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Darian
8 hour timeline!
Darian, on January 4, 2022 at 9:29 PM

How would one go about making a timeliness when you only have the venue for 8 hours? Time includes 2 hours for setup and 1 hour for breakdown. Which leaves 5 hours total for ceremony and reception.

Darian, Jan 6, 2022 7 341
Brianna
Bridesmaids gifts
Brianna, on December 27, 2021 at 9:29 PM

I want to get my bridesmaids a “thank you” gift. I was thinking robes, slippers and one other item but I can’t think of what I want to get them. I’m trying find something that’s cute but won’t break...

Kristen, Jan 6, 2022 8 281
Katryna
Wedding cake
Katryna, on January 5, 2022 at 11:03 PM

When did everyone schedule their cake tasting? I'm having my wedding at a venue that partners with a bakery. It just so happens that it's one of my favorite bakeries. I want to make sure I book them...

Kristen, Jan 6, 2022 3 88
Xauddina
When to Send Save The Dates?!
Xauddina, on December 29, 2021 at 2:24 PM

Hello! Our wedding date is April 23, 2023! So far away but I already feel it creeping up! We are trying to figure out when to send save the date?! We have heard 1 year is nice if they are magnets so...

Alanna, Jan 6, 2022 19 1,394
Sarah
Timeline for Day of Wedding
Sarah, on January 6, 2022 at 11:44 AM

Hello everyone! Apologize in advance for any silly questions. I don’t know much about weddings & such haha. I received a suggested timeline from my photographer which is below and wanted to know...

Sarah, Jan 6, 2022 2 117
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Guest Parking
Ashley, on January 5, 2022 at 3:39 PM

My venue is a hotel near the airport, since 90% of guests are OOT. As part of the wedding package, guest parking is $10, discounted from about $30, since it is an airport hotel after...

Meghan, Jan 6, 2022 6 137
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Destination Wedding
Sadie, on December 29, 2021 at 8:23 PM

Any tips on destination wedding? We’re getting married out of the country in Mexico and I was wondering what I should bring on my carry on. Wedding dress? Shoes? Also, if anyone has had a destination...

Sara M, Jan 6, 2022 5 143
Tiffany
Caribbean Destination Elopement rates?!?
Tiffany, on January 5, 2022 at 11:24 AM

Hello. What is the typical cost for a Caribbean Destination? I’m planning an elopement and I want to spend around $5000 for everything. Where do I start and is that a good budget? Thanks in...

Tiffany, Jan 6, 2022 7 125 1
David
Wholesale flowers in Mexico
David, on January 5, 2022 at 2:12 AM

I know we have globalroses.com in America, but I was wondering if there were some type of company like that in Mexico that would be willing to ship roses and other flowers for wholesale price when...

David, Jan 6, 2022 2 56
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Elope then celebrate?
Nataly, on January 5, 2022 at 6:22 PM

I’ve been considering eloping and have a dinner/party after but I can’t picture the night. How would I do that? Elope with our parents/siblings and then meet up at a different location with everyone...

Nataly, Jan 6, 2022 2 83
Lynne
Took a long time...
Lynne, on January 5, 2022 at 9:40 PM

My man and I were supposed to get married two years ago but covid changed that. Then it was going to be last year, but finances got in the way. As each date came and went I never got upset. We FINALLY...

Lynne, Jan 5, 2022 2 106
Sheila
Venue Prices Increased overnight.
Sheila, on January 4, 2022 at 11:33 PM

My fiance and I found our perfect venue. Location, style, theme. We've both been unbelievably excited. Imagine hobbit themed garden wedding. We even extended our budget by $5,000 to accommodate...

Pirate & 60s Bride, Jan 5, 2022 18 538
Kia
Wedding planning timeline
Kia, on January 3, 2022 at 11:41 AM

Hey ladies! I'm trying to figure out when I need to start planning for certain things like Caterer, dj, decorator, save the dates, invitations, bridesmaids dresses, etc. For those that are married or...

Kia, Jan 5, 2022 14 216
Micah
Invitations
Micah, on January 1, 2022 at 7:45 PM

I am torn between digital save the date and invitations or actual paper invites. ideas? pros cons?

Josie, Jan 5, 2022 13 225
Mrs.evans
Move to a new date and venue not responding
Mrs.evans, on December 22, 2021 at 9:48 PM

With all of this pandemic still around and these new strains ppl in my in my wedding party either not vaccinated yet or have gotten sick. Our new date is 10/30/22. I'm hoping that their isn't any...

Mrs.evans, Jan 5, 2022 7 280
Elizabeth
Co-maids of Honor Only?
Elizabeth, on January 4, 2022 at 1:56 PM

I have 2 women that I want by my side for my wedding. My fiancé does not want a wedding party but I have already decided to honor them but not have them stand with me at the alter. I am wondering what...

Lynnie, Jan 5, 2022 3 78
Penny
Couples getting married on September 28, 2023
Penny, on January 3, 2022 at 1:08 PM

Hello. My name is Penny. My fiance Greg and I have been together 15 months. He proposed in front of friends on December 23rd after asking two of my boys for permission first. He didn't ask my middle...

Penny, Jan 5, 2022 2 55
Aireanna
Help!!
Aireanna, on January 4, 2022 at 8:21 PM

I need help finding a venue that's available august 27 2022 for my wedding and reception at same place

Kristen, Jan 5, 2022 6 132
Sharon
How to deal w/planning bad news/depression?
Sharon, on December 15, 2021 at 11:51 PM

Curious how others are coping with planning stress and receiving bad news? I’ve lost 2 bridesmaids and 2 major musicians (friends) due to unavoidable conflicts, and have been getting strung along by a...

Sharon, Jan 5, 2022 7 214
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Getting ready
Brianna, on January 4, 2022 at 12:28 PM

If my ceremony is at a church and my reception is somewhere else, where would I get ready? Do places normally let you get ready in theirs bridal suit and leave and come back? I’m just thinking for...

Jessica, Jan 5, 2022 5 107
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