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Sinéad
Invitations - Old School or Online?
Sinéad, On December 16, 2019 at 09:05

Your invitations are the first taste your guests are going to get of your wedding style and theme. Have you thought about how you will send them? Are you using traditional mail to post your...

Nelly, tuesday 16-Apr-24 26 383 1
Janice
Is it ok to show your photographer photos you would like taken by other photographers?
Janice, On March 13, 2022 at 10:24

Hi everyone! I'm having my engagement photo done in two weeks. Its at the Guild Inn park where a lot of people take theirs. I googled the spot and found a bunch of poses and angles that I really...

Nelly, tuesday 16-Apr-24 8 353 1
Toni
Moving Lights, Uplighting, Pin lighting add-ons for Wedding Venue
Toni, On March 6, 2024 at 21:25

Is it worth to spend the extra money to get lighting add-ons? This is all new to me. I was under the impression that the standard lighting the banquet hall (newly renovated) provides is adequate...

Nelly, sunday 14-Apr-24 2 22
Amanda
Let's Talk Wedding Bands!
Amanda, On September 27, 2023 at 12:22

How has your experience shopping for wedding bands been?! Have you visited many stores together? Or did you do your shopping online? Was it difficult to find the right rings? Are you wearing a set...

Nelly, sunday 14-Apr-24 10 90
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Is a 3 hour gap between ceremony and reception too long with skipping cocktail hour?
Bn, On May 3, 2023 at 19:16

My wedding is in October at a botanical garden. Right now the ceremony time is set for 1pm, the reception is supposed to start at 5pm. Most likely the ceremony will start around 1:15pm and last until...

Nelly, sunday 14-Apr-24 9 125
Amanda
How long will your wedding be from start to finish?!
Amanda, On June 20, 2023 at 11:20

From the first person who walks down the aisle at your ceremony to the very end of your wedding reception - how long will your wedding celebration be?! ⏲️ My wedding was a total of 8 and a half...

Nelly, sunday 14-Apr-24 20 159
Amanda
What does your guest list look like?!
Amanda, On January 31, 2024 at 12:20

Hello everyone! There has been so many new members recently! Let's talk about you guest list! Are you hosting a huge bash or a more intimate celebration? Are your invites going to mainly friends, or...

Nelly, saturday 13-Apr-24 5 57
Kate
Last name change or no?
Kate, On October 4, 2023 at 10:44

Hello community, Just curious to hear everyone's thoughts on taking your partners last name when officially married. Are you keeping your last name? or changing to theirs? are you marrying the two...

Nelly, saturday 13-Apr-24 16 151
Amanda
What wedding date did you choose?!
Amanda, On January 10, 2024 at 13:02

Hello WeddingWire Family! One of the first things when planning a wedding is to choose the date! There are so many factors to consider when picking your big day! From the season and weather, the...

Nelly, saturday 13-Apr-24 54 627 3
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Bridesmaids
Autumn, On March 16, 2024 at 17:31

So my Fiancé has lots of friends. I personally had next to none. I had a few women that I got along with and enjoyed spending time with when I went over to my fiancé’s friends house. I felt obligated...

Ashley, wednesday 10-Apr-24 2 44
Sana
Draping, decor, and budgets
Sana, On January 18, 2020 at 17:44

I'm trying to get a sense of what draping a very large venue would cost me. Obviously I need to consult with some decorators around the specifics of my venue and what level of draping i require, but i...

Drape, tuesday 2-Apr-24 11 621
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Cocktail party
Laura, On April 1, 2024 at 14:42

We just want to have a simple cocktail party for our reception but it seems impossible to arrange. Most hotels have their own wedding packages. Has anyone here planned a cocktail party for their...

Laura, monday 1-Apr-24 2 19
Talia
Envelope Printing
Talia, On March 26, 2024 at 18:08

Hi - not sure if anyone can shed some insight here. I’m thinking of going with black envelopes with white ink addressing. However, I’m reading through online forums that Canada post can be finicky...

Talia, tuesday 26-Mar-24 11
Fiona
Inspo: One photo and word that sums your aesthetic
Fiona, On February 15, 2024 at 01:18

Post the pic that inspired the theme for the big day✨️word: whimsical

Kate, tuesday 26-Mar-24 11 227 2
Amanda
Wedding planning
Amanda, On March 18, 2024 at 22:40

Hello everyone! As my shower and wedding are all coming very soon.. I was wondering if it would be a silly move to be off work until after my wedding. I just find that the wedding is coming in a...

Kate, tuesday 26-Mar-24 1 26
Lilah
Honour a deceased pet ideas
Lilah, On March 1, 2023 at 21:57

Hello - I recently lost my dog, my sweet boy Toby. We had planned to incorporate him into the wedding to walk our rings down the aisle. We loved him so much and we still want to honour him at our...

Dominvich, wednesday 20-Mar-24 8 377
Andrea
Destination Wedding?
Andrea, On December 29, 2018 at 13:53

Hi there, is anyone getting married outside of Canada, going to the Caribbean, e.g Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Cuba, etc. What is the process of getting married outside of Canada? Who do I have to...

Maria, thursday 7-Mar-24 4 319
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Faux vs. Fresh
Melanie, On August 22, 2018 at 16:19

I'm currently debating fake flowers or real ones for my bouquets. I'm concerned about fresh flowers dying or getting ruined. Also concerned that I don't get to see them until the day of and what if i...

Derek, saturday 2-Mar-24 7 151
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Canadian adventure suggestions post-wedding
Jo Cram, On February 27, 2024 at 10:28

I'm currently planning my wedding and also thinking about leisure activities afterward. I'd like to organize a trip around Canada. Does anyone know of any interesting routes?

Jo Cram, tuesday 27-Feb-24 12
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Video game themed or touches of it.
Tinaka, On September 8, 2019 at 12:31

Hello, My future Hubby is really into video games and I would like to add that into our decor or the day. I dont really want it to be a full on theme but just hits of it here and there enough that you...

Samantha, monday 12-Feb-24 19 1,012
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September 2024 Wedding
Veronica, On December 28, 2023 at 23:52

Hello everyone, I recently got engaged on Christmas days and I am planning on having my wedding on September. I am not sure where to start planning. Any advice? Thanks

Krista, saturday 10-Feb-24 22 433
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Outdoor wedding
Dawsyn, On February 1, 2024 at 17:57

Hey girls! I’m going an outdoor tent wedding July 2025. Share with me all your dos and don’t & must haves

Dawsyn, thursday 1-Feb-24 16
Jeff
Hotel accommodation
Jeff, On January 29, 2024 at 18:51

Hi, can someone suggest a decent hotel near ancaster mill in hamilton? preferably not too pricey. Thanks!

Amanda, monday 29-Jan-24 1 22
Kira
Wedding on a budget!
Kira, On January 14, 2024 at 11:43

Hi everyone, we are getting married in October of this year and are just struggling to find things that are affordable and still fit within our wants and needs! I'm looking for any budget friendly...

Kira, monday 15-Jan-24 2 53
Jennifer
Alcohol permit
Jennifer, On January 8, 2024 at 02:40

If I get an alcohol permit, can I serve alcohol that are purchased in the US from an licensed retailer at my wedding?

Hank, sunday 14-Jan-24 1 29
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Check lists, where are you at?
Carine, On October 17, 2022 at 15:59

Hey Brides and Grooms - How's the check list going anyone need help or tips? I'm at a standstill for my list until closer to the date. Wanted to start my emergency kits but, I feel like Products might...

Maria, tuesday 9-Jan-24 20 214 1
Nadia & Steven
Dogs included with the ceremony? Who picked them up after...?
Nadia & Steven, On February 13, 2020 at 10:48

Hi! So I'm having my dog work as ring bearer and my bestfriends (MOH) dog as flower girl. Have you guys done something like this or will be doing something like this? My main question is who do I have...

Collin, wednesday 27-Dec-23 6 187
Chantelle
September 20,2025
Chantelle, On December 3, 2023 at 19:47

Where does everyone start? I’m starting to plan our wedding after Christmas I’m not sure where to every start

Brittany, tuesday 19-Dec-23 6 137 1
Ryleigh
2025 wedding
Ryleigh, On December 12, 2023 at 12:17

Hey everyone! My fiancé and I are getting married in October, 2025. Im starting to plan now so I don’t have to endure soo much stress the year of. Any tips on what comes first ? When should I send out...

AM N, tuesday 19-Dec-23 5 445 2
Caitlyn
When to do “day of” wedding shoot
Caitlyn, On November 26, 2023 at 15:19

My fiancé and I are planning the timing for the day of the wedding, and wondering if it’s worth it to do the wedding shoot of just him and I on the day or week before (in full makeup, dress, suit,...

Laura, friday 1-Dec-23 3 66
Aimerance
Mental Health Check
Aimerance, On March 2, 2021 at 00:30

We are living through historic times and and it's been very heavy on everyone mentally. As we've hit a year of this pandemic, how is everyone doing? What ways have you found that has helped you stay...

Casimir, tuesday 28-Nov-23 20 431
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electronic invites & entering guest list
Alex, On November 15, 2023 at 18:28

Hello all. What has anyone used for evites for save the dates and/or wedding invitations? And how does it work with your wedding website? Also, what's the best way you're dumping all information for...

Alex, friday 17-Nov-23 2 59

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