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Syl
Bridesmaids bailed?
Syl, On February 18, 2020 at 01:00

Hi, so I’m stuck in this predicament that my bridesmaids and moh bailed on me. My fiancé and I chose to have a destination wedding a year before the actual wedding. One bridesmaid told me 6 months...

Britt, tuesday 25-Feb-20 6 676
Brooke
Bridal party
Brooke, On February 13, 2020 at 18:06

How soon is too soon to ask people to be in your bridal party? I don’t think my people will change, but I have people telling me it’s still too early to ask. My wedding is November 5th, 2021, I was...

Britt, tuesday 25-Feb-20 10 295
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Who has had a stag and doe?
Julie, On February 13, 2020 at 13:01

Hi everyone! I want to hear from people who have had stag and does - were yours successful? Is there anything you would have changed? Any tips on how to ensure we make the most money possible? Thanks!...

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 5 96
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What do you include in invites if you have a website?
Jennifer, On February 13, 2020 at 14:03

Hi everyone! What are you including in your invites if you’re using a wedding website? I’ve been reading online about inner and outer envelopes and I’m confused. We are just sending the actual invite...

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 12 128
Stefanie
First Look with Dad
Stefanie, On February 14, 2020 at 16:10

I've always been a sucker for the first look photos, but I am also traditional in the way that I want the first time my fiance to see me is when I am walking down the aisle. So I've decided to put a...

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 16 186
Joey
Show off your wedding party!
Joey, On February 18, 2020 at 09:05

Who is in your wedding party? Tell us about how you chose your wedding party members and show some pics of the people who will be standing by your side on your wedding day Photo by Hill Hair and...

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 8 124
Katrena
Trouble with a bridesmaid
Katrena, On February 19, 2020 at 09:57

My bridesmaid hasn't talked to me in a month because she's angry with me and i dont know what to do. So it all started when we were hanging out and she brought up that she thought my maid of honor...

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 8 699
Kristen
Best man concerns
Kristen, On February 19, 2020 at 14:45

Hey Ladies, I know I am probably being silly but did anyone else have concerns on their fiancés choice or best man? The guy he chose didn't talk to my fiancé for over a year when he found out I was...

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 11 288 1
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Guest Accommodations Recommendations/advice
Msss, On February 19, 2020 at 20:55

Hello everyone, My fiancé and I invited my aunts and uncles to the wedding (all of whom live in Italy). At first, only three individuals were coming and now I have been told that six more may come...

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 15 171
Kelsie
Invitation Miracle!
Kelsie, On February 20, 2020 at 19:37

Hey everyone!! I promised I’d follow up about my invitation disaster. I got my final invitations today!! They even threw in favour tags for us for free! FH has the invitations with him so I don’t have...

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 16 211
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rsvp cards & envelopes or postcards - yay or nay?
Msss, On February 21, 2020 at 00:26

I've noticed both options while browsing and editing my own version. Any thoughts? Risk of damage or privacy concern? Creative and totally fine?

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 8 80
Jael
How much did people spend on food at their Stag and Doe?
Jael, On February 23, 2020 at 12:05

We’re trying to decide what route to go when ordering food for our stag and doe! We just wanted to know what the usual amount is to spend!

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 5 1,254
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Wedding Website Address Question
Msss, On February 23, 2020 at 18:48

Hello everyone, I have chosen to create a wedding website and I have prepared an rsvp/details card along with my invitation to let my guests know which web address to enter BUT I have a question...

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 4 75
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Unique Bridesmaid Gifts
Taylor, On February 25, 2020 at 08:07

Hi everyone, I'm wondering if anyone knows of any neat, online stores where I could purchase unique bridesmaid gifts? Not looking to spend a ton, I've already bought a few things from Etsy. I'm trying...

Ashley, tuesday 25-Feb-20 4 92
Jessica
Road trip honeymoons - help
Jessica, On August 21, 2017 at 17:07

Hi all! I am leaving for my road trip honeymoon in about a week. We are hauling our trailer around and I would love to hear from others who have done something similar! We are heading down the West...

Alana, saturday 22-Feb-20 3 81
Lynnie
Did the proposal catch you by surprise? Or did you see it coming?
Lynnie, On January 22, 2020 at 09:05

How surprised were you by your proposal? 💍 Were you so surprised that you're still in a state of shock? 😉 Did you think it could be happening soon based on conversations about marriage, potential...

Amelia, friday 21-Feb-20 14 734
Lynnie
Who proposed?
Lynnie, On September 25, 2017 at 10:37

This week we're talking all about your relationship with your fiance(e), and asking who each question best describes - you or your fiance(e) ? Who proposed? Was it you or your fiance(e)? Next...

Steph, thursday 20-Feb-20 49 269
Lynnie
Who made the first move?
Lynnie, On September 25, 2017 at 10:34

This week we're talking all about your relationship with your fiance(e), and asking who each question best describes - you or your fiance(e) ? First up.... Who made the fist move? 😘 Was it you or your...

Steph, thursday 20-Feb-20 37 244
Sarah
Rehearsal dinner - who to invite?
Sarah, On August 26, 2019 at 16:42

Is there a rule for who to invite? we are having 47 guests at our wedding and will need to set up the venue the day before. whats the rule of thumb? do i need to invite the grandparents , aunts uncles...

Kelly, wednesday 19-Feb-20 13 149
Brittany
Maid of honour vs bridesmaid?
Brittany, On February 17, 2020 at 22:44

Hey! I was curious if being maid of honour costs more money than being a bridesmaid? What types of costs would just maid of honour pay for that a bridesmaid would not and how much more would a maid of...

Stefanie, wednesday 19-Feb-20 7 120
Lynnie
What is the sexiest thing about your fiancé(e)?
Lynnie, On February 10, 2020 at 09:05

Do you have a favourite physical attribute of your partner? What do you think is the sexiest thing about your fiancé(e)? 😍 Next Question: What do you love most about your relationship? Back to the...

Jessica, saturday 15-Feb-20 19 156
Lynnie
What's your love language?
Lynnie, On February 10, 2020 at 09:05

How do you express your love for your significant other? Are you all about giving gifts, sharing words of affirmation, spending quality time together, physical touch, or acts of service? What’s your...

Amelia, saturday 15-Feb-20 19 354
Cliodhna
Are you taking engagement photos? 📷
Cliodhna, On January 16, 2020 at 09:05

Engagement photos are a great opportunity to capture some beautiful, professional photos of you and your fiancé(e) to have forever. It’s also a great way to get to know your photographer, practice...

Darren, saturday 15-Feb-20 18 251
Kelsie
Newly Engaged Couples!
Kelsie, On January 2, 2020 at 09:50

Now that the holidays are very well and truly over, I'd like to welcome all of the newly engaged brides/grooms/couples to WeddingWire! Congratulations on your engagement and your upcoming weddings! I...

Hrhofstx, friday 14-Feb-20 5 575
Gloria
Engagement pics
Gloria, On February 12, 2020 at 07:55

We just had our engagement pics done by Mario at BIANCONERO and must say they turned out so beautiful! Feel free to share yours. I’ve attached a few of mine.

Stefanie, thursday 13-Feb-20 14 350
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Stag and Doe or Raffle
Melissa, On February 11, 2020 at 12:47

We were planning on having a stag and doe to raise money for the wedding but we received some very generous and early gifts from our family to help pay for the wedding so now it's not really necessary...

Melissa, wednesday 12-Feb-20 7 163
Hayley
Groom's Wedding Band Search
Hayley, On February 11, 2020 at 12:05

Hey everyone! My FH is struggling to find a wedding band that he likes and wondered if anyone could share where their OH found theirs? He really likes damascus steel/ tungsten. Thanks!!

Ashley, wednesday 12-Feb-20 9 114
Sherisse
Frustrating Wedding Vendors
Sherisse, On February 3, 2020 at 12:41

Hey loves! Is anyone else having a really hard time getting a hold of wedding vendors. I’ve noticed a pretty sad pattern lately; For example I’ve been searching for custom sugar cookies for my...

Sherisse, wednesday 12-Feb-20 14 218
Gloria
Rings
Gloria, On February 7, 2020 at 18:42

Anyone order from FUNDRYRINGS for the hubbies? What was your experience like?

Gloria, monday 10-Feb-20 3 87
b.lisabeth
Rehearsal Dinner: Ordering Takeout for Picky Eaters
b.lisabeth, On February 5, 2020 at 16:49

Hi everyone,I’m starting to think about our rehearsal dinner, and could use a little feedback. We are fortunate enough to have access to our venue for the entire day before the wedding, so we plan to...

b.lisabeth, monday 10-Feb-20 10 472
Kadi
Bridal shower and bachelorette????
Kadi, On February 7, 2020 at 00:04

So I have no idea how this works. Do I do both? Or just one? What is the difference? Why would I do both? My FH and I are thinking of doing a Jane and doe camping thing for our bachelor and...

Ashley, friday 7-Feb-20 9 176
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Planning Burnout
Msss, On February 5, 2020 at 23:51

Hello everyone, My fiancé and I began the exciting planning process early on and, with the exception of a few bumps in the road (and a number of not-so-welcome opinions), we have had a wonderful time....

Msss, friday 7-Feb-20 6 120

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