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MerBeltran
We're eloping. Can/should we register?
MerBeltran, on November 9, 2017 at 8:47 AM

We've decided to skip the fanfare and just get married by ourselves. We probably will have a reception/party some time afterward. Would it be tacky to create a registry?

P.F., Nov 9, 2017 20 2,465
K
Guests not receiving invitations?
KZP1021, on October 20, 2017 at 1:16 PM

We have already heard from 2 close family members that they have not received an invitation to the wedding. I am 100% certain I made out invitations to all of our guests and meticulously documented...

anna, Nov 9, 2017 8 3,353 1
Elite
Which wedding band would match with this ring (twisted shank)????
Elite, on November 8, 2017 at 8:48 AM

I lovvvveeeee this ring and intend to get it in a 0.4 ct diamond center (might upgrade later). I have looked everywhere and I have not found anything else exactly like it. So, this is the one....

Elite, Nov 9, 2017 20 2,093
Christina
Tips for unplugged wedding
Christina, on November 7, 2017 at 12:38 AM

I went to a wedding last May and noticed everyone was in the aisle taking pictures and it ruined the professional photos. After that, i decided I was going to have a phone free wedding ceremony. What...

Windows, Nov 8, 2017 50 485
TealWedding
Stock the Bar Party
TealWedding, on November 8, 2017 at 12:24 AM

I was just invited to a housewarming party and on the invitation it says "help us stock the bar". Is this normal for a housewarming? Do I bring booze? I'd rather bring something I know my friend could...

Munchkin9218, Nov 8, 2017 18 1,074
Jillian
Question - Thank You Note to One Recently Widowed
Jillian, on November 7, 2017 at 6:52 AM

Hey WW --- We got married two Sundays ago (10/29) and it was amazing (BAM to be posted soon). I'm almost done with my thank you notes, but I've got a bit of a difficult situation that Google hasn't...

Kate, Nov 8, 2017 7 520
Cait
Getting Rid of Old Bridesmaid Dress - Would That Upset You?
Cait, on November 7, 2017 at 1:29 PM

My friend's wedding is over and done with and I'd like to get rid of the dress I wore as her bridesmaid. There's nothing wrong with it, per se, but it's just not something I'd ever wear again. Would...

Amy, Nov 7, 2017 59 2,807
Kelly
BRIDAL PARTY WALKING TOGETHER OR NO
Kelly, on November 7, 2017 at 5:38 PM

Did y'alls bridal party walk down the aisle together? The past few weddings I've been to the groomsmen are already standing beside the groom and the bridesmaids walk alone coming in and then they walk...

Mrsp, Nov 7, 2017 8 115
Monica
Park entrance is free invitiation wording
Monica, on November 7, 2017 at 8:51 AM

I had my initiations all set to order last week, but then I was reminded that I should probably put something on my invites about our park entrance being provided (usually it's a park that you have to...

Juliet, Nov 7, 2017 13 561
Casey
Small traditional cake AND sheet cake?
Casey, on November 7, 2017 at 8:50 AM

My FH has celiac, and needs gluten free cake. Gluten free cakes are usually more expensive than regular cakes (the flours cost a lot more), and we're having about 150 guests. Would it be reasonable to...

Heather, Nov 7, 2017 17 682
FutureMrsMcAfee
NYE Wedding Pros/Cons
FutureMrsMcAfee, on November 7, 2017 at 10:44 AM

Hello all, I've always wanted a NYE wedding but now that I''m starting to plan I'm starting to have doubts . What are some pros and cons of having a holiday wedding ?

Christy, Nov 7, 2017 34 2,291
Ania
Tipping your photography for engagement session
Ania, on November 7, 2017 at 2:13 PM

Hello, We have an upcoming engagement session and we are not sure if we should tip our photographer. I did try Google and I get mixed answers. Also, how much do you tip? Do you do after the session or...

Ania, Nov 7, 2017 10 2,791
LaTasha
Hostess for Reception
LaTasha , on November 7, 2017 at 3:10 AM

Hello! I was wondering if anyone else is having or had a host help guests find their tables and if so, how did everything flow? Did you just give him or her a list to go by? How did you handle guests...

Celia Milton, Nov 7, 2017 11 952
Rachelxoxo
How long of a drive is considered OOT guest?
Rachelxoxo, on November 7, 2017 at 1:12 PM

Just like the title says... How long of a drive is considered an OOT guest?

FutureHennigan, Nov 7, 2017 21 808
Happy Hedgie
Courthouse Wedding or Intimate Celebration?
Happy Hedgie, on November 7, 2017 at 11:59 AM

Hello all, I'm so torn right now and need help deciding what to do. I'd love to hear your thoughts and to know if any one who has had a courthouse wedding has regretted it. FH and I had been planning...

M, Nov 7, 2017 13 440
Bulbasaur
No Vegetarian Options - Vent
Bulbasaur, on November 6, 2017 at 11:52 AM

A friend of mine is having BBQ for their reception. My fiance and I are vegetarian, but were told that those types of meal options weren't considered but we can bring our own food. Does this bother...

Amanda, Nov 7, 2017 66 770
NikNak
Cricut DIY - Thoughts?
NikNak, on November 6, 2017 at 10:43 AM

So last week I started a DIY project that I've been eagerly planning. FH and I wanted a mirror welcome sign, so I thought I'd use my cricut and some vinyl to bring it to life. Oh boy, was I unprepared...

NikNak, Nov 7, 2017 18 211
Laura
Did you bring/wear your engagement ring and wedding band on your honeymoon?
Laura, on November 6, 2017 at 2:40 PM

Yes or No!

SpringBride2018, Nov 7, 2017 24 1,628
E
Siblings in Wedding Party
ElleBee, on November 6, 2017 at 10:11 PM

I have 2 younger brothers that I am not particularly close with, and neither is my fiance. I didn't want to force him to have them as groomsmen, so they aren't in the wedding party. My fiance's...

ET, Nov 7, 2017 11 242
Ruth
How to de-bridesmaid a friend?
Ruth, on November 7, 2017 at 7:37 AM

Okay, I had asked my close friend to be a bridesmaid last month. She's been there through everything with me and my FH. However, on a recent trip with my family (she joins us on her bday) she kind of...

Kristin, Nov 7, 2017 35 311
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