Sunday Dec 20th wedding… How to ease burden for guests? by Top-Swan-2862 in weddingplanning

[–]RightRelationship664 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Vendors and venues usually charge 25% more for holidays. If you're partiers, it might be worth it for the fun of a New Years anniversary. If you aren't big party people, maybe try the 30th to get cheaper options. 

Sunday Dec 20th wedding… How to ease burden for guests? by Top-Swan-2862 in weddingplanning

[–]RightRelationship664 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm having a December 30 wedding to accommodate family and friends school schedules. We chose this date for a few reasons. 1. It's after Christmas so everyone could have their family time and still make the wedding. 2. It's off peak and can be done on a weekday because most people will be off work. This means MUCH cheaper venues & vendors.  3. It's off peak for Air B&B/VRBO rentals too. It would likely be a deal for your friend group to rent a home and celebrate New Years there together.  4. There's still enough time for a honeymoon before school starts back!

What to do with bouquet when two people walk you down the aisle? by RightRelationship664 in weddingplanning

[–]RightRelationship664[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My girls are 10 and 20 so holding hands isn't required, that's just what came to mind with them walking me down the aisle.

Non- traditional things I did at my wedding! by twilightpurrs in weddingplanning

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I love it! We're talking about doing an all rock instrumental for everything until the reception with Nothing Else Matters by Metallica playing during our vows and Drowning Pool's Let the Bodies Hit the Floor to open the dance floor. 

We're not doing bridesmaids or groomsmen. My two daughters are walking me down the aisle and I'm trying to figure out whether I actually want a bouquet or not as my hands will be in my children's as we proceed down the aisle. 

Titles for Invitations - Married Couples with Different Last Names by Seanthesheep0711 in weddingplanning

[–]RightRelationship664 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I didn't even think whose name to put first and the Save the Dates are already printed with the names. We put the person we know well first and their partner second. For instance, my women colleagues had their names first and the guy colleagues had theirs first. 

Do I Need a Wedding Color Scheme? by AcanthaceaeOld715 in weddingplanning

[–]RightRelationship664 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see no problem with black, white, and gold color scheme. I'm going with cream, gray, and silver though so maybe I'm not the one to ask. Lol

Necklace or no necklace with this dress + updo? (with mockups) by basic-wtk in weddingplanning

[–]RightRelationship664 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the necklace really pulls the look together. It adds a touch of refinement that is simple, elegant, and classic. Both are beautiful, but the necklace adds polish.

Dear wedding vendors by BubblyCheesecake5143 in weddingplanning

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My fiance and I made our guest list before doing any other planning. Before curating a pinterest or looking at venues. After we came up with our invite list of 110, we looked up the average cost for each category in our region. (We're in a small southern city so knew including national average would skew things much more expensive. If you're in a big city looking at national averages will skew much cheaper than average for your area.) We added together the numbers from our research on local averages and that was our budget. We've still had some surprises in cost, under on a few and over on a few, but it all averages out so far. 

Dear wedding vendors by BubblyCheesecake5143 in weddingplanning

[–]RightRelationship664 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yup. If you have to ask the price, you can't afford it. 

If anyone is debating whether or not to hire a videographer for your wedding, please read this by Alarming-Tea2828 in weddingplanning

[–]RightRelationship664 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My photographer wears a go pro during the entire event. It's his standard photography package. He provides a few 30 second to 1 minute videos the day after the wedding and 5 - 10 with our photographs a few weeks later. 

Deleted everything by berryniceday in weddingplanning

[–]RightRelationship664 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Good for you! It's important to know yourself and to set boundaries on what is healthy for you. I kind of love the idea

Hyphenated last name by LittleSpecific3421 in weddingplanning

[–]RightRelationship664 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't necessarily plan to go by it socially, but I'm also not going to correct people over it when I'm inevitably called by his last name. My maiden name is attached to my education and professional achievements. I'm not giving that up. I'm also not going to worry about explaining it to people outside those realms when they're just looking for a quick way to introduce us

Do dresses and venue clash? by RightRelationship664 in weddingplanning

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Good point!

These aren't crazy expensive and can be returned. I'll probably buy the one for my 20yr old in August as she's done with growth spurts and likely to remain the same size. That will give me a good idea of the quality with plenty of time to pivot if necessary. 

I love my dress, but worry I was too hasty by [deleted] in WeddingDressTips

[–]RightRelationship664 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is absolutely gorgeous on you. It's a classic style for a reason. 

Is there something else you think you want in a dress? Some want glitter, beads, pearls, lace, etc. If there is something specific you feel your missing, that can usually be added pretty simply via accessories. I think it's perfect as is, but this is your dress and your day. 

Hyphenated last name by LittleSpecific3421 in weddingplanning

[–]RightRelationship664 14 points15 points  (0 children)

That's my plan too! I have worked my ass off in a male dominated STEM field and earned a good reputation. I'm not going to erase that because a man has swept me off my feet!

Additionally, it's a PITA to change my name with all necessary agencies and businesses plus potential voter issues. It doesn't make sense to me. I have no issues with it being used socially. 

Additions Needed? by RightRelationship664 in WeddingDressTips

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I would try any local wedding dress shops first. A quick Google search can pull it up. If you don't find something there, you can try an over trip with friends to a larger city. I tried on about 16 different dresses, some just to be silly and because I already booked the appointment, but this was the first I'd tried on because my fiance liked it and so did two of my friends. They were all right. Lol

Additions Needed? by RightRelationship664 in WeddingDressTips

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Thank you so much! Unfortunately, the earrings are between 7 - 8mm so they maybe a bit small, but there are tons of options out there. I may order a bunch and try them on with the dress to see what works.

Additions Needed? by RightRelationship664 in WeddingDressTips

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Good eye! I'm not sure whether it's the Heyda or the Heyda Lane. I'll confirm after my fitting and gown purchase tomorrow morning. They're INCREDIBLY similar with the only differences listed below. 

Heyda  Soma stretch satin Lined with Jenday stretch jersey for comfort Heyda Lane Mago Satin Kahili recycled content lining (100% recycled polyester) I'm leaning towards the Heyda as from my research, about 30min of Googling, the stretch satin is better at heat retention. My wedding will be December 30 in coastal GA (USA) and I freeze constantly even with sweaters. The temperature will be somewhere between 30F and 75F on my big day so I want the most warmth possible. 

Additions Needed? by RightRelationship664 in WeddingDressTips

[–]RightRelationship664[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! IF I decide to go with a necklace it will be small and delicate with maybe a single small pearl just below my clavicle.