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Wedding planning questions

Lots of questions come up when planning a wedding. Find answers to all of your wedding planning questions in these articles. From which vendors to tip to most common wedding etiquette questions to how to write thank-you cards, our experts guide you through.

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How Many People Should I Invite to My Wedding?What's the average wedding size? How do you decide who to invite? Here's everything you need to know about guest lists and who to invite.

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Bridesmaid Duties

The Bridesmaid Duties: A Full Breakdown

Being a bridesmaid means agreeing to a fairly long list of responsibilities. We’ve put together a comprehensive list of bridesmaid duties.

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Period Coming On Your Wedding Day? Here's What to Do

Periods happen—even on your wedding day. Here's expert advice on how to manage your period on your wedding day and how to keep calm about the situation.

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How to Choose The Best Wedding Month

Choosing your wedding month and date is a crucial first step in the wedding planning process. Here's how to decide on the best time of the year to get married.

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How Much To Tip Wedding Vendors

Confused on how much to tip wedding vendors, which vendors to tip, and when to distribute tips? Fear not: explore our guide for tipping wedding vendors.

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Bridal Party vs. Wedding Party: What's the Difference?

What's the difference between a wedding party & a bridal party? Learn more & get expert planning tips to help you prepare for the big day.

Not Inviting Family to Your Wedding: Do's and Don'ts

Not Inviting Family to Your Wedding: Do's and Don'ts

When creating your wedding guest list, you have to decide what family members to invite to your special day.

What Percentage of Guests Should You Expect to Come to Your Wedding?

How Many Guests Should I Expect to Come to My Wedding?

There are many factors that determine the average wedding size. One of the biggest ones? The percentage of invited guests that actually attend.

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When Wedding Planning Meets Social Media Stress: Finding Your Balance

Planning your big day is stressful enough without the added pressure of social media. Here's how to cope.

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Who Gives Speeches at Weddings?

Here’s a breakdown of who typically gives speeches at weddings and when. Use our guide to help you figure out what works best for you and yours!

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