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Vanessa
What are your thoughts on Jumping the Broom?
Vanessa, on July 7, 2017 at 11:52 AM

FH and I are trying to decide if we want to do this. Any thoughts? And those against it, have you thought of an alternative?

Crystal, Jul 9, 2017 41 2,121
cupcakecardinal
Help- Wedding Planning Motivation!
cupcakecardinal, on July 7, 2017 at 6:18 PM

I need help getting excited/motivated about wedding planning again. Last fall we started planning a wedding for 11/4/17. My mom's health was great! She was working full time despite having stage 4...

Becoming a Spraggins, Jul 9, 2017 10 68
weddingdiva2016
The Venetian in New Jersey
weddingdiva2016, on July 8, 2017 at 9:50 PM

I recently was invited to a wedding at the Venetian in New Jersey. I'm actually from New York and typically I would wear a knee length cocktail dress to a wedding. However, I've heard that this place...

TeamEJ2009, Jul 8, 2017 4 3,198
Kelsey
Found out bridesmaids aren't paying back my MOH for bachelorette related things, need advice
Kelsey, on July 7, 2017 at 4:55 PM

Before anyone loses their shit, I don't expect my 2 bridesmaids or my MOH to do anything for my wedding. I've bought all of their attire aside from their $32 dress (which actually only my MOH...

Nancy, Jul 8, 2017 11 816
Chrissy
Lasik Before or After Wedding?
Chrissy, on July 8, 2017 at 8:26 AM

I just went to the eye doctor yesterday and found out that Lasik is finally an option for me. My eyes are 20-600 and I've wanted to do the procedure for a very long time! The risk of going blind from...

Chanta, Jul 8, 2017 36 1,788
Bride2Be2018
Sweet way to ask Stepdad to walk me down the aisle?
Bride2Be2018, on July 8, 2017 at 1:58 PM

I am going to ask my Stepdad to walk me down the aisle. My Dad is not currently in the picture but I know he's still not expecting it. He's been just the most amazing person to me and I want to do...

NatHam, Jul 8, 2017 9 2,934
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Should I be upset for not getting invited to the bachelorette party of my future sister in law?
Ellen, on July 8, 2017 at 3:04 PM

I think I have a good relation with my future sister in law. I was involved in the planning of their wedding and we were asked to help with some aspects. I was not asked to be a bridesmaid which I...

BlueHenBride, Jul 8, 2017 2 268
Felicity
How to let guest know the wedding date has been rescheduled?
Felicity, on July 8, 2017 at 9:08 AM

Hi WW friends! I need etiquette advice. My FH was just offered a great position in corrections. Academy starts very soon and goes for 6 weeks. The wedding is in 33 days and is scheduled on Friday. The...

Heather, Jul 8, 2017 16 98
MrsCosmetobe
Tropical centerpiece ideas
MrsCosmetobe, on July 7, 2017 at 6:49 PM

I have been struggling with this. Does anyone have any ideas for Centerpieces that would be nice for a Tropical themed wedding?

MrsCosmetobe, Jul 8, 2017 10 159
Sarah
The Fiance's Parents inviting their friends to the wedding
Sarah, on July 7, 2017 at 6:04 PM

Ok so we are having the wedding at their house which has 10 acres. We have invite 100 guests. I just found out that the in-laws to be decided to let us know that they are inviting their friends to the...

ambrok, Jul 8, 2017 21 587
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Bride & groom staying together night before the wedding?
Crystal, on July 7, 2017 at 11:44 PM

Just wondering if brides believe in not staying or seeing the groom the night before the wedding? I don't see the big deal the night before the wedding! Now the day of the wedding is diff you should...

M, Jul 8, 2017 25 12,256 1
CoolKat
Zales Delima *UPDATE IN COMMENTS*
CoolKat, on July 5, 2017 at 2:27 PM

FH and I bought our wedding bands a few weeks ago from Zales. The ring FH wanted was only offered online so we went ahead and ordered it so we would have plenty of time to send it back and find a new...

LuckyAK, Jul 8, 2017 31 585
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How to List Guest Names on Seating Chart
Sarah, on July 7, 2017 at 7:34 PM

Hello! I am hoping to save space on my seating chart so that it isn't 100 feet long. If I had, say, 4 or 5 family members with the same last name and they are all seated at the same table, could I...

QueSeraSera, Jul 7, 2017 5 3,307
Lindsey
Bouquet toss but no garter toss / Alternatives to them
Lindsey, on July 7, 2017 at 3:11 AM

I always loved the bouquet toss at weddings, although I have never been successful at catching it. However I think the Garter toss is a little to risque and I feel like some people may be...

Natalie, Jul 7, 2017 32 490
Lauren
Do I invite my dad's girlfriend to my bridal shower?
Lauren, on July 7, 2017 at 12:44 PM

So my parents have been divorced for a long time...maybe 15 years. My mom is remarried and my dad just starting dating someone about 8-9 months ago. My mom and FMIL are hosting my bridal shower in a...

Lauren, Jul 7, 2017 6 322
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Bachelorette Party Advice - Should I invite my future sister in law
Mary, on July 7, 2017 at 10:25 AM

So my future sister in law previously had a substance abuse problem. This is before I met her - and to be honest, we are not close at all. I'm concerned as this is supposed to be a night I can let...

Choua, Jul 7, 2017 10 380
Sydney
Hurt feelings: Not a bridesmaid & looking for advice
Sydney, on July 6, 2017 at 5:42 PM

Hey, everyone! I am looking for some outside advice because my feelings have been hurt over being excluded from a good friend’s bridal party. I have never planned a wedding and know a lot of decisions...

LibraryBelle, Jul 7, 2017 54 10,699
mmbrake28
Worried my venue is too bright??
mmbrake28, on July 6, 2017 at 9:51 AM

So long story short, I fell in love with my venue because of the brick walls, wooden floors/beams, and all the beautiful windows. I'm having a garden-esque wedding so just picture it with lots of lush...

Brenda, Jul 7, 2017 24 985
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Sister not attending wedding
Tera, on July 6, 2017 at 4:46 PM

We chose to do a small venue and invite adults only. My sister (who already doesn't like me) was hurt by my decision since her two children are "not welcome." She responded "no" the the RSVP because...

Alyssachu, Jul 7, 2017 28 6,155
Amarriedmann
Is a seating chart necessary?
Amarriedmann, on July 6, 2017 at 11:16 PM

Hi all! I'm new to WW. Was wondering if a seating chart is a must? Expecting about 75 people. No one has beef with anyone else and most guests are the types that have never met a stranger. Is it...

NewlyMrsLachney, Jul 7, 2017 21 824
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