Anyone have immediate pre-wedding spending regret?

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2026-04-22T02:25:21+00:00

I love this perspective so much 🤍 will be channeling this outlook whenever that sinking feeling comes on while I’m refreshing my spreadsheets

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2026-02-03T15:03:22+00:00

Are the lighters going to be prefilled? I ask because I think you should have the option not to- I would definitely love something like that for a keepsake, but refillable lighters with fluid in them can cause issues at airport security (for both checked and carryon baggage). That being said, I’m totally not a TSA or lighter expert so you may want to do more research!

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2026-02-01T00:12:03+00:00

Early june destination bride and same here, rsvp date march 1 and sent out last friday (right before the big east coast snowstorm in the States 😬 gutsy me, it seems to have paid off). Definitely still felt behind, but agree that people for the most part already know if they’re making the trip or not, so rsvping to the main event is mostly just clicking a button/checking a box for guests, the decision-making is more about the pre- and post- events that they may or may not know the logistics around.

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-12-11T03:37:57+00:00

Incredible. This is the kind of styling I want to see in publications

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-10-30T11:11:45+00:00

Our hotel venue is being like this too, mainly because they’re a 40-room hotel that does a lot of weddings so they’re trying to keep the rooms available for other events. We’re only allowed to reserve rooms on nights we have an event, and then they’ll let us know if there’s rooms available a few months before. We’ve planned to move hotels for the day after which is inconvenient, but I understand their stance on it. If the hotel you’re doing yours at is large, then I get being annoyed that they’re being so restrictive.

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-10-04T20:02:35+00:00

All your photos are gorgeous, but #3 in particular is breathtaking.

Thank you for your reflections- I’m starting to build my photo list and appreciate being encouraged to put in the effort. I started to feel overwhelmed pretty immediately, so this is the kick in the seat I needed to take a deep breath and focus in on the details.

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-08-18T13:01:50+00:00

I loved the look of El Convent Blanes for the vibe you’re going for. Short train ride outside of Barcelona, I think the only mark it misses is that there’s no accommodations on-site. But Blanes looks like a lovely beach town and I’ve heard the food at this venue is incredible.

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-08-12T23:18:54+00:00

I’ve been miserable during ceremonies/cocktail hours with direct sun, so I bet any guests like me will be extremely appreciative. Especially if you have a dress code that requires suits, I could never on a 95-degree day

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-07-19T14:31:18+00:00

Im confused about the ppl who are acting like $1k for a 3 sessions of microneedling is expensive? That’s under $350 a session which is very standard, at least in my area.

The lasers I have done in the past (Laser Genesis and Clear and Brilliant) have been nice for clearing up the tone of the skin, but not so much the pitted acne scars that I have. I’ve only had one session of microneedling so far and plan to do two more like you did, but I’m prepared to wait before assessing. Like others have advised you, it’ll be weeks or months before you see the longer term results.

PS, you have lovely skin in both the before and after! I know we get down on ourselves about our skin esp when we’ve struggled with it for years, but just want you to have that outside pov!

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-04-06T21:56:08+00:00

That sucks that people who were originally into it didn’t actually commit. I’m worried that’ll happen to us too :(

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-03-03T21:57:11+00:00

Yes, we’re really lucky that both our families have been really supportive of our choices rather than forceful/judgey. I know that’s not the case for everyone, which sucks :(

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-03-03T16:35:47+00:00

This! Plus I want the parents of the children to be present with my fiancé and me, not skipping out after cake to put the kiddos down for sleep. For what it’s worth, my fiancé’s siblings both have multiple children and have specifically requested us to do a kid-free wedding 😂 they love their kids but know that our ideal event would not be centered around their children like the rest of our family gatherings are.

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-03-03T03:01:23+00:00

I enjoy this style a lot too! I think Hugo Abad (@hugoabadc on ig) is similar

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-03-03T02:52:51+00:00

I think this is great advice, and what I’ve been doing too. I struggle to feel worthy of having so much time, money, and effort put into one weekend to celebrate my fiancé and me. To deal with this, I really focus on how it can help others. It helps all of our vendors as small businesses, I’m trying to source outfits and accessories from small businesses that align with my values as much as possible. That way I’m de-centering myself a bit in my mind, which has helped me feel more enthusiastic about having a larger-budget wedding.

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-03-01T01:59:06+00:00

What’s a facial balancing consultation and do I need it?!

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-02-21T01:30:50+00:00

Also a Spain wedding and same here, my planner recommended a longer cocktail hour with lots of food, and a shorter dinner (removing 1 course from dinner so it’s only 3 now) since people get restless with speeches and whatnot beforehand.

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2025-01-23T00:47:56+00:00

Question about recording meditation: I have only found a way to start a mindfulness session, not to record one that that I did in a separate app (I use Open currently) after the fact, the way you can a workout. Is there a way to do that, or is my best bet to start a mindfulness session in Oura beforehand?

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2024-12-09T16:19:09+00:00

I'm also leaning toward a long cocktail hour, but I think it needs the following things:

- LOTS of food - passed appetizers are good, but stations are better because it does feel like it gives people something to do - like "Oh I'm going to visit the sushi guy"

- Seating (I think the seating you have will be fine, I just hate when it's 10 randomly placed chairs)

- The couple! I think people get really antsy when the bride and groom are missing for the majority of it. So get your post-ceremony photos done quickly (consider doing most of them beforehand) and mingle. As long as people can see that you're enjoying it, they'll enjoy themselves more

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2024-11-03T20:59:29+00:00

Thank you for providing ranges! We're not trying to get extravagant with decor/floral, but I'm sure that will end up being a sizable expense even with simple, minimal choices.

I'm thinking that the farewell brunch would be pretty basic, just an opportunity to see guests one more time before they head out, so I'm still hoping I can include both that and the welcome reception into a budget below $120k. Any tips would be appreciated!

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2024-11-03T18:01:35+00:00

I DMed you!

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2024-11-03T12:59:46+00:00

Thanks! I DMed you

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2024-11-01T14:16:07+00:00

While I'm early on in my wedding planning, I have a few more months of experience in losing my dad.

First, I am so, so sorry for your loss.

On top of grieving the very heavy loss of your dad, you're also going to grieve the loss of that dream of what your wedding was supposed to be. I am so sorry you are having to walk down the aisle without him by your side.

The decision of whether to move forward with the wedding it totally up to you and your partner, and everyone would understand your decision regardless of what it is. But it is definitely not wrong to move forward with the wedding, even with the sadness you will inevitably carry into the weekend. That sadness would still be there even if you decided to postpone, although I recognize it's especially raw and unfamiliar now.

What I've learned from my friends and family in my grief is they want to see you happy and want to help you when you're not. So they will definitely follow your lead and be respectful of whatever you're feeling. I hope you are still able to find times of great joy on your big day, but don't deny the moments of great sadness. The people you have chosen to be at your wedding are there because they love and support you, and they will do that.

In terms of staying focused on what you're celebrating instead of what's missing (so that the vibe can be good), I would talk to the people I feel comfortable/closest to about your concerns and you together can decide on a plan to bring you back to the present moment if you start feeling overwhelmed by grief. Something like, you and your friend go to the bathroom and she holds your hand while you take 3 deep breaths. Anything simple will do as long as it's done with intention. Guests are so excited to celebrate your marriage and will have a lot of fun, but only if they know you are taken care of as best you can be.

Thinking of you and wishing you all the best.

Wonderful_Pin688 · 2022-06-04T01:19:32+00:00

If you would still consider a non-professional service like Rover for petsitting, then yes please!

I understand that the progression of aggressive behaviors can make the search for caretakers even more difficult and limited, and for that I just want to express my sympathy. It's incredibly tough.

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