Sammi_Chan

I was having a cup of tea with a friend the other day and we were flipping through catalogues. She then started going through the home ware section and asking me if I had certain things because if not she and her husband would buy it for me as a wedding gift. Invitations have not gone out as of yet, but I had not even considered inviting them to my wedding as their first child is due three weeks before my wedding and because I have only become close with her in the last 10 months or so. Should I extend an invitation even though she probably will not be able to attend?

Just to clarify I would not invite her because she offered to buy me a gift, I just realised in that moment that it was logical for her to think she would be invited.

I have a small venue that can accommodate 65 people (unless I pick the larger room the venue offers which will cost me a few thousand extra), my guest list is nearly at the capacity of the venue, is it wise to continue to invite extra people I think of, like the couple above and a few Uni friends who will be sorely missed if they are not in attendance?

I only have a metre or so of train, but I was foolish enough to have my heart set on trekking all over a 400 acre estate for photos, and I'd hate to dirty my dress or snag my dress unnecessarily.

I really do not like the look of bustles, but I swear my dress weighs about 10kg so I doubt a wrist loop would be an appropriate alternative.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers.

I just want a very simple fingertip length veil with a satin edge. I don't want crystals or embroidery, just a plain veil.

Is $200 an appropriate price for something like this or am I paying too much.

My future mother in law is turning 60 at the end of the month. She is a very kind and selfless person who always puts her family above herself. I really want to do something nice for her as she as always been so good to me and to everyone else for that matter.

My fiance and I are driving up to see her and taking her out to dinner, but would like some advice on what else to get her. She doesn't have much family in the country and my fiance's sister can not make it down due to work, so a party is out of the question.

I was thinking a nice piece of jewellery, but I don't know.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers.

I'm sorry if you have seen this question before. It was glitching for me.

I have my wedding invitations already, they are ready to go, because I love stationery and wanted them to be perfect. However it is still 6 1/2 months until my wedding, I had never intended sending them so early. My parents are pushing me to put them out now because my wedding is just after Christmas and I'm inviting interstate and international guests who will need to book flights, accommodation etc. They also argue that because 2/3 of my guests will need to book overnight accommodation as the venue is a little out of the way, that they need a lot more notice than if I were having a local wedding.

My question for you is

Would you find it weird/rude to receive a wedding invitation 6 1/2 months in advance?

My eldest sister is getting married very soon. In my family it has always been frowned upon to give cash or gift cards as a gift to an immediate family member as they 'lack thought and sentiment'. She is 25 and her fiance is 30, so they do not lack furnishings.

My fiance and I are already spending $1500 in flights and accommodation, so I cap my present budget at about $300.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

This is just a vibe I get from people on this site and it bothers me slightly. Is this always the case or are there exceptions to the rule.

My partner asked me to marry him March 23rd and due to some processing errors (I custom ordered my ring and it came 2 1/2 sizes to big and had to be sent back for resizing) I did not get my ring until May 10th. Am I an exception to the not until the ring statement or was May 10th the start of my engagement.

I'm having a black and white wedding. Bridal party attire, decorations, stationary etc will all be black and white, but I think i need a touch of colour to lighten it up. My fiance says red or yellow. I don't really like yellow and red can be harsh. Any other suggestions.

I want my fiance to have a huge buck's night with all of his friends. I've given my blessing to the best man and one of the groomsmen who are organising it. They're planning the usual, paintball followed by a number of strip clubs. I am even paying for travel and accomodation as a gift to my future groom.

We have one hitch though, the second groomsman is married and his wife (who is a friend of mine) does not like the idea of strippers. Should I tell the guys no, on her account or should I encourage them to continue?