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Katherine
Bad luck to take the Groom Dress Shopping?
Katherine, on July 30, 2015 at 2:29 AM

I'm currently debating with my coworkers. I am going dress shopping with my MOH this Friday and am planning on taking my FH with me. I don't feel like there is any issue with that. However, both of my...

Kate, Jul 30, 2015 27 5,233
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Makeup artist Vendor
Vandana, on July 30, 2015 at 4:19 PM

Hi ladies, I need advice on how to word something in an email to my previous makeup artist I had booked but now need to cancel my makeup and hair for wedding & reception. I am unhappy with the...

Bethyonce, Jul 30, 2015 1 124
Midwest May
How early should guests arrive?
Midwest May, on July 30, 2015 at 11:15 AM

I usually try to arrive 15 min before the time on the invite. But I've heard some crazy stories lately about people showing up an hour or more before the ceremony time. I'm kinda worried about it...

Future Mrs. Shermist, Jul 30, 2015 13 17,464
Rachel777
Save-The-Date but no invite?
Rachel777, on July 29, 2015 at 4:54 PM

So I'm getting married next year, but my question is actually about a friend's upcoming wedding. I received the Save-The-Date several months ago, and the wedding is now just one month away on August...

Heather, Jul 29, 2015 14 1,983
Emma
Catholic vs. non-religious wedding
Emma, on July 29, 2015 at 5:41 PM

My fiancé's family is Catholic, and they really want us to have a Catholic ceremony. We are both atheists and I really DO NOT want to get married in a church. I need advice on how to keep the peace...

Finally mrs.jkr, Jul 29, 2015 23 821
mrsrussell
Thank you speech from Bride & Groom
mrsrussell, on July 29, 2015 at 4:54 PM

I have been to a couple weddings this summer and the bride/ groom have listed the people that had helped out with their wedding. I myself kind of thought it was rude... especially when I was sitting...

, Jul 29, 2015 6 356
K
Help! Bridesmaid dress issue
Kimberly, on June 19, 2015 at 6:26 AM

I'm getting married Sept 19, 2015. I haven't been stressed out, until now. My bridesmaids had to order their dresses by April (the latest). My MOH stepped up to make sure all of my ladies had their...

Possum, Jul 29, 2015 25 1,008
Laura
Prime Rib or Pot Roast
Laura, on July 29, 2015 at 12:12 PM

We are having cocktail hour and so far serving two hor d'oeuvres for approx. 250 people which doesn't seem to be enough. We will also server a salad prior to the main course. To add more appetizers in...

Nancy Taussig, Jul 29, 2015 18 2,700
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Spin off: What do you think is "okay" to post on social media regarding the wedding?
VWCat, on July 28, 2015 at 8:37 PM

Do you have rules about what you will and will not post on social media regarding your wedding/relationship? In my book, the only things that are "okay" to post on social are 1) when you get engaged,...

Maria, Jul 29, 2015 53 1,795
Maria
How Would You Uninvite Someone Who Invited Themselves??
Maria, on July 29, 2015 at 11:15 AM

The good thing is that our wedding is over a year away and there's still time! But there's this lady at work who pretty much invited herself and her husband to our wedding. She's a nice enough person,...

Maria, Jul 29, 2015 11 1,763
jenna
Alcohol During the Wedding Ceremony
jenna, on July 28, 2015 at 2:07 PM

We have an outdoors weeding I was thinking because the bar at the reception would be cash only, and not outside alcohol is allowed, what if we served Champagne and Strawberries before the ceremony...

Nancy Taussig, Jul 29, 2015 17 2,703
Patricia
Flower girl Drama?
Patricia, on July 28, 2015 at 4:51 PM

My MOH has a young daughter (4 years old). She asked me if I had anyone I mind to be a flower girl. I felt like I was put on the spot so being the people pleaser I am I said" I'm thinking your...

Ms2Mrs, Jul 28, 2015 12 98
carriemichelle
Reason you chose your wedding date?
carriemichelle, on July 26, 2015 at 4:43 AM

First off, I'm brand new to this site. And secondly, this site is a GODSEND!!!! Okay, so I know there are many people out there who have chosen their wedding date for various special reasons. I'm...

Wendy, Jul 28, 2015 72 68
M&SC
Fishing for invites
M&SC, on July 24, 2015 at 9:41 AM

This morning I woke up to a text from a coworker that I'm not that good of friends with saying, "You better invite me to your wedding!" She not joking. That's just her very forward personality. She is...

Private User, Jul 27, 2015 23 634
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South FL venue allowing outside catering, dogs, & a nice view?! HELP
Danie V., on July 27, 2015 at 1:11 PM

I am having the hardest time finding a venue that accommodates our needs. Outside catering allowed Pet friendly At or under 2k for venue rental Not a ballroom or a banquet hall Nice view Is this too...

Danie V., Jul 27, 2015 5 279 1
Sarah
Gifting under parents name
Sarah, on July 27, 2015 at 2:50 PM

Hi all, I will soon be attending my cousin's wedding along with my parents. My question is, when (age/life event) do guests typically start giving their own gifts (and not being "covered" under their...

Kathryn, Jul 27, 2015 18 2,033
GrayCatVintage
Corsage drama.
GrayCatVintage, on July 26, 2015 at 12:24 PM

About a month ago I made a post about if corsages were necessary - everyone agreed they were old fashioned. Well, since then my mom has INSISTED that since I made bouts for the men, I MUST have...

MrsA, Jul 27, 2015 31 2,358
Beka82
Does anyone know any Portuguese (European) Wedding Traditions?
Beka82, on July 23, 2015 at 10:29 PM

My Fiancees' parents moved from the Azores when they were young and met in America. I wanted to honor them by adding some Portuguese traditions? I am already including some music with the DJ. Thanks...

FutureMrs.Kasper, Jul 27, 2015 4 1,384
Elizabeth
Gift for future mother-in-law
Elizabeth, on May 26, 2013 at 9:17 PM

What are you getting your future mother in law as a gift on your wedding day?

Brianna, Jul 26, 2015 13 740
Tiffany
Gifts for Parents??
Tiffany, on May 2, 2012 at 12:45 PM

This may sound mean but are you supposed to get gifts for the parents even if they didnt have any involvement in your wedding?? I am just curious because I know most of the time the parents are...

Brianna, Jul 26, 2015 17 7,488
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