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Leah
Affordable Day-of Coordinator (los Angeles)
Leah, on April 6, 2021 at 6:54 PM

My fiancé and I are planning our wedding for February 2022. We got our dream venue, but that's made the rest of the budget a bit tight. Our venue requires us to have a day-of coordinator to attend the...

Emily, May 14, 2021 8 2,706
Abigail
Affordable Venues
Abigail, on May 5, 2021 at 1:59 PM

Anyone know if any venues in Sonoma County area that arnt gonna break my pocket? Been looking but havnt had any luck..,

Michelle, May 13, 2021 5 184 1
Sokhona
Hair & Makeup in Sonoma County
Sokhona, on May 5, 2021 at 6:32 PM

Calling all California brides! Looking for recommendations for a hair & make up artist that will come to the site in Sonoma, CA. TIA!

Sokhona, May 9, 2021 2 25
Ana
One Month to get a Marriage License?
Ana, on May 4, 2021 at 11:14 AM

Hey lovely folx! FH and I are currently bicoastal and I was wondering how late/early you all got your license prior to your big day?? He get's in just shy of a month before our wedding day and I was...

Kari, May 8, 2021 10 913
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Calamigos Ranch Wedding - covid Issues
K, on August 11, 2020 at 10:57 AM

Are any brides getting married at Calamigos Ranch in Malibu, CA? What has your experience been with the venue since the pandemic began? Our wedding was scheduled for June 2020 and we postponed until...

Carrie, May 6, 2021 77 3,376 5
Amy
Wedding Venue 200 Guests with No Mask Restrictions
Amy, on April 26, 2021 at 7:51 PM

Hi!!! Looking for any reception venues ANYWHERE in CA that are outdoor and could accommodate about 200 guests. Biggest thing is that we need the venue to not require masks. If you have any...

Megan, May 5, 2021 2 209
Myrna
Micro wedding venue in California?
Myrna, on May 1, 2021 at 8:18 AM

I’m looking for a cheap venue for a wedding with pinky 10 guest in California. I live in Southern California but I’m willing to travel anywhere in CAl

Maddie, May 5, 2021 2 643 1
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Dog friendly wedding venue
Joyce, on May 1, 2021 at 7:20 PM

Hi all, my fiance and I would like our dog to be the ring bearer in our wedding. Does anyone know any dog friendly wedding venues in SF Bay Area? Thanks in advance!

Lynnie, May 4, 2021 1 2,224
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Wedding Day photos
Ana, on April 26, 2021 at 2:06 AM

Hello everyone, I’m not sure if many of you are familiar with the San Fernando Valley. I’m an LA bride looking for a place for our wedding day photos, hopefully something close by because of our LA...

Ana, Apr 29, 2021 3 46
Jazmin
Picking a venue ! Help!
Jazmin, on April 19, 2021 at 10:59 PM

Hi! I need help on finding a venue that allows one to bring your own alcohol and stays open past 12am in the Southern California area! I don’t mind if it’s a hall,outdoor, house. Anything for 85-100...

Maddie, Apr 28, 2021 7 126
Nina
Summer Vs Fall Socal Wedding 2022
Nina, on April 23, 2021 at 1:00 AM

Hello! My fiancé and I are planning a wedding in southern California (either Maravilla Gardens or Eden Gardens) for 2022 and don't know which month we should choose! Will June be too gloomy? Will...

Nina, Apr 27, 2021 8 199
Madaline
Recommend a Photographer Socal Area
Madaline, on April 26, 2021 at 1:15 AM

Hello Everyone! I am getting married next year and I really want to find a photographer who has photographed a healthy amount of people with Glasses. My Fiancé and I both will be wearing glasses, we...

Ocbride2019, Apr 26, 2021 1 46
Richa
bridal shower restaurant
Richa, on April 10, 2021 at 10:06 PM

Please give list of places to have a bridal shower in Orange County. Much appreciated.

Richa, Apr 24, 2021 5 199
Felicia
Update: New California wedding reception guidelines posted!
Felicia, on April 2, 2021 at 5:11 PM

Here they are! Updated 4/2/21

Felicia, Apr 21, 2021 19 923 3
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Los Angeles bridal shower
Lisa, on April 13, 2021 at 5:39 PM

Hello! I’m planning a bridal shower for my friend in Los Angeles and am stumped. 10ish people, semi private area preferable outdoors. Somewhere between Santa Monica and downtown preferably. Looking to...

Lynnie, Apr 15, 2021 1 225
Fadia
Ethereal Gardens - Trademark Venue
Fadia, on April 9, 2021 at 1:01 AM

Hi! Considering Ethereal Gardens as a wedding venue. Any advice? They only have January open, so I’m a little worried about it being cold at night in the tented pavilion. Thoughts?

Lynnie, Apr 12, 2021 1 111
Fadia
Callaway Winery Wedding
Fadia, on April 9, 2021 at 12:59 AM

Has anyone gotten married at Callaway Winery in Temecula? Curious were you bothered at all by the tasting room guests? Any advice if I go with them?

Lynnie, Apr 12, 2021 1 45
Melissa
Step in the right direction.
Melissa, on April 6, 2021 at 4:44 PM

We're not in the clear yet. But it's a sign of hope. (If you're in California you know there is a push to recall Gavin Newsom. I request people leave those comments at the door and enjoy the sign of...

Christina, Apr 6, 2021 4 261
Richa
Bridal Shower Ideas in Orange County
Richa, on April 5, 2021 at 11:10 PM

I’m practically figuring out my Bridal shower. Please let me know what are some amazing locations to have a bridal shower.

Richa, Apr 6, 2021 4 331
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Summer 2021 Los Angeles Brides
Angela, on March 5, 2021 at 1:31 PM

Hi Brides! I was hoping to get some advice my wedding is scheduled for August 28,2021 in LA, which is one of the strictest area. Currently the hotel said they are not allowing any wedding or...

Angela, Apr 6, 2021 18 1,204 3
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