Discussions by Vicki

Hi Ladies! Has anyone had any success in negotiating with your venue's site fee and/or their food and beverage minimum? I'm looking at a golf course with a $5,000 site fee and a $15,000...

Hi Ladies! I am desperately looking to find a beautiful bridesmaid dress for my girls to wear that won't break their wallets and I keep coming across the weddingshoppe.com site. The prices are...

Hi ladies! The big day is quickly approaching and I am trying to decide whether to have our DJ shorten the song that the parents and wedding party will walk in to or allow the whole song to play. The...

I have a former colleague who I have kept in touch with off and on over the last couple of years, but as of lately we have been communicating more frequently and he has also given me a tremendous...

We are 2 weeks away from our RSVP deadline and still awaiting responses from 56 people!! Maybe it's just me but that seems like an awful lot at this point in the game. Just very irritated that so many...

*sigh* Been going crazy looking for a special occasion pant set (nothing business suit like) but more of the chiffon type or something similar. Has anyone seen these somewhere online or in stores? I...

Hi ladies, I know there are several discussions on this topic and, even after reading them, I am still concerned I might put a wrong date on the RSVP card. Before I approve my proof, here is what I...

I have started a draft day of timeline but it is by no means final for distribution. One of my bridesmaids asked me last week what time we all need to be ready (hair/makeup) and getting into dresses...

Still deciding on what I want to do for my bachelorette party but it will probably be dinner with the girls and dancing our hearts out all night long!!! How are you ladies planning to "fling before...

Ok ladies - need your expertise here! I have three bridesmaids - two are about 5'4" and one is 5'9". Since the girls heights are spread I figured it would be good for the tallest BM to wear a much...

I have been going to my hair stylist for over 10 years and all I ever really get is a trim. I am happy with the way she cuts my hair but when it comes to updo's and formal styles for prom/weddings I...

I ordered my wedding dress two weeks ago in a size 6 as recommended by my consultant and based on her measurements. I then found a bridal salon that has my dress in a size 6 in the store so I tried it...

Would love to hear the details! Also, what is your FH doing for his bachelor party???

I'm so excited!!! We have scheduled our engagement photos to be taken on July 1st - Yay!!! We definitely want to do outdoor shots (beaches / fields) and will be asking for recommendations from our...

My FH's parent's made a contribution to their other son's wedding but do not want to make a contribution to our wedding. I have heard many times on the board that you shouldn't expect family to help...

Hi Everyone!!! I have to ask. . . has anyone had their wedding at Ruby Hill Golf Club? If so, were you able to get the $15,000 food & bev minimum reduced or waived all together? I'm gonna try...

Hi Ladies! I am wondering if any of you found ways to save on your catering expense when you were required to use your venues's catering services (I am eyeing a golf course country club). Since there...