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Kristina
Regretting my made of honour choice
Kristina, 21 August, 2024 at 11:26

Hello everyone , This is a very difficult one . I've only got my maid of honour and 1 bridesmaid. My maid of honour has been a friend to me for 12 years . The problem I have now , we went wedding...

Vivek, monday 2-Nov-26 10 248
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Sweet carts....
kittypuss85, 17 April, 2013 at 13:16

Hi all, I may have the opportunity of taking over a sweet cart business, but I was wondering if you all could give me an idea of how popular these are now? Has the idea passed or are they still a...

Asif, monday 2-Nov-26 15 18,921
Natalie
What to do the night before the wedding?
Natalie, 7 May, 2025 at 19:55

Hello! Getting married in a little over a year. The venue does not have any accommodation apart from a honeymoon suite the night of the wedding. However we can use their bridal suite from 8:15 to get...

William, monday 2-Nov-26 108 1,456
Caroline
Electronic Invites
Caroline, 9 April, 2025 at 17:28

Hi I've recently set up our website, I'm trying to understand how to send electronic invites and if I can customise them . I can see how you add names to the guest list and it provides a generic...

Admin, monday 2-Nov-26 31 223 1
pinkandteal
No Smoking???
pinkandteal, 17 February, 2014 at 11:48

Hi all, bit controversial I fear, but is there a way I can say 'don't smoke here' without being mean or coming off as too judgemental??? The issue is our venue includes a conservatory and outdoor...

Terea, monday 2-Nov-26 19 2,073
MrsMac2be
Travel Agents Gift List
MrsMac2be, 25 April, 2011 at 10:10

Disclaimer 1 - This may become a "controversial" thread but is not my intention for it to be so.... We were going to "ask" for contributions toward our Honeymoon (not that we cant afford to pay for it...

Scott, monday 2-Nov-26 22 5,441
Megan
When to order the cake
Megan, 2 July, 2026 at 18:30

We’re thinking of getting an M&S or Waitrose cake for the wedding, it’s not until sept 2027, but I’m wondering at what point next year to order!

Khizrah, monday 2-Nov-26 23 155
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Photo App for wedding guest to upload pictures too.
Tanya, 4 October, 2024 at 15:15

Hey everyone! I was thinking about using a photo app for my wedding so that guests can upload pictures taken at the event. I'd prefer to keep the photos private among those who attended. If anyone is...

James, monday 2-Nov-26 26 254
kizzi10000
Anyone played wedding 'raffle'? Ideas needed
kizzi10000, 25 February, 2016 at 14:40

Thanks to yet another change of plan, as the pub we'd picked to eat and dance in after the ceremony has decided they're not sure they can offer what we want due to noise and space constraints, we've...

BruceEX, sunday 1-Nov-26 25 3,500
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table names for a Christmas or winter theme
Leanne86C, 21 March, 2014 at 16:00

Hi, I'm getting married at the end of November and we are stuck on table names, even something a little different would be good, we don't really want reindeers or carols though. We've got 9 tables...

Clara, sunday 1-Nov-26 18 17,134 1
Jessica
Elegant centre piece
Jessica, 1 May, 2025 at 09:01

Hi, I am looking for ideas for an elegant centre piece, we are having a small vow renweal so want something I can use for the ceremony and the breakfast. Xx

A1223123, sunday 1-Nov-26 14 128
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Furniture hire for diy reception
glaelia, 27 September, 2010 at 22:49

Hi there, looking for some advice re hiring chairs, tables, linens and crockery/cutlery etc for my wedding on 01/10/11. We're doing a DIY reception at a lovely village hall, and looking to be able to...

Harry, sunday 1-Nov-26 264 2,461
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Crete Wedding Renewal/blessing
SunnyYellowHair243, 8 August, 2024 at 16:34

Hello you lovely lot I’m wondering if you could help please!? We are looking to have a blessing/renew our vows for our 10 year anniversary and Crete has really taken our eye. We’re planning to elope...

James, sunday 1-Nov-26 23 89
Dani
Your LOVE STORY in 5 questions 💜✨
Dani, 14 February, 2025 at 11:32

Love is in the questionn’air’e ✨ We want to hear all about your love story! Tell us how you met, what made you fall and all the little things that make your relationship yours. Tick your answers in...

Zainab, sunday 1-Nov-26 13 347
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evening buffet?
mrs.g.anderson2b, 20 May, 2010 at 16:58

Is anyone not having an evening buffet? we arnt sitting down for dinner until 4pm , so wonder whether its worth having an evening buffet or not? funds are short also so thinking this is a way that we...

Carson, saturday 31-Oct-26 37 6,045
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Security for wedding reception?
Peppr Potts, 13 March, 2012 at 16:12

I was just having another look through the brochure and sample contract from the venue we're probably going to book and notice it says there is a compulsory charge for security staff at all evening...

Raghavtib, saturday 31-Oct-26 15 2,697
NorthumberlandBride
security deposit - suits (MOSS_
NorthumberlandBride, 18 February, 2012 at 22:57

So were thinking about getting our suits from moss (quality is LOVELY, service seems good and theres a branch everywhere we need one) but the security deposit is scsaring/confusing me they say the...

Raghavtib, saturday 31-Oct-26 34 4,128
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Eyelash extensions
halechap, 7 January, 2014 at 14:03

Hello, Just having a ponder on eyelash extensions and realise I know nothing about them and that there is many different types to choose from including daily wear to permanent done in a salon ( lots...

Mohsin, saturday 31-Oct-26 53 3,120
Louise
rsvp
Louise, 16 November, 2025 at 23:13

Hi, I'm getting married next October and wondered what the typical time scale on needing RSVPs in for? We only have limited numbers with getting married at the registry office so if someone can't make...

Mohsin, saturday 31-Oct-26 61 973 1
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RSVP help...
Fireworkandfairylightwedding, 20 December, 2017 at 19:54

Hi all, I don’t want to spend a huge amount on wedding stationary as, let’s face it, it ends up in the bin and we’re on a tight budget. I’d rather spend the money elsewhere, on things that the guests...

Nikolambo, saturday 31-Oct-26 6 1,108
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Hitched Website
Gina, 5 March, 2025 at 19:05

Hello, we are getting married in Rhodes, Greece next September! I am wanting to set up a website so that people can RSVP via a QR code but I can see that it is UK based so I can’t seem to choose...

Sophia, saturday 31-Oct-26 92 1,103 1
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Entertainment ideas
Zoë, 21 November, 2023 at 15:09

Hi All, Just looking for some entertainment ideas for our guests during welcome drinks/photos and perhaps our wedding breakfast. Desperate bride looking for help and inspiration. TIAZoë ☺️

Elara, saturday 31-Oct-26 50 717 1
Michelle772012
Evening Buffet food ideas please !
Michelle772012, 25 October, 2011 at 16:41

Evening ladies and gents Have been speaking to my caterer today and she has suggested i come up with some things people would expect at an eve buffet that i would be happy with she isnt a pro has done...

Lawson, saturday 31-Oct-26 10 5,663
Haleyxkx
Content creator
Haleyxkx, 21 May, 2025 at 10:20

Hey, we get married 26th October in the Lancashire area and are looking for a content creator. It’s a twilight wedding so doesn’t start until 4pm but would like someone to be there from half way...

Bernatskyi, saturday 31-Oct-26 8 91
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Changing ceremony time
Mrs-S-to-be, 4 July, 2014 at 21:45

I've been away for a week and come back full of questions! We booked our ceremony for 3pm but as the planning gets further along I feel like it should be at the earlier slot (1.30) - has anyone...

James, saturday 31-Oct-26 33 3,463
1stBaby
Canapes...how many per guest?
1stBaby, 1 November, 2008 at 18:59

As the post really...how many canapes should we allow for each guest? Thanks in advance =0)

Nisar, saturday 31-Oct-26 30 14,581
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Budget friendly wedding transport advice - Uber or other alternatives?
Wendy, 11 February, 2025 at 11:19

Hi everyone, I’m getting married this August and need some advice on how to get myself and the bridal party from our hotel to the ceremony venue. It’s only a 15-minute drive in outer London and...

Omar, saturday 31-Oct-26 5 337
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York Registry Office & Restaurant/Reception ideas
Blondie28, 20 March, 2012 at 12:31

Hi All So i've been engaged for over a year now and the sum total of my wedding plans - errrrrrr zilch! ? I've been having a look at various hotel/hall options (neither of us are religious so church...

Carson, friday 30-Oct-26 15 7,817
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Where can i find high-quality custom cake boxes for wedding favours in the Uk?
Abdul, 15 July, 2026 at 23:46

Hi everyone, I'm planning my wedding and want to give each guest a slice of cake in a beautiful personalised cake box. I'm looking for boxes that are sturdy, elegant, and can be customised with our...

Aniwatchtv, friday 30-Oct-26 73 685 6
Christmas Bride 2012
Romantic Honeymoon Winter / Christmas Breaks in the UK ? xx
Christmas Bride 2012, 6 June, 2011 at 07:41

Hi , we are having a winter / christmas wedding and would love to have a UK based break away as for one I hate flying and two its winter months and so therefore even abroad it is going to be cooler...

Laura, friday 30-Oct-26 10 12,141 1
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Vistaprint - upload your own design - anyone done this?
MrsDWT, 27 January, 2011 at 16:39

Hello I plan to use vistaprint for my wedding invites as i think they are fantastic value. The only problem is I cant really see any of the standard invite templates that i like in my colour scheme....

Ateeq, friday 30-Oct-26 14 2,142
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Evening Entertainment Opinion for a very small wedding
HappyGoldConfetti513, 7 March, 2016 at 20:47

Hi, my fiance and i are divided over entertainment. Our wedding is max 30 people in a small intimate venue. Do you think a DJ would be best or the other option is having a fun casino with croupiers,...

AsadbekNiyozov, friday 30-Oct-26 30 4,185

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