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open thread

We get LOTS of wedding advice questions from readers, and while we always recommend doing a search of our 5000+ posts in our archives (we’ve covered a LOT of territory over the years!), sometimes we get stumped. That’s when we open the question up to readers in open threads to ask y’all… what are YOU doing? If you’d like to submit a question or a topic for an open thread, email us!

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Open thread: are there safer wish lantern alternatives for a nighttime send-off?

We got a question about safer alternatives to wish lanterns. We’ve talked a lot about alternative send-offs in general, including some biodegradable options like those from Wish Lantern. What wish lantern alternatives (or safer wish lanterns) would you guys suggest for a nighttime send-off?

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OPEN THREAD: Why are some wedding vendors disrespectful to potential clients online?

As a publication, Offbeat Bride straddles two groups. We serve couples planning their weddings, but we do business with the vendors who love working with those couples.

Or… vendors who MOSTLY love working with those couples. I will say that over the years, I’ve been shocked by how poorly some wedding vendors present themselves online…

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Open thread: Will you feed your wedding vendors?

Do you include your vendors in your head count for food? I ask because in my first wedding, I did not. And then my hired professional photographer got in line for the buffet and sat down with their assistant and ate. Should I be including my DJ, and some of the “hired help” in meal counts?

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Open thread: Are there reputable eBay wedding dress sellers?

I read the post about ordering a wedding dress from China. Thanks for it, it was great! I have looked at dresses in eBay and have found some lovely ones. I would like to ask if you can recommend some reputable eBay wedding dress sellers? I have tried to find information about eBay-sellers in internet but all information I have found is old.