Discussions from Alyssa in WeddingWire

Small elopement

Alyssa, on June 3, 2019 at 11:40 PM

I am curious about people's thoughts and opinions about a small elopement prior to the big wedding? My fiance and I have been engaged a long time and I am so in love with the idea of marrying him...

Alyssa, Jun 4, 2019 13

Confused about the wedding shower

Alyssa, on January 20, 2019 at 1:57 PM

So my fiance and I are doing a wedding shower which means men and women will be invited. Originally, it was going to be planned by my bridal party, but then my FMIL said my fiance's uncle offered...

Lindsay, Jan 20, 2019 6

Fiancé(e) Friday! Show off your fiancé(e)!

Rebecca, on January 4, 2019 at 10:05 AM

We’ve gotten to know you - now we want to see your other half! Post a picture of the yin to your yang! Photo from Story & Rhythm in Raleigh, NC Before you go, we want to know: How have you changed...

G + C, Jul 3, 2020 622

Wedding Hair

Alyssa, on December 1, 2018 at 1:13 PM

I am having trouble finding a hair stylist for my day. I am not in a huge rush yet as my wedding is not until August; however, most of the vendors on here are make-up or have a minimum person/service...

Kaete, Dec 4, 2018 19

Engagement (did you know it was coming)

Mrsmtobe, on December 1, 2018 at 11:51 AM

Me and SO are talking about engagements and where wondering how many brides to be “knew” it was coming or where truly surprised he popped the question . I actually do know it’s coming due to him...

Arlene, Dec 4, 2018 65

Toe polish?

Gen, on November 20, 2018 at 3:13 PM

(This isn’t “hair and makeup” but I feel like it’s close? Lol.) Everyone is always talking/posting about their wedding day manicures, but for those of you wearing open-toed shoes, what are you...

Alyssa, Dec 1, 2018 17

Hair and Makeup for bridesmaids

Brittany, on November 30, 2018 at 10:40 AM

Hi ladies! I am at the point where I'm on a roll with getting stuff booked! I just booked my videographer last night! I am now thinking about hair/makeup for the wedding. I found a makeup artist that...

Alyssa, Dec 1, 2018 16

False eyelashes - a must, or too much fuss?

Jo, on October 4, 2018 at 11:05 AM

Will you be wearing false eyelashes on your wedding day? Are you going to apply them yourself or are you leaving this to the pros? Will you be using individual lashes, or full strips of lashes? Or,...

Mrs. Spring, Nov 18, 2020 89

Chairs

Kailey, on November 14, 2018 at 3:54 PM

Okay, so ceremony & reception are outside at the same site...literally 50 ft away from each other. I was told to only get one set of chairs, set them up for ceremony, then after ceremony, have...

MrsD, Nov 15, 2018 37

opinions on this look for my Wedding?!

alaynab123, on August 1, 2018 at 8:17 PM

Hey love bugs! I went and got my makeup trial done for my September first wedding, 30 days away WOW! But I would like honest opinions on how you guys feel about the look? My photographer edits super...

Priscilla, Jan 19, 2019 56

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What was the first venue you visited?

Jayla, on August 14, 2018 at 11:05 AM

Next up is your first "wedding planning first"! What was the first venue you visited? Is this the venue you ended up booking, or did you choose a different venue? Kate Edwards Weddings Next question:...

Hunter, Aug 3, 2019 128

What is the first holiday you'll celebrate together as newlyweds?

Neffe, on August 14, 2018 at 11:05 AM

After getting married, what is the first holiday that you and your future spouse will celebrate together? Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years - what will it be? Pinterest Endless Wave Studios Thanks...

Ruby, Aug 27, 2019 186

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Parent Gifts

Alyssa, on July 8, 2018 at 12:14 PM

We have officially ordered the gifts for my mother and his, but is it polite to also do father gifts? We didn´t plan on doing them, but we do not want to be rude.

Callie, Jul 9, 2018 13

Keep my mil busy?

Whippppss, on July 8, 2018 at 11:37 AM

Need some ideas to keep my future MIL busy on the wedding day. She has a tendency to ask a lot of questions, interject her opinions and expect people to cater to her every whim. It brings around a lot...

Caytlyn, Jul 8, 2018 15

Your wedding party

Laura, on June 20, 2018 at 8:05 PM

How long have you known your wedding party? Are they family you've known all your life, friends from high school or college, or people who have become your closest friends more recently? Tell us...