Discussions by Kristen

Alright so, I bought some really pretty lanterns on sale + with a gift card at Pier 1 a few months ago. Now, I still want to use them, but my venue doesn’t allow candles on tabletops (no open flames...

What are the determining factors for if a wedding would be considered formal or informal? I’m thinking mine would be considered “informal” but I want some opinions!

I am allowed two cocktails in the bar package I chose. I know for sure I am picking whiskey & coke as one because that's a very popular drink and is a favorite for many of my family members. For...

I went to a wedding recently where there was an adult flower girl and an adult ring bearer - I have never seen this before and it seemed like everyone either loved or hated it. My fiance and I have...

For anyone looking to grow their hair out for the big day, just wanted to share the following collection by Marc Anthony: https://marcanthony.com/collection/strengthening-grow-long/ I use the leave-in...

Originally I wasn't going to do this but I already have something new (my dress and jewelry/hair accessory), something old (grandmother's engagement ring, wearing on my right hand), and something...

Hi everyone! My FH’s grandmother does not speak English, so my FMIL has offered to type the translation of our ceremony if we can get a copy from the officiant, and our vows. Should I get the...

I know, I am super far from the wedding day but I am so tempted because FH and I chose our template for wedding website (using the knot, didn't like WW options) and there are matching invites! They...

For those who went for a tasting, how long did it take? What kind of questions did you ask? We already chose what we will be trying, and already have a quote.

Since a lot of my guests are from oot, people are telling me I “have to” do a welcome dinner. The only problem with this is I will have SO many oot guests I don’t think this would come very cheap,...

Hi Georgia brides! I am looking for Dress Shops in either Cobb, North Fulton area, or Gwinnett. I already have an appt. scheduled this fall at Formally Yours but everyone keeps telling me to visit at...

If most guests are coming from OOT, when should a hotel block be done? Also, how do hotel blocks work, do I need to contact a hotel directly?

I want to have my hair down for the ceremony and pictures immediately afterwards, but then I want it to be up so the detail on the back of my dress can be seen during the reception. Also I have a LOT...

For those of you who did or are planning on it, how did you ask your friend/family member to officiate your wedding? How long before your date did you ask? Did you pay them or get a gift?

The shop I wanted to go to was having a sale. I had a feeling I should go and I ended up getting the exact dress I wanted! Its a size too large which honestly is okay because I have a while. I got it...

...it can't hurt to get more ideas, right? Future last name is Koch, pronounced "Coke" my current last name is way too long to put in a hashtag, and we don't want first names in it but other...

Has anyone ever hired a caricature artist for their wedding? I keep hearing from people that it's not much more expensive than having a photobooth. I can't seem to find any near me though

Is there a way to completely clear out everything in the budget and basically re-start? After the update, some of my stuff got messed up. There are no labels on anything. I have tried editing it and...

Does the bride have to be on the left side? Also, is it okay to have a reserved sign only on the first rows (for immediate family) and everyone else just sits where they want?

I am trying to collect some ideas for my makeup. I already know who is doing it and she's done my makeup before. I just am not sure what eyeshadow and lipstick colors to go with. - I will be wearing a...