Discussions by FutureStephD

I've read a ton of comments to various posts that a certain level of service is expected at formal/ black tie weddings. I've searched for black-tie events and never find the level of service, just...

Hi all, I signed a contract and paid a deposit ($950, which is half of package total) with a photographer ("Bob") on May 23rd. The photography package includes an engagement session, which we...

Hi all, I feel like there’s so much info on invitations but not so much on place cards. That said, what are the rules for placecards? Specific to us, we’re having a formal wedding (yes, tuxedos and...

Hi all, Does anyone have a DOC they can recommend in the western suburbs of Chicago (i.e. Oak Brook)? I've contacted a ton using the WW vendor page but few have gotten back to me after a month of...

Hi all, I wanted input on determining RSVP date: Our wedding is March 23rd Our venue requires final headcount March 18th Florist requires final table count February 23rd We're inviting 200 people, if...

Does anyone know which is more cost effective at the end of March - Garden Roses or Peonies? I know I can ask a florist, but I’m just trying to learn what to expect before I consider changing our...

Hello everyone! As a thank you to my parents for contributing to our wedding I want to make my mom a quilt. She’s quilted forever and made me and my siblings quilts over the years. She asked me to...

Hello! I'm trying to figure out how to denote my MOH as I have mismatched maids but some are wearing the same dress as my MOH. To be specific, my bridesmaids all chose navy blue dress from Katie May...

Hi all, any suggestions on vendors/stores for large canvas printing? (i.e. +24"x36") FBIL is a photographer and said not to use costco b/c the wrap on the side wears easily, instead to use his vendor...

I'm curious if people are going to do matching attire for the bridal party while getting ready? I see a lot of coordinating robes and pajamas but I'm curious if this is a fad that's overdone? Any...

I've googled and looked at Emily Post, but just want to make sure I have this right... we’re only doing outer envelopes, therefore, how would I address the following: 1. (married) Allison Smith-Doe...

How do you determine who is hosting the wedding? I feel like TRADITIONALLY the brides parents pay and host. But I’m not sure that paying = hosting and given that paying for weddings has changed that...

Does anyone have pictures of bridal parties in Katie May dresses? I tried google search and other things but couldn’t find any. Bonus points if any are in navy blue. Thanks!