Discussions I've participated in

How long will it be from the day you got engaged until the day you get married? My husband and I originally planned for a one year engagement, but thanks to COVID, it turned into a three year...

What has been your best way to keep your costs down for your wedding?

How long did it take for you to finalize your name-change after the wedding? Counting from the social security forms, and other legal/otherwise-necessary stuff. There will be about 3-4 months from the...

In so many wedding-related movies and TV shows that I've seen, the bride almost always cries when she says yes to her dress. It's a super sweet moment to watch, as you can tell the bride feels happy...

I don’t know how I overlooked this, but when guests RSVP on the Wedding Wire website, they can choose their menu selection. Whatever; no biggie. I didn’t put an option specifically saying, “We will be...

I was thinking of ordering a paint by number canvas for my husband & I to do. I haven't decided if I wanted to give for sweetest day or part of a Christmas gift, but I was wondering if anyone has...

My wedding falls about a week before Christmas (sounded beautiful and romantic at the time), so I got the bright idea to serve wassail at the reception. It took a little asking around, but I found a...

Hi - it's me again. Too close to my wedding to make any changes and I think my fiancé is about sick of hearing the word videography. So, coming back to you all and hearing people in a similar...

I sent a few invitations to some of my favorite musicians, including Wynton Marsalis and Queen. Most people, including my fiance, thought it was silly but rolled with it. Yesterday Wynton Marsalis...

Just because I’m curious and love hearing the stories, how did you all get engaged? Was it a complete surprise or did you see it coming?

Hey guys, I'm about to send my music list out to the DJ with requests. I know there's message boards out there asking about song suggestions, but what about the ones you do NOT want played? So far all...

It’s been a long time since I’ve “gotten my nails done.” In fact, I barely even paint my own nails. Trim, file, buff, clean and oil the cuticles, done! (I can’t function as well with long fingernails;...

Hi everyone, I’m in a bit of a dilemma and need some advice. My bf and I have been looking at engagement rings - We decided early on that we would be getting a 1ct ring and so far all the shops we...

I’m getting married in a few months, and plan to take his name. I keep reviewing the “name change checklists” I see online, and someone mentioned a site called Hitch Switch. Have any of you used it?...

My ceremony shoes are sort of matte-pleather kitten heels (haven’t worn them outside aside from dress shopping), and my reception shoes are these cute lace/crochet sneakers from David’s Bridal. (Same...

My groom and I have a dilemma. He wants alcohol at the reception, and most from his side will likely expect it. I don’t have a problem with alcohol at the reception (except for the financial aspect....