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I think they are all beautiful, but my pick would be #2.

Quote: Originally Posted by Christine you can buy a DB dress off the rack. I got three different dresses there (its a long story) but I think their prices (especially during their $99 sale) are good and quality is good for a dress you will only wear once. I was just going to ask who has had luck with DB's $99 sales. Do they have nice styles on those $99 racks? I'm looking for a nice dress, but nothing fancy. I'm only going to wear it once so I don't want to spend a fortune on it.

Quote: Originally Posted by Hartyt509 Nope we aren't paying anything for them - they are going on holiday and we are already taking a day out of their holiday for our wedding so not taking anymore of their time. Also if we do it for one we have to do it for everyone and I can't be with FMIL for more than 5 minutes before I want to stab her in the throat lmao That's a thought. I never considered that I would be taking more of their time...definitely something to think about. LOL...about your FMIL!!

Quote: Originally Posted by AmandaR Our wedding was very intimate - we only invited our immediate families, so we had a total or 8 guests. We stayed at a Sandals resort for our entire trip, and our families stayed at a Beaches, and came to our resort for the wedding and reception. We kept things very simple, but opted for a few ceremony and reception upgrades, and still did the traditional first dance and father/daughter dances. We kept things simple by not taking suitcases full of OOT bag stuff. Instead we made small OOT bags and gave them out a couple of weeks before the wedding. We also didn't do a lot of DIY projects that we or our guests had to truck down to Jamaica. I made programs and that was it. Bottom line is that our wedding was simple and beautiful, and because we didn't have to worry about putting together OOT bags at the resort, delivering OOT bags at the resort, or making sure we didn't go over our baggage limit bc we packed DIY projects and wedding decorations, we were able to thoroughly enjoy every minute before AND after our wedding. Thanks! OOT bags was another thing I was worried about. I was thinking of not giving them out at all. I did not want to lug a whole bunch of stuff out of town with me. So I think it's a great idea to give them out before the wedding. I haven't gotten to the DIY stage, but I'm sure it will be fun. I'm looking forward to trying some crafty projects, especially if it can save me $$ in the long run.

Quote: Originally Posted by Alyssa You did post it in the Jamaica section - that was the issue - the topic really has nothing to do with Jamaica or any specific location or site there - it is "Chit Chat" so I moved it here Gotcha. I'm still learning. I now get what you are saying. Not all topics need to go in the Jamaica forum just because it's my location. Thanks for the clarification!

I'm nervous about this as well. I have not sent out STD cards yet, but I may just send them to people that I know will come regardless of the cost.

Quote: Originally Posted by Hartyt509 Mine will be small and thats my prob 2 - its costing me mega bucks travelling to mexico from the UK so everything else is going to be bare minimum Are you planning on treating your guests to a tour or excursion since you'll have such a small group? I was thinking of doing this but I'm not sure if the budget will allow. I do want to express my appreciation to those who come in some type of way. Just not sure how yet..

Sorry. Will do! Thanks.

Did anyone see last night's episode when the bride tore up her veil? So crazy that show is!!

I'm sure some brides have had or are planning a small wedding for 10 or less. Are you planning to keep things simple since you have less people? I believe the bulk of my expenses will be travel and possibly photograpy. I'm having a hard time settling on a budget amount since I'm planning a smaller gathering. What are some of the things that you are doing to keep it simple?

Welcome and happy planning!

Quote: Originally Posted by ButlerGirl08 I wish my mother would scrap the idea of our AHR. And my MIL as well...I am just over it... They should've came to the damn wedding. ButlerGirl08....I almost spit my juice out!! That was funny because that sounds like something I'll be saying!! Thanks for the laugh!

I love my job...mostly because A. It's what I love to do and have been doing for the past 8 years AND B. I can work from home 5 days a week if I like. I really love the flexibility and the pay is nice too!

Thanks KHarrod! This is really helpful!

Quote: Originally Posted by quiche I went to the RIU site and put completed the information along with submitting my credit card number. I guess the next step will be to receive the voucher confirmation. Does the wedding confirmation voucher get emailed to the person who actually requested the date and time (in this case my TA)? Thanks! Guess I should have searched a little more...since I found the answer!

I went to the RIU site and put completed the information along with submitting my credit card number. I guess the next step will be to receive the voucher confirmation. Does the wedding confirmation voucher get emailed to the person who actually requested the date and time (in this case my TA)? Thanks!

Hi Wenna, It's my understanding that the extra $200 is for an outside photographer only if he/she is from the Jamaica area. Any photog outside of Jamaica can take your pics as long as they staying at the Riu.

Welcome, and congrats! Happy planning!

Ms Wenna, since you, me and KHarrod will be at ROR during the same time you should seriously consider splitting photog's airfare/hotel 3 ways! She has a really good deal on DW, splitting that 3 ways is such a steal! I'm thinking of going with the same photog that KHarrod is using, it saves sooo much $$. Plus her pics are beautiful!! She's done at least one other BDW bride's photos @ ROR and they came out really nicely!

Nice! You've started something...)

Thanks TA Maureen. This helps alot!

Congrats and welcome to the forum!

The National Arboretum. There is an area at the Tidal Basin that allow weddings also.

Me e ring is a cathedral set, similar to the one in your photo and I absolutely love it!

Hopefully this won't be an issue for me as my FI and I have the same last name....sucks that I don't get to change it..!