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Alcoholic drinks for a brunch reception
LMM1117, on June 12, 2018 at 4:12 PM

Hey y'all! So I need to start by saying that neither of our families are huge drinkers so we are only going to have three or four alcoholic options (I'm leaning toward three). I'd like y'all's opinion...

LMM1117, Jun 13, 2018 10 244
Jessica
Restaurant reception 150+ guests
Jessica, on June 12, 2018 at 9:51 AM

Any suggestions for a restaurant that could handle us? A lot of kids, and the majority non drinkers but we want to have at least wine available.

Maria, Jun 12, 2018 12 272
Kaylyn
Last minute Diy: guest table survey/fun questionnaire
Kaylyn, on June 11, 2018 at 9:42 PM

DIY questionnaire I made for our guests I had an idea to make something like a mad lib for my wedding after experiencing that at my friend's wedding recently. It was fun and a nice way to break the...

Mrs.Baker.Mischief.M, Jun 12, 2018 4 1,172 1
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Reception Entrance... ideas plz!
QueenOfTheFall86, on April 24, 2018 at 1:00 PM

At the reception... What is everyone using for their entrance music for Parents, Bridal Party & Bride/Groom, etc... Also is anyone using props? I’ve watched a ton of videos on YouTube. We want to...

Kristin, Jun 11, 2018 13 5,993
Summer
Country father/daughter songs?
Summer, on April 11, 2018 at 4:11 PM

I want to do a country song for F/D dance, preferably an older one. Initially I wanted to do either George Strait, Alabama, Brooks & Dunn, or Alan Jackson because that's the style I used to listen...

Leah, Jun 11, 2018 29 16,418
starsinwaves
diy photo/selfie station -- will people use it?
starsinwaves, on June 11, 2018 at 12:53 PM

I searched this topic and didn't see specifically what I was looking for so... Has anyone done a DIY photo/selfie station or been to a wedding with one? I decided against getting a photo booth for...

starsinwaves, Jun 11, 2018 14 1,674
FutureMrsB
Bride & Groom speaking at wedding?
FutureMrsB, on June 9, 2018 at 10:54 PM

I have a few questions for you guys about toasts/speeches at your wedding reception. Who is all speaking & how much time are you allocating for your speeches? Are all of the speeches happening...

MrsD, Jun 11, 2018 14 573
Renee
Okay to wear same dress twice??
Renee, on June 10, 2018 at 9:54 PM

Would it be okay to wear the same dress to my bridal shower to my rehearsal dinner? I haven’t found a dress that wows me the way that dress did.

Mim, Jun 11, 2018 21 2,214
Q
Entrance music for bridal party & bride/groom
QueenOfTheFall86, on June 7, 2018 at 12:37 PM

Curious to see what songs you are using for your bridal partie’s entrance into the reception. Also, how about for you and the new hubby? I can think of great ones for my bridal party to be introduced...

Mrs.Baker.Mischief.M, Jun 10, 2018 10 1,206
Muse
What size Guest Book
Muse, on June 10, 2018 at 1:10 AM

So we are doing a alternative guest book but unsure just how many leaves I should have put on it. Breakdown: 186 people invited. 94 Invites. Expect 140 to accept from about 70 invites (Due to folks...

Going to the chapel, Jun 10, 2018 7 714
Jalisa
Where to seat vendors
Jalisa, on June 8, 2018 at 11:51 PM

Where is everyone seating the vendors for dinner? at their own separate “vendor” table or just kinda wherever like if a table needs an extra person or something. Just starting to draft up my seating...

Kim, Jun 9, 2018 20 1,661
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Cake lady cancelled on me
Alisa, on June 8, 2018 at 4:36 PM

So I was having a girl in a near by town do my wedding cake she was only charging me $250.00 for a four tier cake. I get one my phone and found I had a Facebook message from her. She told she...

Mim, Jun 9, 2018 12 454
Em
Meal options?
Em, on June 5, 2018 at 11:43 AM

So I assembling our tentative menu for the caterer and I'm not sure what/how many meal options to offer. I think we are going with plated it that makes any difference. Iwas thinking of doing choice of...

Holly, Jun 9, 2018 27 1,741
Lysa
dj in a different area?
Lysa, on June 8, 2018 at 4:08 PM

Has anyone had an experience with the DJ being in a different area/room than where the guests are dining? The main reason we are considering having DJ in a different area is because if we have the...

Lysa, Jun 9, 2018 12 1,137
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Comparing Venue Options-possible App?
Breanna, on June 7, 2018 at 11:07 AM

I am just beginning my wedding planning and the venue is my main focus. I have emailed every venue in town, but I'm trying to figure out a way to track and easily compare pricing, accommodations, and...

emcknight1517, Jun 8, 2018 9 193
Judy
Floating candle centerpieces
Judy, on June 4, 2018 at 6:43 PM

Hi, All! My fiancé and I decided to use 3 cylinder vases with floating candles as centerpieces at the reception. For those of you who have seen them used, or are thinking about using them yourselves,...

Disney Bride2020, Jun 8, 2018 11 470
Stephanie
i need inspiration for dessert table/cake!
Stephanie, on June 6, 2018 at 1:40 PM

Hi!!! My venue charges a cake cutting fee and I’d rather not pay that for a big cake because in my experience, not a lot of people eat cake anyways. And, I don’t think we are going to call attention...

OnCloudRawls, Jun 8, 2018 12 279
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Cutting the song short
Arielle , on June 4, 2018 at 9:24 AM

For our first dance, our wedding planner said an almost four and 1/2 minute long song will become awkward after two minutes. Well our joint mother/son- Father/Daughter song is just as long. Anyone cut...

Angelica, Jun 8, 2018 10 4,093
Erika
Suggestions on getting dry ice for first dance and 2 tv monitors
Erika, on June 7, 2018 at 4:34 PM

I just found out that my package from the Pros Weddings which includes videographer, photographer and Dj don't offer these 2 services. And I am checking last minute quotes for it. Can anyone give me...

KiwiDerbyBride, Jun 7, 2018 12 1,028
Erika
Suggestion for Grandma and Groom dance
Erika, on June 7, 2018 at 2:56 PM

Does anyone has suggestions for English or Spanish songs for Grandma and Groom dance since I would like something that has a meaning. My Groom's mom is in Argentina and it was impossible for her to be...

Neffe, Jun 7, 2018 1 3,434
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