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How did you save for the big day?
Sammie, on September 8, 2017 at 7:36 PM

We're thinking of using a joint savings account. Any other tips? Or smart ways to save money?

SAK2SAH, Sep 11, 2017 29 167
JJAF
Who gets flowers at the wedding?
JJAF, on September 10, 2017 at 3:24 PM

So far we're allotting for a bridal bouquet, bridesmaids bouquets, flower girl bouquet, boutonnieres for the groom, groomsmen, and ring bearer. Boutonnieres for my father and FFIL, and wrist corsages...

Jessica, Sep 10, 2017 18 2,117
FutureMrsG
You don't RSVP???
FutureMrsG, on September 10, 2017 at 2:01 PM

So it's been a while since I've posted, wedding plans were on hold until I graduated (Nurse Practitioner 8/19/17). Now I've started planning again and finally got my invites out in the mail. My future...

Rosered, Sep 10, 2017 9 229
Aspen
Mother in Law Mess
Aspen, on September 10, 2017 at 12:25 AM

Hi everyone! So I have only been engaged for two months, and I already get the sense that my fiance's mother is going to be a little too much to deal with. It all started with my fiance refusing to...

JustAnotherJessica, Sep 10, 2017 13 1,078
Samantha
Are those bathroom baskets necessary?
Samantha , on September 9, 2017 at 12:53 AM

I'm just watching my money fly away and I just feel like no one uses that stuff....

Shai, Sep 10, 2017 30 1,712
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Not invited to wedding/B-list
Andi, on September 9, 2017 at 6:09 PM

I'm not very familiar with weddings, but my oldest niece is getting married. I'm her only aunt. I've been at and gifted for every birthday, every graduation, and Christmas since she was born. The...

kelly, Sep 10, 2017 40 3,447
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Bridal Party Dates
Dee, on September 7, 2017 at 4:15 PM

So....had an interesting conversation with my MOH and a bridesmaid. They asked me to send them the shot list and timing for the day of, and I thought oh wow they want to help. Then said "oh we are...

Arlecia, Sep 10, 2017 21 946
Christina
Addressing Thank You Cards for a Bridal Shower
Christina, on September 10, 2017 at 8:50 AM

I am writing thank you cards for the shower and I am not sure how to address the envelopes. 1. I had a female only bridal shower. Do I send a thank you note to only the guest or do I send a thank you...

Sos0033, Sep 10, 2017 7 7,162
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Groomsman is out
Peggy, on September 9, 2017 at 4:28 PM

Well now we are short a groomsman. Due to a very BIG argument with my FH ex son in law he out of the wedding. Not sure if FH's granddaughter is going to be a bridesmaid since her dad is no longer in...

Mrs. Fall Bride, Sep 9, 2017 23 153
ViciousHamster
BAM! But felt kind of let down by the wedding
ViciousHamster, on September 9, 2017 at 9:55 AM

I just got married yesterday, and while I personally had a great time, I was bummed about how early a lot of the guests left. Some left without even saying goodbye or a thank-you. Leaving early if you...

Celia Milton, Sep 9, 2017 38 912
ShanaNicole
Bridal Shower Etiquette for Bride?
ShanaNicole, on January 13, 2017 at 4:14 PM

I feel so stupid right now. My very best friends organized my bridal Shower, which is this Sunday. What is the proper etiquette for me? Is there anything I am supposed to do?

abigailericroberts20, Sep 9, 2017 15 5,284
Nonna T
wth is "western formal"--please help a fogab out!
Nonna T, on September 8, 2017 at 9:43 AM

My stepson, who is getting married next August stopped over last night and changed my self proclaimed title of "smog" (step monster of the groom) to "fogab" (friend of the groom and bride) which is...

Emily, Sep 9, 2017 44 6,222
Jillian
So much NOPE in One RSVP Card
Jillian, on September 8, 2017 at 1:30 PM

Saw this on the local wedding group I just joined. Just nope nope nope. Everyone commenting loves it, I don't understand.

Talullah, Sep 9, 2017 37 1,752
Willbewilkins
Electronic RSVP's
Willbewilkins, on September 7, 2017 at 6:08 PM

The weddings I've been invited to ranged from super casual weddings with no formal RSVPs to formal weddings with fancy RSVP cards and others in between. I have no idea how people make it work with no...

Willbewilkins, Sep 8, 2017 23 316
Paige
Ways to keep my Maiden Name
Paige, on September 8, 2017 at 1:41 PM

Hey y'all! I'm looking for any opinions or personal experiences with keeping your maiden name and adding DH Last Name. I know I don't want to hyphenate, but I'd like to keep both names. I was thinking...

Meg, Sep 8, 2017 23 3,307
MissyB
How much do you give for a wedding gift?
MissyB, on September 8, 2017 at 7:32 AM

I'm going to my sorority sister's wedding this weekend along with FH. What is the appropriate amount to give as a gift? I Recently just started working so obviously I have my own bills/wedding to pay...

BookcaseHat, Sep 8, 2017 27 1,068
Jennifer
Well it happened, uninvited guest
Jennifer, on September 7, 2017 at 12:47 PM

Backstory: I have a sister who has not been a part of my life for over 10 years, she used to lived far away. She moved back to our area last year, and still had no contact with her. My brothers do....

Showtunes, Sep 8, 2017 45 209
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Father Daughter Dances - NOT country
Lauren, on September 6, 2017 at 10:05 PM

Is there any classic rock songs that might suffice??

Kelly, Sep 8, 2017 15 1,370
Lauren
Catholic Church Wedding
Lauren, on August 30, 2017 at 1:50 PM

Hi everyone! I am getting married in a Church (full Catholic mass) and am wondering if anyone has run into issues with their organist or someone else involved due to music. First, we have to pay our...

JJAF, Sep 8, 2017 24 236
Rebecca
I'm not sure if I'm invited..?
Rebecca, on September 7, 2017 at 3:15 PM

So I have had a friend since high school and we were super close. Didn't talk much throughout college just on and off. We are about to graduate college and we are now working at the same place...

TheWrightGirl, Sep 7, 2017 31 1,376
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