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Brother elopement gift or not to gift?
Amy, on February 3, 2020 at 7:01 AM

My brother and his fiance have decided to elope to New York (we live in the UK) no family are Invited they are planning a celebration 4 months later which I may or may not be able to attend due to...

Pirate & 60s Bride, Feb 3, 2020 15 1,386
Deannax91
Wedding Day Timeline (2pm Ceremony)
Deannax91, on July 20, 2016 at 11:10 AM

I've been doing a lot of research trying to nail down a good timeline for the day of, and I'm wondering what everyone thinks, if anyone has suggestions and whatnot.. I find a lot of timelines that...

Hcook, Feb 2, 2020 11 24,073 3
Mrs J
Inviting a "celebrity"
Mrs J, on March 1, 2018 at 2:10 AM

I saw a post awhile ago about inviting celebrities to one's wedding and kind of chuckled at it at the time. Well, we're putting together or invites, and have decided to to include one on a whim. John...

Anna, Feb 2, 2020 38 7,596
Harleybeachbride
Wedding email as method to RSVP?
Harleybeachbride, on November 14, 2016 at 6:44 AM

Hi everyone! I'm going to be ordering our wedding invitations soon, and was wondering if it's a good idea to include a wedding email that I created (winewedding@......) as the RSVP method or do you...

Vanita, Jan 30, 2020 11 1,831
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What Size Cups Should I Get For Mixed Drinks?
Kelley, on March 17, 2016 at 12:15 PM

I'm thinking 16 ounces is too big. For a few reasons. The obvious is that I don't want people getting too drunk,the others are watery drinks after a few minutes of sitting and also the financial part...

Evony, Jan 30, 2020 11 13,839
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Unhappy with fiance's selection of groomsmen
Ashley, on January 28, 2020 at 11:36 PM

Okay, so I cant help but feel like maybe I am being petty, but Im unhappy about one of my future husband's groomsman. We agreed to do 3 bridesmaids/groomsmen plus a best man/maid of honor, so 4 total....

Teresa, Jan 29, 2020 16 2,888
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Explanation for No Reception With Wedding Announcement?
Andrea, on January 28, 2020 at 3:58 PM

We are two days away from our elopement. (Yay!) I am starting to put together our wedding announcements so that I can get those mailed out soon after the ceremony. We are not hosting a reception as we...

Jennifer, Jan 29, 2020 10 3,058
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Pre-wedding Send-off vs Post-wedding Reception
lauren, on September 12, 2018 at 4:16 PM

Hi! My fiance and I both live in Canada but I am from Scotland - I have only lived here for the past 2 years and all of my family and most of my friends are still in Scotland. We are getting married -...

Ashleigh, Jan 28, 2020 3 221
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Jamaica Destination Wedding
Ida , on July 11, 2017 at 12:07 AM

I've been doing a little research on resorts in Jamaica to have my wedding. I came across a few great resorts but the one that stuck out to me the most was Moon Palace in Ocho Rios Jamaica. I haven't...

Alden, Jan 28, 2020 23 1,424
Natalie
Controlling Mom
Natalie, on February 24, 2017 at 9:21 PM

Anyone else dealing with an over opinionated and controlling mom during your wedding planning process? I swear my mom thinks my wedding is her second wedding. She wants to alter my dress the way she...

Brooke, Jan 28, 2020 16 3,975
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Invited to be Bridesmaid but don't know Bride
Jen, on January 26, 2020 at 1:42 PM

So. My boyfriend's very best friend in the world is a girl, and she is getting married this year. My boyfriend is going to be her Man of Honor. I was very excited to get to attend the wedding....

Maggie, Jan 27, 2020 10 1,435 2
Mrsbdg
Guest attire: How much say does the couple get?
Mrsbdg, on September 6, 2019 at 3:37 PM

Hey y’all! Well. My dad is getting married in December 🙄 As planning has gone on his FW has really pushed my sister and I around and I’m curious if my hatred towards her is tainting my judgement...

Lené, Jan 27, 2020 204 5,118 4
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Alcoholics and a wedding
Haley, on October 23, 2016 at 7:13 PM

My family has several alcoholics in it and there are a few on DH's side as well. Instead of telling them they aren't invited, we decided not to have any alcohol at the wedding or reception. Any advice...

Megan, Jan 26, 2020 127 2,634
Margo
Am i being Selfish / Wrong
Margo, on January 23, 2020 at 11:48 AM

My fiancée and I got engaged last May (2019) and for his proposal it was extremely important he include his son (from 1st marriage) in the proposal. We wanted / want to plan our wedding date around...

Theresa, Jan 26, 2020 42 944
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Bridal expo
Stefanie , on December 29, 2017 at 5:46 PM

Who should I invite to the bridal expo? My MH brought the event to my attention but I'm not sure who I should extend the invitation to. Also who should i invite to my dress fittings and shopping?

Peter, Jan 26, 2020 11 389
Preslee
Groom Gift- boudoir shoot?
Preslee, on August 15, 2018 at 9:32 AM

What did y'all (if anything) do for your groom gift the day of? I'm thinking about doing a boudoir shoot and making a photo book for the day of, but its SUPER out of my comfort zone. Did anyone do...

Holly, Jan 24, 2020 18 3,943 1
Millie
Tattoos and Wedding Dresses
Millie, on May 23, 2017 at 2:06 PM

Hey ladies! For those of us who have visible tattoos, do you plan on covering it up with makeup or a particular dress style? Or leaving the tattoo exposed? If you have used tattoo makeup, which is the...

Gab, Jan 24, 2020 74 726
Rachel
Leftover food for donations?
Rachel, on January 24, 2020 at 4:18 AM

So while attending a wedding, I was extra aware of how much food there was; in chaffing dishes, on butler passed plates... And I got this crazy feeling that at the end of the event.. SO MUCH FOOD...

Mandi, Jan 24, 2020 15 2,218
Brianna
Groomsman hair
Brianna, on January 17, 2020 at 2:39 PM

Hey everyone, I need some advice. One of my FH's groomsmen is... well known for making poor choices. He often says things that are inappropriate for the situation or just makes bad judgement calls in...

KAREN, Jan 24, 2020 13 1,208 1
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Hotel room/bachelorette party who pays?
Megan, on January 20, 2020 at 1:20 PM

I am currently living in a different state then my bridesmaids because of military duties, but we are having our wedding in my home state. Since it would be hard to get everyone together for a...

Meaghan, Jan 24, 2020 9 1,510 1
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