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T & Co
How much alcohol do people drink in an open bar?
T & Co, on January 6, 2014 at 11:05 PM

Hi! I'm trying to get a good idea on high balls, white wine and red wine to do an initial estimate on the final bill, I want to have an open bar for caesars (in my city, it's like a bloody mary), coke...

...., Jan 7, 2014 10 3,805
KarenM
Peanut allergies...
KarenM, on January 6, 2014 at 8:14 PM

UGH. My sister is deathly allergic to peanuts, and avoids all nuts at all costs. I am trying to ensure that she can eat about 85% of the menu items, but everything seems to contain nuts - especially...

StephGoods, Jan 6, 2014 8 678
Tasha-n-Adam
Altering an Alfred Angelo Dress?
Tasha-n-Adam, on January 6, 2014 at 1:25 PM

I bought a size 8 Alfred Angelo dress and fit in it perfectly. I'm now a bit heavier and it barely zips... I'm getting married in two months! Has anyone had any luck getting these altered a little...

rusticbride, Jan 6, 2014 5 113
S
Bridal Shower, but no wedding, BUT a reception?
susan, on January 5, 2014 at 8:11 AM

My best friend is getting married in Hawaii just her and her fiancé. No one is invited. When they return, they are having a big party to celebrate with family and friends. Myself and a good friend...

FutureMrsNoel, Jan 6, 2014 16 2,119
S
No Call No Show
Soon2beMrsLittle, on January 4, 2014 at 6:36 PM

So as I get closer to my date, I'm wondering out of the 150 invited who will actually show. I feel like if you RSVP saying you coming and don't show, your gift is still expected.... yea Im sure I will...

Mrs. Grissett-Johnso, Jan 5, 2014 49 1,541 1
Mrs Drakthal
Help I dyed my hair and it's too dark
Mrs Drakthal, on January 5, 2014 at 2:18 PM

The title says it all. The color said Iced Mahogany Dark Brown and looked about my natural color however now that it is drying it looks almost black. REally all I wanted to do is cover the gray for...

Mrs Drakthal, Jan 5, 2014 27 99
mlw
"Formal invitation to Follow"... does this really need to be put on STD's??
mlw, on January 5, 2014 at 1:04 AM

I am running out of room....

mallory, Jan 5, 2014 15 1,332
L
Last minute invites?
LetItSnow, on January 5, 2014 at 12:46 PM

My parents received a wedding invite one week prior to the wedding. Invites for most guests went out months ahead. The bride and groom had some last minute cancellations and they already had to submit...

Kayla, Jan 5, 2014 16 24,652
Kaegurl
What are you having your Flower Girl hold/toss, etc.
Kaegurl, on January 2, 2014 at 6:08 PM

Are you having your flower girl scatter rose petals or something else? Is she having a basket or a sign or just a flower bouquet? Anyone doing anything different. I've seen signs and I'm considering a...

Sandra, Jan 4, 2014 22 159
Sweat4theDress
Thursday Wedding?
Sweat4theDress, on January 3, 2014 at 11:13 AM

What are everyone's thoughts on a Thursday wedding? From my point of view it's great because it's half the price, but what about from an attendee's viewpoint? Our wedding is also the Thursday before...

WeddingDestinationIt, Jan 3, 2014 39 1,831
T
second wedding for me first for him do I do father daughter dance?
Tammy, on January 3, 2014 at 10:11 AM

This is my second wedding, my fiances first. I am having my 18 year old twin boys give me away, my dad did this once. This time I feel my sons should do it. I am sure my fiance and his mom will want...

THE Mrs. Russell, Jan 3, 2014 4 595
Allison
Cash Bar?
Allison, on May 24, 2011 at 2:23 PM

I am getting married in a nice traditional Banquet hall, nothing crazy, but their prices are kinda crazy when it comes to open bar and my parents are footing the bill for the reception, but FH and I...

Megan, Jan 2, 2014 71 3,050
KrystalH
Hershey Kisses...
KrystalH, on July 26, 2012 at 3:53 PM

I have tulle circles that I want to put hershey kisses in for our favours, how many do you think is a good number to give each guest

KrystalH, Jan 2, 2014 12 2,384
Megan
Saving that top tier/a slice/or cupcake for your 1 year wedding anniversary..?
Megan, on December 4, 2013 at 10:39 AM

My husband and I had 200 cupcakes & a 6 in cutting cake at our wedding. We got rid of all the cupcakes (whatever was left over) and stuck our cutting cake in the freezer for our 1 year. Well I've...

mrs. joyceee, Jan 2, 2014 40 1,868
L
2 weddings. Indian-western. Change to a white dress during Indian reception? PC?
Lorena , on April 27, 2013 at 10:42 AM

Hello guys, First time in this forum. I would like to get your opinion. I will have 2ceremonies. 1 western in Friday in which I will use a white western gown (for max 2-3hrs) since we are not having a...

Recently Married, Jan 1, 2014 16 2,270
TheFutureMrsPatmore
Alternative Wedding Websites
TheFutureMrsPatmore, on December 31, 2013 at 6:57 PM

Does anyone use another site for their website? I'm having a hard time getting the look for ours using WW. Post links to your sites please!!!

TheFutureMrsPatmore, Jan 1, 2014 12 118
THE Mrs. Russell
Divorced Parents and the Dance...
THE Mrs. Russell, on December 31, 2013 at 7:19 PM

Hi Ladies! My mom re-married about 8 years ago, and my dad is currently single...my mom and dad want to do a "Parents' dance" but they can't find a song...they want to find something that isn't so...

Ashlee, Dec 31, 2013 1 1,717
kahlcara
white gold rings--how often do you replate them and how much is it?
kahlcara, on December 29, 2013 at 3:49 PM

Hi guys, my e-ring's at Kay Jewelers to be redipped, the last time it was there was in June. It was definitely due to be done, the yellow gold was showing through, and they charge me $60 each...

LetItSnow, Dec 31, 2013 22 35,569
Jamese
Cash Bar
Jamese, on February 25, 2010 at 3:35 PM

Is it rude to have a cash bar for your wedding?

Megan, Dec 30, 2013 83 1,924
Jennifer
Gift for a 10-year old Ring Bearer
Jennifer, on September 11, 2013 at 11:08 AM

Hi Everyone! I'm hoping those of you who've been around kids a bit more than I have will be able to help me out. We've got a 10-year old ring bearer - my fiance was actually the ring bearer at his...

Sybrina Durant, Dec 30, 2013 7 6,298
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