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Me v. Mom: Guest List Fight
Gabrielle, on February 20, 2019 at 9:21 PM

My fiancé and I are in the early stages of planning our wedding (like just booking our venue tomorrow kind of early) and I’m already getting pressure from my mother about inviting people I don’t want...

ashley, Feb 21, 2019 12 1,597
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“back up” guest list
Amanda, on February 21, 2019 at 11:51 AM

We are trying to keep our wedding around 100-120 guests. With that number we have quite a few people (more distant relatives) being left off. We are sending save the dates in May for our wedding in...

Officiallymrs, Feb 21, 2019 12 1,069
Sarah
Replacing Groomsman
Sarah, on February 21, 2019 at 9:05 AM

Hi everyone! So I just posted asking how to proceed with a groomsman who’s fiancé is due with their first five days before our wedding. Well FH spoke to him and he decided to respectfully bow out- no...

MrsD, Feb 21, 2019 9 2,088
GalwayGirl
Contract Clause Concern
GalwayGirl, on February 19, 2019 at 7:39 PM

Hey all, So we've gotten a contract from our videographer and I'm going to email her with this question as well but I wanted to get input from you guys. So, there's a clause that says (paraphrasing)...

Judith, Feb 21, 2019 17 2,071
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My Daughter eloped and is having a formal wedding. Who pays?
Marci, on February 17, 2019 at 7:35 PM

So my daughter eloped in January (the day after getting engaged). It caused a lot of hurt and damage to relationships. My husband and I are not against the marriage (just the fact they did it without...

Vicky, Feb 21, 2019 16 2,900
MrsBanks
Guys wearing engagement rings?
MrsBanks, on April 14, 2017 at 1:28 PM

So yesterday one of my FH coworkers came up to him, and asked about his ring. FH told him its his engagement ring. And his co worker went on to say how guys arent supposed to wear those, and its a...

Rae, Feb 20, 2019 64 18,090
Natasha
Tribute at wedding to deceased dad?
Natasha, on July 7, 2015 at 8:39 AM

Hi- my dad passed away while I was in college and while I've made peace with it, I would still love to honor him during my wedding. Family members have offered to walk me down the aisle but I'd rather...

Ingrid, Feb 20, 2019 25 4,951
Veronica
No Boy/girlfriend rule?
Veronica, on February 7, 2019 at 12:49 AM

Honestly I am trying to keep this wedding small and the least expensive possible. I’m doing a rule that is no boy/girlsfriends at my wedding. Honestly I dont care how long they’ve been together unless...

Autumn, Feb 20, 2019 53 8,813
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Bridal party getting too big
Jennifer , on February 19, 2019 at 8:42 PM

So we’re having a wedding of about 125 people and so I decided to go with 6 groomsmen and 6 bridesmaids. The issue I am now having is my fiancé has asked his 6 friends to be his groomsmen and now my...

Maggie, Feb 20, 2019 10 317
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Wax seals
Amanda, on February 12, 2019 at 11:40 AM

Hey, has anyone wax sealed their invitations ? How did it go for you If you did? I’m thinking of doing it but when looking on line about mailing difficulties I’m second guessing it.

Ashley, Feb 20, 2019 5 934
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Anxious Bride and Groom Success Stories and Advice?! (to a Bride with panic attacks)
Ang, on February 19, 2019 at 7:30 PM

Hey all! I could use some advice, words of encouragement, and success stories from other anxious brides and grooms... I have panic attacks- I have since I was 14. For the most part they are quite...

Sierra, Feb 20, 2019 12 1,383
teresa
What is the anniversary dance?
teresa, on August 19, 2017 at 3:45 PM

I've read comments about couples doing a anniversary dance instead of bouquet and garter toss.. what is it exactly.

Derrick, Feb 19, 2019 13 11,514 1
Mckenna
rsvp & Details card?
Mckenna, on February 18, 2019 at 6:55 PM

Hi! I'm having guests rsvp online and will definitely be including an rsvp card in the invitation, but do I also need a "details card" if all that information is on the wedding website? Can I include...

MrsD, Feb 19, 2019 7 1,479
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Making rounds and greeting guests
Aria, on February 18, 2019 at 4:12 PM

How did you greet or plan to greet your guests? Did you do a receiving line? Or did you make rounds with champagne? I have never attended a wedding and the few married friends I have all had...

Stephanie, Feb 18, 2019 14 1,373
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Is it okay to get engaged after a sibling?
Mrs!, on February 17, 2019 at 12:31 AM

Hey guys! So I’m not engaged yet however I do know that FI has purchased the ring and is planning on proposing between now and the next two months. (Yay!) We have a super open relationship with things...

Mrs!, Feb 18, 2019 15 4,641
Kiki
No Dancing and dj Alternatives for wedding?
Kiki, on February 13, 2019 at 5:09 PM

My FH and I were thinking about it and we aren't sure we want to have dancing at the wedding. We will still have music playing and will still have the designated dances (first dance, etc). Outside of...

Pirate & 60s Bride, Feb 18, 2019 27 2,633
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Bachelor Party and Strippers
J, on January 15, 2018 at 8:36 PM

My FH has has two “best men” and they are “party boys,” even though my FH totally isn’t. They are planning his bachelor party and I just can’t help but feel a little worried. They are going to travel...

Jose, Feb 18, 2019 29 4,796
Stephanie
Engagement photos w/o a ring
Stephanie, on February 18, 2019 at 12:05 AM

Hey guys, im currently debating whether or not to do eng

Mim, Feb 18, 2019 8 1,629
futuremrspayne
Return address on back?!
futuremrspayne, on February 10, 2019 at 12:39 PM

Hey there! I just sent out my wedding invites! Woo! It’s getting real now! However, I’m a little nervous that they’ll get sent back to my house. I put the return address on the back flap of the...

futuremrspayne, Feb 18, 2019 12 736
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Dad & Step Dad - Who should walk me down the aisle?
Shannon, on June 23, 2013 at 9:50 AM

Our wedding is still a while away, but I have a feeling that this is going to be the biggest decision I'll have to make. I'm worried because I don't want to hurt anyones feelings. My step dad has been...

CaLynna, Feb 16, 2019 16 529
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