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Gina
Who can and can’t come to the reception
Gina, on December 26, 2023 at 4:48 PM

I hear it is done often, but I’m trying to figure out how to practically go about discreetly disclose on the wedding invitations which guests can and can’t come to the wedding reception? The wedding...

Gina, Dec 27, 2023 16 705
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What are you using for your first dance song?
Riley, on December 17, 2023 at 2:22 PM

Just curious what everyone is using for their first dance song? Thought it would be a fun discussion. We are dancing to Vinyl by Upchurch ☺️

Kaity, Dec 26, 2023 6 958
Alig24
Alternatives to a ceremony and other traditional wedding activities?
Alig24, on December 14, 2023 at 2:27 PM

We ended up having to cancel our original wedding, are already legally married, and want to keep this celebration small. We’ve primarily been leaning towards just doing a restaurant buyout reception....

Jacks, Dec 15, 2023 6 1,304
Alexis
Dad Daughter Dance
Alexis, on December 8, 2023 at 6:42 AM

I’m having trouble finding a song for the dad daughter dance. My dad and I do not have the “daddy’s little girl” kind of relationship. I love my dad, but he’s a tough/non-emotional man and I am just...

Brenda, Dec 10, 2023 2 687 1
Shunita
Guest limit
Shunita, on December 9, 2023 at 6:29 PM

How do you keep your guest to a limit

Pat, Dec 10, 2023 2 280
Rose
Music!
Rose, on November 29, 2023 at 11:26 AM

We've been having such a struggle trying to find the right band. I'm trying to avoid the traditional "cheesy" music you usually hear at weddings lol. Ideally I was hoping for a 3 person band that can...

Michael, Dec 9, 2023 3 637
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Reception exit
Andrea, on December 4, 2023 at 3:37 PM

I’m trying to decide if and what to do for our exit. I don’t want stuff thrown at me, especially that just has to be cleaned up later. All I can think of right now are bubbles, which I’m not overly...

Andrea, Dec 5, 2023 2 711
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Reception entry?
Skylar, on November 28, 2023 at 4:04 PM

What song are you guys playing when you enter your reception?

Skylar, Nov 28, 2023 4 157
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No Reception
Nat, on October 24, 2023 at 4:13 AM

Unpopular opinion, but what if I cancel the reception and just have the ceremony. 1. I am allowed to be selfish and have my wedding the way that best suits my finances 2. I can save and have an...

Andrea, Nov 28, 2023 22 1,964 2
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Grandpa/granddaughter dance
Veronica, on November 19, 2023 at 12:59 PM

We’re having the wedding in Puerto Rico, where I’m from and My grandpa is walking me down the aisle, he’s 91. Been having a hard time finding a song for our first dance. Any suggestions?

Cameria, Nov 28, 2023 3 685
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Am i Overthinking?
Morgan, on October 21, 2023 at 8:49 PM

This might come off as more of a vent, but any suggestions/different points of view are appreciated. We live in a different state than our relatives so we will having a small intimate wedding ceremony...

Kelly, Nov 19, 2023 6 557 1
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Happily Ever After Party
Jessica, on November 12, 2023 at 7:01 PM

Hello All! I need a little help organizing a timeline for our "Happily Ever After Party". I am getting married in an intimate ceremony in February BUT, we are throwing a party in May for friends and...

Valerie, Nov 17, 2023 1 927 1
Rebecca
fil Dance Song
Rebecca, on October 31, 2023 at 9:36 PM

My dad is not in the picture, so I am planning on dancing with my father-in-law for the dad/daughter dance. I’m having the hardest time choosing a song because everything I’ve found makes it seem like...

Andrea, Nov 16, 2023 5 644
Lauren
Songs during lunch
Lauren, on November 14, 2023 at 2:39 PM

We are having a lunch-time wedding. We do not have a DJ but are using the sound system the venue has. How much time should be allotted for songs during eating? I have about an hour planned but am...

Jacks, Nov 16, 2023 3 580
McKenzie
Buffet dinner question
McKenzie, on August 4, 2021 at 8:58 PM

If choosing a buffet style dinner, will we need to put the dinner options on our “rsvp” cards? I understand we will still need RSVP’s but does the venue need to know what the guests want for the...

Joe, Nov 16, 2023 12 1,411 2
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Pet cocktails
Kathryn, on November 6, 2023 at 1:48 PM

Hi! We have 3 pets who we want to include in our wedding as much as possible! I need help with some creative signature cocktails! Our cats name is Gatsby. We have a Rottweiler names Billie and a...

Pirate & 60s Bride, Nov 15, 2023 3 582
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vfw Reception?
Lynn, on February 24, 2018 at 1:58 PM

Hi Everyone! My fiance and I have been engaged since last May. We have looked into SEVERAL wedding reception venues, however, they have all been outside of our budget. We are estimating about 225...

Brittani, Nov 15, 2023 10 4,370
Pat
Centerpieces sans flowers?
Pat, on October 9, 2023 at 5:58 PM

When I was researching flowers for our table centerpieces I had my first minor heart attack. <G> I mean, seriously!?!? Luckily our venue coordinator kept telling me not to stress, as our...

Maramayo, Nov 13, 2023 6 680
Sasha
Runsheet / Timing Query
Sasha, on November 12, 2023 at 11:00 PM

Hi All, Keen to get thoughts on whether the below run sheet works! Have additional details on the back end re: vendor timing, but curious if there's anything that doesn't work below? Our venue also...

Rae, Nov 13, 2023 2 268
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Seating Chart
Samantha, on November 1, 2023 at 9:54 PM

How can I create a seating chart?

Charles, Nov 9, 2023 2 103
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