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Lynnie
More money or more time?
Lynnie, On May 27, 2019 at 09:05

Which would you rather have? More money towards your wedding budget? 💰 Or more time to plan? ⏲️ Next Question: Change your venue or change your wedding date? Back to the Beginning: Would You Rather? ...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 38 227
Lynnie
First look or wait until you walk down the aisle?
Lynnie, On May 27, 2019 at 09:05

Would you rather do a first look and get your pictures out of the way before the ceremony? Or wait so the first time you see each other is walking down the aisle? Photo from Mountainscape Weddings in...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 52 488
Lynnie
To-Do List - Long or Short?
Lynnie, On April 29, 2019 at 09:05

How's your wedding checklist looking right now? Do you have just a few things left, or is most of your planning still ahead of you? Is your wedding planning to-do list long or short? Next Question:...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 28 152
Kelly
Bridesmaid gift
Kelly, On July 29, 2019 at 02:47

Looking for ideas for bridesmaids gifts for my girl for the night before the wedding. Originally I had planned on getting them matching robes and a clutch with things they may need during the wedding...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 10 173
Meghan
Where to start?
Meghan, On August 2, 2019 at 15:06

Hi Everyone! I'm super new to this. I got engaged yesterday and we have set a date for next year (yay). I'm just wondering if any of you that are almost done your wedding planning or have already had...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 24 180
Lynnie
Is your fiancé(e) hands on or hands off?
Lynnie, On July 30, 2019 at 13:26

How involved is your fiancé(e) with planning your wedding? Are they more hands on or hands off with wedding details and decisions? Photo by Mike Black PhotoWorks in Burlington, ON

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 16 106
Flora
Venue
Flora, On July 8, 2019 at 13:09

Yay! We have set a date and hired the venue im so excited

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 21 209
Alix
Bridesmaid and wedding dress issue
Alix, On August 6, 2019 at 10:05

Sorry for the long back story but I'm pretty upset with one of my bridesmaids. So one of my bridesmaids just finished fashion design school and said that she would design and make my dress. We met to...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 19 186
Niloofar
Budget wedding
Niloofar, On March 20, 2019 at 13:45

How can I have a wedding with a $12,000 budget? Is in possible in Canada? Considering I only have 50 guests and planning to have buffet and make my own food with the help of my relatives?

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 18 369
Sarah
MOH is jealous
Sarah, On August 6, 2019 at 11:59

She’s even said so a few times. She is my best friend and she is going through some of her own stuff right now (relationship stuff/ life stuff in general). Im not mad at her or anything because I get...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 30 661
laurynbethany
Wedding Planning
laurynbethany, On August 7, 2019 at 13:12

Hello beautiful brides! I got engaged about two months ago and we have a lot of the major things booked (venue, catering, photography, etc.). What are some things you left until the end that you wish...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 13 107
Amber
How important is season to colour palette?
Amber, On July 28, 2019 at 01:34

I've had a comment or two on how the sage and lilac colour scheme I want to use is too "spring" for an October wedding. I originally was looking at fall colours like reds and yellows but they just...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 19 191
Becky
Head Table Backdrop
Becky, On August 6, 2019 at 15:49

What have you guys done for the head table backdrop? I did it basicly all DIY- barn board in 4 sections of 4 feet then I have lights to hang off of it, I rented a sheer twinkle light to go in the...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 10 141
Lynnie
Who has been the most helpful?
Lynnie, On July 8, 2019 at 09:05

Has anyone really stepped up and helped you plan? Who has been the most helpful with wedding planning? Friends or family? Next Question: Who is bringing all the drama? Back to the Beginning: Friends...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 30 158
Lynnie
Invitations - White or Colourful?
Lynnie, On June 24, 2019 at 10:04

Next up is your paper products!! Are you keeping it clean and classic with a white wedding invitation? Or livening it up with some pops of colour? White? Photo from Little Dove Calligraphy in Winnipeg...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 22 138
Lynnie
Bouquet - White or Colourful?
Lynnie, On June 24, 2019 at 10:05

What colour will your bouquet be? Are you using only white blooms or incorporating more colourful blossoms? 🌸 White? Photo by Casey Nolin Photography in Winnipeg Or Colourful? Photo from Burlap &...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 22 135
M
What's negotiable when planning a wedding??
Melanie, On August 12, 2019 at 12:47

Hi, Just started the wedding planning and wondering if people can tell me what items you can typically negotiate price?? For example, is it the norm to negotiate price with the wedding venue?? Any...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 6 253
M
Limo or no limo?
Meaghan, On August 13, 2019 at 15:46

We are very quietly eloping with just us and our kids. No guests, no party. Just a nice ceremony and then out for a nice dinner together. I started to think about transportation to the ceremony and...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 6 81
Amanda
Who is standing at your side on your big day?
Amanda, On July 30, 2019 at 12:02

Heyyyy you newly engaged planners! Have you picked your wedding party yet? Who is with you? How did you decide? How did you ask them? Tell us EVERYTHING!!!! I had my 2 closest friends as my...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 48 856
Brittany
Bridal Party Dilemma
Brittany, On August 14, 2019 at 11:28

Hey guys! I have decided to have 2 MOHs in my party to help alleviate some of the responsibilities and to accommodate everyone’s time and personal life. My first MOH is my best friend of 15 years,...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 7 84
Joey
Use it or lose it? - A hotel block
Joey, On June 17, 2019 at 08:43

Are you helping your guests find a place to stay by booking a block of rooms at a local hotel, or will you trust them to sort out their own accommodation without your help? A hotel block of rooms -...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 28 262
Kelly
diy or Buy?
Kelly, On August 11, 2019 at 04:02

Love wedding planning! Who’s with me!?!

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 6 83
Sarah-Lynn
Bridal Party conflict
Sarah-Lynn, On August 12, 2019 at 10:44

Hey everyone, first time writing on the discussion board and hoping for some insight. My fiancé and I are finalizing who to choose for our bridal party. We feel like we have it narrowed down but now...

Kelly, wednesday 21-Aug-19 25 484
A
Wedding planner??
Ashley, On August 12, 2019 at 20:36

Hello all!!! Who's hiring a wedding planner? I kind of want one because I work crazy hours and have 2 kids so I feel as if I dont really get much time to plan. My fiance says its a waste of money. I...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 9 103
Alexandria
Day of coordinator duties
Alexandria, On July 23, 2019 at 22:15

Hello! My wedding is about a year away and I have signed a contract for a day-of coordinator. I would love to “do it all myself” on my wedding day but I have family drama that might need an eye on...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 6 158
Sarah
Schedule of the day
Sarah, On August 2, 2019 at 21:07

I recently hired a Day Of Coordinator and she would like me to prepare a schedule for her for the big day. I am a little surprised as I assumed she would do that but I guess not lol. Anyway does...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 7 132
Lynnie
Which is more important: your date or your venue?
Lynnie, On July 24, 2019 at 13:00

Were you set on a specific date for your wedding? Or did your perfect venue first and then choose a date based on their availability? What’s more important to you - the ‘when’ or the ‘where’? Photo...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 26 197
Miav
Wedding Insurance coverage
Miav, On July 22, 2019 at 16:01

Hi! To those who bought wedding insurance, do you recommend to insure most of the wedding cost? Like for example, get a coverage that covers 30,000 cad for a 30,000 cad wedding. Or did you get a lower...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 6 110
Miav
Actual gifts or cash? which do you prefer?
Miav, On August 7, 2019 at 13:36

Currently building our wedding registry.. we could do with a few upgrades of what we currently have (we live together), but cash will also be a big help for a house downpayment that we are thinking of...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 22 175
S
Photo booth
Shannon, On August 18, 2019 at 11:44

Good morning guys. I booked a photo booth. I'm super excited. My question is will it look tacky, cheap to consider the photos as a favor? I do have a favor in mind. I'm from Quebec so mini syrup...

Shannon, wednesday 21-Aug-19 12 107
Aimee
Changing a bridesmaid a yr in advance
Aimee, On August 17, 2019 at 13:31

Hi, I'm getting married next yr. I have to friends that actually were the 1st friends I ever made. We grew up together but one moved away yrs ago and the other is my maid of honor. The one that moved...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 7 117
Sarah
How many hours to hire a photographer?
Sarah, On August 13, 2019 at 14:19

Hi all, We are starting to shop around for photographers and many offer different prices based on the hours they are booked (6, 8, or 10 hours). I was wondering what would be the best time allocation...

Ashley, wednesday 21-Aug-19 23 1,012

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