Discussions by Melissa

Is hiring a videographer normal for weddings these days? I never heard of such a thing until I started looking at budget break downs and it said to save $600 for a videographer. I think I'd be...

One of my bridesmaids works in a bakery and has offered to make my cake as her wedding gift to me. She is incredibly talented in everything she touches, so of coarse I said yes! We are having a 3 tier...

My aunt has offered to buy me a year subscription to any bridal magazine that I want, but I don't know which one to choose. It seems like most of them are just made of up adds. Ideally, I want a...

So, I've had my heart set on a live band for as long as I can remember. I love going out and listening to live music and thought to share that passion at my wedding. I've found a great band that plays...

My FH and I have toyed around with the idea of writing our own vows. I would really like to do it to add a real personal touch to our ceremony, after all, it's the commitment of a lifetime. However,...

I'm 21 years old, but I've been doing for myself since I was 14-16 with varying degrees. I've been told a thousand times over the years that I'm "mature for my age" and all of my close friends are at...

I have a strict 10 k budget and have 5 bridesmaids and 6 groomsmen. They are all paying for their tux/dress, makeup, etc. I'm providing hotel rooms and transportation. How much is reasonable to spend...

I'm experimenting with different shows right now to get in wedding planning mood. It's knida like watching Christmas movies after Thanksgiving to motivate yourself to decorate and start working on...

I've decided on having a limited bar for my wedding. We are renting a private venue that allows you to bring in your own alcohol. We are going to choose one red wine, one white wine, 2 types of beer...

So we are having our wedding at a private estate that doesn't mind us bringing in our own alcohol which means saving tons of money. We really want an open bar for the majority of the evening, with...

I'm experimenting with different shows right now to get in wedding planning mood. It's knida like watching Christmas movies after Thanksgiving to motivate yourself to decorate and start working on...

So here's the problem. I'm having a semi-formal outdoors wedding (tented) of about 100 people give or take. I've always heard that immediate family, bridal party, and out of town guest should be...