Discussions by Jana

Is purchasing really that economical compared to renting for standard linens, dishes, vases, etc? Unless what you're looking for is only available for sale and you host large parties on the regular in...

What you serving to your vegan/vegetarian guests so they aren't limited to a single side or salad? What appetizers or dessert can they eat that you're offering?

What have you made or are planning to make?

Is anyone doing this the evening before? If so, are you hosting it in your home or someplace else and covering costs?

What are you having beyond the first dance?

What do you wish you wish you registered for but didn't think about asking for? A particular type of appliance or household item, etc? Or anything that isn't on the standard Bed Bath and Beyond list. ...

Keeping in mind that many people go years between attending weddings so what is overdone online could easily be fresh and new to your families and friends. What are you doing that is unique and true...

Is anyone doing this? Still having a ton of fun but keeping the spotlight celebrity treatment to a bare minimum. Just a first dance, nothing choreographed, no spotlight dances for others, no...

Just curious from reading the boards. What I have seen of catering menus online, most of the heavy appetizers selections are pretty darn filling and served with food stations (as an appetizer...

What made it stand out from the rest? Good food, proper hosting, unique entertainment, etc?

From other weddings or that you are considering for your own ceremony or program inserts

Instead of putting singles on the spot, has anyone done this? I was reading about possibly attaching lottery scratchers to the bouquet/garter for the winners as an incentive.

Do you find it easier to look at a map of where you are supposed to go with street names listed? Even though it might mean a microscopic map or a super large directions card. Or do you find written...

What made the list of things that you are planning to keep or splurge on and what are you nixing because it isn't important to you and/or out of budget?

What are you serving to guests who don't drink? What have you seen at other weddings that was fun and creative that guests enjoyed?

Which do you prefer to brighten a room? From what I could tell on Pinterest, they have completely different looks.

Things are not done in your social circle or that you have seen online that you want to include at your wedding. For example, among my family and friends, everyone and their cousin has a cake and...

While having everything in one location is ideal, some people have a certain vision for the ceremony or reception that doesn't always work at both venue options. Or it requires long travel time for...

Has anyone done this? How did it turn out?

Those who have already gotten married, what advice do you have based on your experiences on your wedding day and leading up to it (or after) that would help out someone in the planning stages? Lessons...