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Kathryn
How can i make my reception more interesting/interactive?
Kathryn, on May 26, 2024 at 8:38 PM

Ok, so a quick summary of the situation....I will be a 61 year old first-time bride and my fiance is 59 (also his first marriage). We are getting married privately at the courthouse and then having a...

Elly, Jun 20, 2024 5 170 1
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Thoughts on Plastic Plates for Food Stations??
hbride2025, on June 24, 2024 at 9:52 AM

So we're doing 3 active food stations for our wedding: 1. Beef tenderloin with potatoes and green beans 2. Pasta Station 3. Grilled cheese and soup station Our caterer informed us we'll have to get at...

hbride2025, Yesterday at 4:08 PM 5 71
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Dad/daughter song
Labrina, on June 26, 2024 at 10:04 PM

The person I’m doing my dad/daughter song with is not my father but is a family member. I would like to have a special upbeat dance with them and I don’t want to slow dance with them. I wanted to do...

Labrina, Jun 26, 2024 10
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Thoughts on number of hors d'oeuvres during cocktail hour?
Donna, on June 25, 2024 at 2:14 PM

Hi there! i'm in the midst of planning our cocktail reception and i'm struggling a bit with the right number of hors d'oeuvres to serve during cocktail hour. right now, our schedule is: 3:45 - 4:15P...

LM, Jun 26, 2024 4 89
Hillary
Songs Dedicated to Special Uncle
Hillary, on June 17, 2024 at 5:29 PM

I seek a country song to honor my uncle on my wedding day. He's been a father figure to me and my sister. My fiancé recognized his significance and included him in the proposal, alongside my stepdad....

Elly, Jun 22, 2024 2 44
Kimberly
How Many Desserts Do We Order?
Kimberly, on June 18, 2024 at 4:36 PM

Hi everyone, we’ll be having approximately 100 guests. Groom and I are ordering a small wedding cake for us to slice. We’ll be doing a dessert table for our guests with things like churros, cupcakes,...

Veronica, Jun 19, 2024 2 315
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Albanian Band for Mykonos Wedding
Angela, on June 11, 2024 at 2:34 AM

Hello, Does anyone have recommendations for an Albanian band that can play in Mykonos, Greece? I am having a difficult time finding a vendor. Thank you, Angela

Michael, Jun 16, 2024 1 15
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Songs for High School Sweethearts
Devyn, on March 20, 2019 at 11:01 AM

I've seen threads for this before, but haven't found them very helpful. What I'm looking for are songs that don't have references to breaking up, other lovers, things like "this time". There's a few...

Joshua, Jun 13, 2024 19 48,032 3
Alaisha
Need Advice and Opinions
Alaisha, on June 10, 2024 at 8:47 PM

I’m having a destination wedding and decorating myself just want advice if this looks okay?

Alaisha, Jun 12, 2024 7 165 1
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Navy and Champagne Reception
Maria, on May 24, 2024 at 8:28 PM

Hello! I am planning a wedding for October 2024. Our colors will be navy and champagne. If you used those colors, can I please see some reception pictures? We are deciding on table decor and could use...

Maria, Jun 12, 2024 4 61
nosila13
Post-destination Wedding At-home Reception - Is it becoming more prevalent?
nosila13, on January 31, 2018 at 12:16 PM

I just wanted to hear general thoughts on the appeal and popularity of couples throwing a less formal to casual reception in their hometown upon returning from their destination wedding. The wedding...

Kezia, Jun 11, 2024 13 4,165
Susan
Cake Boxes!
Susan, on September 20, 2021 at 12:22 PM

Pre-Covid, we had our cake tasting and a huge guest list. We've cut the guest list down to 90 people from 150 people, but now only 55 people are coming. We cut the cake down to 123 people, but we...

Jameswarren, Jun 9, 2024 6 278
Sarah
Tasting Menu
Sarah, on June 7, 2024 at 4:07 PM

Hi everyone, Having a destination wedding & a tasting in July. Anyone have advice/tips when choosing menu. Plates or buffet & how to choose food! There’s got to be a strategy to this right?

Veronica, Jun 8, 2024 3 199
Elizabeth
Casino gaming tables at the reception?
Elizabeth, on September 19, 2019 at 5:38 PM

What do y'all think of having casino gaming tables at the reception? Not many of our guests are big dancers; they'll sit and appreciate music, but not dance. Plus, all of my finance's family members...

GigangrxJack, Jun 7, 2024 12 1,874
Savannah
Need help brainstorming a unique experience
Savannah, on June 4, 2024 at 2:53 PM

Hello to the sharp thinkers out there- I need your help! I am having a relatively non-traditional wedding, and I need to find some kind of experience or activity to really tie the whole thing...

LM, Jun 7, 2024 4 107
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Need some input! No dj at reception? Good or bad?
Megan, on June 5, 2024 at 10:35 PM

Hi, we are struggling with the idea of having a DJ. We will be non traditional, no public ceremony, no parent dances, no cake cutting. Essnetially all the extra things you need a DJ for beyond playing...

Veronica, Jun 7, 2024 7 138
Cbms08
Help cant decide on colors
Cbms08, on April 27, 2024 at 11:59 PM

I am not sure what to do...I have fucsia bridesmaid dresses and navy tux. But unsure of what colord to do the wedding decore...

Azra, Jun 7, 2024 5 129
Michelle
Dance floor props?
Michelle, on June 3, 2024 at 7:29 PM

Do you have a favorite type of item? Or do you prefer to skip them?

Pat, Jun 5, 2024 3 54
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Food truck
Marissa, on January 2, 2018 at 8:55 AM

Hello!! We are planning on having a food truck at our wedding. We wanted a less expensive way to provide great, unique food for our guests. Just wondering if anyone has every done that before and how...

Abbey, Jun 4, 2024 19 3,947
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Mexican Food
Jorie, on February 5, 2019 at 8:34 PM

Has anyone ever had Mexican food at their reception? It is my favorite and I really want to have it. I am worried it will look tacky. I am thinking I can "fancy" up the buffet with some glass bowls,...

Eliana, Jun 4, 2024 18 6,083
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