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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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Ludvis
Emergency kit
Ludvis, On April 5, 2018 at 12:14

Has any found any good wedding emergency kits? Most I’m seeing are US so the exchange rate would be awful, but then again DIY would probably cost more? Is it worth it to get and not chance on the...

Jen, thursday 5-Apr-18 8 115
Cathrine
And the stress finally hits
Cathrine, On April 4, 2018 at 09:39

I am just over two weeks away from the wedding and up till now I've been managing stress etc like a pro. That has all fallen apart now, along with me. It's not even like i have a mountain of things to...

Jessica, wednesday 4-Apr-18 8 165
Sarah
Getting ready
Sarah, On April 1, 2018 at 15:17

For those of you not getting ready at home or at a hotel how did you set the room up?The venue I like is an open hall and I will be setting it all up the night before for the reception.I’m wondering...

Sarah, wednesday 4-Apr-18 13 185
Brenda
Tic toc
Brenda, On March 30, 2018 at 11:18

So much planning and just the final touches, programs, balloons for the kids craft table and some vases Yay!! 27 days woohoo!! Everything is mostly paid off and no after debt. All my ladies are ready,...

Brenda, monday 2-Apr-18 11 150
Rayann
Where did you ladies get your rings from?
Rayann, On March 16, 2018 at 10:10

Before my fiancé bought my ring we went looking around everywhere! He ended up buying my ring from Birks! What about you guys?

Brittany, monday 2-Apr-18 50 1,676
Sara
Hashtag Help!
Sara, On March 30, 2018 at 19:52

Ladies! I need help with my hashtag, my name is Sara Rolin and his is Dylan Becker. We are getting married January 25th 2020 😊

Holly, saturday 31-Mar-18 11 901
Jen
Party gifts!
Jen, On March 6, 2018 at 16:03

We purchased these super cute bags from the knot shop and LOVE them. Super good quality and they're on sale! Check them out if you're looking for cute tote bags for your party! Party bags

Jen, friday 30-Mar-18 10 185
Victoria
Engagement party Ideas?
Victoria, On March 25, 2018 at 20:58

What kinda things did everyone do for their engagement party!?

Lisa, friday 30-Mar-18 14 312
Kathlyn
Jack and Jill Ticket Prices
Kathlyn, On March 18, 2018 at 16:18

How much do people normally charge for jack and Jill tickets. I was thinking $20 a ticket and I asked a few friends and they were ok with that price but just curios to everyone’s opinion.

Stephanie, thursday 29-Mar-18 15 5,421
Becky
Men's Wedding Ring
Becky, On March 16, 2018 at 16:23

When did you get the wedding ring for him? I know we get the engagement ring but do they get theirs at the wedding or bit before even? Also, did you bring your man with you to pick it out or pick it...

Vinod, thursday 29-Mar-18 17 200
Sarina
Bachelor party
Sarina, On March 21, 2018 at 15:12

Hey looking to get a little female perspective on what you would feel comfortable as far as a bachelor party for your fiancè. Would you feel comfortable with your hubby to be going away for a week to...

Breanne, thursday 29-Mar-18 25 605
Nicole
Family members getting too involved
Nicole, On March 26, 2018 at 22:52

Hi everyone ! Some of my family have been helping me with some wedding plans and I appreciate it but now I feel like it’s getting to much . It more feels like their wedding now and not mine ( deciding...

Tatiana, wednesday 28-Mar-18 10 169
Cindy
Rehearsal before or after meal
Cindy, On March 25, 2018 at 15:59

My church has requested that I book my rehearsal. I booked it the Thursday before the Saturday wedding. It's at 7:00. Should I ask to change it earlier? Do we eat before or after thd church rehearsal?...

Cindy, tuesday 27-Mar-18 6 401
Ashley
Brides Getting married this June 2018?
Ashley, On February 13, 2018 at 16:32

Any other brides out there?

Jessica, monday 26-Mar-18 46 592
Cathrine
Bachelorette bad news
Cathrine, On March 22, 2018 at 11:54

My maid of honour's grandfather passed away today. The funeral is on Saturday which is when she had planned my bachelorette party. I am so sad for her loss and i plan on attending the visitation...

Becky, monday 26-Mar-18 17 231
Carol
Engagement rings, haven't seen any posted.
Carol, On August 20, 2017 at 22:04

Show off your rings, engaged ladies and married ladies.

Brittany, sunday 25-Mar-18 58 808
Lynnie
How involved have your parents been in wedding planning?
Lynnie, On March 20, 2018 at 14:05

How involved have your parents been in the planning process? Are they totally hands off? Do they want to know every detail and be involved in every decision? Are there just a few things they really...

Laura, saturday 24-Mar-18 22 189
Tneshia
Bridal Tea Games
Tneshia, On March 20, 2018 at 09:13

Hi ladies, I am having a tea party for my bridal shower. I am trying to find a few games to play that are a little more sophisticated and match the atmosphere that I am trying to create- think Downton...

Joey, friday 23-Mar-18 5 75
Jen889
My bridal shower
Jen889, On March 19, 2018 at 13:43

Hi everyone, My bridal shower was yesterday and after months of planning, it went so smoothly and was amazing! So happy!! Just want to share some photos of my afternoon tea bridal shower as I was so...

Jen889, friday 23-Mar-18 29 332
Lisa
Shower Fun!
Lisa, On March 19, 2018 at 19:32

Had my shower Feb 25th and it was amazing! It was a CHANEL PARIS theme and I was so in awe! Loved every second!!!! My make up still freaks me out! I felt amazing!!!! Thought I would share the girly...

Lisa, friday 23-Mar-18 24 193
Alissa
Engagement party
Alissa, On March 22, 2018 at 03:50

Who is supposed to be invited to the engagement party? My partner and I both have large families and are planning for a large wedding, but he seems to have an issue cutting guests from the engagement...

Bianca, thursday 22-Mar-18 7 120
Jocelyn
Stress, nerves or excitement....
Jocelyn, On March 19, 2018 at 20:27

I gave approval to have my invitations printed, custom made mailing labels ordered....and i don't know if im starting to feel nervous or excited....both? maybe. i've also been working a lot and...

Jocelyn, thursday 22-Mar-18 20 162
Becky
Stress Reliever- Talked to my sister about Not being in wedding party
Becky, On March 20, 2018 at 15:45

On the weekend I talked to my sister about not being in my wedding party but my other sister will be in it. She took it a lot better then I even thought. I mentioned she could come to everything and...

Becky, wednesday 21-Mar-18 9 136
Lindsay
Jack and Jill
Lindsay, On March 19, 2018 at 15:49

I have no idea how much to budget for the Jack and Jill? Any past bride and grooms able to tell me roughly what they spent on their Jack and Jill. Also, roughly what was made off of jack and jill?

Candace, tuesday 20-Mar-18 6 123
Emily
Benefits of a Bridal Party
Emily, On March 15, 2018 at 14:26

Hey ladies! So, my fiance and I are about 8 months away from our wedding, and had originally decided not to have a bridal party. We are having my younger sister and his younger brother as signatories,...

Jen, monday 19-Mar-18 15 181
Courtney
Am i a bad bridesmaid.
Courtney, On January 31, 2018 at 16:29

I need to know, bluntly, if I'm being a horrible friend/bridesmaid. I'm getting married this year, as is one of my good friends. My wedding is first (in July) and hers is at the end of September. We...

Maureen, monday 19-Mar-18 26 800
Katie
To Bridesmaid or not to bridesmaid....
Katie, On February 18, 2018 at 23:57

So, I have a question or two for you ladies! I NEED ADVICE BADLY!!!! I am trying to pick my bridesmaids and am in a very tight situation. The first being, I need my number of bridesmaids to be an even...

Becky, monday 19-Mar-18 28 325
Carmela
Bridal Shower
Carmela, On March 6, 2018 at 21:13

Hi ladies!! Just wondering where everyone is having their bridal shower and what are some of the jobs you can ask for help from your bridal party?

Becky, monday 19-Mar-18 6 104
Karen
Last name
Karen, On March 11, 2018 at 23:11

I have been thinking about whether I should keep my last name or have my FH last name after we get married. At first, I really didn't want to change my last name mainly because I don't want to deal...

Valérie, sunday 18-Mar-18 32 498
M
Bachelorette Party
Michelle, On March 15, 2018 at 10:55

Hi everyone! I am trying to figure out when to do my bachelorette party. My maid of honor will be planning it but has asked me to pick a weekend. My wedding is November 17 of 2018. My summer is pretty...

Stephanie, saturday 17-Mar-18 8 118
Jessica
I love my ring
Jessica, On March 15, 2018 at 15:14

I love it 💞

Jessica, friday 16-Mar-18 17 238
Taylor
Gifts
Taylor, On March 12, 2018 at 16:09

Hi, we did not do a wedding registry but now that we have sent out invitations, people ask us if we have one. What is the best response to give in this situation? We didn't do one because we have...

Vinod, friday 16-Mar-18 11 230

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