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FutureMrs.G
Bloominous for flowers?
FutureMrs.G, on November 14, 2015 at 7:18 PM

After looking at florists, we've pretty much determined we'll have to do DIY flowers for the wedding. We simply cannot afford a florist (and I even thought our flower budget was generous...). I've...

Savannah, Mar 5, 2018 9 654
Monica
Is a 2 hour distance too far for a wedding?
Monica, on March 4, 2018 at 9:49 AM

My fiance and I have been looking at what seems like a thousand barn venues and unfortunately they have all been either very expensive or will not hold the number of guests we would like (for both...

NVV2B, Mar 5, 2018 35 10,534 2
Erinn & Tom
2nd marriage, i want to get my adult son's a gift
Erinn & Tom, on February 27, 2018 at 9:02 AM

I am getting remarried in November (I've been divorced for 14 years). I raised my 3 son's on my own, they are now 21 and 18 year old twins. I will be having all 3 of them walk me down the isle... my...

joey, Mar 5, 2018 12 3,814 1
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Alcohol calculator - how much?
SL, on March 5, 2018 at 8:32 AM

Does anyone know of a good formula or website calculator for how much alcohol to provide? I understand that obviously I know my crowd best and it depends on how heavy drinkers they are and how long...

SL, Mar 5, 2018 4 1,704
AugustBride
Aliexpress.com?
AugustBride, on February 23, 2018 at 11:21 AM

Has anyone made any purchases from this website? I keep hearing mixed reviews.

joey, Mar 5, 2018 11 361
Wedding exactly one year after death in the family
Cindy, on March 4, 2018 at 9:22 PM

So here’s the situation: my cousin passed away this week. He had been sick for some time and in hospice for over a year, so it was expected and the family is somewhat relieved that it’s over and he’s...

Anna, Mar 5, 2018 8 1,360
Amanda
Best bridesmaids gift you still use or love
Amanda , on March 4, 2018 at 6:13 PM

My two little sisters(25 & 22) and best friend(31) are going to be my bridesmaids. My budget is $80-$100 for each. I am wanting to do the robe and Jammie set, with a makeup or tote...

GoodMOB, Mar 5, 2018 16 3,325
Stacey
Website wording for tricky travel details
Stacey, on March 3, 2018 at 10:56 PM

We are getting married in a small tourist city during their busiest time of year. We want to use our website to let our guests know that traffic can be heavy, and to allow extra time for that &...

Stephanie, Mar 5, 2018 3 263
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Best email based invitations that can also direct your wedding website
Cassandra, on February 13, 2018 at 7:46 PM

Hello ladies, I plan on sending out email invites to most people. I'd like to use a website that allows me to advertise my wedding website since that is where all of the information is including the...

Cassandra, Mar 4, 2018 4 434
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Do you have to invite the spouse?
Raelynn, on March 4, 2018 at 9:52 AM

My MOH is in a very emotionally abusive relationship. She's lived with us, separated from her husband, for weeks at a time. Unfortunately, she is back with him now. He has outright stated his dislike...

rica, Mar 4, 2018 12 418
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What to do about a bad tasting?
Chris, on March 3, 2018 at 5:44 PM

Looking for some advice here. We just had the tasting with our venue's on-site required caterer and the food was pretty bad. We are a little less than six months out from our wedding, does anyone have...

Chris, Mar 4, 2018 4 356
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Late Entry Groomsmen
Hannah, on March 4, 2018 at 1:35 AM

Quick background story: I am 22, my FH is 21. My FH has a really good friend that is 32. He has 2 kids and a busy life, so we don't see them often but love our time when we do. He talked about having...

Ashley, Mar 4, 2018 7 1,094
Carol
i don’t want to make my mom mad....
Carol, on March 1, 2018 at 12:19 PM

My mom and I are pretty close- I’m her only daughter so this planning has been fun to her. While we are close, she is very... strong willed I guess I could say? When she wants something everyone else...

happeningmom, Mar 4, 2018 24 1,706
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Help!! Groom had a falling out with family!
Rebecca, on March 1, 2018 at 10:03 PM

My finance had a falling out with his family and now does not want them to attend the wedding, including extended family and family friends. However, I've already sent them STDs, about two months ago!...

Rebecca, Mar 3, 2018 11 1,502
Rachel
Major vent- Fiancée keeps changing his mind
Rachel, on March 2, 2018 at 7:55 PM

Let me begin this post by saying how much I love my fiancée, how supportive he is, how hard he has worked to help plan this wedding, and how the majority of the time we are on the same page. But dear...

GoodMOB, Mar 3, 2018 20 1,937
MrsPope
Selfie sticks or Photo booth
MrsPope, on September 14, 2015 at 1:04 PM

This is my 3rd post of the day so don't stone me haha! Would you prefer a selfie stick as a favor (appropriate for my guests) or a photo booth? I've attended many weddings that had photo booths, but...

mimi, Mar 3, 2018 56 750
Samantha
How do you handle bridesmaid drama.
Samantha, on January 5, 2018 at 10:54 AM

I have a friend who I asked to be a bridesmaid(she like begged) and I has asked her to please not have a crazy hair color for my wedding she typically has super Red(like candy apple red hair) it...

Alejandra, Mar 3, 2018 102 5,447
Future Mrs.
Double sided invitations
Future Mrs. , on March 2, 2018 at 2:12 PM

My invitations will be double sided, ceremony info on front and reception and the rainy day plan on the back. Should I make a small note at the bottom of the front side saying "please see reverse" or...

The Nuptials, Mar 2, 2018 5 666
georgiabride2018
rsvp Date’s too late - How should i handle this?
georgiabride2018, on March 1, 2018 at 12:19 PM

We sent out our invitations and RSVP cards but it turns out that my parents need to know who’s attending three weeks earlier than the date indicated on the RSVP card. How would you handle it at this...

MrsMcK, Mar 2, 2018 51 2,203
Stephanie
Thank You Note Etiquette - Groom's Help
Stephanie, on March 1, 2018 at 6:45 PM

I'm finishing up with my thank you notes from my shower a little over a week ago and a few of the gifts were from my FH's family members/friends. My sweet groom has been asking about things he can do...

Mary, Mar 2, 2018 15 1,162
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