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Susan
Unity ceremony...... Mom passed years ago, who lights the candle on my side?
Susan, on April 7, 2014 at 8:39 AM

My mother died when I was just 11 years old, Dad never remarried. He is now 75 and will be walking me down the aisle. My plan is for my 2 brothers to be official ushers, while my nephew and cousins...

Ebony, May 4, 2021 12 2,674
mrswinteriscoming
What are your 'pet peeves' (wedding related)?
mrswinteriscoming, on March 22, 2021 at 10:19 PM

Whether you are a part of the bridal party and have been asked to do something ridiculous, or a wedding guest that has seen some bridezilla like behaviour, or even the bride/groom and have encountered...

Michelle, May 4, 2021 78 3,995 1
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Bridal shower invites - “destination” wedding
Renee, on May 2, 2021 at 6:34 PM

Moved across country from friends and family, so it’s a “destination” wedding for most guests but not for us. Bridal shower is being thrown back home where most friends and family are. Who exactly do...

Judith, May 3, 2021 10 805
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How Long Should a Wedding Be Postponed Due To An Injury?
Romie, on April 28, 2021 at 1:21 AM

Nothing have happen to my fiancé and I. Just curious to how long a postponement should be if something was to happen.

Melody, May 3, 2021 5 783
Elizabeth
Who do you buy gifts for?
Elizabeth, on April 28, 2021 at 4:26 PM

FH and I are getting the wedding party gifts, but I didn't realize some people give gifts to parents as well. Who are you giving gifts to? Parents, grandparents, anyone else outside of WP? My parents...

Melody, May 3, 2021 13 280
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Do i offer to pay for my bridesmaids shoes?
Tiffany, on May 2, 2021 at 1:21 PM

I've requested that my bridesmaids wear silver heels for the wedding. They are all fine with that, but 2 of my bridesmaids both said that they don't have any silver heels (or even silver...

Tory, May 3, 2021 19 790
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gm bringing random plus one?
Valerie, on May 3, 2021 at 8:06 AM

One of our groomsmen messages hubby and I that his +1 will be “Jane Smith” and that she’s from Ohio and he’ll be picking her up for the wedding (he’s a truck driver). He also asked if she could ride...

Tory, May 3, 2021 14 1,018
Jeanie
Destination wedding invites
Jeanie, on May 3, 2021 at 9:01 AM

Hi all, This is my and my fiancé’s second go around so we are keeping it small and casual. We live in the Florida Keys and are getting married in February. Because all of our family will be coming...

Tory, May 3, 2021 5 576
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Wedding Invites
Brittany, on April 27, 2021 at 6:35 AM

We have 180 people on our guest list, but our state mandate only allows 150 right now for COVID? Is it risky to invite all 180 and hope that 30 don’t come?

Llcool_Kay, May 3, 2021 21 1,101
Janieva
Should i send new Save the dates?
Janieva, on May 1, 2021 at 11:17 PM

Hello! My wedding was planned for November 2020. We sent out our save the dates right before lockdown (March 2020) because my family is from out of state and needed advanced notice for the date. We...

Ingrid, May 3, 2021 4 384
Jessica
Two events in one day.. can we skip ceremony?
Jessica, on April 30, 2021 at 11:11 AM

Okay, hear me out. Also on 6/26, my fiancé’s cousin is getting married. This cousin is on the side of HIS family that we don’t really ever see as well. They live several hours away and I’ve actually...

Julie, May 2, 2021 29 1,839
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Older teenagers at a no kids wedding, what is the appropriate cut off?
Ashley, on August 11, 2017 at 9:03 PM

I'm well expecting to get shut down on this one but I'm curious as to what anyone else has done about the situation. I have a few younger cousins who are under 21 who I would hate not to include in...

Christina, May 2, 2021 30 12,333
Mariana
How to nicely say no kids on the invitations?
Mariana, on May 11, 2012 at 7:11 PM

Hello ladies, I was just wanting your advice and help on how to nicely say no kids on our invites. I personally think "no kids" or "adult reception only" is fine, but my FH doesn't like the "no/only."...

Kristen, May 2, 2021 84 89,340 3
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Bridesmaid leaving early to go to another wedding
Danielle, on April 22, 2021 at 12:08 PM

Hello forum, I have recently found out one of my bridesmaids plans to leave my wedding early to try and make it to another wedding over an hour and a half away. I don't know how to respond to her, but...

Kara, May 2, 2021 29 1,637
Laura
Covid married... but...
Laura, on April 29, 2021 at 1:32 PM

None of the family was present. It was only he and I and our sons. I am considering a backyard get together to introduce the family to each other. Would you have a vow renewal too? Or would you just...

Laura, May 1, 2021 8 486 1
Nic
moh ruined my day. Help me get over it because i can't!
Nic, on April 27, 2021 at 6:12 PM

Wondering if anyone else has been in this situation.. I got married yesterday! Third time lucky due to covid! Still recovering and exhausted as hell, but can’t stop thinking about what happened...

Nic, May 1, 2021 14 1,930
Jennifer
What To Include In The Invitation Envelope
Jennifer, on May 1, 2021 at 1:40 PM

Hello!!! I am in need of some help. We 2/3 of our guests who will be from out of town for the wedding and 1/3 who is local. 1: Do most people include a map with the accommodations card? I'm not sure...

Maureen, May 1, 2021 4 572 2
Elizabeth
Over budget, is it rude to give a card?
Elizabeth, on April 25, 2021 at 11:05 PM

I'll first say that etiquette is really important to me and I don't want to be petty, but I'm leaning towards just giving a card at this wedding my fiance is in. I would appreciate advice about this...

Anie, May 1, 2021 41 2,000
Estrella
How do i handle drama over No invites
Estrella, on April 7, 2021 at 9:25 PM

Hello all, My fiancé and I are planning an intimate celebration for October inviting only immediate family and our closest friends, no kids. We are also planning a surprise baby shower for my sister...

Estrella, May 1, 2021 9 984
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Parents on Wedding Invitations
Chelsea, on April 27, 2021 at 7:01 AM

My parents are very traditional and feel the bride's parents need to host the wedding and pay for the wedding. They have made the majority of the payments so far but my FH's parents continue to offer...

Mrs. Coakley, Apr 30, 2021 21 7,445
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