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Joey
Did you and your partner talk about getting married before you were engaged?
Joey, On August 30, 2018 at 08:05

Did you and your partner have "the talk” about your relationship before you got engaged? How long before the proposal did you and your fiancé(e) start talking about marriage? Were you making plans and...

Janaya, sunday 9-Sep-18 25 1,539
Lynnie
Test Time! Gift-giving at engagement parties...
Lynnie, On December 18, 2017 at 04:05

Time to test your wedding knowledge ! Engagement parties are a gift-giving occasion. True or false? A) True B) False C) True - *if* you're in the wedding party! Photo by Eyecontact Photography in...

Vinod, saturday 8-Sep-18 15 121
Lynnie
Test Time! Multiple gifts for multiple showers?
Lynnie, On December 18, 2017 at 04:05

Time to test your wedding knowledge ! You've been invited to multiple showers for the bride or groom. Do you need to bring a gift to each shower? A) Yes B) Only if you're in the wedding party C) No...

Vinod, saturday 8-Sep-18 15 107
Lynnie
Test Time! What is a Stag and Doe?
Lynnie, On December 18, 2017 at 04:05

Time to test your wedding knowledge ! What is a Stag and Doe? A) Two animals B) A pre-wedding fundraising party C) James & Lily Potter's Patronuses D) Two single guests at a wedding :: Pinterest...

Vinod, saturday 8-Sep-18 22 151
Peggy
Has anyone used the Dress Lounge prep room?
Peggy, On September 7, 2018 at 12:46

As the title asks - Has anyone in Edmonton used The Dress Lounge prep room in Edmonton for getting ready the morning of their wedding? I'm considering renting it (I'm going to view it tomorrow with my...

Peggy, saturday 8-Sep-18 4 73
Julie
#hashtag Help 😊
Julie, On September 4, 2018 at 23:46

Need your help guys to create a hashtag for our wedding. Cant seem to think of a nice a unique hashtag. Bride: Julie Ann Rimando Groom: Jeremy Chan We both are sneakerheads and love jordans in...

Angel, wednesday 5-Sep-18 3 173
Maya
Bridal shower
Maya, On September 5, 2018 at 05:09

So my mom and MIL want to plan a shower and I was asked for a guest list. I’m not sure who all to invite, I was thinking mainly family and friends, but what about friends that are not invited to the...

Peggy, wednesday 5-Sep-18 7 136
Lynnie
Did you paint your nails in anticipation of the proposal?
Lynnie, On November 6, 2017 at 12:22

In this week's game we're finding out if you are innocent or guilty ! Did you paint your nails in anticipation of the proposal? >> Next question: Did you buy your wedding attire but secretly...

Emily, wednesday 5-Sep-18 58 1,301
Joey
Firsts!
Joey, On October 30, 2017 at 07:53

Howdy! This week's game is all about your firsts. Hey wait a minute, not THAT first! We're talking about wedding firsts. Answer each question and then head on to the next. Your first "First" question...

Leanne, tuesday 4-Sep-18 26 401
Sarah
Bridal shower
Sarah, On September 2, 2018 at 21:37

I am wondering if having a bridal shower is appropriate. I’m really struggling with should we or shouldn’t we, have a bridal shower? not only because this is my second wedding but also because we are...

Sarah, tuesday 4-Sep-18 5 175
Jessenia
Hashtag help!!
Jessenia, On August 31, 2018 at 00:31

Hi everyone! We are really struggling with a Instagram hashtag for our big day. Everytime I use a free generator they are so basic. Id love to hear everyone’s creative ideas. Would love to find...

Leah, monday 3-Sep-18 7 272
Emily
Night before the wedding
Emily, On July 29, 2018 at 09:53

What did you do for the night before you wedding/what are you planning on doing? I’m undecided on where I want to sleep, who I want to be with etc. Any input would be helpful.

Kay, friday 31-Aug-18 44 816
Michelle
moh has "prior engagements"
Michelle, On August 29, 2018 at 13:57

So I received a text from my MOH of this morning about skipping my bridal shower. So she goes to the LGBT Pride Parade every year with a good friend of hers. This year my bridal shower happens to land...

Peggy, wednesday 29-Aug-18 21 317
Kaye
Nobody using registry
Kaye, On August 22, 2018 at 10:35

I am getting married in 9 days and nobody has used my registry except my grandma. Is this normal? We are doing a destination wedding and really don't want gifts the day-of because we will have to pay...

Holly, wednesday 29-Aug-18 20 308
Zoë
Sweetheart Table Inspiration
Zoë, On May 30, 2017 at 10:10

Hi future brides, Who is going for a sweetheart table at their wedding? Which one would you choose? A. B. C. D. *** pinterest

Brittany, tuesday 28-Aug-18 11 134
Courtney
Just a bit sad.
Courtney, On February 17, 2018 at 21:23

Really bad title, I know. I'm feeling very.. sad for my wedding right now and was just hoping to get some words of encouragement. It's been a bit of a difficult road as my FH's family hasn't been...

Jeannette, monday 27-Aug-18 8 592
Susy
august 25
Susy, On August 17, 2018 at 11:11

Cant believe it! Tomorrow will be officially one week til my wedding day Soo excited Hope everyone is having a blast with planning. Need advice? I have been through most of it all at this point so if...

Holly, monday 27-Aug-18 10 123
Momofbride(Kim)
Wedding Decor Nightmare
Momofbride(Kim), On August 25, 2018 at 19:22

I swear that the decor for my daughter's wedding is the WORST part of planning I have come across. Everyone seems to want chair sashes, and organza, crystal dangling ceilings and the "pretty things"...

Emma, sunday 26-Aug-18 5 187
C
Wedding hashtag!
Cassie, On August 24, 2018 at 14:46

I was going to use #osbornetobeyours as Osborne is my fiancé’s last name but it’s been taken already! i would really like a unique hashtag for my guest to use at the wedding! Any ideas?! my last name...

Cassie, saturday 25-Aug-18 3 509
Breanne
Engagement Photos = Anxiety
Breanne, On August 23, 2018 at 22:57

Hey Everyone! So my engagement photos are less than a month away and I’m starting to panic! I’m a bigger gal, so having my photo taken has always caused me a bit of anxiety, but knowing these are...

Jennifer, friday 24-Aug-18 6 219
Michelle
Bridesmaid Gifts
Michelle, On August 23, 2018 at 16:04

Hi all, just curious when everyone gave their thank you gifts to the bridal party? Morning of the wedding? Bachelorette/Bridal Party?

Courtney, friday 24-Aug-18 6 138
A
My Bridesmaid wont communicate with me
Aranka, On August 21, 2018 at 14:04

I need advice from an outside source! I have a total of 6 bridesmaids, two of them is a MOH (well Matron Of Honor). There is one bridesmaid I didnt ask to be a MOH, I didn't ask her to be one because...

Gabbie, thursday 23-Aug-18 5 588
Megann
rsvp dream!
Megann, On August 17, 2018 at 10:04

I constantly read posts about the nightmares. Past rsvp dates etc...Well Ladies & Gentleman, the Gods must have been smiling down on me...Rsvp date is August 22nd...& guess what...EVERYONE HAS...

Erin, thursday 23-Aug-18 14 150
Alie
Engagement party
Alie, On August 21, 2018 at 19:05

Who is typically invited to the engagement party?? And who sets it up?

Alie, wednesday 22-Aug-18 12 155
Holly
Rehearsal Dinner
Holly, On August 20, 2018 at 14:34

Hi all, how important is a rehearsal dinner? Our venue does a rehearsal 2 weeks before on the Friday. We don't live close to the venue or the area and am not sure whether we should speak to a...

Bianca, wednesday 22-Aug-18 8 148
Bianca
One Year Away!
Bianca, On August 4, 2018 at 00:15

I'm so excited and a little nervous that my wedding is officially under a year away as of 15 minutes ago! Where has the time gone?! Has anyone else had that "ah ha!" moment when they realized that...

Bianca, wednesday 22-Aug-18 61 563
J
Maid of honor feels like a total stranger and wedding is in 2 months.... this is super long
Jessica, On August 20, 2018 at 21:04

Let me preface by saying I've been reading these boards for MONTHS trying to find advice about my situation and I've seen a lot of good posts. I've read enough to know your Maid of Honor and...

Jessica, tuesday 21-Aug-18 15 380
Melissa
Rehearsal Dinner Alternatives
Melissa, On August 20, 2018 at 14:27

What are some alternatives to a rehearsal dinner? FH and I want to do something small, but unfortunately we don’t have a backyard and our parents aren’t open to the idea of hosting. We are considering...

Vinod, monday 20-Aug-18 7 190
Emilie
Brides of 2018! Show us your ring!
Emilie, On January 11, 2017 at 10:05

Hi wonderful brides-to-be! This year is a new beginning! Your wedding date is getting closer and we're going to have so much fun and get a lot done this year! So let's start with the best part... Show...

Camila, sunday 19-Aug-18 192 6,083
Rhea
Asking for cash instead of physical gifts.
Rhea, On April 2, 2018 at 01:19

My fiancé and I have been together for almost 4 years and have no need for any household items. We want to ask for cash instead of physical gifts, or no gift at all if people aren't comfortable with...

Vinod, sunday 19-Aug-18 19 277
AJ Juras
Bridal shower?
AJ Juras, On August 14, 2018 at 16:02

Who’s had a bridal shower? What is the point in the bridal shower? Do you recommend having one?

Holly, sunday 19-Aug-18 14 243
Tiara
Bridesmaid Bash
Tiara, On August 13, 2018 at 20:43

So, I chose my bridal party based on who was active and relevant in my life. One of the ladies I have chosen to ask is now being very distant, blowing me off and seems to be cancelling and changing...

Tiara, sunday 19-Aug-18 16 299

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