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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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Type of party
Rayann, On June 29, 2018 at 23:48

So I would like to know what is the difference between stag and doe vs. Jack and Jill? I am having an engagement party for families only and our bridal crew. I don't want a bridal shower nor...

Clarissa, saturday 30-Jun-18 4 104
Courtney
Rehearsal Dinner Food
Courtney, On June 28, 2018 at 18:30

I need your guys' big brains. What Rehearsal dinner food can I cater in. My MIL suggest greek food. Any other ideas that aren't crazy expensive and fairly easy? My FH wanted to BBQ burgers.. but I...

Jennifer, friday 29-Jun-18 10 149
Kali
Getting those last Rsvps..
Kali, On June 18, 2018 at 08:01

I am down to the last 5 days now before we have to give my venue our final guest #'s. I am still waiting to receive a few RSVPs and think it's time to reach out to those I am still waiting for. Does...

Susy, thursday 28-Jun-18 15 182
Holly
Bridesmaid proposal box
Holly, On June 25, 2018 at 22:38

I took advantage of bath and body works semi-annual sale and 20% off cupon that is out now!! I filled a box with amazing items for each of my bridesmaids.

Holly, wednesday 27-Jun-18 8 144
Joey
Let's Talk Photos! Boudoir
Joey, On June 25, 2018 at 09:40

Lots of brides (and a few grooms) choose to do boudoir photos, either as a gift for their FS or just for themselves. Are you doing boudoir photos? If so, what are your plans for them? Photo by Ally...

Stephanie, wednesday 27-Jun-18 22 756
Joey
Let's Talk Photos! Getting Ready
Joey, On June 25, 2018 at 09:39

You'll likely share some pretty special moments with those around you while you're getting ready on your wedding day. Will you have your photographer there taking pictures as you get ready? Will your...

Jennifer, wednesday 27-Jun-18 22 151
Peggy
Nervous about engagement pictures
Peggy, On June 21, 2018 at 10:19

Well, we had our engagement session last Saturday. Our photographer said she'd have our sneak peek done by the end of this weekend. We've become friends with our photographer over the last several...

Peggy, tuesday 26-Jun-18 11 317
Courtney
Hour Shower
Courtney, On June 13, 2018 at 21:34

I've just been invited to an 'around the click' bridal shower. And was assigned 4AM. The bride is actually my MOH and I am one of her bridesmaids so I want to do something sweet for her, but 4AM!!! In...

Jessie, tuesday 26-Jun-18 13 509
Jennifer
Rehearsal dinner
Jennifer, On June 21, 2018 at 23:53

Hi all, question about rehearsal dinner. I'm paying for the wedding myself, no help from family and won't have a bridal party, just me the groom and officiant up there. In that case do I still need to...

Jessie, tuesday 26-Jun-18 11 146
Feya
Cute ideas for engagement photos?
Feya, On June 23, 2018 at 20:24

My fiancé and I got officially engaged back in February, and still haven't gotten our engagement photos done. Any cute ideas or inspiration for what we should do? I'd love to hear what everyone did...

Erin, monday 25-Jun-18 11 147
Tyanna
One year
Tyanna, On June 22, 2018 at 05:31

We finally made it to the one year mark! In 365 days, I get to marry my best friend! even though we have most of the big stuff either fully paid for or at the very least organized and cheques sent out...

Bianca, sunday 24-Jun-18 13 130
Julia
Help !
Julia, On June 19, 2018 at 15:48

I have two years to go for my big day, but i cant stop looking at dresses and want to try some on so bad... when should i really start looking at dresses and is it to soon to buy one 2/ 1 year...

Bianca, sunday 24-Jun-18 14 120
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Engagement photos is it necessary?
Rayann, On June 19, 2018 at 17:58

Hi I'd like to know what's the average price for an engagement shoot in Toronto? I am debating if I need to get it done. I am more into the actual wedding itself.

Tyanna, sunday 24-Jun-18 19 171
María
Do you have different religious beliefs?
María, On January 5, 2017 at 14:05

Hi brides and grooms A century or two ago, most people lived in places where almost everyone around them was the same religion. Today, we live in a global society where people commonly meet and fall...

Jennifer, friday 22-Jun-18 10 96
Megan
Engagement Photos
Megan, On May 31, 2018 at 15:09

Is it weird to wear a casual white dress for engagement photos?

Vinod, friday 22-Jun-18 14 161
Joey
Proposals - private or public?
Joey, On June 13, 2018 at 08:05

Private or public proposals - which do you love? Which did you have? Did you and your partner talk before hand about which type you wanted yours to be? Private? Or Public?

Vinod, friday 22-Jun-18 24 168
Marcia
High Tea Bridal Shower!
Marcia, On June 15, 2018 at 15:09

I had a wonderful time at my high tea bridal shower last weekend! It was so beautiful! My MOH’s, mom, bridesmaid, & Auntie’s did an amazing job. The set up was so beautiful . Wanted to share some...

Leanne, friday 22-Jun-18 21 169
Kaisha
How does everyone deal with the stress?
Kaisha, On June 19, 2018 at 00:47

We are only 269 days out and We have only really decided on a reception location, we are in the process of finalizing the ceremony location. That is it though! We do not have a photographer, DJ,...

Jennifer, thursday 21-Jun-18 21 146
Courtney
Wedding Shower
Courtney, On June 13, 2018 at 16:47

Myself and the two other bridesmaids are hosting/putting on a wedding shower for my friend. I'm spending a decent amount on food, game prizes and the favours for the event, but I'm not sure if I'm...

Leanne, thursday 21-Jun-18 7 152
Holly
First Look
Holly, On June 18, 2018 at 21:27

So lots of us choose to have a first look with our fiance(e) before the wedding but who is doing one with their parents or bridesmaids or even your kids? I don't think I'll do one with my bridesmaids...

Rachael, thursday 21-Jun-18 18 144
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Who Insured your Ring?
Bianca, On June 2, 2018 at 17:43

Who Insured your Engagement and Wedding Band? Was it you or him? Which Jewlery Insurance did you or he go with? I feel this is something you have to do before the wedding.. lol. I’m such a newbie!!

Rachael, thursday 21-Jun-18 12 127
Kelly
Co-ed shower
Kelly, On June 4, 2018 at 14:44

We're not super traditional. I definitely don't want to have a traditional hen party kind of bridal shower. I've let family know that...but how do I let them know that we want to do a co-ed shower for...

Rachael, thursday 21-Jun-18 9 124
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Need Bridesmaid Advice
Melissa, On June 11, 2018 at 12:33

Hello! I need advise about my bridesmaid situation. I have 4 friends, 3 of them I love to death and 1 I’ve been friends with for 5ish years and I consider her my friend but she’s extremely negative...

Rachael, thursday 21-Jun-18 13 170
Nicole
Friends
Nicole, On June 14, 2018 at 21:53

Alright so I feel like ranting tonight . I made a last minute decision to have 2 maid of honours instead of 1 . They now seem both mad at me . I decided this to be fair but it feels like I can’t win...

Rachael, thursday 21-Jun-18 10 234
Joey
Have your hobbies been put aside?
Joey, On May 14, 2018 at 08:38

It's time to confess whether wedding planning has taken over your life! Your gym membership has lapsed, your books sit unread on the shelf, your Netflix cue is backed up with unwatched episodes, your...

BunnyBride, wednesday 20-Jun-18 26 161
Joey
At every wedding you attend are you taking notes on what you want to steal?
Joey, On May 14, 2018 at 08:39

It's time to confess whether wedding planning has taken over your life! Before you got engaged, all the weddings you attended seemed to blend into one another. But since you've started wedding...

Jessie, wednesday 20-Jun-18 29 288
Joey
Do you talk to your vendors as much or more than you talk to your friends?
Joey, On May 14, 2018 at 08:41

It's time to confess whether wedding planning has taken over your life! What's new with your sister? How are things at your bestie's job? You don't know! Your time is now spent chatting about your...

Jessie, wednesday 20-Jun-18 26 107
Breanne
Special Occasions close to the Wedding
Breanne, On June 6, 2018 at 10:34

Hi Ladies, Monday was my FH birthday and today is mine (not digging for birthday wishes ) and our wedding is just over 2 months away. My question is to those of you who have gotten married already,...

Leanne, wednesday 20-Jun-18 25 203
Raphaela
3 more days!!!!
Raphaela, On June 19, 2018 at 15:49

I was working so much that I haven’t had time for last minute things. Communication with our venue has been weird since FH brother was our contact for the venue then he went on leave and sent us an...

Tyanna, wednesday 20-Jun-18 9 148
Alexa
Small wedding problems...
Alexa, On June 19, 2018 at 13:58

Okay, so im going for a small wedding, im literally only inviting 2 friends and so is my fiance. Now, i'm worried about the bachelorette and the bridal shower.. i wanted to invite people who arent...

Tyanna, wednesday 20-Jun-18 12 209
Joey
How long before the wedding did you get used to saying “fiancé(e)”?
Joey, On March 19, 2018 at 07:48

We're once again talking about wedding planning timelines - compare your timeline with us and share your advice with those who are still crossing items off their to-do lists. It seems like just as...

Jessie, tuesday 19-Jun-18 26 540
Joey
How long before the wedding did you set up your registry?
Joey, On March 19, 2018 at 07:49

We're once again talking about wedding planning timelines - compare your timeline with us and share your advice with those who are still crossing items off their to-do lists. When did you create your...

Jessie, tuesday 19-Jun-18 17 144

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