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My sister is 8 years older then me and pretty much raised me. My parents wont be coming to the wedding and my sisters husband will be walking me down the aisle. I see her as both a sister and mother....

I am going to meet the makeup artists for our e-pics in about an hour. Eeek! We are out of town so I didn't do a trial. I went out on a limb and booked him based on reviews, and word of mouth. Anyway,...

Has anyone used the Thumbtack website to find vendors? While searching for an officiant, I came across it. And I've already gotten 4 quotes within the hour! Much easier than emailing a bunch of...

Trying to fly NON stop from SFO or SJC to Europe (Venice, Rome). To do so means I get to fly into Zurich, Munich, or Amsterdam. Out of the 3 cities above, does anyone recommend them for a honeymoon...

Our venue only has 48in round tables or 6ft rectangle tables to use for a sweetheart table. Which one would you perfer? FI and I can't decide which would be the best option

What are you and your FH using as your first dance song? Are you doing a special type of dance? I have to admit I've been watching a lot of those YouTube videos recently where the bride and groom do a...

I am getting married in May. I have 6 bridesmaids, friends from college and friends I went to grade school with. I left them the task of planning a bachelorette party. What a big MISTAKE! I have 1...

My fiancé and I really love breakfast and would love to have breakfast foods at our evening wedding. Just wondered what people think of this idea.

When planing my wedding I am very adamant about NOT making it the same as every other wedding that people have been to. In the weddings that you have attended, what do you find to be overused or...

What are thoughts on speeches?? I know the best man & matron of honor are supposed to speak, but how does it work for parents?? Are both sets of parents supposed to speak? Or is one set supposed to...

I've purchased my dress, not doing any homework previously on what my style was, got my dress altered, train removed, added straps (i thought i didnt like trains, now i feel differently). And we have...

Hey Ladies!! So, I ran into a problem. Today my FH and I drove 2.5 hours to ask my final bridesmaid to be a part of our special day. Before I even asked her, she informed us very bluntly that she...

Had my makeup trial today. I do not usually wear makeup so this is taking some getting used to. I am wondering if it is too much! Pictures taken from a little farther away look pretty good but when I...

My hubz and I knew from the moment we met that we wanted to have little mini rascals together and now that we are married, now that the wedding bonanza is over - we are ready to move into the next...

I have a ball gown and I've always wondered if it'll make me look like I'm having a sweet 16 vs being a bride. What are your thoughts on tiaras?

Hey everyone. I am getting married to a Brazilian who speaks no English. Our wedding will take place in Georgia and her family will not be able to attend. I want to hire someone to translate our vows...

What did you put in your welcome bag? Did you decorate them or add something unique?

So, I am not a good planner or event organizer. I have been holding back any wedding planning mostly because I am feeling overwhelmed by the task. My bridesmaids and maid of honour are all out if town...