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Horror stories and things to beware - Mexican destination weddings
Lb, on March 17, 2023 at 7:52 AM

Hey there! I am contemplating a destination wedding in Mexico, specifically the Riviera Maya (Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, etc.). Lots of fluffy bridal blogs and planner...

Rahil, Apr 12, 2026 10 4,571
Elizabeth
Casino gaming tables at the reception?
Elizabeth, on September 19, 2019 at 5:38 PM

What do y'all think of having casino gaming tables at the reception? Not many of our guests are big dancers; they'll sit and appreciate music, but not dance. Plus, all of my finance's family members...

Миша, Apr 12, 2026 15 3,288
Brittany
Any recommendations?
Brittany, on April 10, 2026 at 1:45 AM

Hi, I'm seeing if anyone can make any recommendations for a DJ and venue coordinator?

Brittany, Apr 10, 2026 603
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Food and Catering: How Did You Choose?
Elly, on July 24, 2024 at 10:58 PM

One of the most important aspects of planning a wedding is determining what food will be served. I am curious to know how everyone selected their meal options and who catered your wedding? I also...

John, Apr 7, 2026 9 1,060
EmilyM-S
qr code sites?
EmilyM-S, on February 8, 2026 at 9:56 PM

Any recommendations on QR codes for photo albums for our reception?

Valentin, Mar 29, 2026 2 376
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Speeches - Are they really necessary?
Karla, on August 5, 2022 at 2:07 PM

Hello! My family and fiancé's family are big introverts. I'm not sure if they are willing to give a formal speech/toast (also don't want to make them uncomfortable or pressure anyone to giving a...

Orwin, Mar 26, 2026 19 2,169
Lisa
How Many Speeches Will You Have At Your Wedding?
Lisa, on March 26, 2021 at 12:53 PM

If you are planning on doing speeches/toasts, how many people will give one? Who all is going to give a speech at your reception?

Tylorsmithgg, Mar 26, 2026 68 1,742
Sarah
Lawn games - yay or nay?
Sarah, on July 29, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Our cocktail hour will be in the courtyard of a brewery and we want it to be fairly low-key and fun. I like the idea of having some games for people who want to do something other than stand around...

Chris, Mar 24, 2026 5 1,002
Daja
Design Partner
Daja, on March 17, 2026 at 12:34 PM

Hi everyone! I’m currently planning my own wedding in the Midwest and have a clear vision for the DIY decor and florals, but I’m struggling with the actual execution and layout. I’m looking for an...

Daja, Mar 17, 2026 356
Hollie
Decoration Help
Hollie, on March 5, 2026 at 9:44 PM

Hi everyone! I am renting out a town hall for the reception for my August wedding. The venue has ALOT of strict rules for the safe. No helium balloons, no tape, tacks, or nails for the walls. How can...

Lyn, Mar 16, 2026 2 1,081
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He wants a casino wedding
Michele, on August 18, 2021 at 2:11 PM

Hi all, my name is Michele, and I'm about to have a nervous breakdown. My fiancé and I have been engaged for almost a year now. We've discussed our wedding plenty of times, and we always agreed that...

Viktor, Mar 9, 2026 11 1,173
Greg
Planning my wedding
Greg, on March 9, 2026 at 6:01 AM

Planning a wedding

Greg, Mar 9, 2026 13
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Guest List stress
Vivian, on January 6, 2026 at 1:49 PM

I’m so over all the wedding guest list pressure. My sister keeps suggesting people I’m not even close to anymore — like “you need more younger people there” — and it’s just… no?? Our list is literally...

Amanda Sheehy, Mar 5, 2026 5 328 1
Amanda Sheehy
Round table styling
Amanda Sheehy, on March 5, 2026 at 8:16 PM

Small wedding, want everyone to feel like family instead of separate, and love a long farmhouse table look but my venue doesn't include them. Thoughts on this style? Anyone have experience with it?...

Amanda Sheehy, Mar 5, 2026 1 155
Shunita
I'm marrying a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternities
Shunita, on April 14, 2024 at 8:10 PM

Is there anyone marrying someone that belongs to this Fraternity? I'm trying vto figure out what they do during the reception and hoe to incorporate into my timeline

Shunita, Mar 1, 2026 9 1,189
Kellykay
Help!!! do i have to postpone my Wedding??
Kellykay, on September 18, 2024 at 1:41 PM

My younger brother sold the Chevrolet truck our dad got him for his 18th birthday last year, we initially agreed he was going to help with getting things in place for my wedding dated for some time in...

Alex, Feb 27, 2026 2 548
Lyssa
Games?
Lyssa, on May 3, 2023 at 10:28 AM

Is anyone playing any games at reception? I want to make it more fun!

Viktor, Feb 2, 2026 14 4,230 1
Karina
Mother/daughter Dance- Spanish song
Karina, on June 2, 2021 at 10:06 PM

Hey there! We will be having a mother/daughter dance at my wedding and I have been having trouble finding a good mother/daughter song in Spanish. Any suggestions?’

Alexseentrr, Jan 30, 2026 5 24,029 2
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Advice for stress after wedding
Hannah_Bean, on May 6, 2025 at 7:38 PM

I had my wedding and am looking for some advice about my parents and my own bummed feelings about the wedding day. One parent partied too hard at the wedding and keeps bringing up how embarrassed they...

Maria, Jan 29, 2026 3 777 1
Chandra
Guest book wording?
Chandra, on December 9, 2018 at 11:14 PM

Hey ya'll....I'm kind of having a brain fart/over thinking moment. I'm getting ready to make a sign for our guest book. I'd like people to write us a short message rather than just sign their name, so...

Asda, Jan 11, 2026 13 6,562 1
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