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August 16, 2014

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How much did you pay for your veil?
Shamika in Planning, on May 12, 2014 at 8:25 AM

How much did you pay for your veil or how much do you plan on paying for one? Post a pic, if you have one.

Amanda, Aug 8, 2019 40 2,128
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Any wedding planning regrets?
Shamika in Planning, on May 14, 2014 at 5:46 PM

What's something you regret doing or wish you waited longer to decide on? I wish I wasn't so quick to ask someone who does makeup to do mines for my wedding day. She doesn't have a lot of her own...

Jessica, Jul 13, 2019 26 117
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AliExpress - ever ordered from here?
Shamika in Planning, on July 12, 2014 at 12:29 PM

Was searching for a nice and inexpensive bridal shower dress and came across AliExpress.com Has anyone ever ordered from this website? Seems like each item is from different sellers. Was your...

Cheryl, Apr 19, 2019 12 180
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Wedding Venues in NYC
Shamika in Planning, on January 5, 2015 at 10:19 PM

Hi ladies! It's been a while and so many newbies. My brother and his long time gf got engaged on new years day and I'm helping them with their wedding planning. Does anyone have any venues they can...

Christiina, Feb 19, 2015 14 169
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What to pack for honeymoon?
Shamika in Honeymoon, on August 25, 2014 at 12:00 PM

DH and I got married in Aug 16th and leave for our honeymoon on Monday Sept 1st! We're both very excited about going, but I def don't want to forget to bring anything we might need. We are going to...

SunshineJenn, Aug 25, 2014 7 23
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BAM!!! (non-pro pics) Pic heavy!
Shamika in Planning, on August 20, 2014 at 10:09 AM

It's official, I am now a married lady! Our wedding day was nothing short of amazing. We had an outdoor wedding and the weather couldn't be more perfect. I was totally calm up until the night before...

Shamika, Aug 21, 2014 37 34
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Where to purchase a veil in NYC?
Shamika in Planning, on July 29, 2014 at 7:28 AM

Hey Ladies! 18 days until our wedding day and I still need a veil. Anyone have any recommendations on where I can get one? (Other than big name stores like DB, RK Bridal, etc). Really trying to see if...

Melissa, Aug 6, 2014 6 24
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Are you wearing your veil during the reception?
Shamika in Planning, on August 5, 2014 at 9:50 PM

Are you wearing your veil throughout the reception or for part of it? I only been to a couple of weddings and I wasn't sure if brides typically only wear their veil during the ceremony, if they wear...

mrsrobinvalentine, Aug 6, 2014 23 55
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Speeches for wedding
Shamika in Planning, on August 4, 2014 at 8:53 AM

Who did you ask to say a speech for your wedding? How many people in total are saying speeches? So far I asked my MOH, mom and one of my cousins. FH asked his mom and all 3 of his bestmen (FH are...

Kristine, Aug 4, 2014 24 40
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Back and showered (pics included)
Shamika in Planning, on August 1, 2014 at 6:43 AM

My all white bridal shower was on Saturday July 26th. The shower started since it kept drizzling off and on (the BM kept moving the tables in the basement then back in the backyard). The sun finally...

Shamika, Aug 4, 2014 17 21
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DIY Bouquet Making: Anyone making/wrapping there bridal bouquet?
Shamika in Planning, on August 2, 2014 at 7:04 PM

Did anyone put together their own bouquet? Was it easy? Where did you get the ribbon etc that's needed? How many bouquets did you put together and how much did you spend in supplies? The place I...

Shamika, Aug 4, 2014 15 46
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Day to timeline/Timeline for Reception: Did you stay on track?
Shamika in Planning, on July 29, 2014 at 11:04 AM

Married ladies, how many of you actually stuck to your timeline for the reception? If you didn't stick to you it, what made it change? Was the amount of time you allocated way off (too little, too...

KimS, Jul 30, 2014 10 14
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Thursdya morning laugh -- Angry ex-coworker mad about not being invited
Shamika in Planning, on July 17, 2014 at 10:52 AM

I only talked to this co-worker during my last 6 months with the company. I didn't feel like I should invite her to my wedding bc we honestly only spoke while at work and never once hung out outside...

Shari, Jul 17, 2014 18 41
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Changing last name
Shamika in Planning, on July 10, 2014 at 10:43 AM

Has anyone used a name change service? If you used one, which one have you used and did you feel it was worth it? I've read mixed reviews about "From Miss to Mrs" saying the documents weren't updated...

rusticbride, Jul 14, 2014 9 26
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Beach Bachelorette Party
Shamika in Planning, on July 11, 2014 at 12:35 PM

Thinking of having a beach bachelorette party and we'll play games (like hula hoop contest, limbo, beach volleyball). - The other idea was a picnic, but I had a girls day picnic last year and although...

Shamika, Jul 11, 2014 6 28
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Something blue
Shamika in Planning, on July 10, 2014 at 10:29 AM

I ordered a white and baby blue garter (not doing a garter toss, but for FH to take off in private). Also bought some blue shoes, but I'm not sure about keeping them bc it's not even close to my...

The Mrs R, Jul 10, 2014 16 28
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Aisle Runner - Where to purchase an inexpensive one?
Shamika in Planning, on July 2, 2014 at 7:21 AM

Where can I purchase a mint green or white aisle runner? Thanks in advance!

Kaesey, Jul 6, 2014 15 149
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How do you look up an old dicussion?
Shamika in Planning, on July 2, 2014 at 6:55 AM

How do you look up an old discussion?

JustMarried'14, Jul 2, 2014 3 18
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Show me your... bouquets!!
Shamika in Planning, on July 1, 2014 at 9:53 AM

Hey ladies, Show me your bridal bouquets or inspiration pics. Also, please include your wedding color scheme. How much are you paying for your bouquet? So many flowers to choose from and need some...

Shamika, Jul 1, 2014 34 62
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Decorations for Ceremony & Reception
Shamika in Planning, on June 30, 2014 at 9:20 AM

Happy Monday Ladies and Gents! :-) What kind of decorations are you having for your ceremony and reception? Our venue will be doing some light decorations and I was trying to think of things I can...

Shamika, Jun 30, 2014 8 41
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