ladies (and gents).....so I've been furiously dress shopping the last 5 days. And I mean furious. At this point I'm down to 2 options and it's legit impossible to choose. Details regarding wedding,...

NautiBride2018, Jan 12, 2017 77 94
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Not excited for wedding dress shopping
Chantel in Wedding Attire, on January 6, 2017 at 11:35 AM

Today will be my first day shopping for a wedding dress. I have zero excitement and frankly it feels like a chore. Just curious if anyone else felt this way during the planning process.

Claire, Jan 8, 2017 39 100
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Destination wedding hairstyle - afro textured hair
Chantel in Wedding Attire, on December 4, 2016 at 8:14 AM

Hi all. So my wedding will be in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. On doing my search of venues all places offer hair and makeup on site. My biggest concern is hair. I have afro textured hair and do not see...

Chantel, Dec 25, 2016 22 158
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Destination Wedding Inquiry
Chantel in Planning, on October 13, 2016 at 4:44 PM

Hi All! My fiance has finally agreed to do a destination wedding! I am super happy as the budget we had for 70 people in the NY/NJ area was $35K for everything including honeymoon and rings,...

Maegan, Oct 14, 2016 8 77
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FH assistance or lack thereof and input
Chantel in Planning, on September 30, 2016 at 9:00 AM

Hi all. I'm recently engaged over this past summer and hoping for a summer 17 wedding. Right after engagement I started doing general research to get my head around the cost of a wedding in the...

TreeShade, Sep 30, 2016 12 16
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