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Caitlyn
Asking Father's Permission/Blessing?
Caitlyn, on November 7, 2015 at 4:02 PM

Who's FH asked dad's permission? Why or why not?

CARA, Feb 10, 2019 112 4,729
Lynnie Pin
Are you allowed to talk to the groom the day of?
Lynnie Pin, on November 26, 2013 at 10:01 AM

I know your supposed to NOT see eachother cuz its bad luck but are you allowed to text him? lol we haven spent ONE night apart since we been together so ill miss him so much!

Marcia, Feb 9, 2019 35 22,917
Tina
Invitation wording...do you mention cocktail hour?
Tina, on February 9, 2019 at 1:42 PM

I know this may seem like a stupid question, but I am printing my own wedding invites and am not sure the best way to word things. I've looked on pinterest and I have an idea, but here's my question....

Samantha, Feb 9, 2019 35 18,001
Kristy
Dogs in the Destination Wedding?
Kristy, on February 7, 2019 at 4:32 PM

We have always wanted our dogs in our wedding. However, there are a few issues... 1. We have a White German Shepherd (6 yo) who will shed all over anyone wearing dark colors. 2. Dogs are dirty and our...

Talia, Feb 8, 2019 17 1,538
Mrs.
How much on average should a registry gift be?
Mrs., on February 7, 2019 at 5:52 PM

We're registered at Target and I've registered a few kitchen and household items so far like a Kitchenaid, pots and pans, and a good quality vacuum. We don't necessarily need some of the cheaper...

Jolie, Feb 8, 2019 14 1,078
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Civil ceremony first, then wedding?
Melissa, on October 29, 2018 at 3:28 PM

Hey guys. I'm a fan of the Forum page here on the WeddingWire App. It helps me get ideas for my wedding and helps me prepare for potential dilemmas that people on here go through. But for a while now,...

Martha, Feb 7, 2019 11 1,655 1
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Should my niece be in the wedding party?
Julie, on February 6, 2019 at 12:08 AM

I am getting married in December. For the wedding party, my older sister is MOH. Then 3 friends for bridesmaids. I had not originally planned to put my niece, who will be 15 when we getting married,...

Julie, Feb 6, 2019 9 1,450
Rachael
I'm worried my wedding will be super tacky...
Rachael, on February 14, 2018 at 5:40 PM

Hi all, I'm new to WeddingWire, primarily because of this post. I'm super worried my wedding is going to be tacky. We don't have anything set in stone yet, but we've been talking a lot about what we...

Priscilla, Feb 6, 2019 169 12,379
Kristen
Advice Needed! Walking Myself Down the Aisle...
Kristen, on September 22, 2018 at 8:50 PM

For those who did walk themselves down the aisle or those who will be... how did you tell your father or other people who may have expected to walk you down the aisle? After many family issues I am...

Alison, Feb 6, 2019 8 362
Robin
Getting ready in bridal suite
Robin, on February 5, 2019 at 4:44 PM

Hi All, Wondering who everyone had in the bridal suite with them? I have my bridal suite at the venue three hours before my ceremony and planning on doing a first look so I don't think I will be...

Devin, Feb 5, 2019 7 338
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Not invite a friend’s girlfriend? help
Nicole, on February 5, 2019 at 1:10 AM

My FH’s old roommate/high school friend (who is not a groomsman) is obviously invited to the wedding, but has a girlfriend that’s emotionally immature with severe anxiety. They’ll have been dating for...

Mrs., Feb 5, 2019 11 2,633
Tiffany
My photographer ghosted me!!
Tiffany, on February 4, 2019 at 7:51 AM

So long story short, my husband and I had our wedding on December 15, 2018. My best friend and MOH recommended this certain photographer to me and of course I immediately hire her. After I hired her...

Tiffany, Feb 5, 2019 11 2,634
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Addressing Bridal Shower Invites
WeddingBliss, on February 4, 2019 at 12:44 PM

I am sending my MOH the bridal shower invite list, and want to make sure that I address them properly for her. What is etiquette for bridal shower invite address: Mrs. Husband's full name, ex: Mrs....

Jolie, Feb 4, 2019 3 2,118
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Bridal shower invite bride’s name misspelled......disrespectful......?
Carol, on February 2, 2019 at 6:41 AM

My niece is getting married and her mother-in-law and sister-in-law are giving her a bridal shower. The mother-in-law sent the bride a “one line text”..... stating the bride’s name was misspelled but...

Emily, Feb 4, 2019 17 570
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Destination Bachelorette Party Help
Belle, on February 2, 2019 at 5:52 PM

Hi everyone, hoping for some guidance. I'm the MOH for my best friend's wedding. There are two other bridesmaids, and a handful of other attendees that will likely be coming to the bachelorette party....

MrsD, Feb 4, 2019 7 1,152
Jessica
Food Truck Wedding
Jessica, on January 29, 2019 at 7:30 PM

We are having a Food Truck as our main caterer and we are looking at additional options for apps before. My fiance is insisting that he wants to hire servers to take the food from the food truck to...

Sammy, Feb 4, 2019 7 877
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Wedding etiquette for majority out of town guests and party
Christina, on February 3, 2019 at 2:17 AM

My finance are getting married in San Diego where we met and live now. Our families are in different states and the majority of our guests would be coming from 5 other states. So it would essentially...

Laura, Feb 3, 2019 8 2,440
Maricarmen
Is anyone having a “sign holder”?
Maricarmen, on December 9, 2018 at 10:35 AM

I was wondering if any of you ladies are having a sign holder walk down the aisle before you at the ceremony? If you are what are you calling them? How are you asking? I will be making boxes for my...

Elizabeth, Feb 1, 2019 13 1,669
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i don’t want to invite sisters long term boyfriend
Sarah, on February 1, 2019 at 1:06 PM

Hi everyone, Im stuck in a tough situation. My sister wants her long term boyfriend to attend my wedding .I do not want him there at all and either does my husband. They are together 8+ years and have...

Megan, Feb 1, 2019 12 1,070
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Seating arrangements - what’s a better seat? Closer to bar/dance floor or closer to bride-groom?
Am, on January 31, 2019 at 11:07 PM

Hi! Curious what you guys think is a “better” seat. Our reception hall is longer than it is wide. So the bride and groom are seated at a sweetheart table at the back of the room and the bar and dance...

HayMrsO, Feb 1, 2019 9 1,965
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