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Julie
Online Scams?
Julie, On July 16, 2022 at 06:46

Just wondering if anyone else has been a victim of a scam for online purchases? Im pretty good at defecting when someone's trying to pull a fast one on me. With that said, this person on FB...

Miklas, friday 26-Apr-24 13 148 1
Kylie
Input please! Is this rude or realistic?
Kylie, On March 30, 2024 at 14:33

Hello everyone! Some outside perspectives and advice would be very much appreciated here My fiance and I have tossed around a few different ideas for our day, and we're a little stuck on who should be...

Christine, wednesday 24-Apr-24 4 80
Krista
Wedding Planning
Krista, On February 10, 2024 at 16:51

Hello Everyone! I want to know what is everyones most stressful part of the planning?? For me, it is finalizing the Guest list right now!! I am scared I will leave someone out on accident!

Christine, wednesday 24-Apr-24 4 42
Ashley
How do people afford this?
Ashley, On February 15, 2024 at 14:59

I'm sorry, but I don't understand how people afford a wedding. I don't want to elope. I have some savings as well as parental help and I'm planning a buck and doe but I can't seem to come under 20k....

Christine, wednesday 24-Apr-24 3 111
Megan K
Cash registry?
Megan K, On April 16, 2024 at 07:19

Is it necessary for me to have an online cash registry, or are we better to just ask people to bring cash/cheque? Also looking for recommendations on registry apps/websites that work in Canada (i.e....

Christine, wednesday 24-Apr-24 3 102
Amanda
First Look or Wait Until You Walk Down The Aisle?!
Amanda, On March 10, 2024 at 13:26

Are you doing a "first look" and taking pictures before your wedding ceremony? Or are you waiting until you walk down the aisle?! Some couples want to save that magic moment for the ceremony, but...

Margarita, friday 19-Apr-24 51 624 3
Holly
Minimalist wedding
Holly, On January 4, 2024 at 15:14

Trying to keep our costs down, have yet to really find any ideas that I like, and personally I really dislike major table arrangements and the flower toss and garter toss, mainly a lot of...

Nelly, thursday 18-Apr-24 4 86
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 26 384 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 8 366 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 91
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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 54 634 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 11 651
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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 27
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 8 401
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 4 321
M
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
J
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 1,024
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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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