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The wedding reception is where the party really starts. It’s where you and your guests will celebrate your “I dos” with drinking, dancing, mixing and mingling. Find out how to choose the best venue for you, how to decorate it, and of course, how to choose the menu.

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Cliodhna
Will there be assigned seating at your wedding?
Cliodhna, On October 24, 2019 at 09:05

Many couples want to curate an amazing guest experience and this often involves devising the perfect seating chart. It’s common that guests are assigned a specific table at a reception. Assigned...

Bianca, monday 2-Dec-19 13 150
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Vendor Meals
Mcarthur, On October 23, 2019 at 14:55

Hi All! We are wondering how many people you think is reasonable for vendor meals? My hair and makeup artists are friends, so I would invite them and their husbands as they are doing services and...

Bianca, monday 2-Dec-19 8 146
Lynnie
Garter Toss? Keep or Cancel?
Lynnie, On September 16, 2019 at 09:50

I have to confess that I've never actually seen a garter toss in person! But apparently 37% of grooms still participate in this reception tradition! Will this toss tradition make the cut for your...

Allison, monday 2-Dec-19 31 227
Lynnie
What are you giving as a wedding favour?
Lynnie, On March 22, 2019 at 13:05

Have you decided on your wedding favours? Are you going with something edible or a personalized keepsake? Photo from Efflorescence Events in Laval, Quebec

Mahsa, monday 2-Dec-19 43 718
Madisyn
Decorating wedding party table
Madisyn, On November 28, 2019 at 12:39

Hi ladies! I'm looking for some ideas and inspiration on how to decorate (if at all) our bridal party table. We will be sitting with our 3 bridesmaids, 3 groomsmen and their spouses. There will only...

Madisyn, sunday 1-Dec-19 15 176
Sinéad
Poll: What is your catering style?
Sinéad, On November 27, 2019 at 09:05

Have you decided what your catering style is, or are you still weighing up your options? There are lots of styles to choose from - a plated dinner, a buffet, family-style, food trucks, and the list...

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Jamie
Any Muse "band" fans here? which song would be good for couples entrance?
Jamie, On November 26, 2019 at 18:15

I am a huge Muse fan, I also got my fiance into their music and we saw them 3 times.. so I like to use one of their songs when the MC introduce us as man and wife.

Jamie, friday 29-Nov-19 4 77
Jamie
Music for the venue
Jamie, On November 26, 2019 at 18:13

Music is important to my wedding.. My partner and I love music style is alternative rock, New wave, punk, hard rock progressive rock and indie music. We ain't big fans of the top 40 but will ask the...

Ashley, thursday 28-Nov-19 5 94
Liga
Will you have a wedding menu at the wedding supper????
Liga, On November 6, 2019 at 02:14

Will you have a wedding menu at the wedding supper???? We will have, which I will order in the end of this year from vistaprint. And it will become part of table decor. Tomorrow is our second menu...

Shannon, thursday 28-Nov-19 22 329
Cliodhna
Favourite Black Wedding Cake?
Cliodhna, On October 28, 2019 at 09:05

Traditional wedding cakes were white, however, some modern couples are getting creative with their cakes, injecting some fun and personality! A black wedding cake is bold and unique choice. Which...

Melissa, monday 25-Nov-19 20 114
Cliodhna
Favourite Black Tablescape?
Cliodhna, On October 28, 2019 at 09:05

Depending on how much black you add, it can create a dark and moody tablescape or give your reception a modern flair! Which black tablescape is your favourite style? 🖤 A) Gothic and glam? Photo from...

Melissa, monday 25-Nov-19 22 114
Delaney
Does wood blend in with every type of decor?
Delaney, On November 21, 2019 at 13:17

Hi all, When I first started planning I purchased a couple of wood pieces for my ceremony/reception, however now that I've honed in on what my day is going to look like I'm worried that they will look...

Geneviève, saturday 23-Nov-19 8 95
Rayanne
Who won a free photobooth? This girl!
Rayanne, On November 21, 2019 at 15:38

I'm so excited. I entered the draw at our local wedding show and the drawing was on Nov. 13. They give you 24 hours to reply if your number is drawn, then they move on. My number came up 6 days later....

Rayanne, friday 22-Nov-19 11 106
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Wedding Photos near Hazelton Manor
Amanda, On November 16, 2019 at 13:05

Hi, Does anyone have any recommendations for an outdoor location near Hazelton Manor (Vaughan) to take wedding photos? We would be coming from Weston/401 area. Thanks!

Amanda, friday 22-Nov-19 6 98
Sherisse
Reception Games
Sherisse, On April 27, 2019 at 19:46

Hey Brides; are any of you have any games or fun entertainment at your reception? My Fiancé would love to some but we don’t know which ones. Any ideas? thanks ladies

John, friday 22-Nov-19 7 201
Kassandra
DJ services
Kassandra, On November 19, 2019 at 03:00

Has anybody heard of Boomtown Sound DJ services out of Edmonton, AB?

Cliodhna, friday 22-Nov-19 2 380
Cliodhna
Favourite Fall Favour?
Cliodhna, On September 30, 2019 at 09:05

Are you a fan of wedding favors? Which fall favour would you choose for your guests? A) Jam? Photo by Image By Design Events in Collingwood B) Roasted Pumpkin Seeds? Photo from Pinterest C) Candy...

Geneviève, wednesday 20-Nov-19 24 164
Cliodhna
Favourite Fall Dessert?
Cliodhna, On September 30, 2019 at 09:05

Fall food to me is all things warm and cozy 😊 Which delicious fall dessert is your favourite? A) Pies? Photo from Pinterest B) Donuts? Photo from Pinterest C) Caramel apple bar? Photo from Pinterest...

Geneviève, wednesday 20-Nov-19 26 141
Cliodhna
Favourite Fall Centerpiece?
Cliodhna, On September 30, 2019 at 09:05

Which do you think is the cutest way to incorporate fall into your table centerpieces? Would you include pumpkins, fall flowers, or some other fall decor? Which fall centerpiece is your favourite? A)...

Geneviève, wednesday 20-Nov-19 24 132
Cliodhna
Favourite Fall Place Card?
Cliodhna, On September 30, 2019 at 09:05

It’s all about those fall little details! 🔎🍁 Which place card gives you all the fall feels? A) Classic autumnal accents? Photo from Pinterest B) Pinecone perfection? Photo from Pink Umbrella Designs...

Geneviève, wednesday 20-Nov-19 25 133
Cliodhna
One or more signature cocktail?
Cliodhna, On October 14, 2019 at 09:05

Are you a cocktail loving couple?🍹Will you concoct a signature cocktail (or several) for your guests to enjoy at your reception? Will you have one or more signature cocktail? Photo from Events by...

Geneviève, wednesday 20-Nov-19 20 150
Cliodhna
One or more cake flavour?
Cliodhna, On October 14, 2019 at 09:05

So many cake flavours to choose from! How can one decide between them all?! If you’ve chosen to serve desserts instead of a cake, you have just as many, if not more options! Will you have one or more...

Geneviève, wednesday 20-Nov-19 25 177
Chanelle
Late Night Food: is it necessary?
Chanelle, On February 7, 2018 at 23:47

If we plan on serving dinner around 6:30/7, and the venue shuts down at midnight, is the extra food necessary? Part of me is thinking this is just one more expense I can cut back on but I’d love to...

Carol, tuesday 19-Nov-19 43 7,551
Joey
Are you assigning seats, assigning tables, or leaving it open?
Joey, On January 22, 2019 at 08:05

When your reception rolls around, will your guests be assigned to a certain seat? Will you direct them to a table and let them seat themselves? Or will guests be allowed to seat themselves wherever...

Katelyn, monday 18-Nov-19 42 1,945
Kimi
Caterers in the Hamilton/cambridge Area?
Kimi, On November 9, 2019 at 20:02

Looking for recommendations for catering near Hamilton or Cambridge that can come to our venue site and do set-up and take-down (there is a full kitchen available). Hoping to stay within $25-30...

Kimi, saturday 16-Nov-19 6 89
Kelsey
Do you need to love the venue staff?
Kelsey, On October 15, 2019 at 12:10

Okay here's the thing. We're looking at two venues, same price. One of the venues is objectively nicer and has more perks included, but we just didn't click with the person in charge of Event/Wedding...

Danielle, friday 15-Nov-19 14 234
Brittney
Looking for Affordable Venue
Brittney, On November 8, 2019 at 15:47

Hey there Were getting married this December it’s a very small intimate wedding and we’re proving our own food and beverage do you guys know of any venues we can use that just allows us to rent the...

Kelsie, thursday 14-Nov-19 11 132
Joey
Will you do "clink for kisses"?
Joey, On August 13, 2018 at 08:17

It was love that brought everyone to this community, so let's talk about love! At your reception, are you going to give in to the clinking of glasses and kiss? Are you doing an alternative to clinking...

Steph, thursday 14-Nov-19 29 271
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Wedding timeline
Megan, On November 3, 2019 at 09:00

Hey guys! So I’m really stuck on a timeline of events. We are having a destination wedding in Mexico and our wedding package involves a 20 minute ceremony, a cocktail hour, and a 3hr reception. As far...

Cliodhna, friday 8-Nov-19 4 102
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First Dance Song
Megan, On October 18, 2019 at 12:30

I feel like we all have that one song that you always dream to dance to on your wedding day, has yours changed since planning your wedding? My fiance and I are having a tough time agreeing on a song...

Danielle, thursday 7-Nov-19 15 481
Sinéad
Your Dream Entertainment
Sinéad, On October 21, 2019 at 09:05

We won’t pretend that a lot of us haven’t looked into a quote from a llama petting zoo for your reception!! What extravagant entertainment have you considered for your wedding, before ultimately...

Bianca, wednesday 6-Nov-19 18 126
Sinéad
Your Dream Wedding Cake
Sinéad, On October 21, 2019 at 09:05

Have you come across a wedding cake that you just can’t stop thinking about? If you didn’t have to consider the cost, what would your wedding cake look like? Would you defy gravity with the number of...

Bianca, wednesday 6-Nov-19 21 153

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