bahiabride2010

Great idea to have your bridesmaids there! Definately like the idea of lots of wine! Your photos are gorgeous!

I love, love the colours you chose! There my colours too! You're dress is absolutely stunning! Would you have close up pictures of your and your BM's bouquets? Thanks!

I love how you personalized the bags and did one for the guys and one for the girls. Thanks for the advice about not doing the iron on but getting the screened ones done...adding a little money sometimes is worth more than ones time! Thanks again!

Everything looks wonderful Sara! Congratulations!

Some people on the forum have talked about using a frame by Umbra! I think that's what we're going to use. You pour the samd between the glass and it has space to put a picture in it as well!

Thanks! Now onto the GM's!

I'm so excited! My FI and I found his outfit this weekend while in Michigan for a football weekend! We knew what we were looking for and were so happy with what we found and the best part was that because of the end of season timing, everything was on sale! The shoes were from JC Penny and are Docker Sandals- $10 The shirt was from Target - It has white on white palm leaves that are really faint - $20 The pants were from Macy's and are IZOD keep you cool pants - $20 Here are some photos of what he looks like:

I'm going with a beachy style but just because it's beach doesn't mean it isn't fitted and won't make me stand out! There are some super light weight dresses out there that are perfect for a DW but that won't be super heavy and hot. My thinking is that I'll already have some nerves on the day so better to go with something flowy. Although in my search I decided that a corset tie up back was a must! I started trying dresses that were zipper backs but once I tried a corset a never wanted to go back! My dress is Zuri - by Maggie Sottero Enjoy the hunt! One lady told me in my seaching that: "You don't find your dress, you're dress find you. It's your job to get out there and try on so many so it finds you!"

Amazing...could you post the link? That would be hilarious! Our family are huge wolverine fans! We're going to the home opener this year!

Hey Ladies...well after searching for a couple months, I've found it! I've decided to go with a Maggie Dress. The fit is so wonderful and I know it will be so perfect for our summer DW! The one I chose is Zuri! I don't believe I've seen it on this thread! Zuri - by Maggie Sottero It's amazing and I love it. I didn't place an order today but I can't stop thinking about it! Going to go and order it first thing next week!

Hey Everyone...glad to have found this thread! I'm definately not bringing centrepieces or other decorations like that with me but am looking forward to creating the OOT bags with my BM's and my Mom. Our rationale for going away was to save on costs, have a laid back day and to leave it to the professionals

Here goes attempt number 2 to upload a picture! I absolutely love my ring and think my FI did a wonderful job picking it out! It has a 1.5 carat round brilliant diamond in the middle and .5 carat of diamonds along the side! The photo might be a little small but the sparkle definately isn't!

Hey There...we decided to go with the Blissful Love package because we're pretty sure that at least 30 people will be there! The hotel is definately making some money on these weddings down there but when thinking about all the extras, I guess we really have to consider how much more everything would be if we were getting married at home! As for the reception, I like the idea of having one big table...I saw some pictures like that from the WC too! I'll definately check out your photos. We chose Gazebo 1 but I really don't know the difference...I think there is only 1?!

Hey There...we've just booked our package for July of next year. For a private reception it is an extra $750 on top of the packages. We decided that it was definately worth it to guarentee a private space for us and our guests! WE've booked into the Garden Grille You'll also have to arrange for the bar to be open...they really get you in a situation you can't really avaid spending money. Good luck with the planning! CALCHIK...thanks for the tip about the IPOD list! Do you have any pictures of how you set up your reception?

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Hey Everyone...new to this! I did interval training on the treadmill today for 25 minutes. It's the best way to get a cardio workout quickly. Run at 6 mph for 2 minutes then sprint at 10 mph for 1 minute...repeat 8 times and there you have a quick, high calorie, and time efficient workout! I'm going back to the gym after work to work Chest and Triceps and some abs. HAPPY WORKOUTS!

Great find! I like the idea of personalizing them with your wedding logo...where do you find the labels to make them dishwasher safe? As for the colour choice...I'm not so sure everything has to be matchy matchy! It will be a great cup to get extra big resort drinks in! I'm sure you're guests will love them!

Thanks for the kind welcome everyone! I can't wait to explore, discuss and find all sorts of great things!

I love the way that you packed everything! Did you upgrade to first class? I've heard that that's a good way to being your dress! Amazing job planning...do you have the file that you used to create your brochere?

Hello Everyone...we will be getting married on July 7th in Punta Cana at the Gran Bahia Resort. I found this site yesterday and am totally hooked! I look forward to stealing, I mean looking at all of your wonderful ideas, and to share some of my own as well!