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Destination Wedding Photography Hope that helps and good luck to you! I arrive in Jamaica on your wedding day, congrats!

I would love to see some of her work! My wedding is coming up next month and I am so excited to work with her, thanks for any help!

Relax and enjoy your day!!! I know that you will be a beautiful bride and everything will be perfect! I cant wait to see the pics!

Not sure but thanks for the idea, something casual like that sounds nice, and who doesn't love seafood!

Just an update: I bought the White Aisle Swirl bracelet from another bride and it is amazing!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Myda77 Love it! The did and awesome job! It looks really nice. I ended up with the natural hair kinky twists. My hair is natural and I didn't want to relax it, so a friend recommended them. I tested it out and really like them. I have had them in for 7 weeks now and I am getting them redone this weekend for the wedding. I might just where it down or put them up in a style, not sure yet. Here are some pics...excuse how I look, I just came off the dance floor at my friends wedding. Thanks Maida! I love your hair like that!

Quote: Originally Posted by BillysBride OK, to be able to do your own sew in? HOLY weave goddess, that girl is the stuff for real. Gotta be! And does it WELL too... What style are you going with? On a side note, I'm beginning to wonder if we need a make up thread. I went into the one posted here tonight and got COMPLETELY discouraged when two out of the four "best" brands that the ladies are talking about don't carry foundations anywhere near what could be used for black skin. I'm gonna need to find something that will wear well and look natural in pics. What do you guys think? I know right!!!! It looks good and she isnt coming to Jamaica.... That would have totally solved all of my hair problems! My hair will be similar to hers but with hair left out on the sides and back as well so that I can wear a ponytail. Now about the makeup, try Sephora, I was able to find some great foundation there, its called Cargo Blu Ray, heres the link: Sephora: CARGO blu_ray™ Pressed Powder: Pressed Powder The plus is that they can get you a sample of anything in the store to try at home :.)

Quote: Originally Posted by JanJan84 Hello brides I am getting married in the Riu Negril and I was looking for a cake person to I will contact her to see if she can deliver all the way in Negril wish me luck. I know that her bakery is located in Kingston and she will deliver, but the delivery charge can be very expensive. She explained to me that since the roads are less than perfect, crossing the island can be a long drawn out trip that sometimes consumes and entire day. I have family on the island so we eliminated that cost by having someone pick the cake up and bring it to the resort. BUT, her cakes are amazing and well worth the hassle! Most of the other vendors dont have websites, pics, or any reviews that I could use to make a decision.

Quote: Originally Posted by BillysBride Oooooo, Monique, that looks SO pretty! It really suits you too! I see a lot of styles that are pretty but don't really suit the person, this one looks phenomenal on you! So..whats the verdict? What will you do for the wedding? Thank you so much! I normally wear a lighter color in my hair when I get weaves, but was too cheap to get the colored hair! LOL! But I loved the end result, no more blond me! Now about the wedding hair, I had my heart set on a sew in, then braids, but now I think I'm back to the sew in BECAUSE a friend of mine that isn't going to the wedding :.( , will be in Chicago until the end of the month and she does fabulous sew ins!!! The plan is to have her do the install and have my stylist cut and style the hair before we leave for Jamaica. Heres a picture of her sew in that she did on Saturday, in our hotel room, herself...lol!

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Debra~ Oh I like that Monique! Ok....so where's are the pics of the stripper?!?! LOL! No Strippers!!!!! That was my only request for my girls, I was so tired of seeing naked men, lol!

I recommend Selena Wong. Her website is Home

Quote: Originally Posted by imapepper We are currently in pre-marital counseling, and will have the pastor marry us before we leave. We will marry the Monday before we leave. I do not want to be bothered with translating my certificate. Also, My Mom and MILl want a pastor to marry us as opposed to someone we REALLy do not know. Great idea Amma! And very meaningful. I spoke with Chandlyn and she said that they only need a copy of the mariage license so keep that in mind ladies. I have to find out the turn around time for the certificate because FI will not be home until the 21st and we leave on the 2nd.

Quote: Originally Posted by imapepper Monique, Where are you getting the groomsmen shirts and slacks from? Also, my FI is wearing a white linen suit as well. We are having a hard time finding a shirt though. He is a big guy! I am not sure if I want him to wear white on white or a colored shirt. A sista is conflicted..lol www.ammaandlester.com Hey Amma! We found the guys outfits at K and G as well. They are wearing white button down shirts and tan pants, both from Sean John. Fiancee is wearing a white Sean John linen suit and to add some color, we went with a cognac colored belt and shoes, and a colored tie to make the white shirt pop. I considered a colored shirt as well but decided against it. Shoes and belt are this color: And I like this color tie for him:

Quote: Originally Posted by ~*petals*~ So far it looks like I'm bringing: bouquets (mine and MOH's) wedding programs welcome letters flowergirl pail menu cards cake boxes (for rum cake favors) guest book vases, glass pebbles, and shells for these centerpieces: Those centerpieces are amazing!!!!

My bridal shower and bacherlorette party were this weekend and ladies, I had an amazing time! I have pics on FB, you can pm me for the links :.) I decided to get a "quick weave" (track hair bonded to my hair which was molded down) in a bob style and loved the results! Here's a few pics!

Np problem! Good luck!

Quote: Originally Posted by destination Thanks for the directions; is it as labor intensive as it sounds?? I've got some time off school coming up and am going to try to figure it out. Wish me luck! Good luck!! It sounds a lot harder than it is, and once you get the hang of it, within 5 minutes, you'll be able to have it done in no time! Quote: Originally Posted by staceysbride Monique- I am LOVING the new bouquet pics. I love the colors.... Thank you! I'm waiting for the rest of the package to arrive, these are the pics the florist sent me...teaser pics if you will!

Thanks, but is there a photographer that you can recommend? Im getting married in June so that would be too late anyway, lol! Thanks!

Ive noticed that many of the ladies here get together to have B pics done and was wondering if there were any marathons going on in Chicago within the next few weeks. If not, I'd love a recommendation for a photographer in either Chicago or Indiana, TIA!!!

I already booked with a photographer but loved their pics so I checked back. I actually picked them first and then booked with my current photog. I was hoping that they had a cancellation though :.) Lifelike Silk Wedding Flowers: Artificial Bridal Floral Arrangements Of Top Quality Thats the link to the website and they have been a pleasure to work with! I think tthat the prices are reasonable and they really work within your budget.

Quote: Originally Posted by Starryt My wedding was at noon (RIU MB)- ceremony started a little late- pictures and toasting with wedding guests until 2- DH and I had some time alone while our guests ate lunch- then we met at the pool for drinks. Family & friends stayed at the pool until 5. DH and I left around 4- Michael came back to do sunset photos with us at 5:30. That took an hour then we joined our guest at the reception. The time went by very quickly. Thanks for that timeline, it really puts some things in perspective for me! And congrats on getting married!

Thanks but Paula emailed me back...they dont have my date :.(

Quote: Originally Posted by BillysBride Ooooh, I see how it is!!! Sookie sookie girl! lol LOL! I cant wait!

Quote: Originally Posted by KRB The rose balls look great. Thank you! They were very easy to make too!

Quote: Originally Posted by Coconut Cream So question... If you do have a private, legal ceremony in the states and then have just the beautiful ceremony in the islands are you're resorts still charging you? I am getting married at the Grand Lido, Negril (which is turning into Breezes, Negril). I just found out they are changing hands so that throws a wrench into a lot of things. I guess I will have to maybe ask about this. Thanks for starting this thread. Definetly check the reqiurements, but Im getting married at the RIU and there is still a cost, but its a bit cheaper. Quote: Originally Posted by lawieland I think a lot of people are doing the same thing, on the Cancun thread I read, basically everyone was having a ceremony in the US before they went and then having their destination ceremony as well. I just have to say i LOVE your flowers..absolutely beautiful. Thank you! I cant wait for the rest of the package to arrive! Quote: Originally Posted by TA Maureen A lot of Mexico brides do this because it is harder to get legally married in Mexico than Jamaica. Not harder, just a little less convenient because of the need to translate documents and have blood tests done. Jamaica doesn't require any of that. It is definitely up to your personal preference and each couple has to do what makes them comfortable and works for them. I was just sharing my experience which was no trouble with the legal marriage in Jamaica thing (knock on wood). Thanks Mo! Its very helpful to hear from a past bride!