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MaryEllen
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MaryEllen
Gift for reception only
MaryEllen, on April 18, 2024 at 1:03 PM

We are invited to a 12-3 reception the day after a private intimate ceremony we are not invited to. We have to travel to this reception which is a drink and appetizers event. How much to give as a...

Jacks, Apr 19, 2024 1 67
MaryEllen
Ads on forum
MaryEllen, on April 13, 2023 at 8:15 AM

Why are there so many ridiculous ads on these forums? What do gummies have to do with wedding planning?

Lisa, Apr 13, 2023 1 68
Pat
First dance?
Pat, on April 7, 2023 at 6:42 PM

So are you doing a nice, unrehearsed first dance .... or do you plan on wowing your guests with a choreographed piece? (We are old farts, so it's the plain old box step for us. 😄

Kelly, Apr 13, 2023 12 1
L
Non-traditional wedding desserts
Larissa, on March 31, 2023 at 11:43 AM

We are having a causal wedding and I’d love ice cream cake. It’s just the best in my opinion. Now, if you have setup time for the cake and leave it out for a long while that’s not the most practical,...

Skylar, Apr 2, 2023 8
Amanda
Plated vs buffet
Amanda, on March 30, 2023 at 11:57 AM

I wish there was a poll function on Wedding Wire, but as a wedding guest, do you prefer a plated dinner or a buffet dinner? Is this something that matters a lot to you as a guest?

Hanna, Mar 31, 2023 16
Amanda
Assigned Seating or Self Seating?
Amanda, on March 30, 2023 at 2:09 PM

As a guest, do you prefer assigned seating or self seating at a wedding reception?

Michelle, Mar 31, 2023 13
MaryEllen
Sibling rivalry
MaryEllen, on February 9, 2023 at 9:24 PM

I have 2 children in their early 30s. My son has been married previously but now has a new partner and they have a one year old. My daughter has been with her partner for 4 years and has been planning...

Keri, Feb 10, 2023 9
Stephanie
Bridal Shower Etiquette
Stephanie, on January 3, 2023 at 10:02 AM

Hi! I’m starting to plan my shower and had a few questions. My FMIL and FSIL (also bridesmaid) both live out of state. Are they expected to come? They could potentially drive (12 hour drive)… but...

Michelle, Jan 16, 2023 8
MaryEllen
Zazzle
MaryEllen, on January 8, 2023 at 1:24 PM

Does anyone have an idea of the next 50% off sale at zazzle?

Alisha, Jan 15, 2023 3 61
Lisa
Last Dance Songs?
Lisa, on July 22, 2022 at 9:07 PM

The very last song that my fiance and I need to decide on for our DJ is our last dance song! What are you playing for the last song of the evening?

Lisa, Aug 17, 2022 32 1
MaryEllen
Tips
MaryEllen, on July 10, 2022 at 8:51 AM

We are having a singer that will also dj at the wedding. How much should he be tipped?

Marshaya, Jul 14, 2022 16
MaryEllen
Tips for bridal consultant
MaryEllen, on May 6, 2022 at 5:12 PM

I went with my daughter to find a wedding gown and had a great experience. She found the perfect dress. She went to pay for it and the screen came up asking what % tip she wanted to leave. There was...

Sloane, May 9, 2022 6 267
K
Candles, are they worth it?
Karla, on April 22, 2022 at 10:24 AM

Hello! I'm currently debating if I should purchase candles due to costs and saving money. Candles can be expensive, but I also don't want to regret not getting them (as they can create such beautiful...

Frances, Apr 28, 2022 13
J
Northeast Winter Brides - January/february/march
Jessica, on September 24, 2021 at 10:03 PM

Where are my Northeast winter brides (past & present) at?! I’m planning on getting married January 2023 in NH and am just curious how your wedding went? Obviously our winters in New England are...

Megan, Sep 27, 2021 9
M
Garter toss song?
Monica, on September 11, 2021 at 1:37 PM

I am trying to pick a garter toss song. I think I found one, its hip hop. But i was wondering: the garter removal and garter toss is just that right, like literally remove the garter and toss it? my...

Jennifer, Nov 12, 2021 25 2
Krystina
Giving fake rings to the ringbearer?
Krystina, on September 14, 2021 at 2:34 PM

I thought I'd run this etiquette-ish question by the community to see what the thoughts are on this! We've invited my 4-year-old nephew to be the ringbearer at the wedding. We got him a little book...

Bethany, Sep 16, 2021 19
Victoria
All Inclusive Resorts that are not Sandals or located in the dr
Victoria, on March 18, 2021 at 3:13 PM

Hi everyone! We are looking to book our honeymoon and after reading tons of your comments on other posts, I am starting to lean away from going to Sandals. I always thought of Sandals as a dorky -"I...

Victoria, Mar 25, 2021 16 2
Carla
Bridesmaids Meet-and-greet Today!
Carla, on February 27, 2021 at 11:20 AM

Today is my 1st meeting with my bridesmaids. I am taking them out to a nice deli my treat #HealthieEating, and I have reserved one side just for us. #SocialDistancing. I have little pamplets put...

Sara, Feb 27, 2021 35
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