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Anne
Is it rude to only invite some people's children?
Anne, on September 23, 2016 at 9:19 AM

So I have a dilemma..FH's family is HUGE and my family is not quite as large. I would really love to invite the children of my cousins (who are travelling from out of state so their children kind of...

Jennifer, Oct 4, 2017 32 4,734
Sara
Tipping question - hair & makeup trials
Sara, on October 3, 2017 at 6:56 PM

For hair and makeup trials, do you tip as if it were a regular appt? Just trying to plan ahead! Thanks y'all!

Future Mrs M, Oct 4, 2017 20 5,257
Teresa
How long did you wait for photos & videos?
Teresa, on October 4, 2017 at 12:52 PM

Hi everyone, how long did it take for your photographer and videographer to get your wedding photos and videos back to you? We hired a company to do engagement, photobooth, and wedding photo & video....

Teresa, Oct 4, 2017 3 1,633
Future Mrs. 27
Paying $$ for a Cake Tasting?
Future Mrs. 27, on March 4, 2015 at 8:24 PM

Did you have to pay money when you went for your cake tasting? I have never heard of this until today so I am just curious if this is the norm.

Tyler, Oct 4, 2017 37 2,565
FromOToP
Save The Dates... for reception only?
FromOToP, on October 3, 2017 at 8:50 PM

Hey all! I can't find any recent threads, or many that touch on this topic. FH and I are getting married in a private ceremony with immediate family only, with a large reception to follow. When we go...

FromOToP, Oct 4, 2017 5 457
Bridget
Friday or saturday wedding?!
Bridget, on October 2, 2017 at 4:46 PM

Hey all I need your help! My FH doesnt care which day we go with and i'm having some trouble! We finally found our venue! we put down the deposit on wednesday, but the venue is 3500 itself for friday...

Bridget, Oct 4, 2017 55 981
Brenda
Real napkins and plastic serveware
Brenda, on October 3, 2017 at 3:36 PM

What are everyone's thoughts on cloth napkins with plastic plates and utensils?

Ruffian, Oct 4, 2017 22 2,547
PBiazinha
Bilingual ceremony/reception advice
PBiazinha, on October 2, 2017 at 8:59 PM

Hey all! Has anyone planned a bilingual wedding when the majority of the guests does not speak/understand the other language? I am feeling so sad thinking that my mother and uncle/aunt won't be able...

PBiazinha, Oct 3, 2017 11 135
J
Honoring Deceased Relatives
J, on April 11, 2011 at 4:46 PM

Hi All, I had wanted to do something special to honor my wonderful grandmother, who has been gone for 8 yrs the end of this month. I was wondering if anyone had any ideas or anything special they're...

Wendy, Oct 3, 2017 13 414
chelseaqueen
Escort cards AND place cards...too much?
chelseaqueen, on October 2, 2017 at 1:33 PM

Originally we were going to have just escort cards, letting people know which table to sit and and they can pick a spot. I've always been under the impression people are adults and can seat...

Cassidy, Oct 3, 2017 14 177
A
Is a year and a half too long to wait to get married?
Amanda, on September 29, 2017 at 12:11 AM

I got engaged back in June and life has been crazy since. My grandmother passed away and my family has kind of been in limbo. I had originally wanted a July or September wedding next year but...

Bridget, Oct 3, 2017 92 3,349
N
First look
Norma, on October 2, 2017 at 10:37 AM

Our photographer is included in our venue package. Just got off the phone with him. He asked about the first look. I know it's popular. But I've always loved the grooms reaction when the bride first...

Bridget, Oct 3, 2017 53 274
M
Maid of Honor being distance and avoiding anything wedding related
Mikaela, on October 1, 2017 at 12:24 AM

I asked my best friend of 7 years to be my MOH while on a trip I took her on for her bday. I refrained from talking about the wedding as much as I could and only mentioned it when we were having tasty...

JDSquared, Oct 2, 2017 26 1,026
F
Skipping the ceremony and only attending the reception
FlyingFox, on September 29, 2017 at 9:27 AM

Hi - I have been invited to attend an upcoming wedding. The issue is the ceremony is at 10am in one city (an hour away from where I live) and the reception is at 6pm in another city in the opposite...

falkenmarried, Oct 2, 2017 96 5,406
Riggs18
DJ or no DJ
Riggs18, on October 1, 2017 at 11:26 PM

Whk hasn't or plans to not have a DJ at their reception? Did it go okay? And what are some tips and tricks for not having one? Should we create a playlist and just let it role?

Meagen, Oct 2, 2017 24 5,076
Ashley
Limiting in-laws guest list
Ashley, on September 28, 2017 at 11:02 PM

Hi everyone. What is the proper way to limit the in-laws guest list. My FMIL gave us a list of people which nearly doubled our guest list. My side of the family includes my parents (I have two sets my...

fw2L210, Oct 2, 2017 29 2,671
S
Is there etiquette on gifting less for weddings with no meal? How much would you gift in this situation?
Scarlett, on October 2, 2017 at 11:09 AM

I know the pay for plate rule is outdated, but I am set to attend a morning wedding, and was just told there will be no formal meal served (just light appetizers) and drinks (just mimosas and...

Leeann, Oct 2, 2017 43 3,988
Trevor
Friend assuming she will be bridesmaid
Trevor, on October 2, 2017 at 8:08 AM

Has anyone had this situation before? How did you approach it? So I have a friend who I am close to and I have informed her about my upcoming wedding details as she will be travelling from the UK to...

Trevor, Oct 2, 2017 13 842
Nancy
How old is too old to be a flower girl?
Nancy, on September 30, 2017 at 11:16 PM

I'm having all my children and grandchildren in our wedding party. My granddaughters will be 19 13 11 and 7. Is the 7 year old too old to be a flower girl or should she be a junior bridesmaid and...

AD2AP, Oct 2, 2017 39 10,911
Monica
Bridal Party Plus 1 Rehearsal Dinner
Monica, on October 2, 2017 at 9:15 AM

Did you give your bridal party plus ones for your rehearsal dinner? We are trying to book a venue for our dinner and getting a rough headcount/price, I originally assumed yes, but for the wedding I am...

Mrs. Fall Bride, Oct 2, 2017 11 199
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