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Choose the ceremony and reception venue, find your dress, prepare the necessary paperwork, make the guest list, and stay on top of your budget. Here’s everything you need to know to plan your dream wedding step-by-step.

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Donna
Bridal Shower
Donna, On February 4, 2019 at 18:31

So my fiancee's neice said she's going to throw Bridal Shower for me. When she asked about the Guest list there were plenty of family members and close friends, said that's alot of people. Yes. "So...

Julie, wednesday 6-Feb-19 8 114
Peggy
Rsvp's coming in
Peggy, On February 4, 2019 at 11:07

Phew - After reading some of the posts from some of the ladies here on this site, I was worried we wouldn't get many RSVP's back and I'd have to spend days calling most of my 250+ guests to see if...

Michelle, wednesday 6-Feb-19 14 205
Joey
#Fiancé(e)Friday! Are you used to saying the word "Fiancé(e)" yet?
Joey, On January 25, 2019 at 08:26

How long did it take you to remember to refer to your partner as your fiancé(e)? How much longer after that did it take you to get comfortable saying it? Were you ready to say it right away, or did it...

Brittany, monday 4-Feb-19 21 149
Alix
Wedding social - advice
Alix, On January 29, 2019 at 16:14

We are going to be hosting a wedding social in June. It will have an 80s theme. Have any of you hosted one or been to one and have any advice for us?

Alix, friday 1-Feb-19 11 127
Allison
Rehearsal dinner/post-wedding brunch: invites, hosting, logistics
Allison, On January 31, 2019 at 14:03

I've been thinking about sending rehearsal dinner/day after-brunch invites along with the wedding invitations, but some websites suggest this could be a faux-pas. They take into consideration that not...

Stephanie, thursday 31-Jan-19 9 173
Kyla
Mother of the Bride & Groom
Kyla, On January 29, 2019 at 11:34

Hey Guys, Im having a hard time deciding on what to get for my mom and mother in law! I would love to get them both something very sweet and thoughtful but I don’t know what!! Also, what are you...

Leanna, thursday 31-Jan-19 16 191
Sarah
Joint bachelor/bachelorette party
Sarah, On January 29, 2019 at 01:01

Did anyone have a joint bachelor/ bachelorette party or are you planning to have one? What did you guys do? We live in Regina and are having a hard time. We thought about pub golf but the bars in this...

Liarra, tuesday 29-Jan-19 11 240
D
Open pre-wedding social with intimate wedding
David, On January 28, 2019 at 21:10

My fiancée and I really want a small wedding (close family members and friends, about 35) although our parents are insisting that we host some form of pre/post wedding party to at least include the...

Bianca, tuesday 29-Jan-19 7 77
Angelina
Hashtag Help!
Angelina, On January 26, 2019 at 15:14

Looking for a hashtag for Smith marrying Roebotham!

Angelina, monday 28-Jan-19 3 51
Kelly
All the gifts...
Kelly, On July 12, 2018 at 12:35

Am I alone in thinking that weddings have gotten way out of hand with the gifts? Gifts and favours are nice, and great if you're doing them...but like, holy smokes...for everything?!? Bridesmaid and...

Sharon, sunday 27-Jan-19 26 357
Petticrew
Bachelorette Destinations
Petticrew, On January 13, 2019 at 14:37

Hi all! So my MOH has been asking for ideas for places/ things I’d like to do for my bachelorette. I have no idea... so I need some help. What are some popular destinations within ontario and not that...

Candace, saturday 26-Jan-19 5 397
Erin
Bridesmaids gifts!!
Erin, On December 28, 2018 at 11:43

Hey girls! Does anyone have any unique ideas for gifts for their bridesmaids??

Natalie, friday 25-Jan-19 21 422
Kelsie
How are you asking for your ring bearer/flower girl ?
Kelsie, On January 23, 2019 at 16:10

Here are a couple ideas for my nephew and niece

Janaya, thursday 24-Jan-19 13 283
Alicia
How did you ask your bridesmaids??
Alicia, On January 15, 2019 at 17:11

How did you ask your girls to be your bridesmaids??? There are so many ideas on pinterest, but I want to see what you did!! I am asking my two sisters and my bestfriend!!! I'm so excited to ask them....

Ashley, tuesday 22-Jan-19 14 148
Joey
Best of 2018 - Favourite Ring Pic
Joey, On January 7, 2019 at 08:05

This is the moment we've all been waiting for - these are the most liked ring pictures from WeddingWire's Instagram in 2018. Which of these sparklers would you say "yes" to? A? Photo via...

Holly, monday 21-Jan-19 25 214
Joey
Best of 2018 - Favourite Proposal Pic
Joey, On January 7, 2019 at 08:05

We’ve rounded up some of the most liked pictures from WeddingWire’s Instagram in 2018. Which proposal picture has you saying “yes”? A? Photo via @weddingwirecanada B? Photo via @weddingwirecanada C?...

Holly, monday 21-Jan-19 19 139
Mackenzie
How early is too early for Save the Dates?
Mackenzie, On January 19, 2019 at 15:15

We have our venue booked for June 12, 2020. I know people typically don’t send out save the dates until 8-12 months before, but if we know the info, why not send them out now? Or is that rude/dumb to...

Erin, sunday 20-Jan-19 12 170
Megan
Gathering addresses for mailing invitations
Megan, On January 16, 2019 at 14:59

Hey ladies, Itll soon be time for me to mail out our wedding invitations. In a world where snail mail is basically obsolete and you can't rely on mom having everyone's mailing address tucked away in...

Deborah, sunday 20-Jan-19 15 229
Becky
Bridal party anxiety!
Becky, On January 9, 2019 at 16:24

Long post in advance! Some info first: I get married Sept 14, 2019 Girls: my sister (MOH), best friend (MOH), his sister, my out west friend, groomsmen wife, recently added sister groomsman wife- they...

Becky, friday 18-Jan-19 17 343
M
Rehearsal Dinner - who to invite?
Melissa, On January 17, 2019 at 07:50

We are having our rehearsal dinner the night before our wedding. The walk through is at our venue followed by dinner at their restaurant. We have 6 bridesmaids and 6 groomsmen and two flower girls and...

Michelle, thursday 17-Jan-19 5 103
Morgan
Wedding Fundraisers? Thoughts?
Morgan, On January 16, 2019 at 10:29

Hi, My fiancé and I are having more trouble than anticipated saving money for our wedding in August (unexpected costs), we have been selling some of our old stuff to pay for deposits etc and plan on...

Jeanette, thursday 17-Jan-19 12 208
Helene
How to tell the bridesmaids I want a bachelorette party
Helene, On January 15, 2019 at 11:28

I explain myself a little, i’m from france, getting married in canada , 90% of the guest are from france and arrived like 2-3 days before the wedding. my fiancé already know he will have one cause all...

Bianca, wednesday 16-Jan-19 6 139
Torie
Stag and doe
Torie, On January 16, 2019 at 12:16

Hi, my FH and I are debating hosting a stag and doe to raise money for our wedding coming up. But wondering if it's worth it. In your guys' experience, what have you seen/heard of in terms of what it...

Rachel, wednesday 16-Jan-19 4 187
Lia
Ideas for inexpensive rehearsal dinner
Lia, On January 15, 2019 at 19:48

Anyone out there with creative, special ideas for rehearsal dinner that don't break the bank? Specifically rehearsal dinners in Canmore? Would love to get some ideas!

Stephanie, wednesday 16-Jan-19 7 344
Megan
My Wedding
Megan, On January 12, 2019 at 16:09

Looking forward to my wedding

Erin, monday 14-Jan-19 4 90
Julie
Parents & Wedding Party wineglasses.
Julie, On January 13, 2019 at 09:22

I found this pic on Pinterest. I am wondering if you are buying wine glasses or champagne flutes for your Parents & Wedding Party? If so, where did you buy them? I've looked at Ebay, Amazon, Fb...

Jennifer, monday 14-Jan-19 3 64
Joey
Who paid for your rehearsal dinner?
Joey, On June 11, 2018 at 07:59

One of the earliest and biggest conundrums you'll encounter when you’re planning a wedding is figuring out who pays for what. There are lots of different ways to divvy things up, so share your own...

Julie, sunday 13-Jan-19 29 208
Joey
Who paid for your bachelor or bachelorette parties?
Joey, On June 11, 2018 at 08:00

One of the earliest and biggest conundrums you'll encounter when you’re planning a wedding is figuring out who pays for what. There are lots of different ways to divvy things up, so share your own...

Emily, sunday 13-Jan-19 23 151
Joey
Who paid for the bridal shower?
Joey, On June 11, 2018 at 08:01

One of the earliest and biggest conundrums you'll encounter when you’re planning a wedding is figuring out who pays for what. There are lots of different ways to divvy things up, so share your own...

Emily, sunday 13-Jan-19 26 153
Joey
Online or IRL? - Setting up a gift registry
Joey, On September 10, 2018 at 08:59

Did you sit down at your computer to set up each registry, or did you head to the store and grab a scanner gun to get this done? Which is more fun, online or IRL? Photo by ShyLynn Ranch in Salmon Arm...

Emily, sunday 13-Jan-19 19 104
Joey
Online or IRL? - Ring shopping
Joey, On September 10, 2018 at 09:03

Did you browse for rings online, or visit jewelers to see each piece in person? Did you shop differently for engagement rings and wedding bands? Did you get your rings online or IRL? Photo by National...

Emily, sunday 13-Jan-19 18 122
Sheila
Getting Ready Photos?
Sheila, On January 8, 2019 at 13:10

Hi all! I'm wondering what your thoughts are on the classic "getting ready" pictures? Is there anyone who skipped them and regretted it? Or skipped them and it turned out fine? I was thinking it may...

Sheila, friday 11-Jan-19 8 136

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