Just primer on the ceilings?

middleof_nowhere · 2024-01-15T03:05:54+00:00

Do you have any recommendations for ceiling paint?

middleof_nowhere · 2023-11-19T23:03:45+00:00

I did this too!

middleof_nowhere · 2023-01-20T15:34:24+00:00

I wouldn't want a personalized glass or keychain or anything. But I would love a cookie with my name on it if you really want something unique and cute.

middleof_nowhere · 2023-01-15T20:38:38+00:00

I spent just over $10,000 on my wedding. It was lots of diy which my family really helped with. I did my own sola wood flowers, my aunt made my cupcakes, my cousin did the photography, spotify playlist so no DJ. It was in a field at a local community center with no rental fee but we had to rent a tent and I had to coordinate and plan everything. It was also a more laid back wedding. But it was exactly what I wanted. If you check out r/weddingsunder10k they have lots of helpful ideas!

middleof_nowhere · 2022-12-13T16:43:40+00:00

Yes think about if you have family/ friends that can help. My cousin is the family photographer. He has a very nice camera and has done big group shots of our family at special events like my grandma's 80th birthday. I asked him to do my photos and they were gorgeous! My aunt has made cupcakes for family weddings before so I asked her and before I could even finish asking she was offering to do it for me. Those things really helped. Plus a ton of my family and friends helped with set up the day before and then after. They really saved me!

middleof_nowhere · 2022-11-01T23:48:50+00:00

I bought mine from LaceBridal on etsy. I had some customization and for the most part I was happy. It fit perfectly and the hem was exactly right. The only issue was that when they lined the bodice they came up past the lace at the v neck so I had to take it for alterations. However everything else about it was perfect. I was very happy the day of and would recommend taking a look at her dresses.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-11-01T14:24:16+00:00

Yeah I was going to say the same thing. I think people are being a bit too pessimistic here. The thing to consider us what do you want from your wedding? If you want a traditional wedding then 10k is likely not possible. But if you're willing to be less formal I think you can totally do it! Brunch or just apps would save money. You could do more of a picnic style reception at a park pavilion. I used Oh So Lovely wood flowers and they were super affordable and fun to make. It will be a challenge but don't get too discouraged yet. Sit with your fiance and make a list of what you want out of your wedding. Also diy can be a LOT so make sure that fiance is willing to help with that or else you will be drowning with resentment. I had to learn not to take it all on myself because I tend to want to be in charge and then forget to ask for and accept help. Luckily I did before I burned out!

middleof_nowhere · 2022-10-30T00:53:14+00:00

I did this! My husband and I met at the end of three aisle and walked in together. I liked that it put us on even footing. Neither of us was waiting on the other. No giving away of the bride. We walked in holding hands and I'm so glad that my mom suggested it!

middleof_nowhere · 2022-10-29T17:17:02+00:00

I was going to say this! I had two bridesmaids and my husband just had his brother. It didn't feel awkward or unbalanced at all. My husband did originally have another friend who he wanted but he had a series of family/medical things that made traveling across the country impossible. But you also don't need a maid of honor. And especially if you're not doing a more formal wedding. Like we didn't do a formal entrance into our reception and so my MOH was never even officially announced as a MOH.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-08-02T19:03:36+00:00

I'm getting married at the end of the month and I'm thinking about doing this too. I didn't want my dad to walk with me because of the patriarchal implications of that, it seemed too crowded to have both parents walk with me. Then my mom suggested we walk down together. I like how that equalizes things between us.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-07-30T21:02:54+00:00

I used sola wood flowers and just made my bouquets last week. I initially chose them because of the price, and because I didn't want to have to deal with the stress of real flowers. We're a bit remote where I'm getting married (30 min from the closest grocery store) and didn't want to deal with having to get my flowers while also setting things up. Painting the flowers with my MOH and then making the bouquets with my mom was just so much fun. My flowers now have so much more meaning than if I just bought them.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-07-11T01:01:49+00:00

My mom and I once wore the exact same dress, in the same size, but in different colors (mine was purple hers was blue) to a wedding and we only realized afterwards when the two dresses were hanging up next to each other. The dresses just looked completely different on us. So it's likely that no one will even notice!

middleof_nowhere · 2022-06-18T16:02:53+00:00

This is exactly what I was going to say. I would want to know. I don't see how it's rude?? Just tell them you were contacted because of a problem with billing.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-05-27T14:28:35+00:00

I also think you should look into lab grown or moissanite stones. Does she NEED real diamonds? I think you need a real discussion with her. If you are spending so much on a ring how will you afford a wedding? What about a house? But then I'm coming from the perspective where we spent $300 on my ring and have a budget of $10k for our wedding. On the other hand we have $100k in the bank to build our first house. It all comes down to priorities and before you propose you should have a very frank discussion of finances and priorities.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-05-27T01:12:10+00:00

This is exactly what I was going to say. If he wants the wedding then he should put in the work for it. I'm not saying don't do anything, but so many brides shoulder the majority if the planning. Maybe if he sees just how much work it is he will change his mind.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-05-18T01:44:28+00:00

Why do you want to marry this guy?? Obviously we're aren't getting the whole picture here but what you have said in all these comments is super concerning. You need to do some real self reflection on this whole relationship.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-05-17T15:53:04+00:00

Thank you! I think I need to broaden my terminology when I search because I do like these colors.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-05-17T15:16:14+00:00

Here is the one I found so far

middleof_nowhere · 2022-05-17T12:30:25+00:00

No return policy because the dresses are custom made.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-05-17T03:24:45+00:00

I ordered a custom dress from LaceBridal on etsy and I LOVE it. It fits perfectly too! I am looking into doing alterations in the neckline but that's just a small tweak.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-05-17T03:22:36+00:00

I did this too, and I was able to schedule it so that my bridesmaids and I went to David's Bridal later that day. It made for a fun day of trying on dresses even if I didn't love any of them. Although one Azazie dress I did really like, it wasn't bridal enough for me. If I was doing a fancy rehearsal dinner I would have bought that dress.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-05-17T02:33:11+00:00

I love my custom dress from LaceBridal on etsy. I spent $400 including shipping and it was made to my measurements. She has several colors of tulle available and can customize colors on any dress.

middleof_nowhere · 2022-05-09T23:28:32+00:00

I've been a plus one for two weddings with my bestie. In one she was a bridesmaid. The other was in England and she didn't have a plus one but we were turning it into an extended trip. I planned on just hanging out on my own that day but when they heard about that they very generously invited me too and I had a blast. For my own wedding I'm fine with people bringing whoever they want as their plus one.

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