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Wedding Playlist Help
Korrina7, on November 5, 2020 at 2:50 PM

Hi There, My question is what app should we use for the playlist, because they said it would have to be Bluetooth or plugin, because the space is too cramped for a DJ, and So would love to know what...

Korrina7, Nov 5, 2020 9 725
Jasmine
Reception - Grand Exit
Jasmine, on November 3, 2020 at 5:39 PM

FH and I aren't sure how if we want to do a grand exit or not. Has anyone done one or plan on doing one?? If so, at what point would you fit that in to still make sure everyone leaves on time?? How...

Jasmine, Nov 4, 2020 12 693
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What is "wedding food"?
Michele, on October 29, 2020 at 5:04 PM

I see this phrase thrown around alot and no clear understanding of what it is exactly. Is it general food of any type that happens to be served at a wedding or is it a specific dish served from a...

KYLIE, Nov 4, 2020 11 1,077
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Micro Wedding: Music / no dj no band
Bere, on November 3, 2020 at 7:54 AM

Hey there! We are almost a month away from hosting a 30 people intimate wedding in a small restaurant in Brooklyn and we're being mindful of people capacity both for safety reasons and budget. We are...

Bere, Nov 4, 2020 10 1,921
Jaci
What is this dance called? Mary & Francis dance on Reign
Jaci, on July 22, 2018 at 5:32 PM

In love with this dance.. I know it is some kind of midieval one. Any ideas of the name of it? https://youtu.be/IAcbbQ26Kdo

Charidy, Nov 2, 2020 5 2,196 1
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buying linens
Marissa, on October 29, 2020 at 6:37 PM

Where is the best place to buy a lot of linen round tablecloths??

Molly, Nov 2, 2020 8 184
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Favorite appetizers?
Michele, on October 29, 2020 at 10:31 PM

Many people say appetizers are the highlight of dinner..even more than the main meal. What are your favorites from past weddings and what are you planning to serve? Or that was a hit at your...

Molly, Nov 2, 2020 10 274 1
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Share your cocktail hour menu
Michele, on October 29, 2020 at 11:38 PM

What are you serving (or did you serve)? We're leaning toward stations (served appetizer plates) for a relaxed vibe but making sure everyone is well fed as stations do.

Molly, Nov 2, 2020 6 648
Roane
Alternative Items to Toss in Place of Bouquet
Roane, on November 1, 2020 at 10:37 PM

So we're a gay couple. My fiance is a beefy guy. I think it'd be absolutely hilarious to do a garter toss. The only issue is, I don't know what to do in place of the bouquet to go with it. Should we...

Molly, Nov 2, 2020 7 673
RaylaSan
i don't need this problem four months from my wedding
RaylaSan, on October 29, 2020 at 3:03 PM

I know this sounds much, but my fiancee and I are having two caterers. One caterer to provide the appetizers and another one to provide my culture's cuisine. My issue is that my parent's caterer that...

Molly, Nov 2, 2020 6 586
CountryBride
Too many desserts or enough
CountryBride, on November 1, 2020 at 6:53 PM

We are having a full Viennese hour and here is what I have on our menu I don't want to waste money but I know not everyone likes cake so here is a basic rough draft what we will be serving, During...

Melle, Nov 2, 2020 10 598
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Confetti send off?
Rachel, on October 31, 2020 at 7:15 PM

Hey ladies! Have any of you used confetti poppers/cannons/flick sticks for a confetti send off? I’m hoping to order them by the end of next week and wanted to ask yalls opinions. The requirement is...

Sarah, Nov 1, 2020 11 1,213
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Favors??
Alexis, on October 28, 2020 at 2:22 PM

Hello! I am having a destination wedding and was wondering if favors are really necessary since everyone will be traveling (likely flying)? I was hoping to put that money towards something more useful...

Chrysta, Oct 30, 2020 10 461
Angela
One or Two Photographers
Angela, on October 27, 2020 at 8:52 PM

Hi all, 150 person wedding - do I really really need 2 photographers? What are the pros and cons? Fiance doesn't have much interest in capturing his get-ready photos, so I'm thinking the only plus...

Meghan, Oct 29, 2020 11 979
Susan
Send Off Photos
Susan, on October 28, 2020 at 12:23 PM

I really want to do something special at the end of the night for send-off photos. I love the way they look and people have such great ideas. However, our photographer is leaving at 8pm, and I feel...

Meghan, Oct 29, 2020 8 346
Johanna
Postponed
Johanna, on October 28, 2020 at 10:40 AM

We had to postpone our wedding from 9/12/2020 to 6/12/2021. I just recently learned that with the current Pandemic protocols we can’t have any dancing additional besides he first dance and father and...

Johanna, Oct 29, 2020 12 341
Arlene
Brother- Sister Dance Help
Arlene, on October 27, 2020 at 3:29 PM

My dad is not in my life and I want to dance with my brothers. What do you guys think about this song? Any other suggestions? Thank you! “You’ll be in my heart “ Phil Collins...

Shannon, Oct 28, 2020 8 302
Mac
How did you pick a Dj?
Mac, on October 27, 2020 at 12:39 PM

How did you guys evaluate DJ's? This is the only part of planning that I'm completely at a loss for. I haven't been to another wedding in the town that we're having ours in, so I just feel like I have...

Kiara, Oct 28, 2020 13 771
Kristen
Virtual Dance Lessons
Kristen, on October 27, 2020 at 10:54 AM

Is anyone taking virtual dance lessons amidst the pandemic? How is it going and would you recommend?

Lynnie, Oct 28, 2020 3 77
Tipping dj after ending reception early?
, on October 25, 2020 at 9:19 PM

Looking for some advice! Our wedding was last night. We originally booked our DJ for 5 hours. A few weeks before the wedding we asked him to play a half hour longer, and paid for the extra half hour...

Michele, Oct 28, 2020 10 652
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