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Vanessa
Cake talk
Vanessa, on June 3, 2021 at 10:17 AM

Has anyone used a naked cake for their wedding ? Reviews ? 😊 Thanks in advance💕

Vanessa, Jun 7, 2021 13 846
Sara
Bridal Party Introduction
Sara, on June 3, 2021 at 11:07 AM

How are you brides planning on introducing your bridal party? Ours will more than likely be able to enjoy a small portion of the cocktail hour after photos, but I still would like to do something fun...

Milada, Jun 7, 2021 11 2,277
Taylor
Backyard reception?
Taylor, on March 11, 2018 at 12:51 AM

In order to save money (and since we are having a smaller wedding) my fiance and I are having our reception in my mom and dad's backyard. It has a large, pretty cute area of grass perfect for tables...

RebeccaOgden, Jun 5, 2021 30 1,400
Britt
What kind of food to serve ?
Britt, on June 3, 2021 at 9:22 PM

Are you y’all serving a dinner or just finger foods and a cake? I can’t really decide on what to do 😅🥴

Michelle, Jun 4, 2021 8 752
Alma
Dollar dance song
Alma, on June 3, 2021 at 2:17 PM

Hi I need ideas for dollar dance songs? any ideas, no country please.

Alma, Jun 4, 2021 2 1,032
K
Tips for decorating a room divider?
K, on June 4, 2021 at 7:08 AM

We downsized due to COVID so they are dividing our venue space (obviously the tables are not set up in the picture). Any ideas on what I could do to the divider? Does it need to be decorated? I had...

K, Jun 4, 2021 8 1,166
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How to fill a dance floor after dinner
Valerie, on June 2, 2021 at 11:15 PM

I really don’t like the idea of a bridal party dance (where groomsmen and bridesmaids dance together) but my mom is pushing it and my videographer is pushing it and so is my DJ. Is this really a...

C, Jun 4, 2021 18 2,738
Carmen
Wedding Reception Activities
Carmen, on May 17, 2021 at 12:35 AM

I'm not sure what it is called, but I'm looking for an alternative to having a photo booth for guests. I'm not sure what this general topic is called but I'd love to know if anyone has some fun,...

Carmen, Jun 3, 2021 8 739
Madison
Signature Cocktails
Madison, on June 1, 2021 at 6:51 PM

Hi! Trying to get ideas for our signature cocktails for our October wedding. We get to pick 2 signature cocktails for our reception and I'm trying to look for something that's creative, but not too...

Madison, Jun 2, 2021 15 1,228
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Wedding
Musi, on June 2, 2021 at 2:36 AM

I want to know how long my reception should be we’re having a small quick ceremony at a church then a reception at a venue . Any ideas thank you

Michelle, Jun 2, 2021 6 835
Mary
Sweetheart Table? Or Bridal Party Table?
Mary, on May 17, 2021 at 7:11 PM

Are you doing a sweetheart table or a table for your whole bridal party? I'm curious if the bridal party table is a thing still. And if you're doing a bridal party table, how are you seating the...

Kayla, Jun 1, 2021 30 955
CountryBride
Candy Buffet
CountryBride, on May 28, 2021 at 6:17 PM

So we are having kids at the wedding, I was thinking of doing a fun candy display for the kids, I was wondering how much candy I was thinking maybe no more than 10 Jars with different candy's in them...

Kayla, Jun 1, 2021 6 746
Danielle
Dance Conundrum - Please Help!
Danielle, on May 31, 2021 at 12:36 PM

Alright friends, I need your help! My wedding celebration (covid weddings, yay) is in 3 weeks. I am planning everything myself and am at a loss. My husband and I don't want to do the first dance by...

Stephanie, Jun 1, 2021 8 652
Jessica
Let's talk grand (reception) entrance!
Jessica, on May 15, 2021 at 7:21 PM

What do you have planned (or what did you do)? Are you doing anything special (performance, dance, skit) or do you plan to just kind of bop about through the doors to an awesome song?? I have seen...

Sexypoodle, Jun 1, 2021 6 802
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Is this tacky?
Patrice Nov2021, on May 29, 2021 at 10:32 AM

Hi ladies! So I need your thoughts on this, and need to know if the idea is tacky or reasonable: My reception is 4 hours. However, only 3 hours are included with open bar. The venue is charging...

Melle, Jun 1, 2021 19 789
Emily
Party Songs!
Emily, on May 31, 2021 at 12:35 PM

I need help with some good party songs for my reception! We are doing our own music, no DJ. The first half of the reception were playing more family friendly songs like Backstreet Boys, Cupid Shuffle,...

devotedlydavis, May 31, 2021 4 637
Monique
Wedding timeline
Monique, on May 15, 2021 at 11:48 AM

Hey ladies can i see your wedding timeline my wedding is May 30 5:30-11:30 pm!

Rosie, May 31, 2021 10 1,230 2
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Are Charger Plates for decoration only?
Dana, on May 25, 2021 at 12:09 AM

Are we supposed to eat off the charger plates or are they for decoration only??

Nisha, May 31, 2021 18 1,049
Shannon
Photo Booth
Shannon, on May 20, 2021 at 11:45 PM

Hello everyone! Are you guys getting a photo booth for your reception and if so, how long will you rent it out for? Thanks!

Chaka, May 31, 2021 34 1,589
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Entertainment during cocktail hour
Jerrica, on May 27, 2021 at 1:31 PM

Hello! I am not sure if I am overthinking things or not. We are planning a smaller wedding with only close friends and family, roughly 40 people. We will be married at a church and are having a dinner...

Alisha, May 30, 2021 15 920
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