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My fiance and I will be eloping in May in NYC. We're then having a casual party three weeks later back home. So many of our family members want me to wear my dress to the party. First, is that weird for a casual bbq party? If I do, should I have the...

We're having a casual post-elopement party next summer. These are the tables at the venue. Do you think it's necessary to get tablecloths or is it an unnecessary expense that no one will remember?

We're eloping in NYC next May, just the two of us while on vacation. Going to the marriage bureau then getting pictures done in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Does anyone have tips for eloping in NYC? I'm especially interested in any advice for an easy...