Positanobride10

I love your monogram!

We're only having 12 guests...we're just doing a long dinner. In Italy the dinners can last all night so we're just doing what the locals do. Good food and conversation is our style. Its simple but I think it will be more fun. Don't stress too much.

I have been eating clean and healthy. I go to an esthitician and the dermatologist for my skin...skin has improved. I am drinking a lot of water and have raised the intensity of my workouts. I've lost a little bit of weight but over all looking great! I am contemplating a spray tan before we go. I am fair so not sure if I'll do that. I don't want to be pasty but not orange either. It may come down to a more natural look which is truly me.

I have done some reading about bridal hair styles. I think for your bd pics it might look good down. However, you may want it up with a flower or hair decoration for your wedding day. Believe it or not, shorter hair is easier to do a french twist and most bridal updos. I hope that helps. I am really bad at doing my hair unless it's for everyday wear, so I looked at how to videos on you tube and the knot. I hope that helps.

Nightmares? Is there drama with the dress, hair, planning? Nope, literally, nightmares! I got my first wedding nightmare last night. I dreamed my wedding band was ugly, not what I asked the jeweler to make and chevron (triangle) shaped. FYI, I am having a ring made that is "married" to my engagement ring. Also, there weren't any diamonds on it like I asked for and my mom had given me some...so I stood there wondering where my grandmother's diamonds were. I didn't know what to be more upset about...the missing heirlooms or the hideous ring. Also, my dad ran away from me and refused to attend or walk me down the aisle with my step-dad....this is totally unlike my dad or step-dad, they actually get along in real life. With a crazy dream like this only 2.5 months away from our wedding, what will happen next? Will they continue and will they get worse? Stay tuned....

We'll be in the town where we'll be married for a few days and then move on without the family. We're staying in Italy.

You need to call them. They should help you since they messed up, you do not have the correct dress if the numbers do no match up. Also have you looked up online, the dress number from your receipt? That may help your case.

I have two boxers and wanted to find a way to incorporate them in our AHR. I love your cake topper!

I was in the same boat. I ended up keeping my dress because I "fell in love" with it again at one of my fittings. If you do not like it that much, sell it on ebay and get another one.

They look great!

A while, I posted in the general forum that I was not in love with my dress anymore. I went for my second fitting yesterday. My future sister-in-law helped me into my dress and while she was zipping it up, I realized my dress was perfect! All the bad feelings went out the window. When thinking about my last two fittings I can offer this advise. DON'T go to your fitting when your friend is in for a visit DO go when you feel best. DON'T beat yourself up about your weight or anything you cannot change EXPECT that your dress will not be pressed for the fittings and it will have wrinkles. EXPECT that the lighting in the stores are awful and don't stare too deeply at any flaws you think you have. KEEP your skin hydrated with lotions after you shower. I recommend original Cruel or Eurcerin daily calming lotion. DO curl your hair, wear make up that may be close to what you'll do for your wedding day so you can visualize the moments. Also, I do have to say, I've lost 3-4 pounds since my dress came in and it made a difference in my opinion. I have also been using body lotion everyday due to the dry winter season. Well hydrated smooth skin does look better than dry, blotchy winter skin. If you are like me and have a moment of self pitty and regret, try to remember why you bought your dress and go back to the store when you feel better. Best of Luck to anyone who feels this way.

Quote: Originally Posted by Emmers Great selection. Your shoes are a very nice choice, too. I think your shoes would work with my look as well - I think you have helped me decide on what I am looking for. Thanks! Hi. Glad I could help. I've had the shoes on a few times to break them in and for my 2 fittings I've had. They are comfortable and I am really happy with that purchase.

Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart Thank you!! I would love to see your pre-travel packages. I wanted to send something out to my guest too but am undecided at the moment. I will definitely post that here so you can see how it turns out.

Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart As promised, I took pictures of all my passport invites and sent them out today, wahoo! Here they are: http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...de-roux-55318/ Enjoy! I love your invites! They are absolutely awesome!!! Like many May Brides, I cannot believe I am 3 months away from my wedding!! So exciting. I need to finish (&post) my pre-travel packages. I am not doing invites since I know who is going (just family) so I am using the money for pre-travel packages. Plus, I wanted to send some OOT items to my planner who was so cool to let me use her address vice the hotel...long story. But I did some research and sending it to Italy would cost 200 USD just for the customs fees...so I am sending it all early.

Nicitica, Your invites are great! I love your logo on the back. I see you are a May 2010 bride too...just a few more months. Congrats!

I've updated my blog. I love this! Best Destination Wedding Forum ~ The Ultimate Destination Wedding Resource

I did feel weird about a shower and I've posted on this thread. Yesterday, I contacted my mom's friend who wanted to do this and said, "ok". She was so excited and as I re-read this thread and thought about it, I am having an AHR at a nice country club (mom is taking complete control of it, its crazy, see my post on that) but nevertheless, we're paying a lot of money for it. I've been to a million showers, weddings, bought gifts for all my friends and their kids. ...not that I expect ooddles of gifts but I would like the same attention and consideration I gave them for their weddings. So, with that said, I am having a small shower. I'm just going to invite my girl friends and a few friend's wives. I am going to tell my mom's friend I would like it to be lemon/limoncello themed since that is what my destination is all about. Might as well have fun with this.

welcome! This site will be great for ideas, sharing, etc.

While I've been against a shower for a while, my mom's BFF wanted to throw me a shower. Here is what I wrote in a recent post, Does anyone else feel awkward about having a bridal shower?: First Post: Second Post: So, I am going to have a shower. Again, I want it lemon themed since I love lemon flavored anything and it's all around Positano and the Amalfi Coast. So, here is my message to other on the fence brides: Ladies, get over the guilt. You're getting married. This is something that is special and people who love you want to do this. I am totally uncomfortable in large groups so I am going to invite a small group of ladies and have a blast! I am over the guilt!

AHRs can be tricky. I posted the following yesterday in the general forums, AHR, I am still really upset about it. I still think my mom is trying to get what she wants for me instead of what I want for us. My fiance would be fine with a BBQ with friends. I do think we deserve something nice but not over the top. I still feel that the wedding in Italy, what I've been planning and paying for is the big deal! I've decided to talk to my mom about all of this today. I am snowed in. It's about 20 degrees in Washington, DC and we're supposed to get 18 more inches of snow by 3PM today. We already got 32" last weekend. Now I know that is nothing for those who live up north but in DC, that's a big snow. More to come, stay tuned.

I think my mom was really upset I didn't want a traditional wedding with reception. As I've stated we're having a wedding and dinner reception in Italy in other posts. I am bad in crowds and feel uncomfortable being the center of attention. The destination wedding with just family, 14 total, was a way to have my dream wedding without an anxiety attack. And my fiance and I could be ourselves. Anyway, we agreed to let my mom throw an AHR. It's turning into what I don't want, a traditional reception where I am a dog and he's a pony...needless to say, we're on display to do parlor tricks. I don't want this! This is supposed to be a supplement, a party for friends and family, not my wedding!!! I feel like the wedding I've been planning is crap and her party is the big deal. I have tried emailing, calling, talking to her saying what I want and she ignores me. I am at the point where I am going to scream at her because maybe she'll listen. Thanks for letting me vent. I'm open to suggestions.

Welcome and Congrats!

Great planning thread. Cannot wait to see the wedding pics!

The most frustrating thing in the world is that I am in my 30th year on Earth and I still have blemishes. I am too old for this right? Well regardless of that, I wanted to prepare my skin for my big day. I went to the dermatologist 6 months from our wedding date. My skin didn't need that much help but I wanted smooth, healthy, blemish free skin. My dermatologist understood and put me on two kinds of medication. After two months, my skin is smooth and clear. I do have to be careful being in the sun because the Differin gel will make it more sensitive to sunlight. In my previous post I mentioned going to the tanning bed. That plan is still on but I will be extra careful and tell the people at the tanning place. Now, with three months left to go, I am in my skin maintenance phase. This is one less bit of stress to worry about and it was worth it. I did not pay a lot of money, only my co-pay to the doctor and prescription costs. My dermatologist also gave me cards to use at the pharmacy so that they would cost half the price. So, remember to ask you doctor about the price cards if you seek the advice of a dermatologist.

I think you are correct about "journaling" the wedding planning. Plus it is nice to get feedback from other brides. I still like the blog opportunity here. Just in case anyone wants to follow my blog, here's a link: Best Destination Wedding Forum ~ The Ultimate Destination Wedding Resource. I titled it "My dream wedding on the Amalfi Coast" (it truly is too )