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Wedding photographer that doesn't cost the earth
Juliebb, 17 January, 2020 at 19:27

Hello folks, we're in the starting stages of sorting wedding planning and constantly cringe every time we try and find a photographer and see the price list. Surely there are people out there who...

Karen1357, sunday 21-Feb-21 11 1,164
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Wedding Invites
LuxuriousGreenFlowers798, 25 January, 2017 at 21:51

Am a bit OCD when it comes to things matching, so am looking to have my save the dates, invites, name places etc all matching. But when looking online I could be spending an absolute fortune to get...

Phillip, saturday 20-Feb-21 18 4,071
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if the dress is ivory should the shirts be too????
amythest76, 23 September, 2010 at 12:33

I was told if my dress is ivory and oh wears a white shirt (i have no idea if he is!) then my dress will look grubby.....is this true? should i give him the heads up and tell him to get an ivory...

Jerry, friday 19-Feb-21 15 2,512 1
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Can i wear wedding dress for whole day?
zaraahmad, 24 February, 2020 at 10:31

Our ceremony is at 10:00, and I'm guessing we'll be finished with photos by noon. I hate to think I'll be wearing that gorgeous dress for only two hours! Will any of you with an early ceremony be...

Ebony, friday 19-Feb-21 8 1,413
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Anyone wearing a suspender belt & stockings?
kc 2b, 15 August, 2008 at 16:26

Either right now or on your wedding day? I have a really dumb question- sorry in advance.... If your suspender belt goes over you knickers, how do you go for a wee? is there enough room for your...

Bethanie, monday 15-Feb-21 25 14,915
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Hair vine AND statement earrings?
Nibbler, 30 January, 2018 at 22:20

Is a hair vine AND statement earrings too much? I guess I'm a 'boho' bride... have quite an ethereal floaty dress, with a sweetheart neckline. I am having my hair half up / half down with a braided...

FabulosB, thursday 11-Feb-21 2 512
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Vistaprint Photobook Wedding Album
mum-wants-a-hat, 21 February, 2013 at 11:14

Not got one to flash I'm afraid, but for any bride on a budget like myself I can't recommend these highly enough!!! Mum showed me a couple she's had done... They have alot of amazing holidays so have...

Geoff, friday 5-Feb-21 18 6,099
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Hen party advice
Expensivepurplebridesmaid50886, 20 January, 2021 at 08:55

Hi guys, I was originally due to get married Summer 2020 with my hen party abroad being in June 2020. This was obviously cancelled and we managed to get everything moved over to this year with no...

April21Bride, wednesday 20-Jan-21 2 423
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What is your starter for your wedding breakfast?
janey2000, 31 July, 2010 at 16:57

My H2B would win the world's fussiest eater title. We need a starter and the one we picked (baked breaded brie) was so bad (frozen!?) when we had our menu tasting that it has scared us. They have...

Leticia, tuesday 19-Jan-21 33 43,647
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Wedding band recommendations - Devon and South West
RomanticPinkCakes21816, 18 April, 2018 at 10:52

Hi, First time posting here! We are looking for a wedding band for next year for our reception in Devon however I’m finding it very hard to judge based on all these promo videos they have that are...

ExpensivePinkCars562, wednesday 13-Jan-21 7 3,684 1
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hair styles!
, 11 April, 2012 at 14:07

Hi, I have absolutely zero idea what kind of hairstyle to have for my big day! My sister is a hairdresser so is doing my hair so I can have as many practices as I need really. I hate my hair stuck to...

Balckburn, tuesday 12-Jan-21 2 3,975
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Thank you Gifts
soon-to-be-MrsDennis, 22 April, 2015 at 21:47

Hi I'm struggling to find ideas that's not too expensive as thank you Gifts for the best men, bridesmaids and my brother who will be walking me down the aisle. I'm not planning on spending a lot of...

Jacqueline, monday 11-Jan-21 10 1,678
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Wedding date dilemma
Danielle, 4 January, 2021 at 20:21

Hey! I really need advise and would love honest feedback - My fiancé proposed on our 10year anniversary this year in the summer and we have since found a venue we both love! The venue confirmed that...

PhotographybyBillHad, wednesday 6-Jan-21 9 675
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Flash if you are brave enough!
CupcakeQueen, 14 December, 2010 at 20:54

Are you/did you bother with special wedding night lingerie? I dont know whether too, I am a 40F and finding nice underwear can be challenging and I cant decide if I can be bothered or if its worth it?...

Celia, wednesday 30-Dec-20 12 1,793
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Wedding day lingerie
kath79, 1 June, 2008 at 14:16

What's everyone wearing under your wedding dress?? Could you please show me any pictures that you have?? I'm not sure whether or not to go for a bra and knickers or a corset? My dress doesn't have a...

Celia, wednesday 30-Dec-20 11 922
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wedding (and wedding night!) lingerie
, 7 May, 2012 at 16:18

What is everyone doing? sexy and / or functional? seems that everything I see veers from super cheap looking to dull! any help / direction would be gratefully received - not a conversation I really...

Celia, wednesday 30-Dec-20 27 5,685
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What hosiery are you / did you wear?
KimB1980, 27 September, 2012 at 06:54

I'm getting married on Saturday (yay!) and am happy with everything but I'm unsure on what to wear under my dress. The weather currently says dry but temps of 14 / 15 and the reception is very much...

Celia, wednesday 30-Dec-20 9 1,343
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Is anyone having fairy lights?? If so, I need your help!
jimjams, 18 October, 2012 at 21:08

Hi all, I am having real trouble finding suppliers of fairy lights and light curtains, and I wondered if any of you have already found anywhere to buy/hire fairy lights or light curtains in large...

Troy, tuesday 29-Dec-20 16 6,336
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Veil with Saree?
GretnaGreenBride, 21 April, 2012 at 21:59

As my evening dress I will be wearing a saree and was thinking of adding a matching veil of some sort? To try and incorporate both cultures in the wedding more ? Do you think this will look silly?...

April21Bride, tuesday 29-Dec-20 5 3,939
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Trying for Babies after wedding...
klm1, 19 November, 2010 at 21:31

Hello, How long are you all planning on waiting before trying for Babies? xx

Fiona, sunday 27-Dec-20 78 8,210
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Offering free wedding photography to anyone affected by Covid
tbd, 21 November, 2020 at 18:15

Hi all, Hope this okay to post. I'd like to offer a limited number of slots for free engagement & wedding photography to people whose wedding/financial situation has been affected by Covid in any...

tbd, monday 7-Dec-20 11 281
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Terrible nightmare
Mary, 25 November, 2020 at 21:13

Hello everyone, it's the first time I'm writing here, last night I had a terrible nightmare. I was completely naked in the church in front of all the guests! what a terrible shame !!! I woke up...

Kathy, wednesday 2-Dec-20 4 177
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Help required for certificate and photography
Lampedusa1122, 5 April, 2020 at 23:40

Hi everyone, First time posting. I have a question regarding the certificate after it has been signed and photography. My mum has told me that right after the certificate is signed, the registrar...

Michal, sunday 29-Nov-20 6 1,004
panda2011
Tights/Stockings/Bare Legs?
panda2011, 7 September, 2011 at 10:55

As the title says really! What is everyone having under their dress? I can't decide if I should dash out & buy stockings or tights for Saturday or if I would be more comfortable with bare legs. ...

Marco, sunday 29-Nov-20 26 12,264
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Chocolate Cake instead of Wedding Cake??
MacyLil, 3 February, 2012 at 15:33

So I'm a sucker for chocolate cake and I'm seriously, and I mean seriously, considering getting a chocolate wedding cake Anyone got any experience here??

Anna, monday 23-Nov-20 13 2,331
kj82
How long does it take to walk down the aisle??????
kj82, 6 May, 2010 at 21:18

Lol, a bit of a strange thing to ask but we're just thinking about entrance music and most songs we like dont get going for at least 30 odd seconds. I really like the Jonathan Cain Here Comes The...

Michal, wednesday 18-Nov-20 9 16,524
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Dry hire / own caterer venue SE UK
katlake4, 7 July, 2014 at 08:30

Hi guys, I am struggling a great deal to find a self catered/dry hire venue. my fisnce and his family are all South African and I have found a great South African caterer to do our food. However I...

Scott, monday 16-Nov-20 3 1,068
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Cake topper (insanely cute flash)
, 25 August, 2011 at 21:53

So I wanted to try to make something like this but ended up finding this amazing lady on Etsy who carved these for us and added a bouquet at my request. She just put it up so I could buy the reserved...

+1231-821-5515, monday 16-Nov-20 16 4,373
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Unusual venues in Sheffield
LuxuriousGoldCars124, 25 March, 2014 at 11:35

Hi all We are just starting planning and I am finding searching for venues that meet all of our requirements quite tricky, I am not really looking for a hotel or stately home but really want somewhere...

Michal, thursday 12-Nov-20 10 2,954
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Engagement ring size
Rose25, 22 October, 2014 at 12:40

Hi folks! It's my first time on here so i hope i'm posting in the right section. Basically, i'm in a bit of a quandary over what to do with my engagement ring, and I'm hoping there might be some other...

MikeBcn, sunday 8-Nov-20 12 7,831
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Menu choices on invitations...HOW?!
Skeptical78, 9 January, 2013 at 10:03

Hi everyone, We've changed our mind and are now having a proper sit-down meal at the reception. Each guest gets a choice between 3 starters, 3 mains and 3 desserts. We need to get the choices to the...

Becca, tuesday 3-Nov-20 10 1,441
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Mallorca finca wedding on a budget
ExpensiveYellowStationery51116, 1 November, 2019 at 14:24

Hi, I am wondering if this is feasible - I want to have a blessing in Mallorca in an old farmhouse / finca. However my budget is under 6000 EUROS to include the venue hire and accommodation at the...

Sally, monday 2-Nov-20 778

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