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David Tutera Answers Your Questions

A huge thank you to our Facebook fans and Twitter followers for sending us your most pressing wedding planning questions so David could answer 10 lucky fans personally! Check out the videos and hear David's exclusive wedding planning advice!

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1. Does a wedding need to have a theme? How can we have a theme without it being cheesy?

2. How can I keep my reception fun, upbeat, and flowing?

3. What's your standpoint on open bar vs. cash bar?

4. What are some unique ways to display escort cards?

5. How did you get started as a wedding planner?

6. How can I make a small budget work with a large guest list?

7. What can we do if the bride and groom have totally different wedding styles?

8. How do I deal with an overbearing mother or maid of honor?

9. How can I make a low-key backyard wedding feel more special?

10. How can I find a flattering dress for my body type?

Bonus! What's the #1 piece of advice you give you to all brides?

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