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M.M.
Has anyone’s groom demoted their best man?
M.M., on July 28, 2018 at 11:56 PM

My FH asigned his younger adult brother as his best man last year. I just found out he spoke with his brother about his bachelor party and the suit details. Well his brother told him he doesn’t have...

Emily, Jul 30, 2018 9 1,819
starsinwaves
Demoting a bridesmaid — here’s what not to do!!!
starsinwaves, on July 28, 2018 at 2:30 PM

Just saw this on Twitter and thought you all would get a kick out of it. Oh my goodness, don’t do this!

Priscilla, Jul 29, 2018 21 1,793
Allyson
Prematurely asked friend to be bridesmaid
Allyson , on July 28, 2018 at 10:11 PM

I was a bridesmaid in this particular friends wedding so as soon as I said yes I asked this friend to be a bridesmaid. To mr. It seems like she doesn't really care very much about the wedding, she...

xRApril, Jul 29, 2018 7 428
CountryRoads
Tanning Bed and Rings
CountryRoads, on July 27, 2018 at 9:47 PM

Is there any reason that I should NOT wear my ring in the tanning bed other than tan lines. I cant think of any, but wanted to make sure it wont damage the ring.

CountryRoads, Jul 29, 2018 15 3,564
RG3
No need to worry about stamp cancelling on invitation envelops
RG3, on February 18, 2018 at 5:57 PM

I did some research about mail cancelling when I was preparing to send ouf my invitations. I had no idea it was even a concern until I read an article suggesting to request the post office hand...

Allison, Jul 28, 2018 8 1,515
Cheryl&rock
Are we too old???
Cheryl&rock, on July 26, 2018 at 10:05 PM

I'm 67 and my FH is 60. Am I being foolish for having a wedding with the venue and all? I'm really starting to think as to why go to all the expenses when we're not young like most of you with a long...

CountryRoads, Jul 27, 2018 41 763
Stacey
Including stepson & gift
Stacey, on July 27, 2018 at 6:00 PM

My FH has a grown son. He turns 21 tomorrow! I've been in his life since he was 10 years old, and he is going to be a groomsman in the wedding. I would like to get him a meaningful gift and find a way...

Gonnabeaburch, Jul 27, 2018 5 172
B
Friend told unofficially told me I’d be a bridesmaid, but then never asked - feeling hurt.
Blaine, on July 25, 2018 at 6:34 AM

I feel mixed emotions of feeling hurt and trying to be logical because it’s not my day, but we can’t help how’s we feel right? So a friend of mine (whose fiancé is my husbands childhood best friend)...

K&M, Jul 27, 2018 29 3,627
nolegirl
Bad quality wedding video, how to talk to videographer
nolegirl, on July 22, 2018 at 5:18 PM

Hello all, So we got our wedding video back and... lets just say I cried the first time I watched it because it was so bad. I was so excited to get it back and I was filled with disappointment. I feel...

M&M Bride, Jul 27, 2018 10 2,662
Lola
Courthouse wedding before official wedding
Lola, on July 26, 2018 at 4:28 PM

My FH really wants us to get "married" at the courthouse asap, so that I can be on his insurance and for tax purposes. He doesn't want to tell anyone, he doesn't want us to wear wedding rings, he...

persimonefink, Jul 27, 2018 33 774
Ashley589
Would you include your groom's parent's names if your parents were hosting?
Ashley589, on April 29, 2016 at 1:58 PM

Confusing title I know.. Ordering invitations tomorrow and trying to figure out the wording. My parents are hosting so of course it starts with the traditional Mr. and Mrs. blah blah request the...

Stephanie, Jul 27, 2018 34 21,606
F
Gender Reveal Ideas for Reception?
FutureMrsTramp, on July 12, 2018 at 4:48 PM

I will be nearly 6 months pregnant with baby #2 at the wedding, (super excited!) and had the idea of maybe doing a gender reveal at the wedding!? I was thinking of maybe doing a balloon and confetti...

Love818, Jul 26, 2018 8 4,667
F
Demoting moh
FutureMrsTramp, on July 24, 2018 at 1:59 PM

So. Right now I have THREE maid of honors, my sister, a childhood friend, and a friend whom Ive known for roughly 2 years. As well as two Matron of Honors, and One Bridesmaid. I asked the third...

Kelly, Jul 25, 2018 30 917
Katherine
Son is walking me down the aisle......song advice at reception
Katherine, on July 29, 2017 at 4:19 AM

My dad passed away 20 years ago so my son (age 21) is walking me down the aisle. My question is the song choice at the reception that is typically bride/dad dance will be bride/son dance. Any...

Carmen, Jul 25, 2018 12 771
Kalyn
Guests who haven't Rsvp'd by the due date
Kalyn, on July 25, 2018 at 8:56 AM

Hi ladies! What's the etiquette for asking guests who haven't RSVP'd and the due date is here? Especially coworkers who I see every day? Thanks in advance!

earias, Jul 25, 2018 12 1,075
Amanda
Some people just dont get no babies at the wedding!
Amanda, on September 1, 2011 at 11:34 AM

My sister in law has a 6 month old baby girl who is cute. however, we have decided a no kids ceremony/reception for many reasons- the venue is on a mountain and kids could easily get hurt if they jump...

Mxm, Jul 25, 2018 52 2,026
P
Need your honest opinion- Would you sit on a picnic blanket?
Private User, on April 6, 2015 at 11:37 AM

We're thinking of having a picnic themed cocktail hour on the lawn facing our mansion. We will be having lawn games and the appetizer table will be set up with picnic baskets. I am thinking of having...

Trés, Jul 25, 2018 53 1,946
Nicole
Reception Invites after private ceremony
Nicole, on July 24, 2018 at 5:33 PM

Hello! My fiance and I are getting married in Barbados next May just the 2 of us. This isn't a surprise elopement but under certain circumstances it is the best option for us. We are however going to...

MrsV1027, Jul 25, 2018 12 698
Jovan
Bridal Shower Strippers?!
Jovan, on June 14, 2016 at 3:39 PM

My mom wants a stripper at my bridal shower and that is just not tasteful to me. I don't want strippers at all! And she doesn't understand why I am having a separate shower and bachelorette party. How...

BoozyBaker, Jul 25, 2018 33 4,110
MrsMelissaP
Using alcohol given at engagement party for your wedding
MrsMelissaP, on April 20, 2016 at 8:26 PM

My coworker was asked to bring a bottle of alcohol to the engagement party and in return, the bride is using all the alcohol at the wedding. Thoughts??

Dana, Jul 25, 2018 26 1,538
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