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Brittney
Are 2 Djs necessary?
Brittney, on November 9, 2020 at 7:47 PM

Hey everyone! I’m starting to look into DJs and the first person I spoke to really sold me on the idea of having two DJs. He rationalized it by explaining that they can switch on and off for bathroom...

Molly, Nov 13, 2020 20 1,034
Sakina
Changing after dinner.....
Sakina, on November 11, 2020 at 9:53 PM

So we're having a small ceremony and then dinner afterwards...We plan on maybe going to a few bars(lounge)afterwards. Is it crazy to wear my wedding dress out?

Sakina, Nov 12, 2020 24 740
Hannah
Opinion on Uncle/niece Song Idea
Hannah, on November 11, 2020 at 2:18 PM

Hey guys! I wanted to get outside opinions on this. My uncle is walking me down the aisle on my wedding day and I’m trying to figure out a song to dance with him to. My first thought was “Brown-Eyed...

Molly, Nov 12, 2020 7 659
Blair
not excited
Blair, on November 11, 2020 at 11:25 AM

So we had a minimony on 10/10/20 and now I'm not excited about our reception on June 5th. We've already put the money into it and there are no refunds. Anyone else feeling like this?

Sara, Nov 12, 2020 12 688
Courteney
Reception buffet style dinner
Courteney, on November 10, 2020 at 9:28 AM

Hi guys! My fiancé and i are trying to figure out ideas for our wedding dinner. Our wedding is in November and we want buffet style. Tell me what you guys think?

Molly, Nov 12, 2020 21 1,454
Josephine
Church vs. Reception Hall Venue
Josephine, on November 9, 2020 at 11:09 PM

Trying to figure out what venue would be best for me and my fiance, a church with an area for a reception, or booking an actual reception venue. I come from a very crafty family, and decorations won't...

Molly, Nov 12, 2020 5 908
Shelly
Dinner music
Shelly, on November 9, 2020 at 6:47 PM

What do you plan on playing during dinner? We will have a DJ and a plated meal. On our sheet he asked us to fill out it has a section for dinner music style/preference. I assume dinner music is more...

Molly, Nov 12, 2020 12 660
Laurie
Nespresso Coffee Bar at reception?
Laurie, on November 9, 2020 at 3:26 PM

Has anyone done something like a nespresso or keurig "bar" at their wedding instead of having a full blown coffee/ espresso service? It would be a self service type station with cups, pods, and yes, a...

Molly, Nov 12, 2020 18 1,402
Ayako
Bride and Groom Entrance Song
Ayako, on October 18, 2020 at 8:16 PM

SOS 🆘 Reception Entrance songs for the groom and brideWould like something Pop/R&B/ HipHop and Upbeat But not sureeeee 🙃We are getting married June 12,2021 Help a future bride out pleaseeee...

Crystal, Nov 11, 2020 11 2,864
Claire
Masks and pictures?
Claire, on September 4, 2020 at 3:17 PM

Our venue is not requiring the guests to wear masks since it's a private event. We told our guests they can wear them if they want but it's not a requirement. FH's brother (and best man) is very upset...

megan, Nov 11, 2020 60 3,935 1
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Those serving a huge cocktail hour
Michele, on November 5, 2020 at 2:09 PM

Did/will you still serve a main course for dinner or just have an extended cocktail hour? I have read and heard from many people that cocktail hours across the country seem to be so much food...

Jessica, Nov 11, 2020 18 1,626
Jessica
dj end time
Jessica, on November 6, 2020 at 8:51 PM

How late should my DJ play? Reception begins at 5:30, dinner will be served at 6:00, and I figure dancing will start around 7:30 or so. Should I book until 12 or is that too long, too short, or just...

Jessica, Nov 11, 2020 12 1,517
Talia
Cake Cutting Song
Talia, on September 29, 2020 at 10:22 AM

What is or was everyone's cake cutting song? We listened to so many songs last night and finally picked one. It's Suga, Suga by Baby Bash.

Dessa, Nov 10, 2020 23 398
Jessica
No cell service at venue
Jessica, on November 8, 2020 at 10:37 PM

Hello! I am getting married and having the reception in the bottom of a bluff at a park and there is no cell service unless you drive about a mile away. I want to let guests know by adding it into the...

Melle, Nov 9, 2020 6 678
Deidra
Uplighting
Deidra, on November 6, 2020 at 12:39 PM

My DJ's uplighting fee is $500. My venue is tiny & my guest list is only 50 people. I hesitate to pay that much, but know you get what you pay for. Has anyone done any DIY uplighting with...

Jessica, Nov 9, 2020 10 582
Lisa
Photo Booth: Rent, DIY, or None?
Lisa, on November 6, 2020 at 8:51 AM

If you plan to have a photo booth at your wedding, what type are you doing: DIY or rent? And why that option? If not doing a photo booth, why not? My fiance and I initially weren't going to do a...

Lisa, Nov 9, 2020 38 856
Gabrielle
Winter Wedding Reception Flip
Gabrielle, on October 18, 2020 at 8:57 PM

My fiancé and I are getting married on December 18, 2021. Our ceremony and reception is at the same venue and it is a one room venue. Dows anyone have any ideas of what guests could do or where they...

Amanda, Nov 9, 2020 11 816
Alisia
Reception Activities
Alisia, on November 6, 2020 at 4:50 AM

So my Love and I really enjoy karoake and love watching other people do karoake (especially when they are drunk) but we don't know if it would be appropriate for a wedding. What do you all think? I...

Alisia, Nov 9, 2020 22 1,197
Cheyenne
Alcohol at a wedding
Cheyenne, on November 6, 2020 at 11:36 AM

My fiance is anti alcohol where I am pro. We are only allowed beer and wine.. He said people don't need to drink on our day and get drunk. I think people will need a little but of alcohol in there...

Sexypoodle, Nov 7, 2020 24 1,801
Julie
Kids leaving the reception??
Julie, on October 29, 2020 at 1:39 PM

Is it okay to set up shuttle/cars to take the kids back to the hotel during cocktail hour if there are kids old enough to babysit the rest (ages 5-16)? the parents (who are ok with the arrangement)...

Natalie, Nov 7, 2020 38 1,071
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