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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
Different styles of chair decorations
Emilie, On September 1, 2016 at 09:59

Hi lovely brides-to-be! Every little detail counts in making your wedding unique and personnal. I found these ideas for you to personalize the chairs to your own taste. 1. 2. 3. 4. Which one do you...

Nelly, saturday 1-Oct-16 1 59
Emilie
What will be your father-daughter dance song?
Emilie, On October 1, 2016 at 09:05

Hi beautiful brides Is your father feeling somewhat emotional about you getting married? I'm sure he must be so proud of his little girl and that you're both looking forward to that special dance...

Nelly, saturday 1-Oct-16 1 79
Breanna
Separate vendors or venue with a package?
Breanna, On September 2, 2016 at 16:52

Hi, I have started looking at venues and am starting to think if it is better to hire a hall and then separate decorator and caterer or doing it at a venue with a package? Basically I am trying to do...

Simone, saturday 1-Oct-16 6 177
Emilie
At what time will be your reception?
Emilie, On August 4, 2016 at 12:28

Hey future brides!! Will you head to your reception right after the ceremony and run like Cinderella before the clock strikes midnight? At what time will be your reception?

Nelly, friday 30-Sep-16 2 51
Emilie
Buffet or sit-down dinner?
Emilie, On July 27, 2016 at 11:18

Hi futures brides! How will your meals be served at your reception? While a buffet can be more familiar, plated meals can accomodate large amount of guests or those who cannot carry their own plate....

Nelly, friday 30-Sep-16 3 89
Sharon
wedding water bottles
Sharon, On August 17, 2016 at 15:24

Hi everyone! I know alcohol is a big thing in weddings and I was thinking of different ideas to have people drinking less alcohol and maybe more water. In our case people will have to return home and...

Nelly, friday 30-Sep-16 2 62
Emilie
Floral Spring Wedding Cakes
Emilie, On August 19, 2016 at 09:40

Hi lovely spring brides! Looking for the perfect cake for the pretty and flowery season? Here are different types of cakes for your wedding that remind me of beautiful spring. Which one would you have...

Nelly, friday 30-Sep-16 1 105
Maddy
long island iced tea recipe
Maddy, On August 24, 2016 at 12:25

Hi everyone! This weekend I tried a delicious pina colada recipe! It was A-MA-ZING! So I thought of you ladies getting married in the warm weather if you're looking for drink ideas for your wedding....

Nelly, friday 30-Sep-16 6 260
Emilie
Will your wedding be chic or rustic?
Emilie, On August 31, 2016 at 07:13

Hi lovely soon-to-weds! Defining the style of your wedding is an important step in finding the perfect wedding venue. It will help make your wedding personal and unique. What's your style? Chic or...

Nelly, friday 30-Sep-16 3 82
Emilie
Will you have a limited bar or an open bar?
Emilie, On August 24, 2016 at 11:26

Hi lovely soon-to-weds! Alcohol consumption can be a tricky subject at weddings. It all depends on budget and how much you want to control what your guests will be drinking. What will you go for?...

Nelly, friday 30-Sep-16 5 141
Emilie
9 centerpieces for Disney themed wedding
Emilie, On September 20, 2016 at 10:59

Hi lovely brides-to-be! Now that you are ready to start your happily ever after... How about bringing a little fairytale to your wedding table Which of these Disney themed tables are you favourite? 1....

Simone, friday 30-Sep-16 1 4,580
Maddy
looking for decoration ideas. ceremony + reception
Maddy, On September 27, 2016 at 06:49

Hi everyone! i'm looking for decoration ideas for our ceremony and reception. our ceremony will be in a catholic church and our reception will be in a banquet hall in toronto. they are providing all...

Simone, friday 30-Sep-16 24 185
Emilie
Which draping would you use to decorate your reception?
Emilie, On September 26, 2016 at 10:50

Hi wonderful brides and grooms There are different decor ideas you can use to set up the space of you reception into a beautiful reception, such as draping. Thanks to Valerie for the great idea! Which...

Simone, thursday 29-Sep-16 2 74
Emilie
Wedding Menu. Meat or Fish?
Emilie, On September 26, 2016 at 16:05

Hi wonderful brides and grooms There are different menu options you can choose for your menu... What will be your main dish? Meat or Fish? Image: Giphy.com

Simone, thursday 29-Sep-16 2 48
Amanda
How many songs does a reception need?
Amanda, On September 26, 2016 at 20:40

I know we will need the first dance, father daughter dance, and mother son dance.. but how many songs in general are needed for a entire reception? cocktails will begin at 5:30pm and then supper will...

Amanda, wednesday 28-Sep-16 3 790
Emilie
10 ideas with pastel colours
Emilie, On September 22, 2016 at 08:05

Hi future brides and groomies! If you're looking for a romantic colour palette, pastel colours are a soft and romantic option for both an elegant or rustic wedding. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10....

Maddy, wednesday 28-Sep-16 2 87
Amanda
I have zero clue how i'm going to decorate this space!.. help
Amanda, On September 22, 2016 at 04:34

Okay first over sorry to be a over poster tonight, but I have zero clue on what to do with our wedding.. I know we will be doing it ourselves and the venue comes with plain, basic rectangular tables,...

Maddy, wednesday 28-Sep-16 8 93
Emilie
Welcome bag for your guests?
Emilie, On September 15, 2016 at 11:05

Hello pretty ladies, The latest wedding day must-have? Welcome bags to your guests! Do you think your guest would like to recibe one? Is it on you budget?

Nelly, wednesday 28-Sep-16 1 57
Emilie
5 flower arrangements for an elegant reception
Emilie, On September 14, 2016 at 07:05

Hi elegant brides Flowers are beautiful elements to have on your wedding table to add an elegant charm to your wedding table. They can be silk flowers, real flowers, have different shapes, ... Which...

Nelly, monday 26-Sep-16 1 76
Amanda
We booked and paid for our venue today :d
Amanda, On September 20, 2016 at 22:16

So we paid our hall today (YAY!) , it is perfect for us, and our style Were planning on having our ceremony out at our faviorte camp ground, they have a hall there and I knew it would be perfect for...

Simone, thursday 22-Sep-16 9 109
Emilie
10 wedding ideas with teal
Emilie, On September 22, 2016 at 09:05

Hi lovely soon-to-weds! Teal is a lovely colour that you can match either with gemstone colours like jade, gold, silver, or with pastel colours like pink, mint, green, turquoise. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7....

Emilie, thursday 22-Sep-16 47
Emilie
10 ideas for a wedding with lavender colours
Emilie, On September 2, 2016 at 07:43

Hi future brides! Not only is lavender a beautiful flower that grows on Canadian land, it's also a beautiful colour for a chic and romantic wedding. Here are a few ideas to bring some lavender colours...

Eartha, thursday 15-Sep-16 4 92
Emilie
10 ideas for a wedding in black and gold
Emilie, On September 5, 2016 at 09:23

Hi lovely brides-to-be! With a wedding in black and gold, you are sure to light up the room with beautiful highlights that remind the Great Gatsby's elegant parties. Here are 10 ideas for a wedding in...

Simone, thursday 15-Sep-16 12 109
Emilie
10 ideas for a Gatsby themed wedding
Emilie, On September 8, 2016 at 12:37

Hi classy ladies! If you're looking for the best elegant party ideas, Gatsby has them. A touch of gold and elegant black to your venue, and your wedding will turn into the perfect classy wedding....

Kira, wednesday 14-Sep-16 2 110
G
Looking for particular guest book
Glennis, On September 1, 2016 at 08:23

I'm looking for a guestbook that has spots in it to insert photos. I would put some engagement photos in the first few pages and then people can sign wherever throughout the book. Then after the...

Richelle, tuesday 13-Sep-16 5 122
Emilie
Comfort Food and Winter Wedding Cakes
Emilie, On August 17, 2016 at 13:23

Hi lovely ladies! Whether you're looking for the perfect wedding cake or just because you feel like eating what makes you really happy during winter (yum chocolate! ), here are some comfort food you...

Simone, thursday 8-Sep-16 3 237
Emilie
10 desserts for a beach wedding
Emilie, On September 8, 2016 at 11:41

Hi lucky ladies! If you are getting married at the beach, you are definitely a lucky bride. I always thought that getting married near a lake, or sea was super romantic! Here are a few ideas to bring...

Emilie, thursday 8-Sep-16 300
Elaine
menu foodtruck and food stations
Elaine, On September 1, 2016 at 14:05

Hi all! we decided to go for a venue in open air outside of the city where our friend owns a field. we're gonna buy and make our decorations ourselves for the ceremony and reception. and we want to...

Valerie, monday 5-Sep-16 4 131
Eartha
Wedding entertainment
Eartha, On September 2, 2016 at 15:02

Hi All, I wanted to ask around and see how you guys are planning to keep your guests entertained during your wedding? I don't plan to play too much games as most of the attendees will be aunts and...

Emilie, monday 5-Sep-16 4 141
Emilie
Wedding cake or cupcakes?
Emilie, On June 22, 2016 at 21:34

Hi ladies!! If you have a sweet tooth like I do, you probably already started thinking about your wedding cake. Cupcakes are becoming more and more popular, but will you regret not having that...

Devon, sunday 4-Sep-16 5 116
Emilie
10 ideas for beach wedding style
Emilie, On September 2, 2016 at 06:29

Hi lovely brides-to-be! There are many ways to bring beach elements to your wedding style. Even if you're nowhere near water, these inspiring ideas will bring a fresh sea breeze to your wedding. Which...

Emilie, friday 2-Sep-16 91
Emilie
Fall ingredients to add to your wedding menu
Emilie, On August 10, 2016 at 17:05

Hey wonderful Fall Brides! Am I the only one to think about food when Fall is coming? Maybe I'm preparing for winter hibernation but when I think of Fall, I think of candies, cinnamon, pumpkins,...

Rashna, tuesday 23-Aug-16 3 123

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