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Rachel
Can I have a Matron of Honor, Maid of Honor, AND Man of Honor?
Rachel, on November 15, 2016 at 11:03 AM

I have 3 friends I would like to make my attendants for the wedding. Can they all have these titles instead of Bridesmaid and Bridesman?

BecomingMrsOz, Nov 16, 2016 14 161
R
How do you cancel a vendor?
Renee, on November 15, 2016 at 8:42 PM

I have been planning a wedding for November 4th, 2017. In August, i found my venue and put a deposit of $800 down, so at the time, i was very serious about holding my wedding there. The...

Ashley M, Nov 15, 2016 6 1,113
NikNak
When To Reach Out to a Florist?
NikNak, on November 15, 2016 at 5:43 PM

I still have quite a ways to Wedding day, and while I know the venue/dj/band/photographer/videographer are all really important to book sooner as they book quickly. So I was curious, what is the best...

sanders4ever, Nov 15, 2016 8 124
Patricia
Rant- I don't want to invite my sister to my wedding
Patricia, on April 22, 2015 at 1:28 PM

I REALLY don't want to invite my sister to my wedding, and there are several reasons why. The most recent reason is she bailed on my engagement party because of "unresolved family issues with several...

spring 2017, Nov 15, 2016 29 3,959
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RSVP wording
Maria, on November 15, 2016 at 4:53 PM

How would you specify the number of guests invited? I've read many people that do not know about etiquette will still invite guests even though the invitation is addressed to certain guests. Is it...

Celia Milton, Nov 15, 2016 4 346
Taylor
Rehearsal dinner -- who pays?
Taylor , on November 15, 2016 at 1:56 PM

I am from the South originally and now live and am getting married in New England where my FH is from. I've always known for the groom's family to pay for the rehearsal dinner but I am not sure if...

E&M, Nov 15, 2016 18 919
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Flower budget in NY?
Meghan, on November 14, 2016 at 11:18 AM

Hey everyone. Wondering what is average budget to spend on flowers these days? The flowers would be in season for the wedding so I know that will cut costs. We have 10-12 tables and we are getting...

Katie, Nov 15, 2016 16 1,712
Lauren
Double wedding
Lauren, on November 13, 2016 at 10:10 PM

Has anyone ever been to or been involved in a double wedding? How did it play out? I am considering doing a double wedding with my sister but I am just thinking of all the ways it could go wrong. If...

Katie, Nov 15, 2016 35 250
Patrick
Etiquette on asking your Pastor/Priest to officiate
Patrick, on November 14, 2016 at 9:40 PM

Hi everyone, My FH and I will be married next September at our Church, and we're planning to ask the Rector to officiate. We of course plan to pay an honorarium, but I'm not sure at what point in the...

Katherine, Nov 15, 2016 4 9,183
TIFFANY
Extra wedding money please!
TIFFANY, on November 14, 2016 at 8:55 PM

I want to make some extra money for my wedding. I have been selling items on eBay which that money has been going towards the caterer. In what ways have you been making extra money? I need ideas

Kristin, Nov 15, 2016 39 442
xray12280
Champagne toast
xray12280, on November 14, 2016 at 10:11 AM

We are trying to decide if we want to have a champagne toast for all guests ($600), just parents table and us($45) or just us (free). We are having an open bar so folks can have their...

Meeeee, Nov 14, 2016 33 2,786
bb2017
Invite and welcome dinner
bb2017, on November 14, 2016 at 1:17 AM

Just wanted to make sure that the idea we have is a good one. We plan to add a weekend itinerary to the back of our invite. We are having a destinations wedding and my fmil wants to have a welcome...

bb2017, Nov 14, 2016 9 132
Stephanie
My Mom vs. Alcohol at the Wedding
Stephanie, on November 14, 2016 at 9:42 AM

My mom didn't want alcohol being served at the wedding at all. My family has issues with alcohol. Both of my grandfathers died due to their alcoholism. My dad has struggled with hard liquor but, can...

Caitlin, Nov 14, 2016 14 65
Koop
Pricing for catering
Koop, on November 13, 2016 at 10:45 AM

Just curious on average what people are spending for their catering? Are the tables and chairs included in price for the guests? Are they coming to set up & clean up after? We are looking to do buffet...

Page, Nov 14, 2016 39 1,208
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Outdoor winter wedding
Ashley, on November 12, 2016 at 2:40 PM

My dream has always been to get married in the snow. We've found a beautiful castle like mansion with the most amazing outdoor ceremony space! The reception would be indoors. So I guess my question...

OGJessieJV, Nov 14, 2016 55 629
futuremrsshapard
Chargers or No Chargers?
futuremrsshapard, on November 7, 2016 at 9:05 PM

Hi guys! So my MOH knows a guy that could rent us table linens, napkins, and gold charger plates for 750$. However I'm having to rent everything else from a local event store which my wedding...

annakay511, Nov 13, 2016 11 895
Taylor
Wedding Dress Shopping Etiquette
Taylor, on November 9, 2016 at 1:47 AM

Hi all! So, I'm finally going wedding dress shopping this Friday (eek!). I am super nervous. My mom, maid of honor, three bridesmaids, future mother-in-law and the woman who has been like a second...

Taylor, Nov 12, 2016 8 2,045
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Facebook bridal group
Taylor , on November 11, 2016 at 2:07 PM

Hello everyone! I was just wondering.... is a Facebook group for my bridal party in personal? I just wanted and easy was to post important times and information without waiting for them to check their...

Chelsea, Nov 12, 2016 16 143
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semi-private /private dinner
Melanie, on November 11, 2016 at 12:53 AM

My FH and I are having a DW at an all inclusive resort so food is included, our wedding package comes with semi private dining at one of the resort restaurants which ended up being there buffet due to...

Sarah, Nov 11, 2016 13 1,813
Amanda
Anyone been to or had a wedding with succulent favors?
Amanda, on November 8, 2016 at 4:10 PM

One of our ideas for a favor was a mini succulent, and our DOC thinks we should do those over the other ideas. I'm worried no one will take them though! She says people like them and usually take them...

Mrs.KatieK, Nov 11, 2016 41 1,694
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