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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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Diana
Help! deciding between two venues in toronto. berkeley vs 2nd floor
Diana, On March 18, 2017 at 15:36

Ladies and gents, we need your help! We are deciding between two locations. Both are beautiful in their own way and completely helpful. We haven't been to an event at either location. If you've been...

Diana, friday 24-Mar-17 3 171
B
My vendor in edmonton
Bailey, On March 18, 2017 at 00:33

Having a small wedding in the country is a bit tedious when there's no buildings to have the reception in. Thankfully, we were able to rent an event tent, chairs, and a nice lighting package from...

Emilie, wednesday 22-Mar-17 1 41
Rachel
Recue flats
Rachel, On March 19, 2017 at 09:54

Has anyone bought from Rescue Flats and used them at their reception for their guests yet?? or has anyone receienved a pair? curious to know how they hold up https://ca.rescueflats.com

Rachel, tuesday 21-Mar-17 2 74
#martymarriesjacquie
Our venue in medicine hat, alberta
#martymarriesjacquie, On March 16, 2017 at 14:57

Venue - Medalta Kiln - Medalta We live in Ottawa, wanted a destination wedding and gave into mom by agreeing to have our wedding in the bride`s hometown. We would only agree to it though if we could...

Emilie, tuesday 21-Mar-17 2 60
Sabrina
Restaurant in Collingwood
Sabrina, On March 2, 2017 at 11:35

I'm trying to find a restaurant is Collingwood for 110 people for July 8th.any ideas?

Emilie, tuesday 21-Mar-17 4 297
Abby
Decor vendor
Abby, On March 14, 2017 at 16:40

Hello brides! I am looking for a vendor that rents out chair sashes/bows. I am perfectly fine with just the seat cover that we will be getting from the venue as a part of our package. However, my...

Emilie, monday 20-Mar-17 1 66
Jessica
Adults only! help!
Jessica, On March 17, 2017 at 12:40

Hey everyone! So I want an adults only wedding (no kiddies running around and no extra mouths to feed that won't eat!) How do I make it clear that it is an 18+ event? Do I get right to it and put...

Samtam, sunday 19-Mar-17 11 198
Emilie
4 + 1 Saint Patrick's Day Wedding Inspirations
Emilie, On March 17, 2017 at 05:50

Hey wonderful ladies! I'm starting this chain of Saint Patrick's Day wedding inspirations! I hope you'll join me!! Which of the inspirations do you like best for a wedding? Lucky Centerpieces Green...

April, sunday 19-Mar-17 5 61
Jen
Not sure which to go with...
Jen, On March 10, 2017 at 13:19

Hey ladies, I need your help! So, I've recently come across the beautiful Chiavari chairs at an event we went to and fell in love with how they complete the look of a room. However, they are FAR from...

Jen, sunday 19-Mar-17 16 175
Emilie
What are the best Disney wedding songs?
Emilie, On March 14, 2017 at 17:05

Hey lovely brides-to-be! Do you remember these songs we used to listen to over and over again when we were younger... and even now today! Which one would you include into your wedding?

Ashley, wednesday 15-Mar-17 5 304
Jessica
Seating! (children and babies of wedding party)
Jessica, On March 2, 2017 at 16:49

Hi all! I've been reading up on other websites that the "head table" is not really what it used to be. All the weddings I've attended the wedding party (only) sits at the head table with the Bride and...

Laura, monday 13-Mar-17 10 472
Stephanie
Location, location, location
Stephanie, On March 10, 2017 at 08:31

So my I guess you call him Fiance but that just sounds weird?? Anyways we have decided and already started plugging away at our beach elopement wedding we are doing with jist us and our daughter who...

Stephanie, monday 13-Mar-17 7 93
Katie
Centerpieces - Space and galaxy theme
Katie, On February 4, 2017 at 20:51

I'm having a space theme wedding. Not like Star Wars or Star Trek, but stars planets galaxies. I'm sorta stumped on centrepieces. Any one have any ideas?

Katie, sunday 12-Mar-17 8 651
Emilie
4 + 1 wedding ideas with hearts
Emilie, On March 11, 2017 at 14:05

Hey lovely ladies! If you're a romantic person too and love to put hearts everywhere like I do ... I thought you might like these ideas! Which is your favourite? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Aren't they sweet...

Chelsea, saturday 11-Mar-17 4 66
Maria
Centerpieces
Maria, On March 7, 2017 at 11:25

How much do people typically spend on centerpieces? I want a floral centerpiece with candles, to make the room moody and beautiful, just not sure what the appropriate spend on something like this is!...

Emilie, wednesday 8-Mar-17 6 132
Emilie
My favourite wedding theme
Emilie, On March 1, 2017 at 08:53

Hey lovely brides-to-be! There are a lot of ideas out there for wedding themes! Almost anything is possible! What is your favourite theme idea you found online so far? I have to admit I am a huge Game...

Simone, sunday 5-Mar-17 25 138
Emilie
What hit of the year will play at your wedding?
Emilie, On March 3, 2017 at 09:15

Hey lovely soon-to-weds! Let's continue our wedding playlist! Every year there are catchy songs that play over and over on the radio and we end up liking them... or hating them! What hit of the year...

Simone, sunday 5-Mar-17 13 89
Emilie
6 ideas to decorate the bathrooms at your wedding
Emilie, On February 9, 2017 at 07:05

Hey brides and grooms! Yes! You can also decorate the bathrooms for your wedding! Which of these ideas do you like best? 1. Emergency kit for your guests 2. Cute message in the mirror 3. Candles 4....

Erin, saturday 4-Mar-17 9 89
Emilie
Will you have a dessert table?
Emilie, On October 20, 2016 at 11:05

Hi lovely brides For the sweet tooths your reception can have the most amazing dessert table ever where people will be able to choose from cake to candies, cupcakes... whatever you would like to have...

Erin, saturday 4-Mar-17 9 89
Emilie
Which desserts would you have on your dessert table?
Emilie, On September 24, 2016 at 12:05

Hi wonderful brides and grooms! They say that love is sweet... so besides your wedding cake, sweets are the best thing to add some love to your wedding menu!! I know... I'm totally biased, I just love...

Erin, saturday 4-Mar-17 5 79
Emilie
8 ideas for a wedding in the mountains
Emilie, On November 24, 2016 at 08:05

Hi wonderful brides If you're getting married in the mountains, you're sure to have an amazing decor for your wedding! Which ideas are your favourites? 1. Intimate Cabin Venue 2. Mountain Cake 3....

Erin, saturday 4-Mar-17 5 63
Emilie
4 purple centerpieces. Which one do you prefer?
Emilie, On March 2, 2017 at 18:05

Hey lovely brides-to-be! Who are the brides getting married in purple? Which of these centerpieces do you like best? 1. 2. 3. 4. Which one do you prefer and why? *** Images: Pinterest ...

Simone, friday 3-Mar-17 5 63
Carolyne
Wedding cake idea
Carolyne, On February 24, 2017 at 20:49

Just some ideas for you bride-to-be!

Carolyne, friday 3-Mar-17 13 91
Carolyne
Bars ideas
Carolyne, On February 24, 2017 at 22:31

Some bars ideas if you want some!

Carolyne, friday 3-Mar-17 13 109
K
How much pipe and drape?
Kim P, On March 2, 2017 at 12:22

Does anyone know how much Pipe and Drape I would need to drape a ballroom that is 5000 sq ft.?

Emilie, friday 3-Mar-17 2 68
Meggan
Pot luck
Meggan, On February 21, 2017 at 11:41

Hi everyone, Im wondering if anyone has had or is planning on having a Pot luck style for there wedding. We are having 125 guests with no formal sit down dinner. We are supplying a hot dog cart that...

Jessica, thursday 2-Mar-17 12 198
Emilie
2 simple centerpieces. A or B?
Emilie, On February 28, 2017 at 20:05

Hey wonderful brides! If you had to choose one of these two centerpieces for your wedding, which one would you choose? A. B. A or B? *** Images: Pinterest

Caitlin Beaumont, wednesday 1-Mar-17 11 91
Jenn Snow
Reception
Jenn Snow, On February 28, 2017 at 13:02

Good morning all! So I am trying to plan a smallish wedding (not more then 100-120 guests)We don't have a ton of money to play with, but are looking for somewhere nice that will let us supply our own...

Leah, wednesday 1-Mar-17 5 112
Samantha
Reception woes....
Samantha, On February 27, 2017 at 12:51

I'm desperately trying to find a venue for our reception, sadly everything in the Calgary area that I've looked at is well over my budget. I'm hoping not to go over $1000 for the rental as I...

Melissa, tuesday 28-Feb-17 6 129
Maria
Decor
Maria, On February 27, 2017 at 14:17

Going to make our own flower backdrop😍❤

Emilie, tuesday 28-Feb-17 10 104
Emilie
A size guide for tablecloth overlays
Emilie, On February 27, 2017 at 16:05

Hey wonderful soon-to-weds! To add a little colour and sparkles to your tables, you can add overlays to your tablecloths. Here's a guide for the size of overlays you might need What style will you go...

Lisa, tuesday 28-Feb-17 3 70
Emilie
8 round wedding cakes
Emilie, On February 27, 2017 at 13:05

Hey lovely brides-to-be! Choosing from flavour to shape of your wedding cake, there's a lot of options! Which of these round wedding cakes do you like best? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Which design is...

Kacy, monday 27-Feb-17 7 77

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