Discussions from Planning

We've finished tracking down our final RSVP's, and I'm feeling kinda sad as certain people have RSVP'ed no. They have absolutely valid reasons, and yet, after rescheduling our wedding for a third time...

We are having our reception at the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs. However, the venue manager has informed me that they do not block hotel rooms for weddings. I do recommend that our guests stay at...

Hi, I am planning my wedding and my Future MIL would like to add some of her family into our guests list and my fiancé and I are totally fine with that, since we are going to be using their property...

Thinking of eloping considering all that’s going on and having our big reception with all of our extended family and friends in March 2023. Would we still be able to work in things like my dad walking...

I feel like I’m all over the place 😫 where do I even start?

Our ceremony and reception venues are at different locations. It's about 10 minutes away. Both venues have plenty of parking space. We have an estimated 70-80 guests total. Should I provide shuttle or...

If you've been a bridesmaid--how long did it actually take you to put on your dress & shoes? As a bride, how long did it take you for your dress? I'm trying to sort out a detailed timeline,...

My husband & myself didn’t get to have a real wedding due to being pregnant with our son. We are having a 5 year vow renewal but it will be our actual big day. White dress, suit. Is it dumb to...

I've seen these on a few sites, are you supposed to get boxes so guests can take leftover cake with them? Is anyone doing this? How do you know how many to buy?

Hello everyone! I haven't posted a bam yet since we just got back from our mini moon but I had a question for you all- do you think it was okay for our bartender to have a tip jar on the bar at our...

For those that are requiring vaccines to attend, are you going off the honor system, or are you requiring people to submit proof?

I'm getting ready to pull the trigger and invite our guests with online invites. Can you tell me when you think they should go out? Everything is virtual. Has anyone else used them? Did you like them?...

Hello my fellow covid brides and grooms! Last year we married during covid and created many subtle changes that protected our guests. Like many of you, we didn’t want our wedding to look...

Anyone getting married in Michigan and if so, where at?

Hey guys! We are trying to book with a licensed bartender!! Any suggestions?! Maybe like a mobile bar!!

I’ve seen several posts on here regarding what to provide for bridal party for food while getting ready. I know I don’t want to do bagels or anything too expensive! Thoughts? And brides what did you...

Hi all! What are you all packing or how are you making your packing list for the wedding day to make sure you aren’t forgetting anything and are prepared for your big day? Struggling to find a good...

Heyyy!!! So we have decided to do a destination wedding in Puerto Rico, however, we are having a hard time choosing a venue. Has anybody done a destination wedding in Puerto Rico that can recommend...

I need some help, I am extremely overwhelmed at this point, my wedding is October 2nd. I've never been to a real wedding so I don't have a clue of what to plan at what times. When do you do the cake...

The ceremony is outside under shade trees about 50 yards from reception building (dance hall) Mariachis begin ceremony music outside at ceremony site at 5:30 when guests start arriving. Procession to...