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Brides…help
Jacob, on February 19, 2024 at 3:58 PM

I’m a groom planning our wedding because my FW is super busy with work and school. We have a year before the big day, but I’m already stressing after a week of engagement. I would really appreciate...

Madhu, Apr 24, 2025 3 682
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Burgers as a main course!! Yikes!
Hannah, on January 9, 2018 at 10:13 PM

So thoughts on burgers for the main course at the reception. Tacky much? Thoughts? On a tight budget so thinking outside the box. Ideas are highly welcome and we have a huge smoker 😊

Ethan, Apr 24, 2025 32 6,770
Rochelle
Jamaica non-resort venues
Rochelle, on April 23, 2023 at 11:36 AM

Hi everyone, my fiancé and I are planning to have our wedding in Jamaica. Does anyone know of wedding venues that are not resorts or hotels? We want the use a venue that has beautiful gardens and...

Darllelys, Apr 23, 2025 12 2,299 1
Elena
Couples getting married on June 12, 2026
Elena, on April 20, 2025 at 6:17 PM

Hey everyone!! SO excited to be getting married!! Love yalls taste in wedding dates

Ameliahunt, Apr 23, 2025 1 58
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My best friend is mad i didn’t ask her to be moh
Sara, on April 18, 2025 at 7:25 AM

After getting engaged my best friend was hurt I didn’t ask her to be my MOH, and I chose my other close friend for that role. I had still asked my best friend to be in my wedding party, but as a...

Ameliahunt, Apr 23, 2025 3 760
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Awkward height difference
Powers2, on June 2, 2017 at 7:18 AM

This is possibly an odd question. Standing up/ full body pictures are always awkward looking with my SO and I because of our 14" height difference. I plan on wearing at least a 3" heel, but that will...

Ameliahunt, Apr 23, 2025 21 1,706
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Wedding Venue overage fee charged?
Lisa, on May 15, 2024 at 6:39 PM

Has anyone heard of a venue charging a 20% overage fee, due 30 days in advance for "just in case" overages like increased guest count, upgraded package, etc? Our venue just surprised us with this as...

Jenny, Apr 23, 2025 12 883
CEH15
Obsessed with this flower girl dress
CEH15, on February 15, 2017 at 5:12 PM

Has anyone ever ordered a dress off of the Arabella and Rose website? They are based out of AU, but ship to the US. I'm obsessed with this dress I found (wouldn't order it until closer to the wedding)...

Ochre, Apr 23, 2025 12 2,705
Caitlin
Catering under $3,000
Caitlin, on April 11, 2025 at 5:50 AM

I need some help finding a cater that is affordable! I’m getting married in May 2026 in Glenville pa. I keep getting quotes for over 5k for 60guests! Please help!

Caitlin, Apr 21, 2025 11 803 1
Emilie R
Legion/VFW Reception?
Emilie R, on September 13, 2017 at 9:48 PM

I'm totally prepared to get a ton of flak for this but has anyone done their reception at a local legion/vfw/etc. We looked into using a banquet room at a local resort we love but it just isn't in our...

Daniel, Apr 20, 2025 21 3,778
Brittany
Artificial Flowers
Brittany, on February 6, 2019 at 10:26 AM

Hi everyone! So you may have seen my previous post about my florist quoting me $5,000 for flowers. I've met with a few other florist and they've quoted me around the same, or maybe $1000...

Kate, Apr 19, 2025 24 2,349 3
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Should i Follow Up with a Vendor?
Caitlin, on February 11, 2025 at 5:31 PM

I inquired with a florist on January 30th about my November 2026 wedding. I’m very interested in working with this vendor. She responded same day to give her a week and that she’d text me with any...

George, Apr 19, 2025 1 131
Chantelle
Did You Tip Vendors Who Own Their Own Businesses?
Chantelle, on August 19, 2021 at 10:08 PM

Most of my vendors are their own businesses (photographers, music/lighting, day of coordinator, florals, officiant), do we tip them additional if they set their own prices? Side question: did you tip...

Clarissa, Apr 18, 2025 8 1,761 1
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Getting married on Valentine's Day
Jocelyn, on April 3, 2025 at 11:38 PM

Hi everyone! I'm Jocelyn, and I'm excited to get married on my dream Wedding Day, Valentine's Day, 2026 with the love of my life. Looking forward to collaborating with you all.

Clarissa, Apr 18, 2025 1 625 1
He Momo
Need Advice on Wedding Catering – Food, Heating, and Logistics
He Momo, on April 17, 2025 at 2:26 AM

Hi everyone! I'm currently planning my wedding (super excited!), but I’m running into a few questions about the catering part, and I’d really love to hear your thoughts or experiences. Here’s what I’m...

LM, Apr 17, 2025 1 211 1
Eb
It’s Wedding Week! March 22 Brides check in
Eb, on March 16, 2025 at 7:49 PM

Hey ladies! T minus 6 days how is everyone feeling?

Eb, Apr 15, 2025 9 495
Christy
Save The Dates/ Room Block info
Christy, on September 15, 2017 at 9:53 AM

So wondering if any of you ladies know this answer but when do the room information for your out of town guests go out? Do we included the room block information in the save the date envelopes? or...

Aisling, Apr 15, 2025 8 1,333 2
Julianna
Service Charge on Venue??
Julianna, on August 24, 2017 at 12:50 PM

So I'm looking over a ceremony/reception proposal and they added an 18% service charge. There's also a 7.25% tax (which I figured would be there) and a tip line (which is currently 0). Can someone...

Ace, Apr 15, 2025 30 28,158 1
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Wedding Favors
Lamisha, on April 30, 2024 at 12:35 PM

Is a pen and thank you card for attending a good wedding favor? It comes as a set. The thank you card expresses how we feel about our guests attending, and the love we have for them. If guests don’t...

Top Argento, Apr 15, 2025 5 590 2
Smith Garcia 2027
Wedding Planner
Smith Garcia 2027, on April 9, 2025 at 10:35 AM

My daughter is getting married on 10/18/2025 at The Barn at Maple Falls in Somerset, PA and trying to navigate if she needs a wedding coordinator. We are using The Barn at Maple Falls for Day of...

Peter, Apr 14, 2025 587
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