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Tipping etiquette
Ajp, On August 9, 2023 at 23:48

I’m unsure of tipping etiquette. I plan on tipping my hair/makeup artist and the caterer at the dinner. But we are eloping. The officiant is a wedding planner who owns his own company - so I know...

Hank, friday 11-Aug-23 2 45
Amanda
Buffet style dinner - do I need menu cards?
Amanda, On August 6, 2023 at 08:40

I’m on the fence about providing menu cards at each table setting so guests know what’s on the menu, but we’re having a buffet style dinner so is it really necessary ??

Pam, wednesday 9-Aug-23 9 159
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Personal loan to pay for the wedding?
Shanise, On December 30, 2020 at 14:23

Hello everyone! I’m planning my wedding for spring 2022 and our budget is $20k - $25k, I received a suggestion to take out a personal loan to pay for everything up front and slowly pay...

ZacharyPrice, wednesday 9-Aug-23 15 625
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Pushing Out Wedding Date
Bea, On July 11, 2023 at 16:24

My fiancé and I are in a lot of debt. He has more than I do. I tried to convince my fiancé to elope or have a tiny wedding. He is totally against those ideas. I’m very uncomfortable with starting our...

Bea, monday 7-Aug-23 16 152
Leandra
Friday Wedding - Pros? Cons?
Leandra, On June 25, 2023 at 15:14

Hello all! My fiancé and I have decided to have our wedding on September 12th, 2025, which lands on a Friday. But I keep having second thoughts. Our reasons for choosing a Friday are: 1) the guest...

Kaitlin, monday 7-Aug-23 17 444
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Save the Date- Regrets
Kristina, On June 15, 2023 at 13:45

Hello everyone. My wedding is some time next year and I sent my work colleagues save the date to ensure they have enough time to book time off etc. I sent it to 4 girls I'm most closest to. I then (at...

Leandra, tuesday 1-Aug-23 11 173
Holly
Parents Gifts
Holly, On April 5, 2019 at 15:00

So I am trying to figure out what to get my parents for gifts and I cannot think of anything! For my dad the typical handkerchief is just not something my dad would really have an interest in. I was...

Leandra, tuesday 1-Aug-23 11 209
Susie
Tipping Vendors
Susie, On August 1, 2023 at 10:11

Hello!!! Just wondering what percent everyone is tipping their vendors! I know it’s different for everyone. Vendors we have are: Hair, Makeup, Photographer & Videographer (through a company),...

Kate, tuesday 1-Aug-23 1 38
Kaylee
Serving staff? Help!!
Kaylee, On July 31, 2023 at 18:10

Hey all, were getting married in December and I wanted to order pizza - but I'm going to need maybe 2 or 3 servers of sorts to help set up the food once its delivered as it is coming 3/4 way through...

Brittany, tuesday 1-Aug-23 7 52
Dana
Tips for planning a backyard wedding!
Dana, On April 20, 2023 at 12:59

We’ve decided a backyard wedding is the perfect fit for us, and I’d love to hear tips and suggestions from those who have planned a mid-sized backyard wedding. A couple pieces of info for context:-...

Lilon, tuesday 1-Aug-23 6 109
Isis
Micro-wedding
Isis, On July 25, 2023 at 21:22

Hello. New to the group. Me and my fiancé are hosting a micro-wedding about 50 guests. Just want to ask how many bridesmaid did you guys have if you did a micro one. Also, the place has rustic vibes....

Matt, monday 31-Jul-23 11 101
Jaime
Dance classes
Jaime, On July 19, 2023 at 14:27

I live remotely and attending dance classes for my partner and myself would be impossible. Does anyone have and good online, you tube course you can share. First dance

KELLY, thursday 27-Jul-23 1 34
Jaime
Dance Lessons
Jaime, On July 25, 2023 at 12:31

Hi We live remote and going to a dance studio is not an option. Looking for online courses- free! Or you tube channels, anything you can think of

Stephanie, tuesday 25-Jul-23 1 33
Brianne
Cake or no cake?
Brianne, On July 3, 2023 at 17:54

Hey everyone! My fiancé and I have been talking about not having a wedding cake but want different ideas instead.. if you didn’t do a cake did you replace it with something else?

Kate, friday 21-Jul-23 16 240 1
Escobar
Refundable deposit for wedding cancelation over a year in advance?
Escobar, On July 18, 2023 at 11:07

Hello, Hoping to get some insights or anyone who has experienced canceling vendors. If we cancel with over a year in advance of our wedding date could we get our deposits back? We booked our venue,...

Kelli, thursday 20-Jul-23 3 51
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August and September 2023 brides and grooms!
Carine, On February 24, 2023 at 09:11

With 218 days left to go, how is the wedding planning coming along? Are you stressed, you have this in the bag, last minute details? Are we excited, do you need community help or suggestions? I'm...

Carine, thursday 20-Jul-23 41 339 1
Leslie
Destination Wedding
Leslie, On July 17, 2023 at 15:11

My partner is originally from El Salvador, moved to Canada when he was 12 with his dad, but the rest of his family is still there. We are contemplating having our wedding there. I’m not sure if it...

Julie, monday 17-Jul-23 1 30
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Photographers. One or Two Shooters?!
Amanda, On June 14, 2023 at 11:42

Every wedding has so many little moments to capture 📷 From getting ready shots to your guests cutting loose on the dance floor. You want to make sure your photographer catches them all! Are you...

Julie, monday 17-Jul-23 17 107
Shui
Should i hire a photographer?
Shui, On June 6, 2023 at 15:47

So this is our third wedding celebration (reception only). First in Japan (we lived there), then in Malaysia (where I’m from). Now in Canada (where my husband is from). First two weddings,...

Kelli, saturday 15-Jul-23 13 122
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Wedding venue problem
Emily, On June 8, 2023 at 08:21

I need advice on what to do. We went and found what we thought was the perfect venue. However I have contacted them multiple times and the communication on their end has not been the best. Should I...

Kelli, saturday 15-Jul-23 10 103
Caitlyn
Recently engaged!: How do i choose a wedding date?
Caitlyn, On June 16, 2023 at 15:57

Hello! My fiancé and I are recently engaged (literally less than 2 weeks lol) and my brain is already kicking into overdrive to plan this wedding! He and I are really trying to nail down when we'd...

Kelli, saturday 15-Jul-23 12 151
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Terrified of Attention
Bea, On June 28, 2023 at 00:46

I never wanted a wedding. I have been married before and I eloped. My fiancé has never been married and he wants a fancy wedding in a hotel. I tried to convince my fiancé to elope because I don’t want...

Kelli, saturday 15-Jul-23 3 59
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Countdown!
Amanda, On June 12, 2023 at 11:37

Hello Everyone! How many days until your wedding?! Even if you're just starting this journey of planning, tell us how far away are you until the big day!!

Kelli, saturday 15-Jul-23 30 150
Jillian
Tips for Travelling with wedding dress on airplane
Jillian, On July 20, 2022 at 23:10

Any tips or tricks on travelling on a plane (aircanada specifically) with a wedding dress as a carry on? I’ve read some planes will have closets available. I’ve been researching actual garment carry...

Pat, wednesday 12-Jul-23 5 286 1
Phoebe
Wedding dress shopping on a budget
Phoebe, On January 24, 2018 at 17:40

Hi ladies! My wedding dress budget is about $500. Has anyone ever been successful at finding a dress at that price? If so, how did you do it? Also, has anyone ordered a wedding dress online?...

Kate, saturday 8-Jul-23 14 209
Brittany
What Day of the Week is your Wedding?
Brittany, On January 25, 2023 at 18:22

Hello Brides & Grooms. What day of the week are you having your wedding? Did anything cause you to choose the specific date? I know with costs that prices are usually cheaper during the week day...

Brittany, tuesday 4-Jul-23 22 192
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Brides of 2023! Share Your Wedding Date!
Amanda, On September 5, 2022 at 23:16

Hello all of you gorgeous people! Let's talk about your wedding date! For all of you that are getting married in the year 2023, share your wedding date and what city you're getting married in! Let's...

Amanda, sunday 2-Jul-23 290 2,823 8
Kayden
lgbt Wedding
Kayden, On August 18, 2018 at 11:45

Is anyone out there planning a gay / queer / trans / LGBT wedding? My partner and I are starting on the planning stages, and because there's so little info out there, we're basically making it up as...

Harmony, tuesday 27-Jun-23 19 395
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Fake flowers, yay or nay?
Meghan, On November 16, 2020 at 14:31

So my fiancee is allergic to life in general, but pollen is one allergic that really gets him. He said he would deal with real flowers, but I want him to be comfortable, and not sneezing...

Elena18, tuesday 27-Jun-23 13 416
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Cost of Flowers and Decor?
Bea, On May 30, 2023 at 21:24

How much did you spend on flowers and decor? Bonus if you’re getting married in Banff Alberta. Fiancé and I have budgeted $4000 for a 40 person wedding. I know that chair covers, charger...

Bea, sunday 25-Jun-23 22 173
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Planning wedding
Mary, On June 21, 2023 at 10:19

Hi Everyone! I'm planning our wedding and a baptism for our son this October, while family is down to celebrate with us. I'm a little stressed as I don't know where to start with not a very big...

Carine, thursday 22-Jun-23 4 44
Kate
Did you have any declines to your wedding?
Kate, On June 19, 2023 at 14:49

Hello all : ) Let's talk numbers! It's obviously a huge help to know what you are looking at for confirmed guests for planning purposes. That being said, curious to know, out of your total number of...

Kate, wednesday 21-Jun-23 20 129

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