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Hannah
No hard Liquor allowed at venue
Hannah, on November 19, 2021 at 9:29 AM

Our venue only allows beer and wine. We have informed our families and they are aware. However they are also the type of people to still do it. As well as we have been informed by his godfather that...

Hannah, Nov 19, 2021 8 1,292
Michelle
What chairs are the most comfy as a guest ?
Michelle, on November 18, 2021 at 10:32 PM

The folding wood or the Chiavari? Something else entirely? There are so many choices at the rental companies and it’s impossible to tell from pictures what is comfortable and what isn’t.

Samantha, Nov 19, 2021 3 444 1
Melinda
How much beer would you buy?
Melinda, on November 18, 2021 at 2:21 PM

We just received our beer pricing information from our venue (we have to use their beer vendor) and I was a little sticker shocked. We originally were going to do a keg however the pricing is way...

Heather, Nov 18, 2021 6 1,387 2
Karina
Wedding welcome Party??
Karina, on November 17, 2021 at 11:44 PM

Okay here's my dilemma. We are having a destination wedding so we are for sure having a welcome event the day before the wedding. We have it booked for only 1 hour of open bar with 5 different types...

Samantha, Nov 18, 2021 5 1,880
Camryn
Anyone experienced rude wedding photographers?
Camryn, on November 14, 2021 at 9:26 AM

My wedding Friday was absolutely amazing! But my photographer was so incredibly rude that when we’ve talked to family, the bridal party, and multiple guests they have commented on how rude the wedding...

Emilia, Nov 18, 2021 7 1,192
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Father/daughter dance opinion
Jessica, on November 15, 2021 at 10:19 PM

So I’m trying to figure out father/daughter dance songs and I think I know which one I want to choose because it’s extremely sentimental, but not necessarily something everyone would understand. My...

Jessica, Nov 16, 2021 6 714
Sarah
Captain's Table Logistics?
Sarah, on November 14, 2021 at 10:27 AM

My FH and I are choosing to do a captain's table that will be placed on the middle of the dance floor. When the head table is done eating, the hall will dismantle the captain's table and open the...

Lynnie, Nov 16, 2021 4 1,090
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Wedding Reception End?
Lily, on October 23, 2021 at 9:52 PM

Hello! After perusing the forums for a while now I've noticed a lot of people talking about their reception timelines. What has stuck out to me is the discussion surrounding the ending of a wedding....

Lindsaylee, Nov 16, 2021 13 933 2
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Let’s talk wedding cakes
Alexandra, on November 15, 2021 at 8:30 PM

Hello lovely ladies and gents I have a dilemma. Our wedding colors are Navy Blue, Gold with Greenery. I have been looking at 2 tiers wedding cakes in navy blue and I don’t like any I have seen, I am...

Alexandra, Nov 16, 2021 8 698 1
Michelle
Reception music: Cocktail hour/first dance
Michelle, on November 9, 2021 at 3:03 PM

What are you planning to have?

Rosie, Nov 14, 2021 4 540 1
Theresa
Would it be weird to dance with my mom?
Theresa, on November 14, 2021 at 7:59 AM

Good morning I was wondering if it would be weird if I did instead of a father daughter dance a mother daughter dance because my dad passed away I have a step are you I love you very much. That’s my...

bevbabe, Nov 14, 2021 5 1,151
Hope
Mother/son Dance
Hope, on July 24, 2021 at 8:00 PM

I could really use some help, please. I'm trying to find a Mother/Son song. The catch here is that I am the bride, I don't have a father nor anyone still alive that I would consider my father figure....

Joell, Nov 14, 2021 17 931 3
Arieana
Reception Ideas/activities
Arieana, on November 12, 2021 at 11:44 AM

I already have so many fun activities planned for our reception but I’m always looking for more! If anyone needs inspiration for reception activities or has any suggestions shoot me a comment, please...

Emilia, Nov 13, 2021 4 932 2
Victorian Bride
Reception Dilemma! Opinions greatly appreciated! ❤
Victorian Bride, on October 28, 2021 at 10:01 AM

Ok, here is the scenario. We are eloping and our actual wedding will be several months prior to our reception. Our closest guests are 3-6 hours away. The majority live more than 16 hours away or are...

Victorian Bride, Nov 13, 2021 23 1,215 1
Bryanna
Wedding cake thoughts...
Bryanna, on November 12, 2021 at 11:32 AM

So going in to planning our wedding, I knew I wanted the cake to be on my MUSTS list. I wanted the cake to be the main part of the dessert. So we decided on a baker which honestly blew our minds with...

Michelle, Nov 12, 2021 9 726
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Garter toss song?
Monica, on September 11, 2021 at 1:37 PM

I am trying to pick a garter toss song. I think I found one, its hip hop. But i was wondering: the garter removal and garter toss is just that right, like literally remove the garter and toss it? my...

Jennifer, Nov 12, 2021 25 1,626 2
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Taco Truck for 200?
Brooke, on April 24, 2021 at 11:47 PM

Hi! My fiancé and I are planning a 200 person wedding, but we also want it to be more casual and just a large party. We are planning to do a food truck for our reception. We hired a taco truck for...

Felicia, Nov 12, 2021 14 2,690
Lisa
Best Reception Music: Band, DJ, Or Playlist? 🎸🎷🎧🎤💿🎶
Lisa, on November 8, 2021 at 11:20 AM

What do you think works best for reception music: a band, DJ, or playlist? What are you doing for reception music for your wedding ?

Lisa, Nov 11, 2021 14 712 1
Thao
Bilingual Vietnamese & English Dj/emcee.
Thao, on November 11, 2021 at 5:24 AM

Hi, I am looking for a bilingual Vietnamese & English DJ/Emcee.

Lisa, Nov 11, 2021 1 254
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All inclusive vs ala carte
Chloe, on November 3, 2021 at 2:59 AM

Hi everyone, I’ve hit a bit of a road block as my absolute DREAM Venue quoted about 50k average for a 150 guest wedding. I am NOT willing to spend nearly that much on a wedding and am now trying to...

Chloe, Nov 10, 2021 6 926
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