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Just wondering if we should be providing a meal for the photographer and the wedding planner who will be with us on the day to make sure everything runs smoothly? I would think yes but I don't...

Another post has led me to this question - who pays for the groomsmen outfits, us or them? Do we pay for all of it/some of it/ask for a contribution? If we pay for the suits do we still need to get...

Hi all! im new to all this wedding planning! I had planned to have one friend, my fiances sister and my niece as bridesmaids. Only problem is that his sister will be 11 and my niece will be 8. Is this...

We aren't currently having any children at our wedding reception. Not because we don't want any, just don't have any to invite. Fiance's young cousins are coming to the evening but that's it. A couple...

Hi, I'm hoping someone could clear this up for me please! Is there any difference in a ring bearer and a pageboy? We;re asking OH nephew to be our 'ring bearer' and wanted to get him a few little...

Hi everyone. What's your thoughts on a sweetie table? At the beginning of planning I was all for it and bought the jars and bags and made a little sign etc but the closer we get to our wedding the...

I was originally going to try and think of famous literary couples for our table names but I've since decided to go with romantic book quotes instead. So, for example, "After all this time?" "Always"....

It's only 2 years away now, and I know there are a few of us around, so I thought I'd start a 2017 brides thread. Drop a reply with your wedding date and I'll add you to the list! January 5th - melidy...

I have no desire for a hen party. My bridesmaids tell me I do. I am telling them I do not. I would rather spend some time by myself, if anything. They are getting impateient with me for not providing...

Hiya I am looking for recommendations from Brides/grooms for an excellent wedding dj or band please? I am not from the area so havent a clue as to who is good or average or poor! So would rather hear...

I bought a dress today (well my mum technically did!). Ex-display, £300! Now it is all starring to feel real! Eeek!

Hi everyone, I'm looking for some dresses for my little bridesmaids! ( ages 3 & 8) Can people recommend where to get them from at a decent price? I really cant afford to be spending too much on...

I am hoping to book my cake this week and looking for inspiration! I think I want a glittery tier and a polkadot tier included but whether they compliment I don't know! Also, what flavours are you all...

I know this probably comes down to individual preference but I wondered who is covering the cost of the suit hire for your groomsmen? We're planning to cover 50% of the costs and ask the ushers to pay...

I have no idea about how much they should be costing (and to be honest, I have no real interest in this part of it all), would anyone mind telling me what they have booked and what they are paying? I...

If you are having bridesmaids who are you having go down the aisle first? I had always assumed that the bride enters last, (unless you need your train held of course)to me that makes the most sense....

Hi, I've been reading posts on here since August and so far they've super helpful Now I'm stuck - planning a 2018 wedding (need to save a few more pennies first!) but unsure of a date, my partner...

I hope this is the right place to post! Sorry if it’s been asked before, I couldn’t find anything and would really appreciate some help. Getting married in July next year and sending out Save the...

We've had some old friends of OH's basically invite themselves to the wedding! He's known them for ages, but he last saw them about two years ago and has barely spoken to them in the meantime. They've...

Good afternoon We have chosen our options for main and dessert but are stuck as to what starters are best for our wedding breakfast. We have a huge menu to choose from and are a little stumped!!! All...

Hello I am getting married in September 2017, we are having our wedding at the local church and local village hall to keep costs down as I am more of a thrifty bride. BUT there are no grounds to have...

Will you be walking down the aisle ahead of your bridesmaids, or behind? I've heard that having the bridesmaids go first is the American way, and having them come after the bride is more traditionally...

Our reception venue is no more than 25 minutes from the church, you do have to cross counties though from Devon to Cornwall Costs £1.50 to do so! Would you provide a mini-bus for anyone who wants on...

Hi all, I'm sure this will have been asked before but I had a look and couldn't see anything on the forums. I have a kids table at our reception and want to put little goodie bags/activity bags on it...

Hi all - I wanted to do a flash, and post some items for sale post wedding.... But I have no idea how to upload the photos, I have tried before but never seemed to be able to... I am on a mac if that...

Hi all, I am getting married in seven weeks! Just trying to decide on a poem for the church service. I have found a couple of beautiful ones. However, my friend is reading it and the poem is written...

I've still got about a year to go but I'm sweating the small stuff already.. I'm struggling to find any readings we like the look of. Any ideas; one would be for my MIL and the other for my brother...

After a discussion with one of my best friend about a recent wedding, I am wondering who you are all providing buttonholes for? Seems to be a mixed response to this.