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Brit
How do I word to wear hat to tea party themed shower?
Brit, on January 28, 2014 at 10:24 AM

I need help I have googled this and still no luck, how do I let guests know to wear a tea hat or extravagant hat to my tea party themed bridal shower? Also how would I make sure people know I'm...

LadyMonk, Jan 29, 2014 5 4,505
Abby
How Can I Dispute a Vendor's Reviews??
Abby, on January 28, 2014 at 5:04 PM

I know a vendor can dispute a poor review and the client will have to provide proof of doing business. But is there a way a client can dispute what I believe to be fake reveiws? I am fairly certain a...

Abby, Jan 28, 2014 15 156
Angela
Should I let them bring their boyfriends??
Angela, on January 28, 2014 at 8:23 AM

We just sent out our invites and most people have gotten theirs now. My aunt texted me on Sunday to let me know that her daughters had gotten their invites and they were wondering if they could bring...

ItsGoodToBeKing, Jan 28, 2014 50 2,862
irin997
Tipping Question for hair & makeup for the day of
irin997, on June 10, 2011 at 11:23 AM

So I have a hair and makeup package that cost me $725 for everyone and included my hair trial. They are coming to the hotel to do our hair and makeup. I already gave a $20 tip at my...

sstillw, Jan 28, 2014 15 289
SoontobeNicoleEstevez
What time would you consider too late for a ceremony with a cocktail hour and dinner reception to follow?
SoontobeNicoleEstevez, on January 28, 2014 at 5:25 AM

I am getting married in August 2015, I figured around 5-6 pm because I wanted to time it to sunset. However when I set the date and time I realize I didn't compensate for summers longer days. Here in...

Mrs. Grissett-Johnso, Jan 28, 2014 5 1,409
KayDwitWill
Wedding website wording for Registry
KayDwitWill, on January 28, 2014 at 9:26 AM

I've seen all the posts on here about how many would hate to be asked for money. I understand that. FH and I don't want to create a registry list as we already live together and have everything we...

Mrs Drakthal, Jan 28, 2014 14 529
Lynnie Pin
Dimmed lights for ceremony or not ? Néed help
Lynnie Pin, on January 28, 2014 at 8:59 AM

So in my venue they have two light settings, dim (reception dimmed, pretty dark) or all the way on. Now I'm stuck because everyone is tellin me to leave them on for the ceremony and cocktail hour but...

Kate, Jan 28, 2014 3 286
Amruta & Nikhil
Separate RSVP for each event
Amruta & Nikhil, on January 25, 2014 at 2:08 PM

I am an Indian and so obviously will be having a big fat wedding. But not all guests will attend all the events in the 5 day long ceremony. The close family and friends attends the first 2 day events...

Amruta & Nikhil, Jan 28, 2014 9 274
FutureMrsG.
Sending thank you cards before the wedding?
FutureMrsG., on January 27, 2014 at 1:39 PM

We received our first wedding gift this weekend. My first thought was "Damn, I haven't bought thank you cards yet!" Should I send them a thank you card now or wait until after the wedding?

Nancy Taussig, Jan 27, 2014 15 173
❤Mrs.Dashiell❤
candy buffet costs
❤Mrs.Dashiell❤, on August 23, 2012 at 10:22 AM

Has anyone done this before and find it costly? i was thinking about hiring a candy buffet organizer and was givena price of $300.00 to do a party of 100-150 people plus all decorations and...

Marshall McCamey, Jan 27, 2014 11 1,791
FutureMrsT.
SIL & Bridal Shower
FutureMrsT., on January 23, 2014 at 3:32 PM

So...my SIL (wife of FH younger brother) and I are not particularly close. No bad blood...just not and outside of chit chatting at the in-laws house or FB, we don't really communicate. So I was...

Rachel, Jan 27, 2014 25 1,840
Alejandra
Married couple with different last names
Alejandra, on January 26, 2014 at 7:52 PM

Ok, I have found how to properly address invites to married couples with the same last name, unmarried couples and couples with kids. BUT, how do I address invites to married couples where the woman...

Alejandra, Jan 26, 2014 5 4,200
M
Alcohol vs NO Alcohol
Michele, on January 22, 2014 at 3:16 PM

My daughter is getting married in October. My dilemma is that my husband are Christians (and he is a Pastor). My future son-in-law and his family are heavy drinkers, along with all their friends. Now,...

Emily, Jan 24, 2014 29 874
Theresa Beale
Where to seat the DJ for the meal?
Theresa Beale, on January 24, 2014 at 1:02 PM

I know that we are expected to provide a meal for our vendors; I have no problem with that. I am planning on doing a seating chart and am wondering if I need to assign seats/a table for the vendors. I...

Jennifer, Jan 24, 2014 15 1,780
Kristie & Bryce
2 Groomsmen walking down the aisle together!
Kristie & Bryce, on January 24, 2014 at 1:42 PM

My FBIL is gay and both he and his partner are in the wedding party. I'm having them walk down the aisle together. He is sooo happy that I asked them to do so. I'm not going to pair them each up with...

OregonEmily, Jan 24, 2014 10 72
Lynnie Pin
Are people trying to give you a guilt trip about not being invited?!
Lynnie Pin, on January 24, 2014 at 10:03 AM

So all my RSVPs are in, seating is done. Of course I left 2 seats open here and there at certain tables in the chance people who didn't RSVP showed up. First, it started Last week when FH started...

Alice, Jan 24, 2014 22 1,231
FutureMrsT.
Bridal Brain...its a real thing!!!
FutureMrsT., on January 24, 2014 at 10:51 AM

I'm just saying....any BB experiences out there?

The Mrs R, Jan 24, 2014 14 142
Heather
Vow renewal Rant and Question
Heather, on January 22, 2014 at 11:38 PM

Ok so the family doesnt see the point in us renewing our vows. They hate the idea. Whats your thoughts on this? I know the usual its up to us yada yada but what do you guys think?

Anisea, Jan 23, 2014 49 2,226
P
How to communicate tastefully "don't bring random dates please."
Purnima, on January 22, 2014 at 10:47 PM

We want to limit the number of people that attend the wedding. We want to let people know that they are welcome to bring a guest but not feel obligated too. Essentially, we don't want people bringing...

pittielvr, Jan 23, 2014 21 1,464
FutureMrsVasquez
Father/daughter dance song??
FutureMrsVasquez, on January 23, 2014 at 1:09 PM

My dad & I aren't exactly close, and im definitely not a daddys girl! ..but I still want to do a dance with him. It seems like most of all the songs I've listened to are so sappy, and that's just not...

TheOGJesse's Girl, Jan 23, 2014 10 117
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