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Ask a Venue to Ask Another Couple to Trade Dates?
Sherri, on August 27, 2020 at 11:59 AM

This is going to sound really weird. My fiance has a thing about numbers and dates. We really want to do 10/2/2021 and have spent a long time looking for venues with that date. We found a venue that...

Taylor, Sep 8, 2020 40 15,184
Brittany
Candles for outdoor daytime decor?
Brittany, on September 7, 2020 at 11:27 AM

Hi everyone! We recently changed out event from indoor nighttime to outdoor daytime in less than 3 weeks. I have over 200 candles that I purchased on Facebook marketplace. My original wedding was all...

Sexypoodle, Sep 8, 2020 12 1,650
Jami
March 2021 brides
Jami, on September 5, 2020 at 10:04 AM

Omg march 2021 brides we are 6 months away. how is your planning going? what do you have done so far? i'm feeling like this is going to go by so fast

Kimberly, Sep 7, 2020 17 407
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Backyard Ceremony & Reception timeline
Jannie, on September 6, 2020 at 11:45 PM

Im having trouble doing a wedding day timeline for my backyard wedding. My ceremony starts at 3pm, no first look, and no cocktail hour. Does someone have a similar layout and can tell me what they...

Yasmine, Sep 7, 2020 6 951
Becoming a Mrs
What are you walking down the aisle to?
Becoming a Mrs, on January 8, 2016 at 7:28 PM

I really don't want to be traditional and was thinking the song "marry me" by train to walk down the aisle to. Also are u doing a different song for the wedding party or will it be the same for...

Selena, Sep 6, 2020 122 2,134 2
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No Hotel Rooms Left!
Tori, on March 5, 2019 at 6:18 AM

In our perpetual state of being behind on things, my fiance and I just started researching hotel blocks this past weekend for our wedding on May 17th only to find that nearly everything is booked!...

Jana, Sep 5, 2020 16 1,772
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Blanket rentals?
Nicole, on September 4, 2020 at 5:27 PM

Hi, October outdoor wedding coming up and I wanted to get a bunch of blankets. Does anyone know a blanket rental company that I can use and then mail back?

Countrydarlin2022, Sep 5, 2020 4 2,365
Kelly
How to make it clear there's NO plus one?
Kelly, on August 7, 2013 at 11:32 AM

I've heard a lot of stories on here about people inviting themselves, or assuming they get a plus one. How can I make it perfectly clear that no, you don't get a plus one. FH and I decided that unless...

Alyssa, Sep 5, 2020 44 83,110 7
Erin
Brides getting married September 2021
Erin, on February 10, 2020 at 11:54 AM

Hey ladies!! I know we’re still a long way out but what so far have you done? I’m getting married September 25, 2021. So far I have the venue (catering and bar included), bridal party, photographer,...

Sandra, Sep 2, 2020 14 943 3
Celina
Only for those whose wedding is in 2022
Celina, on August 29, 2020 at 8:06 PM

If your wedding is in 2022 have you done anything for your wedding yet? All I’ve done is work on a budget but everyone keeps asking me questions but at least this time I’ve just been saying we haven’t...

Celina, Sep 1, 2020 31 596 2
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How much does a destination wedding cost?
taylor, on March 2, 2018 at 3:30 PM

Hello all!I could use some advice from anyone that has done a wedding at an all inclusive resort! Any advice on cutting down the costs at these resorts? I have been researching and planning a...

Jo, Aug 31, 2020 12 725
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Cake Stands - Yay or Nay? Buy or DIY?
Sam, on April 17, 2015 at 9:03 PM

Hi, everyone. I am on the fence about a cake stand/platform/plateau. I realize it makes things look very pretty, but in all honesty, is it necessary? I originally was looking for a round, gold cake...

Jana, Aug 29, 2020 20 256
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Wedding hashtag ideas for Thomas/fuss
Sarah, on August 27, 2020 at 10:48 AM

Hi there! So I have been trying to think of a wedding hashtag for a few weeks now and nothing is sounding too great. Does anyone have any ideas?? Names are Sarah Fuss and Tony Thomas. I do like the...

Sarah, Aug 28, 2020 8 744
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Any Filipino brides out there know where to get veil/cord/coin?
Carolyn and George, on March 22, 2015 at 2:53 PM

Hi all! I am planning on doing the Filipino veil/cord/coin ceremony at my wedding. Does anyone know a good place to order those items from?

Gelaine, Aug 27, 2020 1 5,821 1
Patricia
how many people should i invite to my wedding?
Patricia, on January 26, 2015 at 2:54 PM

I know that not everyone invited is going to be able to come, but how do I compensate for that? For example, if we want to max our guest list at 75 how many people should we invite? Is there like a...

Jana, Aug 27, 2020 16 3,897
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How long does it take to plan a wedding?
Tyiesha , on September 11, 2018 at 6:41 PM

Is giving yourself a year enough time to plan a wedding? How long did you guys give yourself to plan? Is a year rushing it?

Jo, Aug 27, 2020 17 333
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Unsure about first look and vows
Grace, on August 22, 2020 at 9:04 AM

The two major things we have left to decide on is whether or not we’re going to do a first look and then how we’re going to do vows. We’re definitely not saying our vows at the alter in front of...

Kimberly, Aug 27, 2020 17 1,564
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When should wedding invitations go out?
Mrs.cahenzli, on June 7, 2018 at 12:46 PM

My wedding is oct 6th and I am doing a buffet style meal where I dont need to give a head count for the caterers. With that being said when should I mail my invitations and when should I have my RSVPs...

Jana, Aug 25, 2020 10 323
Taryn
RSVPify.com - would you? Have you?
Taryn, on February 19, 2015 at 6:03 PM

I'm thinking of doing this. It would be quicker to receive RSVPs, and less to haggle with. Have you/would you? I would include a small card with the invitation that said to go there and RSVP.

Jana, Aug 25, 2020 17 4,107
Jackie
Rain during outdoor wedding with Covid
Jackie, on August 20, 2020 at 11:24 AM

Hi all! I am getting married in a week, on the 28th. There is a 60% chance of thunderstorms during the day and night. I know this could change, but I am still panicking. Due to Covid, we can’t use our...

Jackie, Aug 25, 2020 5 384
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