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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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Lynnie
Into It or Over It: Photobooths?
Lynnie, On February 12, 2018 at 10:05

This week we’re talking all about wedding trends! The past few years of weddings have been a major "photobooth phase"! What do you think? Are they still fun or are they overdone? Photobooths....are...

Judice, saturday 28-Sep-19 42 341
Lynnie
Never have I ever... caught the bouquet
Lynnie, On March 4, 2019 at 13:05

Have you ever caught the bouquet at a wedding? Or have you never been that lucky lady?? 💐 Next Question: Never have I ever... given cash as a wedding gift Back to the Beginning: Never Have I Ever! ...

Renée, friday 27-Sep-19 32 221
Kylie
The Briars Jacksons Point !
Kylie, On September 7, 2019 at 17:11

Hi everyone !! Hoping to connect with some brides who have had or having their wedding at The Briars !! We are getting married there next august and would love some tips, advice or just overall...

Cliodhna, friday 27-Sep-19 3 73
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Wedding Games
Crystal, On September 6, 2019 at 03:50

Hello lovelies! As the planning process continues for my big day, I started to think about some games to play at my wedding. I've seen so many of the same games online, but in all honesty, I want more...

Cliodhna, friday 27-Sep-19 4 92
Lynnie
Never have I ever... given a toast
Lynnie, On March 4, 2019 at 07:05

Have you ever been tasked with giving a toast at the reception? What about at the rehearsal dinner? Photo by Ben Benvie Photography in Ottawa, ON Next Question: Never have I ever... planned my wedding...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 29 153
Joey
All about wedding photography - Will you take grand exit photos?
Joey, On January 22, 2018 at 08:22

Your wedding photographer is responsible for documenting the most important moments of your wedding day. You'll want to make sure your styles, personalities, and ideas work well together, and you'll...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 17 131
Lynnie
White or Colorful: Wedding Cake?
Lynnie, On January 29, 2018 at 10:05

This week's game is dedicated to all of your color choices! Last question!!!! Will your wedding cake be white or colorful? White? Photo from Finespun Cakes & Pastries in Toronto Or Colorful? Photo...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 43 268
Lynnie
White or Colorful: Centerpieces?
Lynnie, On January 29, 2018 at 10:05

This week's game is dedicated to all of your color choices! What about the centerpieces? Are you keeping things simple and white or personalizing with pops of color? White? Photo by Ashton Creative...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 36 236
Lynnie
White or Colorful: Linens?
Lynnie, On January 29, 2018 at 10:05

This week's game is dedicated to all of your color choices! What about the table linens at the reception? White? Photo by He Found Her Or Colorful? Photo from SparklePony in Montreal Click here to go...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 35 243
Lynnie
Into It or Over It: Sparkler Exits?
Lynnie, On February 12, 2018 at 10:05

Last question alert!! What do you think about sparkler exits? Is it overdone, or always worth the photo op?? Sparkler exits... are you into it or over it? Photo by Ryan Coslovich Photography in...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 40 671
Lynnie
Into It or Over It: Naked Cakes?
Lynnie, On February 12, 2018 at 10:05

This week we’re talking all about wedding trends! Naked cakes have been the new dessert craze for awhile now! This one may be more determined by how big of a frosting fan you are Naked cakes... are...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 40 383
Lynnie
Into It or Over It: Signature Drinks?
Lynnie, On February 12, 2018 at 10:05

This week we’re talking all about wedding trends! Signature drinks have taken cocktail hours by storm! They're a great way to get creative, and also to vary your bar offerings. Are you into it, or...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 39 267
Lynnie
Into It or Over It: Wedding Hashtags?
Lynnie, On February 12, 2018 at 10:05

This week we’re talking all about wedding trends! There are so many ways to incorporate social media into your wedding nowadays - but are you on wedding hashtag overload? Tell us! Wedding hashtags......

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 43 331
Lynnie
Into It or Over It: Mason Jars?
Lynnie, On February 12, 2018 at 10:05

This week we’re talking all about wedding trends! How do you feel about mason jar decor? They are definitely a rustic wedding staple on Pinterest! Are you into it or over it? :: Pinterest Click here...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 50 377
Lynnie
Geode Cakes: Into It or Over It?
Lynnie, On August 20, 2018 at 08:05

Geode wedding decor took off like crazy recently as a wedding trend, and one place I keep seeing them is on cakes! What are your thoughts on geode cakes? Are you into it or over it ? Cake by 21 Cakes,...

July, wednesday 25-Sep-19 26 184
Lynnie
Blush: Into It or Over It?
Lynnie, On August 20, 2018 at 08:05

Blush pinks and barely-there neutrals have dominated the wedding color palette scene for awhile now. There's a reason you've seen wedding industry pros pushing bright pops of color and dark moody...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 26 183
Lynnie
The Garter & Bouquet Toss: Into It or Over It
Lynnie, On August 20, 2018 at 08:05

This one's less of a trend and more of a tradition that some people are deciding to do away with! How do you feel about the bouquet and garter tosses? Are these still an essential wedding tradition to...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 26 580
Lynnie
Donut Walls: Into It or Over It
Lynnie, On August 20, 2018 at 08:05

Donuts themselves will never be out of style as a dessert - because they're delicious, duh! But how do you feel about the donut wall trend that has taken over pinterest? Are you into it or over it? 🍩...

July, wednesday 25-Sep-19 23 767
Lynnie
Personalized Koozies: Into It or Over It?
Lynnie, On August 20, 2018 at 08:05

How do you feel about personalized koozies as wedding favors? These have been a wedding staple for awhile now - but they're starting to get pushed out of the top spot by favors that are edible and...

Nelly, wednesday 25-Sep-19 21 143
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Question - premier lighting
Artkie, On September 23, 2019 at 15:54

Hello everyone my fiancé and I trying to decide if we need premier lighting for our wedding reception . Who has one , who doesn’t and if it’s even necessary?

Ashley, tuesday 24-Sep-19 9 100
Joey
Splurge or Save: The cake
Joey, On September 9, 2019 at 08:05

Will your wedding cake be a lavish, towering masterpiece? Or will you keep it sweet and simple? Are you splurging or saving on the wedding cake? Photo by A Slice of Art in Red Deer >>Click here...

July, tuesday 24-Sep-19 29 153
Samantha
Memorable Entertainment
Samantha, On September 23, 2019 at 13:45

Hi everyone! My fiancé and I are tying the knot next July and we've booked all the essentials so far, and now we're looking at all the details, large and small. We want to have a fun wedding and we're...

Allison, tuesday 24-Sep-19 8 147
Joey
Is your venue an AirB&B / house?
Joey, On May 9, 2019 at 08:05

Who has chosen a homey venue for their wedding? Whether you're getting married at home, on family property, or at a house you'll be renting, we want to hear about your home wedding. What about a home...

Samantha, tuesday 24-Sep-19 4 97
Joey
Splurge or Save: Cocktail hour
Joey, On September 9, 2019 at 08:05

Between your ceremony and reception, what will be on offer for your guests to enjoy? Cocktails? Hors d'oeuvres? Entertainment? Are you splurging or saving on your cocktail hour? Photo by Pocketful...

Nelly, tuesday 24-Sep-19 22 133
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Provide a babysitter or not?
Brett, On September 12, 2019 at 19:44

So we each have a niece that will still be quite young (2&3) when we get married next summer, plus one of my bridesmaids has younger kids(1,6,10). I want our brothers and their wives along with my...

Ashley, monday 23-Sep-19 7 78
Melissa
No Formal Dinner Situation
Melissa, On September 13, 2019 at 04:54

Hi Everyone. I may be asking for trouble as I've seen other forum posts where people went crazy about this topic. I'll be as thorough but as to the point as possible. We will be having an outdoor...

Ashley, monday 23-Sep-19 10 702
Gabriella
Wedding Car Rental
Gabriella, On September 17, 2019 at 20:05

Hi Brides! We are looking at renting a classic car to get us from the ceremony to the reception and take some cute pictures with it! All the car rental companies will only rent out vintage cars with...

Ashley, monday 23-Sep-19 6 92
Rachel
Last minute guest additions is screwing everything up. Please help.
Rachel, On September 18, 2019 at 20:08

I'm honestly losing my mind. It's 11 days to the wedding. My parents decided to tell me today that my uncle and grandma can actually make the wedding (1% of me is like yay I love my grandma, but 99%...

Ashley, monday 23-Sep-19 14 164
Taylor
Head table seating
Taylor, On September 21, 2019 at 06:25

Hello again! We are in the midst of deciding our bridal party and we have landed on 5 bridesmaids and 5 groomsmen. Now, being that my knowledge in planning anything - let alone a wedding - is pretty...

Ashley, monday 23-Sep-19 7 130
Tiffany
Cocktail Hour
Tiffany, On September 19, 2019 at 14:05

Anyone here not doing a cocktail hour? Thoughts/benefits.....etc. We are considering not doing one so we are in need of advice. Thanks.

Alana, sunday 22-Sep-19 14 269
Danielle
Head table seating.
Danielle, On September 19, 2019 at 10:05

Don't mind me. Planning early again. Between now and our wedding, there will (hopefully) be at least 3 new children around. One will be ours, another will be the maid of honor and best man's, and the...

Danielle, thursday 19-Sep-19 7 113
Kristina
Venues
Kristina, On September 15, 2019 at 21:25

Hey everyone! I am Kristina, and I just got engaged last December. I have been searching for venues, but feel like my head is spinning. What venues has everyone had experience with, or does anyone...

Anna, thursday 19-Sep-19 10 229

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