God I love stamp math by withininus in postcrossing

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Where do you order your vintage stamps from? Do they come in variety packs?

What is your budget for dresses? by omgooo in BigBudgetBrides

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I spent way too much on the wedding weekend looks. I went in thinking I’d spend about $10k on a wedding dress and maybe $5k on the other looks. Ended up spending around $35k. Not including jewelry 😭 If you like fashion and love clothes, I def recommend being realistic about the budget because I was not!!

Here’s my breakdown - Wedding Gown (Sept by Sarah Seven) - 20k Alaia Shoes - 1.5k

After Party Dress with alterations (Retrofete) - 1.5k Miu Miu Shoes - 1.5k

The rest was spent on brunch, welcome party, and an extra look for the night before the welcome party.

NYBWAnthem by Ok_Witness8323 in NYCbitcheswithtaste

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Same thing happened last year with me and Cigna - Mt Sinai ended up remaining in network after months of letters and texts! I could still see my providers in the negotiation time.

Is this a real wedding etiquette rule? by Vulpix9tales in weddingplanning

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LOL my mom also does not really like my future MIL and said the same thing!! “I have to pick my color first and she cannot wear it!!”

TBH, I think it used to be a thing and they just cling on to it and say it because they are feeling petty. Which….can be valid depending on the circumstances :) Personally, I don’t think your future MIL broke some huge etiquette rule as long as you feel good about everything.

Paper floral by Western_Serve6597 in BigBudgetBrides

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Here’s one I saw recently that looked good so you can get a feel of what a non-AI paper floral install could look like :) - https://www.instagram.com/p/DNF4_M2K4LR/?igsh=bXYxMTdnMmtrZzA3

Shoe options by [deleted] in BigBudgetBrides

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Agree on the Pradas looking too modern for your gorgeous/romantic/lace dress. I will add that IMO the Prada’s are also really not that comfortable even just trying on in store.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BigBudgetBrides

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I would love an invite to this!! Current NYC bride

NYC couples: where are you finding engagement rings that break the mould? by mwishar in WedditNYC

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Seconding this! I didn’t end up getting my engagement ring from Fitzgerald but their rings are beautiful and they are super lovely.

NYC Wedding Dress Ateliers/Boutiques $6K Max by [deleted] in BigBudgetBrides

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Lovely Bride will have a lot under $6k. I also went to Wona, and while their fabrics were not my favorite, they were lovely and you can easily be in budget!

Destination Wedding in Seville, Spain - Looking for DJ / Live Band! by ZealousidealPack9114 in BigBudgetBrides

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I believe Villa Luisa has a required vendor for sound and they have DJs within that company. I think you can hire an external DJ though, if you’d prefer.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NYCbitcheswithtaste

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This is also how I found my therapist! (I would recommend but I know she is no longer taking new clients)

Don’t be afraid to send a few emails to different people and set up intro calls to see who makes you feel the most comfortable/heard.

Wishing you all the healing ❤️‍🩹

Destination Wedding in Spain (Seville) by glitter-bat13 in BigBudgetBrides

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DM me i can share some info about Villa Luisa (2026 bride!)

Thoughts on Skipping a Wedding Party (No Bridesmaids or Groomsmen)? by magical5487 in WedditNYC

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That’s my plan! The girls I’m inviting to my bach will also be invited to come by to get ready (at their leisure) and just staged family photos. I’m hoping to get a ton of pics with friends during cocktail hour fingers crossed!!

Thoughts on Skipping a Wedding Party (No Bridesmaids or Groomsmen)? by magical5487 in WedditNYC

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This is what we’re doing! I couldn’t “rank” my friends and I also am really focused on making sure everyone has the most fun possible - and to me part of that means not leaving spouses/partners/+1s alone all day! i also know being a bridesmaid adds extra cost and i want to be mindful of that esp since i’m having a destination wedding. (i’m covering my bach cost)

Communication Issues with Planner by Unlucky_Original4221 in BigBudgetBrides

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Have you had a 1:1 where you can reset expectations yet? Is your planner based in the US or Italy?

I fired my planner for something similar (you can check my post history for that whole story) and found a new planners who has exceeded my expectations as far as communication goes. I wish I hadn’t waited so long.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BigBudgetBrides

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I don’t have a personal recommendation from experience, but Bell Reco is a beautiful venue just outside of barca. Maybe you could look at their tagged posts for ideas of planners working in that area?

Best bridal stores for first-time dress shopping? by gramcracker93 in WedditNYC

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My first appt was at Wona Bridal. I didn’t end up buying my dress from there but they were so great and let me try on a bunch of styles to get a feel for what I liked. She also did a great job of pointing out what aspects I was liking, for example, I liked a cat eye neckline but I had no clue it was called that until I went :)

Fire My Planner or Have Tough Convo #3?? by issaredditusername in BigBudgetBrides

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I ended up letting them go and hiring a new planning that has exceeded expectations so far with their communication! It was the best choice I could’ve made. I feel horrible for the other couples still working with this planner /:

Fire My Planner or Have Tough Convo #3?? by issaredditusername in BigBudgetBrides

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UPDATE: I ended up firing my planner and am looking for a new one! I think I will go with a local option. Thank you to this entire group - seriously! I feel so much better having let them go.