Discussions by Rachael

Has anyone used a beauty school for hair and makeup for yourself or the bridal party? My cousin did this and it worked out well, but I'm not sure if she just got lucky.

Hello! Trying to decide on wedding invites and I am considering Minted's four-panel invites. My only reservation is that it looks like they are only offered in a 4.25"x6" which is smaller than most...

So I am almost done with our table numbers, see inspo below. But the issue I am running into is the number of tables we are going to have. I am 25, and I originally thought we wouldn't need more than...

What are some unique ideas for announcing the bridal party + bride and groom at the wedding reception? I kind of want to do something unique, so I'd love any and all ideas!!

Hello! I have never been to a wedding with table visits but am starting to think we may have to do them instead of a receiving line, since we have 200ish guests and will be a little crunched on time...

Does anyone have any ideas on how to get pictures with everyone at the wedding aside from the whole DJ plays a song and bride and groom run from table to table? I’m not a big fan of that but am still...

I am looking for statement earrings and necklace but don't want to buy anything that looks gaudy. I also don't really want to spend over $50-$100. Any ideas on where to buy quality...

My bridesmaids are ordering off Azazie for dresses and I am wondering when we need to order them by? I know it can take like 6 weeks and then maybe add in 1-2 months for alterations? Does that sound...

I am trying to decide whether my bridesmaids and I should get ready in my hotel suite or go to the salon. There would be 8 of us total (plus photographer) and the hotel suite has a dining room table,...

Anyone have any sweet ways of thanking your parents at the reception? Not for paying for the wedding so much but for everything they've done for us growing up. I know there are cute ceremony ideas to...

I get to pick 3 options for my menu. The hall offers chicken, fish, pork, beef or vegetarian (ravioli). What usually would make the cut? I know typically people do chicken and beef, but my fiance...

What are some unique guest book alternatives? I've seen some that can be used as decor after the wedding which I love!

What are some things that you are glad you registered for? We registered for all the basics but I'm wondering if there's anything outside the box we should put on our list?

I am planning the bachelorette party for my BFF but haven't been to many myself so I need some help. I have a list of girls she wants to invite that I am planning on sending invites to. Then she also...

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Hello! I am planning the bachelorette party for my best friend, and the place we are staying is about 25 minutes from the bars we are going to, and I was looking into a party bus to get us to the...

How many people are getting hair/makeup done for for engagement photos? If I get everything done, and buy an outfit, it’ll be like $200-$300 dollars, and I’m just not sure if I can...