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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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Emilie
6 +1 square wedding cakes
Emilie, On February 25, 2017 at 12:05

Hey wonderful brides! Square wedding cakes are really modern and usually have more servings than a round cake. Will you go for a square wedding cake? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Which one do you prefer? ***...

Erin, monday 27-Feb-17 6 81
Emilie
Simple tablecloth or overlays?
Emilie, On February 26, 2017 at 12:05

Hey wonderful brides! What style do you prefer to dress your wedding tables? Simple tablecloth or overlays? A. Simple tablecloth B. Overlays A or B? *** Images: Pinterest

Erin, monday 27-Feb-17 5 51
Emilie
2 styles of cupcakes. A or B?
Emilie, On February 26, 2017 at 15:05

Hey wonderful brides! Will you have cupcakes at your wedding? Which style do you prefer? A. B. A or B? *** Images: Pinterest

Simone, monday 27-Feb-17 5 56
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How would you decorate my reception space?
Linzer, On February 25, 2017 at 18:27

Hello ladies! I have a pretty clear vision but I would love some input on decor for my reception venue! We are going for romantic and lots of florals. I'm hiring a MOC to help set up my decor but not...

Natasha, monday 27-Feb-17 19 168
Amanda
Wedding favors
Amanda, On February 24, 2017 at 13:35

I was wondering how many wedding favors do people usually have for guests. This is my first wedding and i'm not sure how many i actually need. I would appreciate the help thanks!! Amanda

Emilie, monday 27-Feb-17 11 125
Kacy
Calling everyone hosting or who have attended a cocktail-style reception!
Kacy, On February 25, 2017 at 19:50

Hello everyone! We are still exploring all of our options for our wedding, including a cocktail-style reception; one because we hope it might reduce our catering costs and also make the evening more...

Stephanie, sunday 26-Feb-17 10 331
Emilie
Square or round wedding cake?
Emilie, On February 24, 2017 at 14:05

Hey lovely ladies! I love looking at wedding cakes! I can't decide which one I like best between the square and round cake in terms of design! What about you? A. Square B. Round Square or round...

Kacy, saturday 25-Feb-17 7 114
Carolyne
Photobooth
Carolyne, On February 24, 2017 at 22:40

Photobooth ideas

Carolyne, saturday 25-Feb-17 8 76
Emilie
3 decorations for a rustic wedding
Emilie, On February 24, 2017 at 13:05

Hey lovely future weds! Here are three styles of decorations you could go for, for a rustic wedding. Which one would you choose? 1. 2. 3. What style of decor do you prefer for a rustic wedding? ***...

Simone, saturday 25-Feb-17 6 66
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Who sits where?
Chris, On February 23, 2017 at 08:52

For obvious reasons I have to group those that don't speak English at the same table. One would then put extended family together at one table so not to separate aunts, uncles, cousins etc. Here is my...

Simone, saturday 25-Feb-17 7 79
Emilie
What size of tablecloth will you need for your wedding?
Emilie, On February 24, 2017 at 10:05

Hi wonderful brides! I found this great infographic to see what size of tablecloth you'll need for your wedding What is going to be the size of your tables? What size of tablecloth will you need for...

Simone, saturday 25-Feb-17 4 74
Andraya
Seating
Andraya, On February 18, 2017 at 08:24

newlands So the head table in on one side of the floor and oppisite from this is the Dance floor / buffet. I want to see my future in laws by the dance floor as this is closer to the bathrooms and is...

Donna, friday 24-Feb-17 5 138
Emilie
Head table: With or without parents?
Emilie, On February 21, 2017 at 12:05

Hey future newlyweds! Planning the head table and who sits where is not always an easy task. How will you choose to do yours? Will your parents sit with you at the head table? Image: Pinterest ...

Carolyne, thursday 23-Feb-17 12 860
Vanessa
Is it "rude" to not provide dinner?
Vanessa, On February 21, 2017 at 14:55

We're doing a cocktail style ceremony and reception starting at around 7 pm. I feel like this is a late enough start time to not expect a meal - kepping in mind that the ceremony will be at 7:10 pm....

Carolyne, thursday 23-Feb-17 21 694
Emilie
Which cake stand would you choose for your wedding cake?
Emilie, On February 1, 2017 at 16:05

Hey brides and grooms! A cake stand will give a lot of style to your cake! Which one would you choose? 1. Classic cake stand 2. Rustic wood slab 3. High decorated stand 4. Real carved wood 5. Silver...

Erin, thursday 23-Feb-17 12 100
Emilie
Fruity Summer Wedding Cakes
Emilie, On August 19, 2016 at 15:40

Hey summer brides! One things I love about summer is all the local fresh fruits and vegetables we can easily find and eat at every table! If you're a fruit lover like me, here are different ideas to...

Erin, thursday 23-Feb-17 4 147
Emilie
10 centerpieces for every style
Emilie, On February 21, 2017 at 18:05

Hey lovely brides! Whatever your style is, there are simple yet beautiful ideas for your centerpieces Which one do you like best? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Which one matches your style? ***...

Erin, thursday 23-Feb-17 13 104
Emilie
8 winter wedding ideas
Emilie, On December 2, 2016 at 17:05

Hi lovely brides It's time for the cold season but ideas are definitely burning! Which one is your favourite? 1. Winter Boutonniere 2. Winter Wedding Cake 3. Winter Centerpiece 4. Winter Cover Up 5....

Erin, thursday 23-Feb-17 6 135
Stephanie
Catering budget
Stephanie, On February 22, 2017 at 11:47

Hello everyone, Eric has non stop raving about a venue in montreal which he hasnt even seen yet. So seeing that it is a venue in which I need a caterer, I am puzzled on the price and what to expect...

Stephanie, thursday 23-Feb-17 12 1,204
Kendra
Father/daughter dance
Kendra, On January 20, 2017 at 16:44

I am finding it hard to find a song for the Father/ Daughter dance that is not Country music. My dad is 82 years old also so can't have a too lively song. So any ideas out there for me would be...

Chris, wednesday 22-Feb-17 7 147
Jessica
Inviting people in the workplace
Jessica, On February 21, 2017 at 15:22

I work in a small office, about 20 people. However, I don't want to invite EVERYONE to my wedding. Is it rude to only invite some people? There are just some people I've only ever had small talk with,...

Natasha, wednesday 22-Feb-17 22 184
Emilie
Buttercream or fondant?
Emilie, On January 15, 2017 at 09:05

Hey future newlyweds! Cake tasting is the best thing ever! But you can only choose one for your wedding ... What will you go for? Buttercream or fondant? Fondant Buttercream Which one would you have...

Kacy, tuesday 21-Feb-17 20 152
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Sticky rsvp situation
Shevonn, On February 21, 2017 at 08:01

Hey ladies, So I have a bit of a situation on my hands but before I get to that let me give you a little backstory. After my FH and I got engaged he decided that he wanted to invite two of his closest...

Shevonn, tuesday 21-Feb-17 17 169
Emilie
Doctor Who wedding theme
Emilie, On January 31, 2017 at 07:16

Hey brides and grooms! Can you believe that Doctor Who has been playing since 1963...? For the couples who's love grew with Doctor Who... here are a few ideas! Tardis blue wedding cake Cufflinks...

Shevonn, tuesday 21-Feb-17 4 246
Emilie
Decorations with candles for your reception tables
Emilie, On February 12, 2017 at 10:05

Hey brides and grooms! Will you include candles on your tables for the reception? Which style is your favourite? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Which one is your favourite? *** Images: Pinterest ...

Shevonn, monday 20-Feb-17 13 225
Becca
Seating chart app
Becca, On February 11, 2017 at 20:14

Hi beautiful bride/groomDo you know a great app or website to do a custom seating plan? I have a beautiful venue but the space is stressing me. I need to find a way to make a good seating plan so I...

Dannie & Brett, sunday 19-Feb-17 13 817
Emilie
Creamy wedding cake. A or B?
Emilie, On February 15, 2017 at 14:05

Hey wonderful brides! Who's looking forward to cake tasting the most? You or your FH? If you had to choose one of these two delicious wedding cakes... Which one would it be? Blueberry Chocolate ...

Jessica, saturday 18-Feb-17 12 121
Jonelle
Light reception questions
Jonelle, On February 16, 2017 at 11:19

Hi everyone! My fiancé and I are not having a sit down meal at our reception. We are having a dance and cocktails as well as ordering pizza for everyone as the night goes on. We're kind of stumped as...

Emilie, friday 17-Feb-17 7 141
Emilie
8 original favours for your guests
Emilie, On February 15, 2017 at 10:05

Hey lovely future weds! If you're looking for original favours for your wedding guest, I might have a few suggestions for you! A fan for a summer wedding Mini flower pots to decorate their house Gift...

Kacy, thursday 16-Feb-17 8 119
Emilie
6 simple centerpieces. Which one matches your style?
Emilie, On February 10, 2017 at 12:05

Hey lovely brides! Here are a few ideas for simple but beautiful centerpieces. Which ones are you favourites? 1. Rustic 2. Modern 3. Romantic 4. Whimsical 5. Greenery 6. Chic and simple Which one...

Shannon, tuesday 14-Feb-17 17 142
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Wedding favour
Stephanie, On February 12, 2017 at 22:02

Hello! I'm wondering if anyone has experience with hiring a photographer specifically to take family/group portriats for their guests as their wedding favour? I'm not sure if it should come through my...

Emilie, monday 13-Feb-17 2 61
Emilie
4 essential pictures for your Photobooth
Emilie, On February 12, 2017 at 08:05

Hey lovely future weds! If you already know you're going to have a Photobooth at your wedding, here are 4 types of pictures you can't miss Here are a few ideas! Funny pic Romantic With your friends...

Samtam, sunday 12-Feb-17 3 57

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