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Anna
More bickering as we get closer to the wedding...
Anna, on July 17, 2017 at 6:34 PM

So, between the stress of the wedding planning, working, and the usual day to day stuff, I have definitely noticed more bickering about really stupid stuff as we get closer to the wedding dates. Our...

Anna, Jul 28, 2017 38 1,992
IdahoBride
Daddy-daughter dance/ walk down aisle
IdahoBride, on July 27, 2017 at 10:25 PM

My dad and I aren't very close but I am semi close with my step dad. He hasn't been around my whole life about since I was 14 or so. My bio dad is a nice guy but an alcoholic who really didn't put to...

TealWedding, Jul 27, 2017 2 131
BrideBelle
No one RSVPs anymore?!
BrideBelle, on July 27, 2017 at 4:10 PM

I sent out RSVP cards with the invitation, & I also gave the option of RSVPing on our wedding website. We have had 4 people actually RSVP.. but when I see people out in public or they're texting me...

WED18, Jul 27, 2017 23 1,361
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Coworker RSVP :/
Rejie, on July 27, 2017 at 2:08 AM

Hello! I'm in a dilemma and not really sure how to go about this. I invited about three coworkers and their SO's to my wedding. On the invitation it specifically said their names. Well I got the rsvp...

Ciera, Jul 27, 2017 31 1,636
Liesl
Guest List- Inviting Cousins issue
Liesl, on July 27, 2017 at 10:17 AM

When my FH and I made our guest list we picked those we care about and have a list of 110 people (about 50/50 for Bride vs. Groom). We selected a venue that we fell in love with even though it was a...

Talullah, Jul 27, 2017 22 5,228
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Brother won't come to wedding
Allison, on July 27, 2017 at 12:10 PM

My brother told my mother and I that he and his family can't come to my wedding because traveling with their one year is a hassle and it wouldn't be fun for them to attend the wedding if they had to...

OctobersVeryOwn, Jul 27, 2017 18 8,139
Jameena
What advice would you give to a couple planning their wedding now?
Jameena, on July 19, 2017 at 7:23 PM

Let's hear it!

MrsVoegs17, Jul 27, 2017 43 1,277
Bride2B2017
30 days until the big day!!! Any advice?
Bride2B2017, on July 26, 2017 at 7:17 PM

So I think we have just about everything done. Vendors are booked and paid for, linens ordered, RSVPs are all in except for one of the groomsman ghosting- maybe he will turn up! Other then that, I'm...

Sheri, Jul 27, 2017 5 67
Jennifer
Do you get a gift for your usher?
Jennifer, on July 26, 2017 at 7:57 PM

Our usher is our pastor's son. He will be at the rehearsal dinner, which is when we are giving out thank you gifts. Should he get one? What would you get him? We honestly don't know him very well. His...

OHP, Jul 26, 2017 7 2,098
HeatherS
How do I handle telling my dad he's not invited if it gets brought up?
HeatherS, on July 25, 2017 at 12:04 PM

Awhile back, I posted asking for advice on telling my dad he isn't walking me down the aisle and you all helped tremendously! As I've stated in other posts, my FH and I have recently decided to ditch...

HeatherS, Jul 26, 2017 31 2,151
Ann
Videographer regrets
Ann, on July 26, 2017 at 1:41 PM

Hey all. Just curious...did anyone regret not having a videographer at their wedding?

K, Jul 26, 2017 26 317
Paige
What does cocktail hour include?
Paige, on July 26, 2017 at 4:57 PM

Is cocktail hour just drinks and snacks before the dinner? Or is it something more than that? And what is the etiquette? Thanks!

Paige, Jul 26, 2017 9 950
Deanna
Dress Shopping Tomorrow/Anxious
Deanna, on July 14, 2017 at 4:09 PM

I'm going to try on dresses tomorrow and I'm honestly freaking out. I am excited but I also have anxiety about the whole process and I think it's because it's really starting to hit that this wedding...

Winter Bride, Jul 26, 2017 18 2,220 1
Cait
Bridal Shower... with no registry?
Cait, on July 26, 2017 at 11:45 AM

I'm really struggling with this one. My FSIL (my brother's future wife) is having a bridal shower in several weeks out of state. She sent out the invitations four weeks before the event and didn't...

Rachel, Jul 26, 2017 20 4,941
Sparky_B
Bridal Shower Awkwardness
Sparky_B, on July 26, 2017 at 11:36 AM

My bridal shower is this coming Sunday and I'm very excited! However, it just hit me with how awkward is it to make a registry so people buy you stuff? But then I thought about how I LOVE going to...

Ashli, Jul 26, 2017 14 856
Maria
Invite high school sweethearts?
Maria, on July 26, 2017 at 10:56 AM

We've decided to have a mostly adult wedding with family teenagers invited. In my case only two or three teens will be invited. My teenage cousin seems to have a serious boyfriend from what I see on...

Kristen, Jul 26, 2017 14 92
K
RSVP's sending more than the number allowed
Kenneth, on July 25, 2017 at 8:34 AM

Not sure what to do here. Looking for advice. We are having a small intimate wedding. 160 invited, 135 at the end of the day are showing up. All my first cousins got a plus 1. Unfortunately my cousins...

Lauren, Jul 26, 2017 20 143
K
Step-father Daughter Dance Song Ideas?! Help!!
Katlyn, on July 26, 2017 at 12:12 PM

I want to recognize my step-father at my wedding and I want to dance with him to a special song, I know it would make his day! However I'm having a hard time finding a song that speaks to me. I don't...

Mandi, Jul 26, 2017 1 547
Sarah
Catholic Church Ceremony- Dress Question
Sarah, on January 30, 2017 at 11:34 AM

Hi all, Happy Monday! I have a quick question about how modest/immodest is appropriate for a Catholic Church. I'm born and raised Catholic and I know they don't like bare shoulders. Do you think...

Mya, Jul 26, 2017 20 15,408
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Blusher veil at 2nd wedding
Scott, on July 25, 2017 at 1:48 PM

Hello! I am getting married for the 2nd time next year. It's my Fiancés first wedding and he really wanted me to wear a veil so he can lift it. I know generally speaking people say not to do this for...

Vanessasaurus, Jul 26, 2017 12 324
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