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Groom’s family refuses to buy/help with wedding flowers
Anita, on February 19, 2018 at 9:22 PM

My daughter is getting married and the grooms parents do not want to help with any flower costs. This leaves it up to her father & I (which is fine-obviously flowers need to be bought). My...

Marie, Feb 20, 2018 21 2,892
futuremrsrichardson
Forgot wedding website on Save the Date
futuremrsrichardson, on February 19, 2018 at 6:48 AM

Hi, I forgot to add my wedding website on my save the date because it was not ready when they were printed. My uncle owns a printing business so him & my aunt couldn’t wait to print the cards for...

PrincessLawrence, Feb 20, 2018 14 3,230
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How to deal with not local bridesmaids?
Samantha, on February 19, 2018 at 6:17 PM

Hi all, I just got engaged back in November but I haven't done much planning due to graduating in December. I have yet to ask my friends to be in my wedding yet, and I hope they will all say yes. My...

Brittany, Feb 20, 2018 12 3,863
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Why is it so hard for people to rsvp these days?
Sarah, on February 19, 2018 at 10:47 AM

I gave everyone two months to respond, I mainly gave that much time for those who have to make travel arrangements and take off of work and what have you so they weren't rushed in making a decision....

Emily, Feb 19, 2018 33 2,640
PrettyinPink
How To Be Polite When Second Makeup and Hair Trial...
PrettyinPink, on February 19, 2018 at 8:37 AM

So, I had my 2nd hair and makeup trial a couple weeks ago. My first one was pretty bad, but partially had to do with my unkempt eyebrows, my blotchy spray tan and a bunch of other things. My second...

Summer, Feb 19, 2018 25 2,713
lindseybee89
Does the groom show up at the shower?
lindseybee89, on February 18, 2018 at 11:25 PM

My MOH is planning a girls only bridal shower, my FH is going to have a men’s bbq that day. Is he supposed to go to the shower? I gave them a list of female guests with their relation so I’m assuming...

Andrea, Feb 19, 2018 14 10,912
Jennifer
Staying together the night before the wedding - anyone else?
Jennifer, on January 4, 2012 at 9:32 AM

So originally I was set on following tradition and having him sleep at his parents house the night before..... But after much worry and thinking and debating, I finally told FH that I want him to...

Brittany, Feb 19, 2018 37 3,595
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Super short engagement
Kristine, on February 17, 2018 at 8:26 PM

So I have read a few forums here and everyone seems to be very helpful so before my anxiety gets the better of me I thought this would be the best place to get some advice. Only close family and 2...

FutureMrsN, Feb 18, 2018 18 415
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Has anyone’s friendships changed since becoming engaged?
Noelle , on February 11, 2018 at 9:38 PM

I have a friend that I’ve been best friends with for 9 years. We met at the same time I met my FH since she has children with and used to be in a relationship with FH’s stepbrother. We were all close...

Dana, Feb 18, 2018 21 615
Callie Sue
In-laws and Thank You’s
Callie Sue, on February 17, 2018 at 10:11 PM

That moment when your extended in-laws get upset and call your MIL because you haven’t gotten your thank you notes out yet a month-and-a-half after the wedding and they haven’t received a phone call...

Cassandra7, Feb 18, 2018 20 2,672
Kimi
Removing someone from wedding party
Kimi, on February 16, 2018 at 9:52 PM

I need some wedding help from you all. I asked someone to officiate my wedding long ago. Problem is, they have proven to be.... eh, I guess you could say that they are just a little too much drama for...

Elizabeth, Feb 17, 2018 76 4,913
J+J 2018
Pre-wedding Photoshoot locations in Los Angeles
J+J 2018, on February 8, 2018 at 1:56 PM

Hey everyone, Do you have any suggestions for a photoshoot location? FH and I have already done our engagement pictures but our photographer also includes one so were going to take advantage of it and...

Liana, Feb 17, 2018 11 1,375
Lynn
Declining Wedding Gifts
Lynn, on January 14, 2018 at 7:53 AM

So I wanted to know would it be rude for me and my FH to only ask for money and gift cards for our wedding gifts. I say this because I know for weddings people like to buy china and house appliances...

K&M, Feb 17, 2018 67 4,305
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rsvp Postage Question
Rachel , on February 16, 2018 at 2:07 PM

We have a wedding website listed on our invitations with RSVP info, however I’m assuming only our friends will use that, so I am sending rsvp cards as well. I believe it’s proper etiquette to stamp...

Red Queen, Feb 16, 2018 15 1,418
FutureMrsM
Registry Blurb on Website
FutureMrsM, on February 16, 2018 at 11:58 AM

What's the best way to phrase the little blurb on the registry page of our website? We want to emphasize that we do not expect or need any gifts (but if people do want to gift we have registered at a...

Summer, Feb 16, 2018 10 4,692
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Changing Name Legalities
Nicole, on February 15, 2018 at 10:12 PM

Hi! I need some advice and the legalities of name change. We are getting married in October this year, however, due to starting school this summer and looking over financials, we are going to be...

FirstTimeMOB, Feb 16, 2018 14 410
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Attire Wording on the Invitation Insert
Jessica, on February 15, 2018 at 12:14 PM

Hi all! This is the first time I've posted on here and really need some help with wording. I'm having a small wedding at a restaurant on the water. The ceremony starts at 5pm and will have a reception...

P.F., Feb 16, 2018 11 4,033
ISaidHallYes
Dollar Dance Confusion!
ISaidHallYes, on February 15, 2018 at 9:52 AM

What does your version of the dollar dance look like? How does it work? I am curious how it differs around the world, cultures, and areas of the US and NOT whether you like them or not. Every wedding...

Megan, Feb 16, 2018 112 10,490
Jables
Father of the Bride/father of the Groom toast? ?
Jables, on February 13, 2018 at 9:51 PM

My fiancé and I are paying for the majority of our wedding but both sets of parents are contributing a generous but equal amount to our funds. Should we ask both the fathers if they wish to do a...

Joyce, Feb 15, 2018 8 330
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Pay for moms and mil makeup and hair?
Shannon, on February 14, 2018 at 8:25 AM

Both sides of parents have contributed quite a bit for our wedding. I'm not paying for bridesmaid hair and makeup but should I for the moms? They have done a lot financially but I don't want them to...

Joyce, Feb 15, 2018 14 2,808
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