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Combined Bach Party is getting rained out!
Kaylee, on May 15, 2023 at 3:26 PM

Hi Everyone! My bridal party is throwing us a bach party in Big Bear this upcoming weekend. When looking at the weather, it looks like we are getting some rain! My bridal party is also having a tough...

LM, May 16, 2023 2 204
Carrie7
Bridal shower…without family?
Carrie7, on June 20, 2022 at 8:36 PM

I’m not gonna lie, I’ve been feeling pretty lonely lately while planning our wedding. I moved out to be with my fiancé and on his family’s small dairy farm. I’ve made some friends but I can’t say I’m...

AlexandroDavies, May 11, 2023 9 569
Pat
Welcome Dinner
Pat, on May 5, 2023 at 10:40 PM

Ya'll, if you are debating whether or not to do any kind of pre-wedding dinner I am here to tell you ... DO IT!!! (if it is in your budget.) I am still 'flying high' from our Welcome Dinner. EVERYONE...

Lara, May 9, 2023 8 872 2
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Are rehearsal dinners necessary for a small wedding?
Oct62018bride, on August 16, 2017 at 12:43 PM

My wedding is only about 50 people. We will do a rehearsal ceremony but I'm unsure about dinner. Is it normal to skip a rehearsal dinner? Trying to cut cost where I can lol thanks

Buddy, May 8, 2023 18 1,961
Amy
Bridal shower?
Amy, on May 1, 2022 at 6:57 PM

I'm getting married 03/23 and I'm trying to figure out when to have the bridal shower if at all? Ideas

WillaHolland, May 8, 2023 11 714
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Destination Bachelorette/bridal Shower help!!
AlyAnn1229, on May 4, 2023 at 12:43 PM

Help! My brother is getting married in August to a wonderful girl and she has asked me to be one of her bridesmaids. I am honored and touched to do it! She reached out to me in January with an idea to...

Michael, May 4, 2023 3 660
Lindsey
Just Jack and Jill invited.
Lindsey, on March 5, 2023 at 1:44 AM

My fiancé and I have decided to have a jack and Jill getaway for the people in our wedding (bridesmaids and groomsmen). We will be doing separate activities and then coming together at night. We are...

Courtney, May 4, 2023 5 754
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If you're having individual hen and stag nights... is it greedy to have a joint hen stag night too?
Flora, on April 30, 2023 at 8:14 AM

Do you know anyone who's had both? Lol

Courtney, May 4, 2023 5 205
Melissa
Wearing white to someone else's bridal shower?
Melissa, on April 27, 2023 at 11:32 AM

I don't really wear dresses a lot. I have a white skater dress I wanted to wear with a brown belt and jean jacket crop and brown boots. But then I got thinking about it, and I was wondering if there...

Michelle, Apr 27, 2023 7 9,344
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What do you think of this cake for an engagement party?
Flora, on April 26, 2023 at 3:24 PM

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Ali, Apr 26, 2023 1 304
Katie
Bridal shower game.
Katie, on April 17, 2023 at 5:00 PM

My bridal shower is in June . There are some people who can't make it [ which is totally understandable] but I was thinking about, after the bridal shower , I'm trying to find a game that I can post...

Delilah, Apr 26, 2023 8 686 1
Darby
Bridal Show Mary Kay Prize “winner”
Darby, on February 6, 2019 at 3:57 PM

Mary Kay picks winners who attended local bridal shows and registered with David’s Bridal. They “give away” facial treatments and spa-like beauty packages. But... Did I actually win something? I’ve...

JTN, Apr 20, 2023 15 4,015
Lynnie
Parental Permission: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:05 AM

One of the most important pre-proposal traditions has always been asking the bride's father for their permission... or as the tradition has (thankfully) evolved - asking your future in-laws for their...

Katlyn, Apr 19, 2023 170 1,493
Lara
Bridal Shower Tomorrow - Is my dress too fancy? Sos!
Lara, on April 14, 2023 at 8:51 PM

Hi all! My Bridal Shower is tomorrow. A little nervous to be the center of attention, suddenly more nervous that my dress may be too ... fancy? Formal? The Shower is being held at a restaurant; it is...

Michael, Apr 18, 2023 14 765 1
edecker
Dress Reveal / Dress try on - Advice?
edecker, on November 8, 2018 at 4:45 PM

Hello WW! Has anyone else done a dress reveal or dress try on party? I previously posted my dilemma about not having everyone i love there for my "yes" moment, so with your advice i have decided to do...

Tomeka, Apr 15, 2023 28 4,029 1
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Whats everyones bachlorette party ideas?? Non drinking and drinking?
Amanda, on April 11, 2023 at 6:52 PM

I don't know where to hav my Bachlorete party since i'm recently sober and I don't want a crazy bachlorette party especially since i'm a lover of all things pampering and fine dinning, I was thinking...

Jacks, Apr 12, 2023 1 631
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Lingerie and Bridal Shower??
Sasha, on April 10, 2023 at 9:43 PM

Hi everyone! I'm a younger bride, and I'm trying to decide what I want to do for my bridal shower- my maid of honor is planning it, but she doesn't have a lot of connections to my fiance's family. My...

Emily, Apr 11, 2023 3 704 1
Vicky
Post Your Engagement Pics!
Vicky, on April 1, 2019 at 10:52 AM

Pick your top 3 favorite pics from your engagement session to post! It can be romantic, silly, flirty, etc. Let's see those spectacular + unique pics!

Shaney, Apr 8, 2023 234 4,085 1
Justis
Rehearsal food
Justis, on April 4, 2023 at 12:06 PM

Needing ideas for rehearsal dinner food!!!

Veronica, Apr 5, 2023 8 590 1
Liliana
Welcome Drinks Puerto Rico
Liliana, on March 31, 2023 at 3:33 PM

Hi there! Wondering if any future or past brides know of a location for welcome drinks in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Looking to do just an open bar and we're stumped! Thank you in advance

Caitlin, Apr 5, 2023 3 236
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