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Reeta
dj lighting necessary for outdoor venue?
Reeta, on March 14, 2023 at 11:26 PM

My wedding venue is completely outdoors. We will have a proper Dancefloor and Christmas lights, as well as market, lighting for ambience, otherwise everything is under the stars. Do you think it’s...

Brandeykael, Mar 16, 2023 6 300
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Who sets up the tablescape?
Alexandria, on March 15, 2023 at 12:37 AM

Apart from my florists setting up the floral arrangements, the hotel setting up the tables, and the rental company bringing and setting up the chairs, who should be responsible for setting up the...

Shannon, Mar 15, 2023 4 474
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Wedding Reception …..
Jonswife, on March 13, 2023 at 1:24 PM

I had a wedding venue set up and place for my wedding in June but just last week they backed out. And now I have no ideal with I am going to do about a venue.. Has this ever happen to you? I was...

Jacks, Mar 14, 2023 13 715
Krysten
Signature Drink Names
Krysten, on March 12, 2023 at 1:16 PM

I had so many great ideas shared on my last signature drink post for my fiancé, thought i’d try for myself too 🤪 my name is krysten so maybe something with thati’m also a super fan of hello kitty so...

Erin, Mar 13, 2023 5 142
Michelle
Wedding favors - having candy buffet or pre-packaged candy?
Michelle, on March 10, 2023 at 11:18 PM

I was wondering what your guys' thoughts are on using a candy buffet for wedding favors? Like having a table set up of different jars of candy and giving guests little bags where they can take the...

Cece, Mar 12, 2023 5 2,362
Michelle
Reception food: what are you serving?
Michelle, on March 10, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Are you doing a full meal and deciding between plated or stations? Are you serving dessert only or going for a full meal with heavy appetizers? What does your menu look like?

Karissa, Mar 12, 2023 2 623
Emily
Best music streaming service to use?
Emily, on March 14, 2021 at 5:18 PM

We are planning to do our own music and just have a friend “manage” the music. What is the best music streaming service to use for a wedding? Preferably something that I can make a playlist and will...

Clame, Mar 9, 2023 8 1,360
Marie488
Father/daughter dance
Marie488, on March 7, 2023 at 7:01 PM

I have a question. My family is very close, so I could ask them but I figured easier to get a group opinion. My family and I used to sing a certain song in the car all the time, it became our family...

Michelle, Mar 7, 2023 4 480
Fanta
Small wedding worry
Fanta, on February 14, 2022 at 11:08 AM

Anyone out there having a small wedding? We aiming for 70- 75ish people. While I’m happy with they amount of people, I’m worried it won’t be enough people to keep the vibe up/dance floor going? Am I...

Karla, Mar 7, 2023 8 716
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Cake and Punch Reception Menu
Victoria, on March 2, 2023 at 1:24 PM

Our wedding is taking place at 2PM at our church and the reception will be held in the church fellowship hall. I'm guessing the reception won't last much longer than 2 hours or so. We are expecting...

Michelle, Mar 7, 2023 6 2,169
Nicole
How to make a non-alcoholic wedding fun!
Nicole, on March 2, 2023 at 10:45 PM

Any suggestions!? I’ve seen ideas on Pinterest of games or something of this sort… we’re not having alcohol/dancing bc of cultural opinions (which is perfect with me) but I want to make sure to have a...

CM, Mar 4, 2023 3 650
FaithAnne
Late Morning/early Afternoon wedding followed by bar crawl
FaithAnne, on March 2, 2023 at 5:38 AM

Hi everyone! I am looking for some opinions and advice! My wife and I (we eloped October 2022, having a family/friend celebration and vow renewal on our 1st anniversary) are keeping thing budget...

Candace, Mar 2, 2023 4 649
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Different days??
Lala, on February 10, 2023 at 1:56 AM

Hi there guys! Has anyone ever had the ceremony and the reception on different days? I’d love to hear the stories!!!

Michelle, Mar 1, 2023 11 853
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Wedding Length
Ebony, on February 22, 2023 at 5:16 PM

Hello Ladies I'm having a non traditional destination wedding. My fiancé and I are having some technicalities but not to many, it's helping with the stress, pressure, and we're not the traditional...

Ebony, Mar 1, 2023 25 1,130 1
Emily
Cocktail hour?
Emily, on March 27, 2021 at 10:47 AM

So, since I haven’t been to very many weddings I have been watching the show Four Weddings and I’ve noticed most brides have cocktail hour space separate from the actual reception space. Is this ideal...

Kayla, Mar 1, 2023 15 1,536
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Wedding venue
Mrs., on February 28, 2023 at 4:55 PM

Wondering if anyone has tried to get rid of their wedding date so they could book a preferred venue and was successful at doing so ?

Erin, Feb 28, 2023 12 635
Kaitlyn
Song Ideas
Kaitlyn, on February 24, 2023 at 2:36 PM

My died passed away 10 years ago, and my brother will be the one walking me down the aisle. At the reception, I’m not sure if I want to have a dance with my brother or my mom, or possibly both. FH...

Kaitlyn, Feb 27, 2023 2 608
Rhea
Batman
Rhea, on October 22, 2020 at 11:42 AM

Hi. My FH is a huge Batman fan. I am looking for subtle ways to incorporate Batman into our wedding. I have a Batman ring box, cufflinks, and a Batman peering out from the wedding cake. Any other...

Shayla, Feb 24, 2023 13 931
Kate
What was your bar ratio for beer:wine:liquor?
Kate, on February 22, 2023 at 12:51 PM

I am seeing different open bar calculators. Some say 50% wine, 25% beer, 25% liquor. Some say 25% wine, 25% beer, 50% liquor. Our wedding is May 28 in a warm climate. That is the Sunday of memorial...

Kate, Feb 24, 2023 7 2,205
futuremrsrichardson
Mariachi
futuremrsrichardson, on May 8, 2018 at 6:44 PM

I am debating having a Mariachi group play for an hour at my wedding during dinner. I am half Mexican so this would really honor my heritage. My grandpa was also a singer in a tejano band back in the...

Jennifer, Feb 21, 2023 23 1,872
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