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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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Haley
Dinner Only Reception
Haley, On August 5, 2018 at 11:04

Has anyone had or know someone who had a small ceremony followed by dinner at a restaurant? Thoughts?

Kim, tuesday 21-Aug-18 13 1,670
Julie
dj Help please- In the Cue
Julie, On August 21, 2018 at 11:04

I'm wondering if any of you have used "In the Cue" DJ services. My FH & I had an amazing meeting with the DJ last night. Great 1st impression & we were ready to book him until I looked up his...

Clarissa, tuesday 21-Aug-18 6 99
Alie
Cakes
Alie, On August 19, 2018 at 23:23

What does anyone think about cake toppers for the big day?

Alie, monday 20-Aug-18 9 135
Jennifer
Advice regarding bartenders & tipping!
Jennifer, On August 16, 2018 at 01:52

Hello all! Just need everyones advice/thoughts At our venue, we are responsible for bringing our own alcohol, but we hired bartenders through our catering company to serve the alcohol, and went...

Holly, monday 20-Aug-18 9 714
Maegan
To cake or not to cake?
Maegan, On August 7, 2018 at 12:45

So my FH and I were talking recently and we can't get over how expensive a wedding cake is! All we wanted was a 3 tier cake with 2 slabs being plastic or styrafoam and only the top one edible. This is...

Naomi, monday 20-Aug-18 38 407
Vanessa
What kind of meat did you serve at your wedding?
Vanessa, On August 17, 2018 at 13:23

FOR RED MEAT EATERS ONLY!!!! We will be having surf and turf but I'm not sure what red meat to serve! I'm trying to be smart and make menu selections that best fit serving large crowds. Any...

Stephanie, sunday 19-Aug-18 5 98
Marcia
Reception Seating, chart or pick a seat?
Marcia, On April 21, 2018 at 17:24

Will you brides be assigning seats for your guest during reception, or allowing your guest to sit anywhere? A) Seating Chart B) Pick a seat

Sand, sunday 19-Aug-18 22 336
Lynnie
What's your flava? 🎂
Lynnie, On August 14, 2018 at 16:22

Cake flavor that is! What flavors are in your wedding cake? Photo from Dynamic Weddings in Vancouver

Megann, friday 17-Aug-18 20 170
Isabel
Top 5 best and not-so-great ideas
Isabel, On August 12, 2018 at 12:08

As a 2019 bride to be in Montreal (QC), I have a question for those who are already married. What is your top 5 things you would absolutely do again from your wedding day and things you would either...

Stephanie, friday 17-Aug-18 7 163
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How/what to budget for reception alcohol
Jojo, On July 25, 2018 at 15:23

What is a good ballpark estimate for alcahol expenses? X drinks per X hours per X guests? I’m so lost!! Where can I find more concrete information?

Joey, tuesday 14-Aug-18 1 45
Lynnie
Fill in the blank: I hope our guests think our wedding is ____.
Lynnie, On August 6, 2018 at 10:32

Fill in the blank! What do you hope your guests think of your wedding? Would you want them to describe your wedding as fun, touching, intimate, personalized, gorgeous...? Next Question 👉 Fill in the...

Bianca, monday 13-Aug-18 27 131
Lynnie
Fill in the blank: I can't wait to ____ at the reception!
Lynnie, On August 6, 2018 at 10:32

Fill in the blank! What are you excited to do at your reception? Dance? Eat? See your guests? Change your shoes?? Next Question 👉 Fill in the blank: I hope our guests think our wedding is ____. ...

Bianca, monday 13-Aug-18 26 133
Mariah
Wedding seating
Mariah, On August 8, 2018 at 13:05

So I am thinking about the head table here... my fiancé and I both have three bridesmaids/ groomsmen (including maid of honor and best man).. I have 5 siblings and only two of them are in my wedding...

Bianca, monday 13-Aug-18 16 196
Emily
Number of cupcakes?
Emily, On August 8, 2018 at 20:29

Hello lovelies! My fiancé and I are planning on doing cupcakes instead of a cake. We’ll have a small cake for a traditional cutting as well. I’m just wondering if anyone has advice on how many...

Bianca, monday 13-Aug-18 9 129
Lynnie
Centerpieces: Floral or Non-Floral?
Lynnie, On January 17, 2018 at 13:05

What are you centerpiece plans? Or you going with a traditional floral arrangement, or exploring non-floral ideas? Show us your centerpiece inspiration!! Floral centerpieces? Photo from Flowers by...

Candace, sunday 12-Aug-18 21 257
Lorissa
Pizza midnight lunch!
Lorissa, On August 11, 2018 at 06:27

Hi !! I am looking to hear from brides that are getting married at the OLD TIMERS CABIN! I want to do a midnight lunch of pizza but want to order from like panago or something... im wondering if...

Gina, saturday 11-Aug-18 1 99
Danielle
Wedding Hashtag
Danielle, On July 27, 2018 at 12:43

I am not a creative person and am having a tough time finding a clever hashtag! Our names are Danielle Galbraith and Reece Forbes, taking the Forbes name. So far I got #absorbtheforbes and...

Lynnie, friday 10-Aug-18 3 507
Bell
Wedding hashtag
Bell, On August 4, 2018 at 10:08

Looking for a catchy hashtag mostly for our photobooth. My name is Christy Bell and my fiancee is Jason Rostek. I will be taking his last name. Suggestions?

Lynnie, friday 10-Aug-18 6 735
Taryn
Need Suggestions for the "kissing Game"!
Taryn, On August 9, 2018 at 14:09

Hi all you lovely brides out there!! I am looking for suggestions for when the bride and groom kiss during the reception. I really do not want to do the traditional "clinking of the glasses" as that...

Krystal, friday 10-Aug-18 8 7,548
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Decor
Bridget, On August 4, 2018 at 17:02

Just looking for some ideas. If my wedding dress is ivory, do I go with ivory table linen or stick with white?? I can’t decide!! Thanks!!!

Bridget, thursday 9-Aug-18 7 88
Lynnie
Receiving Line vs. Table Visits
Lynnie, On December 7, 2017 at 19:04

How will you be greeting your guests? Will you have a receiving line, or will be doing table visits? Photo from Pinterest

Carmela, thursday 9-Aug-18 25 805
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Surprise for my groom at the reception
Mary, On June 21, 2018 at 23:56

Hello all! I have been thinking of doing a surprise for my groom at the wedding reception. (I got a surprise proposal at a concert, so I wanted to do a surprise for him as well!) just wondering if...

Cindy, thursday 9-Aug-18 17 1,484
Jennifer
Mcdonald’s midnight lunch
Jennifer, On August 4, 2018 at 11:59

Hey ladies! My fiancé has requested a McDonald’s midnight lunch, we have talked to the owner and the manager of a McDonald’s in our city to ensure it can be done and we just need to phone back with...

Geneviève, wednesday 8-Aug-18 10 3,987
Kat
Mc.....a must??
Kat, On August 8, 2018 at 09:09

Hey everyone! So the wedding is just 30 days away!!! We still don't have an MC. We have asked a couple people however they did not feel comfortable. Do we need one? What all do they really do? Can I...

Vinod, wednesday 8-Aug-18 10 171
Lynnie
Guestbook: Tropical or Nautical?
Lynnie, On July 16, 2018 at 11:27

Final decision time! Which unique guestbook idea do you prefer? Tropical or nautical? Tropical: Photo by Sara Richardson Photography Another Tropical Idea: Photo by Natalie Schutt Photography Or...

Geneviève, wednesday 8-Aug-18 22 142
Lynnie
Cake: Tropical or Nautical?
Lynnie, On July 16, 2018 at 11:26

My sweet tooth is calling! Which cake design do you prefer for a sweet summer wedding treat? Tropical or nautical? Tropical? Photo by Ariel Kaitlin Photography Or Nautical? Photo by Anna Markley Next...

Geneviève, wednesday 8-Aug-18 21 126
Lynnie
Centerpieces: Tropical or Nautical?
Lynnie, On July 16, 2018 at 11:26

Time to extend that summer style to the main event - your centerpieces! Which centerpiece style do you prefer? Tropical or nautical? Tropical?Photo by Matty Waugh Or Nautical? Pinterest Next Question...

Geneviève, wednesday 8-Aug-18 19 125
Lynnie
Place Cards: Tropical or Nautical?
Lynnie, On July 16, 2018 at 11:26

Which style place card do you prefer? Tropical or nautical? Tropical?Photo by Chloe Murdoch Photography Bonus tropical pic: Photo by Krista Mason Photography Or Nautical? Photo from Lavish Favors...

Geneviève, wednesday 8-Aug-18 20 123
Lynnie
Seating Chart: Tropical or Nautical?
Lynnie, On July 16, 2018 at 11:26

These seating charts have some serious summer style!! Which one is your favorite? Tropical or nautical? Tropical? Pinterest Or Nautical?Photo by Brooke Allison Photo Bonus nautical optionhoto by...

Geneviève, wednesday 8-Aug-18 20 568
Andrea
Need a Playstation Cake Topper
Andrea, On August 7, 2018 at 16:25

Need a Playstation Cake Topper! Looking for a cake topper similar to this , but hoping to have anything playstation-related or any similar nerdy/geeky thing We are getting married in October 20! I...

Stephanie, wednesday 8-Aug-18 4 123
Krystal
Made with love Chandelier
Krystal, On August 2, 2018 at 00:19

I had to show off my huge centerpiece that my fiance made for me. It is a dream come true and all because he is such an incredible man and wanted to make me happy. Sorry to brag but so excited and...

Melissa, wednesday 8-Aug-18 19 201
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Barbeque Wedding Reception Meal
Krista, On August 7, 2018 at 19:50

We’re having a casual wedding at the family cottage. Only parents and siblings are invited, so there will be approximately 25 people (30 including kids who will be all under 5 years old). We have a...

Kaisha, wednesday 8-Aug-18 6 73

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