Discussions by Gettingmarriedin2016

How soon should my bridesmaids order their dresses? My wedding is on 8/27/2016. I've heard mix things from employees. Some say 6 months, others say 4-5 months in advance. I don't know if they're...

It is necessary to meet them in person? Do you ask for proof of insurance before or after you hire them? I might just do everything over the phone/via email but want to know what is the correct...

Our wedding package includes 2.5 hours hosted bar (beer and wine). In addition to that, each table will have two bottles of wine. Our ceremony will be 6:30-7:00pm, Cocktail hour 7:00-8:00 pm, dinner...

I bought my dress yesterday! I originally wanted a dress with sleeves but fell in love with a strapless. Have any of you covered up your tattoos with make up? I heard dermablend is good. Any other...

My wedding is in nine months. FH and I already secured the venue for ceremony and reception. The venue will be providing the food and alcohol. Now I need to buy a dress, make sure my bridesmaids get...

When should my bridesmaids start to look at dresses? I want to make this as easy as possible for them. I want to make sure that we have enough time to look around and get alterations. How did you...

Good morning! Since I've started planning my wedding, I have come to this forum everyday to ask questions. I just wanted to thank everyone for their advice! i don't know what I would do without you...

Help! I need some recommendations. My budget is $8k- $9k for food and beverage. I have already started getting quotes from some of the venues on this site. I was just wondering where did...

My FH would like his sister to be in the wedding. She's 15. I said she could be a bridesmaid. Any cute ideas on how to ask her? I'm not that close to her, so I can't give her anything sentimental. I'm...

My FH would like his sister to be in the wedding. She's 15. I said she could be a bridesmaid. Any cute ideas on how to ask her? I'm not that close to her, so I can't give her anything sentimental. I'm...

I'm still looking for a venue. I'm on a tight budget (around 7k). Just wanted to hear where you got or are planning to get married at. If you have any recommendations, that would be great too! Please...

So, I will be looking at venues next weekend. What questions should I ask? Are there certain things that you wished you would have asked before booking your venue? Also, what can I negotiate?

I told my friend a few weeks ago that I didn't want a bridal shower. Now I'm having mixed feelings. Part of me wants one because I think it would be fun to have all my friends together. I also think...

I want to make sure that everybody has a good time at my wedding. My venue has a private bar and a patio/fire pit in addition to the ballroom. I plan on having a dj and a photo booth. Any other ideas?...

I know that most grooms take off their jacket during the reception. Do they take off their bow ties too? What is common?

Hi ladies! How far in advance do you apply for a marriage license? Are people legally married when they get "married" by an officiant at a wedding ceremony? I know this is a silly question but I am...

Hi ladies! I'm planning my wedding reception in LA and I would like to spend no more than $5000 on food and the venue. I plan on inviting 60 guests. I don't mind if I don't have an open bar. I...