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Cynthia
Cynthia

FH and I have been dating for 4.5 years, have 2 cats, and spend a lot of time cooking! Exciting to plan our wedding next year. He's surprisingly more... View More

FH and I have been dating for 4.5 years, have 2 cats, and spend a lot of time cooking! Exciting to plan our wedding next year. He's surprisingly more involved in the planning that I would expect for a man, but it's wonderful planning it together!

Happily married 🎉

May 12, 2019

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Cynthia
Incorporating Special People?
Cynthia in Wedding Ceremony, on February 17, 2019 at 10:56 PM

I have a very special person who will be at my wedding. My “aunt”. She has been my mom’s best friend for nearly 40 years, and I was actually named after her. She’s always been the fun and crazy aunt,...

Janae, Feb 18, 2019 3 95
Cynthia
Invitation Review
Cynthia in Planning, on February 6, 2019 at 7:51 AM

Can I get everyone’s opinions on our invitations please? On the back of the invitation, we wrote out the address, the timeline (champagne welcome, ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner/dancing), the...

Cynthia, Feb 6, 2019 17 228
Cynthia
Under 100 Days!!
Cynthia in Planning, on February 1, 2019 at 8:19 AM

I’m SO excited! I’m posting in here because I’m sure my family and friends are tired of me talking about my wedding, and they all deserve a break. Today marks 99 days until our wedding. No more 100+!!...

Maggie, Feb 1, 2019 14 67
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doc Meeting/menu Tasting Appts
Cynthia in Planning, on January 28, 2019 at 8:25 AM

Hi Ladies? In two days, FH and I have a detailed walk through with our DOC at our venue, then we are meeting our caterer for our menu tasting. Does anyone have any advice about what to expect,...

Maggie, Jan 31, 2019 2 79
Cynthia
It Finally Became Real!
Cynthia in Planning, on January 15, 2019 at 3:11 PM

When did it really become real that you were getting married? In the past 10 days, I’ve confirmed our meal tasting, booked our walk through with our wedding coordinator, scheduled my dress fitting,...

Jayla, Jan 16, 2019 34 335
Cynthia
Booking Hesitations?
Cynthia in Honeymoon, on December 31, 2018 at 11:50 PM

Did anyone have any hesitations when booking their honeymoons? I have ours all planned out, but it’s a huge chunk of change for us. It’s a dream vacation spending 8 days in Bali, staying at 5-star...

Jennifer, Jan 2, 2019 15 253
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Wedding Dress is Here!!
Cynthia in Wedding Attire, on December 4, 2018 at 9:35 AM

After purchasing my dress in June, it finally arrived at the shop! I was having some dress regret, but after trying it on for the first time in nearly 6 months, I think I made the right choice. Now I...

Tamara, Dec 15, 2018 34 535
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Wedding Band!
Cynthia in Married Life, on November 15, 2018 at 5:17 PM

Has anyone had to get their wedding band and engagement ring soldered together? We just got our wedding bands today (YAY!!), but it does kind of move around a little bit. But I’m so excited to check...

Katelyn, Nov 17, 2018 11 336
Cynthia
Partner Account?
Cynthia in Account Support, on October 18, 2018 at 9:21 AM

Does anyone actually have a partner with their own account? Every time I open the app with the new update, it prompts me to link with my partner’s account. He will NEVER have one... anyone know how to...

Haaley, Oct 18, 2018 8 159
Cynthia
Table Cards?
Cynthia in Wedding Reception, on October 11, 2018 at 8:38 AM

What are you planning to do for table cards/escort cards? We will have a mirror with everyone’s names in calligraphy so they know what take they’ll be seated at, but I know we need table cards to...

Cynthia, Oct 12, 2018 14 164
Cynthia
Timing for Bachelorette Party?
Cynthia in Parties and Events, on September 27, 2018 at 9:24 AM

How early did you have your bachelorette party before the wedding? I’m getting married in May, but there’s an annual wine event in January up in Sonoma, CA that would be SUCH a fun thing to do for my...

starsinwaves, Sep 27, 2018 10 267
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Invite Coworkers?
Cynthia in Etiquette and Advice, on September 21, 2018 at 11:19 PM

I’m having an internal debate on whether to invite my coworkers to our wedding. I work in a department with 14 other people, 3 of which are my bosses/supervisors. We are fairly close knit, but about...

Judith, Sep 22, 2018 7 160
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Surprise for Groom
Cynthia in Wedding Reception, on September 11, 2018 at 10:38 PM

I'm so excited, I just have to share! Even though it's set me a little over my planned decor budget, I was able to add in the cutest cigar bar to surprise my FH! It's this old fashioned desk that...

Jennifer, Sep 12, 2018 11 286
Cynthia
First Look?
Cynthia in Etiquette and Advice, on August 23, 2018 at 9:24 AM

Are you planning to do a first look on your big day? Why or why not? My FH and I can both be emotional people (read: we will both be crying on our wedding day!). I’m torn between doing a first look to...

Jessica, Sep 8, 2018 16 165
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Engagement Pictures!!
Cynthia in Community Conversations, on August 21, 2018 at 9:57 AM

You guys, I’m SO happy with my engagement pictures!! I was a little nervous since we booked a photographer who is still building up her portfolio, but she is AWESOME! FH and I are still choosing which...

Liana, Aug 22, 2018 11 156
Cynthia
Bridesmaids Dresses - How to ask?
Cynthia in Wedding Attire, on July 27, 2018 at 9:06 AM

My bridesmaids all know my color scheme, and that I want dusty rose colored bridesmaids dresses. But everyone is spread out across the country, so not everyone can go to one shop and get their dress....

anna, Aug 15, 2018 19 221
Cynthia
Engagement Picture Advice
Cynthia in Community Conversations, on July 31, 2018 at 10:16 AM

What are your tips for taking good engagement photos? FH and I have never had professional photos done before, and I have this feeling it’ll be very awkward! Would love some good tips to ensure we...

Gen, Jul 31, 2018 4 99
Cynthia
Honeyfund?
Cynthia in Honeymoon, on July 2, 2018 at 9:08 AM

Hi Brides! i wanted to see if anyone is planning to do a honeyfund rather than a standard registry (it both). My fiancé and I have lived together for over 4 years now, and we honestly have pretty much...

Kay, Jul 3, 2018 12 393
Cynthia
Wedding Dress Help!!
Cynthia in Wedding Attire, on June 24, 2018 at 11:22 PM

I went wedding dress shopping today, and I’m absolutely torn between two wonderful options! The first option is right within my budget (the one with ruffles) and the second option (long train) is a...

Isabel Cristina, Jun 27, 2018 30 399
Cynthia
First Time Dress Shopper
Cynthia in Wedding Attire, on June 24, 2018 at 8:16 AM

Today will be the first time I’m going wedding dress shopping (yay!!!). My mom flew to town to be with me, and I have appointments at 3 bridal salons. Do you guys have any advice on what to expect?...

Eri, Jun 24, 2018 8 127
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