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Reception activities other than dancing?
Laurel, on December 14, 2020 at 8:29 AM

My wedding was originally scheduled for January but we postponed it until April. I know in some places they ask for weddings to not include dancing to help people keep their distance but I wanted to...

Veronica, Dec 14, 2020 12 750
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How big of a cake for 75 people?
Kristina, on December 10, 2020 at 2:34 PM

Hi all! We're planning a wedding for (hopefully) next year and I was wondering how big of a cake we need for 75 people? If you're having a similar amount of people, how many tiers are you planning? I...

Laurel, Dec 14, 2020 12 5,993
Katie
Wedding menu??
Katie, on December 11, 2020 at 10:44 AM

Okay, first post, so be gentle. My fiance and I are getting married on October 23rd, 2021. We've already booked our venue, a barn, and its exactly what we want. We want it to be pretty rustic and...

Amanda, Dec 12, 2020 30 2,222
First Dance
, on December 9, 2020 at 5:06 PM

Hi WW family! I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for a 1st dance song?

Cristy, Dec 11, 2020 13 652
Shelly
Garter removal and toss
Shelly, on November 29, 2020 at 8:11 AM

Have you seen anyone do a garter toss without the garter removal? FH is too shy lol. Obv we can forgo the whole thing but I do have this gorgeous garter set I purchased awhile back before he told me...

Samantha, Dec 11, 2020 17 881
MLS
Songs/music
MLS, on December 8, 2020 at 3:18 PM

1. What's your processional music going to be? 2. What's your first dance song? 3. What's your favorite funky dance song?

Samantha, Dec 11, 2020 8 597
Megan
Buffet or sit down dinner
Megan, on December 10, 2020 at 10:48 AM

I ( as all brides I'm sure) want to get the most for their money.. so I am wondering from past brides or caterers. Which is best for a wedding of 50-70 people? This includes some picky eaters.. I'd...

Gen, Dec 11, 2020 8 655
Jackie
Bar options for reception
Jackie, on December 9, 2020 at 8:55 PM

So we have invited 50 guest to our destination wedding (within in the US) out of the 50 we are expecting around 30 max to attend. We need some advice on bar options. What would be our cheaper option...

Jackie, Dec 10, 2020 11 737
Hannah
Seating chart nightmare!
Hannah, on November 16, 2020 at 5:17 PM

Anyone suddenly find it easier to finish your fiancé’s family seating chart than your own family because you can only come up with scenarios where no one wants to sit with mom and you are trying to...

Hannah, Dec 10, 2020 17 1,010
Laura
Alcohol policies in certain venues
Laura, on December 8, 2020 at 10:56 PM

So we have our church booked and ALMOST booked our venue. It was so perfect and too good to be true honestly. Until they told us their alcohol policies. Beer, wine and champagne only (no hard liquor)....

Amanduh, Dec 9, 2020 16 2,462 1
Lindsey
Uplighting? Necessary?
Lindsey, on December 8, 2020 at 7:46 PM

I don’t know much about it but the dj offered it to us for $195. We have an indoor reception. Is that important to have and do y’all have it?

Cassidy, Dec 9, 2020 12 641
Patricia
What sweets did or are having at your wedding?
Patricia, on December 8, 2020 at 3:22 PM

We're having a rustic fall wedding. I'm having a little cake to cut for bride and groom. I thought about cupcakes but I would love to hear other ideas!

Amber, Dec 9, 2020 28 884
Trinity
Dj Information
Trinity, on December 5, 2020 at 1:38 AM

What is considered expensive for a DJ and what should I look for within one? If anyone has used one that they would recommend that is around North GA, that would be awesome!

SLY, Dec 9, 2020 11 292
Cassandra
Need to save money on catering
Cassandra, on December 6, 2020 at 5:44 PM

Hey everyone! We postponed until September 2021 and decided to scale back the guest list. We are trying to save money all around as we are paying for the majority of it. Has anyone used grocery store...

Caitlyn, Dec 8, 2020 11 1,027
Kaitlyn
Wedding Songs!
Kaitlyn, on December 7, 2020 at 9:20 AM

Hey y 'all! I need some help choosing a song to dance to. I'm not doing the typical daddy daughter dance because I do not have a relationship with my father. My uncle is the one walking me down the...

Lynnie, Dec 8, 2020 3 206
Heidi
How many tables and chairs for a 80 guests?
Heidi, on December 7, 2020 at 9:05 PM

Hello I’m wondering how many round tables and chairs I would need for a 80 guest wedding count

Lynnie, Dec 8, 2020 8 4,344 2
Lindsey
Are you wearing your veil at your reception?
Lindsey, on November 24, 2020 at 1:27 PM

Is there a general way people usually do it (keeping it on/taking it off) or is it really just a matter of preference? What are y’all doing?

Allison, Dec 8, 2020 26 1,629 1
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Is there an inbetween semi/formal dress code?
Meagan, on December 6, 2020 at 10:47 PM

Hi All, Need some advice. We are having an evening summer church wedding and reception at a fancy reception hall. Our theme is definitely leaning into more of the formal look but my fiancé does not...

Lynnie, Dec 8, 2020 9 19,735
Alexis
Alcohol/drink Amount
Alexis, on December 7, 2020 at 2:43 PM

We have a guest list of about 150... does this look good for an open bar?? I have looked at the different calculators I just want confirmation from someone else haha! -8 bottles of vodka -7 bottles of...

Maybride, Dec 7, 2020 8 702 2
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Mis-matched vintage dishes?
Lynn, on December 6, 2020 at 6:55 PM

For my reception, the caterer offers white plates for free and mis-matched vintage plates for a small fee. The vintage plates are kind of pretty but I'm wondering if they are a little out of style. My...

Allie, Dec 7, 2020 7 621
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