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Quote: Originally Posted by jazz04 I'm not sure what everyone else is doing as far as packages, I'm having a hard time deciding. I feel that it may be best to start with the Pearl package and pick and choose add ons. Maybe more bang for your buck? Has anyone used the photographers the resort suggests? I hate to pay the 500 extra just to use one from outside. Also, my girls are wearing blue sapphire short dresses and I'm having a hard time deciding on the guys. My DH wants them to wear linen pants. Any thoughts? I am not sure about AS, but at my resort, I chose to do the "free package" and just order everything a la carte. There wasn't a package where I LOVED every part of it. And since I am flying in my photographer, it seemed like a waste of money to pay for that in a package. What is the style of your wedding? I wanted mine to NOT be "beachy." I know that's weird to say, but I wanted it to be a little more formal. I LOVE linen pants, but it did not fit the style of my wedding. So FI's GM are wearing gray suits (yes, they will hate me after they sweat their butts off). What about white linen pants??

Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb All - So I am having a little trouble visualizing al the decorations I am considering for the ceremony and thought creating a 2-d diorama (who would have thought it was spelled that way? I didn't until i googled it. Ha.) and plugging in little pictures of the flowers that I am thinking, etc. This way I can try several options and see what they look like. Thing is, I am cannot find a "clean" picture of the sky deck...that is one without a ton of people or one with just simple chivalri chairs. I would use photo shop to take things off the pics but I am so not a tech person. And that's where you all come in. Does nayone of a picture of the sky deck sans people, preferrably without a ton of decoration or one that has chivalri chairs as opposed to covered chairs? Here's to hoping. Thanks so much!!!! Lemme look and see...I think I may!

Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb Lindz - I saw that you still haven't booked your flight. Did you try Bing's farecast...it shows you the risk factor for booking....mght make you feel more comfortable. Also, FI and I booked through Orbitz since they have their price assurance...anyone books your same flight for less they send you a check for the difference. It may not happen but made me feel a little better about paying $380 per ticket. Hope that helps Good idea!!! Thanks so much!!

Quote: Originally Posted by meghan Hey Ladies! We have been at the resort for 3 days now....and it has been crappy weather...but it is a beautiful resort. We flew into a storm. It is getting better each day, so please, please, PLEASE, keep your fingers crossed for us that it doesn't rain on Thursday! Even though it has been raining a lot, it is still super gorgeous. Our travel agent, The Wedding holiday, was super nice and got us a private cocktail reception (not at our expense) so that was a lovely surprise when we met with the wedding coordinators today. I will keep you updated as to how everything goes...I am in my room as I have had a little too much to drin'k!! lol it is my bedtime. We had our welcome dinner yesterday. It was a set menu, which we could not change, but it was delicious and everyone loved it! THey spelle dmy last name wrong on the menu cards that were set out at each place setting, so they brought in a harpest to make up for it. They are wonderufl and fixing mistakes and compensating you. We had a cesear salad, potato soup, and choice between chicken or beef, and cheese cake for dessert. Everything was soooo good, except for the cheese cake, but we just went and got different desserts from the buffet. That is where we are having our reception if the rain stays away. They don't provide additional lighting unless you pay for it. I have heard they put tea lights out as well, but my online wedding coordinator told me they cost money, so we brought our own anyway. We are paying for tiki torches to provide additional lighting. I think the storm is supposed to be in the states by Thursday! You should be fine! Good thoughts coming your way girl!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart Hi ladies! Alright, I successfully got my Vegas Ceremony video onto YouTube! Please let me know if you'd like to see it and don't share it, I put up there for you girls and some friends and family to see, hope you like it! The moment of laughter and ring confusion in the middle is this... BM had both rings, MOH was freaking out because she didn't have ring so when I turned to hand over my flowers, she is laughing and red and pulls off her engagement/wedding band and hands it to me and I'm like what are you doing? She goes "I don't have his ring!!!" Good times I wanna see!!

Quote: Originally Posted by meghan We had a guest put a deposit down, and cancel. We also just had 4 guests book in 24 hours of leaving! I think we are at 50...not even sure! Mine is still in my account too! And I am leaving right now! Amy, Have a wonderful Vegas wedding! We are leaving right now! The limo is here so my message has to be quick! Can't wait to share when we get back :) Hope you are having a BLAST!!! You will be such a precious, beautiful bride!!!!! CONGRATS!

I ended up switching from DW.com. THe lady seemed helpful at first, but in the end, she seemed to be "guiding me" to resorts I had no interest in. Then she became very quick to respond to my emails and forgot everything we had discussed. I ended up switching to Wendy Hicks with Wright Travel (BDW TA as well). She has been SOSOSOSOSO fabulous! Seriously a lifesaver!

Hey girls!!! Ok, time to check in with your to-do's!!!!! Scratch off what you got completed and add to the list...here is a reminder for what everyone was aiming for! STARTING Monday, June 14, 2010 ENDING Sunday, June 27, 2010 We will check in with what is done either as it’s done or every other Friday and start a new list! The futuremrslutz's (Lindsey) To Do's: 1) Book flights to Cancun (they keep going up and down...guess we just need to book and take the risk) 2) Assemble and mail invites (these will go out by Wednesday)-DONE!!!!!!! 3) Order OOT stuff-Have started this! 4) Book Vegas Wedding (Ryan is handling the entire weekend, except the actual wedding part...I will handle this.) 5) Bachelorette Party Favors-DONE!!!!! 6) Order linens, candles, chair ties (already ordered samples), etc 7) Book DJ 8 ) Finalize Thursday night party 9) Create Mock table set up with pics for the reception 10) Update website-DONE!!!!! 11) Decide on vowels 12) Order rose petals for the isle 13) Order garter, hair accessory, jewelry, etc 14) Bridesmaids/groomsmen gifts Taylorwd's new To Dos 1. Find new baker 2. Make a site visit to the party barge 3. Finish playlist 4. Delegate barge setup 5. Find extra coolers and trashcans 6. Resew missing buttons on wedding dress 7. Exchange/Return decorations AmandaMarieB’s To Do’s: - Register (hopefully today and yes I realize we are very behind on this)- DONE!!! - Order fiance's wedding band - Recieve and sign photog contract- DONE - Request rates for a BD shoot (Chris Schmidt?) - Work-out - Begin Qt Extreme Cleanse -Order gold bags for rose petals - Follow up on quote for real touch flowers and possibly order blume boxes -DECIDED ON REAL FLOWERS - Make sure photo booth stand will work - Find images and begin mock-up of post-cards using for guest book - Send mom guest list so she can keep track of RSVP cards -DONE -Begin searching for table card holders that will fit the polaroid-type photos from the photo booth -Receieve suit swatch samples and email groomsmen to order (assuming we like the swatches) - FI WANTS TO HANDLE -Start thinking baout hair and make-up -Start writing ceremony -Figure out DJ -Revise flower choices and figure out centerpeices -Order postcards from VistaPrint while they have the 100 free promotion -Email FI's dad about helping with cake topper -Send revisions/additions to the cocktail menu Kittenheart (Amy)’s To Do’s: Book room for someone Go get fun stuff @ Party City Receive invites and stamps, mail out ASAP Decide on flowers, purch or not Receive cupcake papers & toppers & buy cupcake stand Receive DH's bowtie & suspenders Order cupcakes Order things on sticks Go food shopping at Costco for snacks and booze for MOH to bring Pull out cash for transportation Create guest list to give to Skyloft peeps Have MOH email boys to get tacky suits Decide on hair and makeup and get photos for hair/makeup chick artist Get jars for flowers Buy sunglasses, necklaces etc for peeps Have DH get cigars Have twin make iPod playlist Meredith's new list 1. Insure my ring 2. Cocktail party decor 3. Follow up on invites 4. Work on AHR 5. Come up with ideas for BM's shirts 6. Decide on menu for reception 7. Get thread for welcome bag monograms Daniepps To Do’s 1. Buy tiara 2. Find and buy comb/barette 3. Find and buy jewelry 4. Find and buy bridesmaids jewelry 5. Get heels on shoes cut down-DONE 6. Make reception playlist-DONE 7. Buy placecard holders 8. Print menus and placecards 9. Buy unity sand set 10. Order programs-DONE 11. Decide what to do for centerpieces 12. Order paper lanters 13. Order bridal party t-shirts 14. Buy OOT bags and contents 15. Order reception favors 16. Order ceremony stuff- bubbles/tissues/rose petals 17. Pay for Ty's wedding band 18. Finalize ceremony

Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Hi girls, I am waiting to do my final wedding review until I get my pro pics back, but wanted to post my flower pictures for everyone. I googled a lot of flowers and also used the sticky note link regarding what flowers were in season in Mexico. I was very happy with the flowers; they were a superb quality and for the cost, I thought a great deal! Bridal bouquet: Orange & Pink lilies & roses - $50 additional (b/c size was 16" diameter) Bridesmaids Bouquets - $50 for each - yellow, purple, orange & pink lilies and daises (they added tons of yellow roses too which were pretty) Centerpieces - $50 each Inspiration Picture given was: Aisle decor - Tall glass vases of Gladiolas - $43 each - moved from canopy to in front of the DJ table Groom boutonniere - $25 - option was shown to us from Lomas in their binder at our pre wedding meeting. Sorry I dont have a close up of his flower really - but he loved it and thought it was worth $25. Imagine a guy saying that!! hehe it was cute. Hope this helps! I think they did a great job of recreating what I sent them. These are beautiful! I think better than what you sent them!

Quote: Originally Posted by jazz04 Those of you that have created a website: we are having trouble converting our itunes songs to our playlist on our website b/c you have to have mp3 and itunes uses wave. Any ideas? Yes, the iTunes are MP4 files...this is what I did: google the song you are looking for, i.e. Love Song, MP3. Or you can download off Napster. I think you can pay per song. I googled the MP3's and used Napster...but Napster had the best quality! They may have a special right now where you sign up for a free trial. You can just cancel after you are done. Lemme know if you need anymore help!

Quote: Originally Posted by dirtymartini Sorry I've been MIA recently girls - just keeping busy! Maybe you girls can help- my FI and I are looking for his suit. We're looking for a nice khaki suit (I am picturing him wearing it with a linen-type white shirt, top two buttons unbuttoned..). We have been to Nordstrom, Macy's, Bloomies, Banana Republic & JCrew... and can't find one! Anyone have a khaki suit-spotting lately? Have you tried bluefly.com? My FI bought an amazing Zegna Suit! A ton of stuff is on sale!

Quote: Originally Posted by Mrs D To Be! Hi girls, I just randomly came across this thread...had to add to it...we were originally getting married at le blanc, then alot of family said they would come (yeah) with kids, so we moved to moon palace, and had our honeymoon at le blanc...we just got back 2 weeks ago...and i have to say, i was disappointed with le blanc (please don't shoot the messenger!) maybe its because i had looked into it soo much, but it didn't live up to expections for me...we had booked a honeymoon suite..and it was sooo noisy! we actually asked to move back to moon palace, they were horrified, and asked us to say a night and they'd move us the next day...we did, and they upgraded us(yeah!) to a suite the following day...honestly, I wouldn't stay at le blanc again unless it was a high floor suite...the building is just soo noisy, partly because of the ipod docks in the rooms, but also because of the location of the wall switches, and the jacuzzi's. Altho I was already aware of it, and didn't think it would be a big deal, we REALLY missed having a balcony. Appart from that, the service was excellent, and the hotel itself was mind-blowing...location was prime and the pools and beach/pool service was second to non! I've not done this to upset anyone, just to give my view...I always appreciated everyone opinions in my planning, and le blanc reviews were hard to come by on here...if i'm being honest, I don't think I'd have changed hotels even if I'd read a review like this, as the reason we chose mexico was because of le blanc, but if i was to return, i'd go back to moon palace, or if i wanted to spend a wee bit more, go to the royal. Thanks so much for sharing this info! Obviously, with less than 50 days til my wedding at Le Blanc, I cannot and will not switch resorts. But this is good to know. Luckily, we are staying in the Governor's suite on the top floor with a balcony. The balcony was definitely an issue for me, so hopefully my guests will not to be too mad about a small balcony! ha I guess we never know what to expect with these destination weddings. Also, everyone has their "must haves" in a resort and things that are important to them. We have 50 guests coming to Le Blanc, so I am sure some people will be completely satisfied and some people will be let down. I guess that's just how it is when you are trying to please that many people. Hopefully, when it is all said and done, my guests will be happy they got to see us get married at a gorgeous resort, be treated like royalty, eat great food, drink tasty drinks, and have the time of their lives!! I am just praying that the little things will not have too much of an impact on them. I am nervous about the hotel living up to my expectations. I have researched these hotels sooooooo much, so I am expecting to be let down a little. There is no way a resort can live up to ALL of our expectations. But I will say this: the wedding planners there have been a DREAM to work with. Diana emails me every single day and answers all of my questions. She goes out of her way to provide impeccable service. SHe has even negotiated lower prices for things, booked outside events for me, etc etc etc etc. So, to a bride, this has been priceless. Let's just hope my guests feel the same way about the service and the beauty of Le Blanc!!

How is everyone doing on their "to do's?" I got my invitations mailed!!! YAY!! I will post pictures soon. They turned out great, but they were SUCH a labor of love. Hours and hours and hours and hours of DIY.

Quote: Originally Posted by bigboponthebeach Afternoon my "forum friends!" ;-) I was just popping in to vent and whine for a tad. We sent our STD's out on Monday and we've officially got the buzz going for our wedding. I'm amazed at how many family members have been so critical. Mature adults (or so I thought) have made every comment ranging from "Those rooms are too small' to "Why isn't flight included in the rate" to "Kinda selfish to make everyone fly just to see you marry." I know I shouldn't be so sensitive, and I'm usually not, and I know from reading all the earlier posts that many of you ladies were met with similar negativity. But I'm trying to be a gracious and polite bride and instead I feel like telling people to Shut the F**K up and just stay home if they feel burdened. I'm so tired of responding to people, "Well I'm sorry but just know that we are NOT offended if you cannot make it and we totally understand." I feel like people don't realize that this is an optional attendance and no gun is being placed to their head for them to fly to beautiful Mexico to attend our wedding. Anywho, I know I should suck it up and drive on......but I'm just sick of all the complaining and commentary and know that there are a few more to come. I had to vent because I feel like you chicks are the only ones who get it. I'm thankful for this space to do that from time to time......:-) Oh gosh girl, I cried and cried and CRIED and am still getting upset about negativity surrounding my wedding. I would say 90% of everyone going is extremely excited, but the other 10% (which happesn to be a few of my bridesmaids) have made this process a living hell! At first it was them being angry that I chose such an expensive trip...and NOW they have booked their trips...but are not coming for the whole wedding weekend so they can EXTEND their vacation! Can you believe that? Missing 2 nights of wedding events so they can stay Friday or Saturday through Friday. Instead of Thursday though Wednesday. So my advice to you is this: you are going to go through SEVERAL stages of wedding planning. Throughout the process you are going to have sooo many highs and lows. Try to take everything with a grain of salt and not to take anything too personally. You may have a super productive day where everything goes perfectly well, then you may have a day where 3 people have called and said they are not going and the resort pissed you off. It's just the nature of a destination wedding. But in the end, it will be worth it! Like everyone else has said: the people that will be there will have a blast you guys! You will have soooo many memories with those that attend and most importantly, you and your FI will be getting married!!!! Rain, shine, oil, hurricanes, bitchy friends, best friends, etc...you will be husband and wife! I know it's hard but try not to get too upset. Yes, it is SO SO SO SO frustrating, but focus on the people that are so excited about coming. It really will make you smile thinking about the fact that you have x number of people happy about coming to your wedding. Hang in there!! Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart OH just know that this has happen to us all! I'm not kidding, probably every destination wedding bride has experienced a guest or family member complaining or voicing an opinion. My own mother and brother did not come to my wedding in Mexico. To each, their own and everyone is different but people need to realize a wedding is about you and your fiance, celebrating and declaring your love. The number of attendees to this celebration and union doesn't matter at all. On your wedding day, I promise you, you won't be thinking about who wasn't there, or who thought you should have done it differently or who didn't approve of blah blah blah... I promise you that the feeling you will have on your wedding day is solely focused on your then husband and this blissful floating feeling. Wendy knows! I can tell she felt the same way It's an unbelieve experience... ahhhh I'm so jealous mine is over! My response was a little less PC, to anyone who commented, just told them, "it's my wedding and our decision was this, if you can't make it, we totally understand." I think us past brides all mentioned how over emotion we were during our planning stages, it's natural Sorry for going off, I just don't want you to stress or worry, those complainers won't be hatin' life when they are floating in the pool with a margarita now will they? Amy, you are exactly right!! I am just trying to remember what you girls have told us!!! I know it will be worth it and the drama will seem so ridiculous after it is all said and done! Quote: Originally Posted by artistique This is sad to say, but many people attend "at home" weddings just to be polite and get a free meal. I can't even tell you how many weddings we go to where the guests eat and leave! So rude, and in such poor taste. The good thing is that for your DW, the ones who are there, are the ones that care. Hey! and less people to feed too! Michelle hahah you are SO right! That was the main reaon we chose to do a destination wedding...we did not want to be meeting people at our wedding. We wanted an intimate group that we could spend the weekend with! Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart Love hearing this I know how you feel, love you all too, you all are wonderful women I feel fortunate to be a part of our little thread You are on the right track! Right now I'd be doing the big staple stuff, avoid details until later. I would absolutely start looking for your dress, if you get a dress that has to be made it takes 8 months and you want time for alterations etc. It's a big decision and you don't want to be rushed. Then I would start looking into flowers, decide what you want to do, resort flowers, real touch etc. If you want anything custom made do that early too. Sometimes it can take awhile. Also deciding the theme and colors of your wedding now is a good idea so everything looks coordinated etc. Congrats and welcome Natalie!! Personally, I did the free wedding which came with some basics and I added on and totally customized my wedding since the packages (silver & gold) came with stuff I didn't need or want, so it just depends on your needs. If you are bringing your photographer then obviously you don't need a package with one. Good luck! I am doing the same thing at my resort: choosing the free wedding and adding on what I want. My color scheme did not match any of the wedding packages and since I am bringing a photographer, I did not need the photography package. Quote: Originally Posted by dstinationdrmr So, for my "I don't care about your wedding cause it's too expensive story" I have a good friend who (I did bullets cause it was wayyyy too long): - took my original wedding date - asked me to be in her wedding - refused my request when I asked her to be in mine - told me that since mine is a month after hers, she has to "see if they have money left" after theirs is over to come to mine - chose a dress and shoes for us that total almost $500 - chose a honeymoon location that required plane tix that were $4000 (just airfare) - cancelled that honeymoon because she needed more money to spend on the wedding (although everything was already planned and money was already alotted) - called and asked for my TA's info NOT for info on how much travel was for our wedding, but for recommendations on placed to go for her honeymoon - just got her mortgage reduced over $1k/month (approx cost for her and her FI to come to my wedding = $1600) - and constantly says she's poor!! Wow. I am at a loss for words. But I guess we will never know people's real reasons for acting like this. In her mind, she probably does think she is broke and sees nothing wrong with her behavior. My friend told me this about my destination wedding (yes, it made me mad and so frustrated, but she really is right): "You cannot justify the cost, location, etc to anyone. You are the only one that completely understands what you are wanting for your wedding. If someone does not want to attend, it is not fair for you to justify why they can or cannot afford your wedding. Bottom line, they are not coming and that's the end of it. Just be happy for the people that are coming!" Like I said, this comment made me so angry, but it also did give me a little piece of mind to stop thinking of all these reasons why someone is choosing not to come. It really did help my anxiety! haha So, yes, this girl sounds RIDICULOUS but don't worry about her. You are definitely being the bigger person in this situation.

Thank you for all the sweet messages!! Amy, you are too cute yourself!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Bride2Be21 omg they are amazing! Gorgeous ring!!!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda WOW you are totally AWESOME. Themes sounds great. And your E-pics are so amazing Lindz!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yes, Themes are so amazing!!!! Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart So fun! We are doing the Blue Hawaii package We planned on having 2 couples go with us, then my mom and brother wanted to come so DH invited his parents and sister and brother-in-law and then it expanded and I have 30+ people coming now... how crazy is that? I LOVE the Blue Hawaii theme!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are going to have so much fun!!!! Quote: Originally Posted by taylorwd You've been to Austin and Lake Travis? Business or pleasure? Hey, if you're free on the 26th, come on over and join us on the party barge!! Fun fun fun!!! What a great way to get married, two rockin' ceremonies in a week! We had a bit of a set-back this weekend. Our baker essentially fired us and now I'm scrambling to find someone. Long story short, it's the outcome I wanted because I never liked this company from the beginning. As soon as I sent them our deposit check I regretted locking in with them. The only reason we kept them is because they already had our money. We're super stoked to be getting our money back and not have to deal with them anymore, but I'm really, really, really pissed at the reason she gave for doing it. She is WRONG and a LIAR and needs to read her own contract. I was so mad it kept me awake most of the night last night, and I'm thinking to myself, "This crazy ***** is not worth losing sleep over so let it go!" Grrrr. Yikes about your chairs. That is crazy expensive!! Sooooo fun to have lots of people there!!! There are a few ways to get banned. Here's the thread: http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...-banned-32834/ I went for pleasure!!!! Ryan LOVES Widespread Panic, so we went for his birthday/Halloween to see them play. Austin was SO fab!!! I'm really sorry to hear about your baker, but it seems like you will be better off in the long run! Quote: Originally Posted by gingerlover36 Haha, when I originally created I didn't realize that would be my name that everyone sees from some reason. But yeah Im in love with a ginger...my real name is Meghan by the way ;-) hahahahahaha That's hilarious! Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb Ladies - I just stumbled upon th emost amazing find. Too bad it's way out of my price range...but here's hoping you have seen something like this for far less than $500. Essentially it's a wedding genelogy chart that goes up atthe reception. It links of all of your guests to you but this one does it on a vintage inspired map of constellations. How cool: Wedding Constellations Genealogy Chart NEW by melangerienyc Hmm..anyone know an astronomer that could help me with this for less than $550? A girl can dream right? That's so cool! I wonder why it is so expensive? Quote: Originally Posted by meghan What is everyone getting their maid of honours or bridesmaids for gifts? I bought them their dresses (even though I didn't want to). Unfortunately I waited til the last minute and had to purchase something expensive. They are super cute though. I need to get them a few more small things. Quote: Originally Posted by mmc1105 Hey ladies! I went to a Brides Against Breast Cancer event on Friday and ended up buying a dress! It was the first on I tried on, and my wedding is a year away. I loved the way the dress fit, but wasn't crazy about the neckline. The ladies told me that the top could be altered, but now I am having second thoughts!!! Well, you can ALWAYS sell it, or wear it as a trash the dress. Just keep looking...you may not find anything you like better. Quote: Originally Posted by jazz04 I have just decided on Azul Sensatori! Yeah! Date June 11 2011. Right now we are getting the invite list together but trying to decide whether to send out save the dates and wanted to know what others have done for destination weddings. What else should I be doing? So clueless! I did passport save the dates...here is a link to mine...sorry the pictures are not great but you get the idea. http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...-resort-55483/ Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda I got them jewelry: cuff braceletts and earrings handmade for each of them to match their dresses, spa waffle weave towel wraps from Smarty Pants Boutique, orange leather luggage tags, and personalized compact mirrors. I think I am also going to get my sister who was my matron of honor a piece of nice jewelry as a thank you. Some of my bridesmaids did a lot more than others, but I felt bad if I didnt give them all the same thing. D'oh! I bought a dress last July that everyone told me was the best one I tried on. I had second thoughts over Xmas and ordered another one and thats when I bought the dress I wore. I know they say to bring people to help you decide but I am better deciding by myself. Did you break the bank? There are nice knock off sites on this forum if you want to buy a less expensive gown and want to change from the one you just bought. Great ideas!! Quote: Originally Posted by dstinationdrmr It was my initial idea to just wait until I get the the resort and see what happens. Like I said, I don't HAVE to have them, just figured it would be a nice addition. Problem is, I was gonna pull the "you didn't tell me that card" because I have an email where I blatantly asked if I'd have to pay twice and she never answered me. She just re-quoted the price. I know it would be a long shot buy gotta try. I would definitely say that if you go them for $5 that a GREAT deal. Mine were still $12 and she wouldn't budge on that. I hadn't gotten my TA involved because it wasn't that big of a deal for me. Figured I'd use negotiating power for stuff I can't live without. I have her email address if you need it Amanda. Amy, you guys really are having 3 weddings!! Jealous!!! I've never been to either one, but my TA raved about AS and just didn't really have anything bad to say about DRC. Her enthusiasm sealed the deal for me. Isn't there a cake place in Austin that's on Amazing Wedding Cakes? Not sure if they're wayyy overpriced, but I want to help and that's all I got. I bought their shoes, flip flops for after the ceremony, jewelry for the ceremony, going to pay to get their makeup done and going to make them shirts when I come up with a good idea for them. I feel like I should do more, but don't have any really good ideas yet. Check out The Knot Shop. They usually have good sales. Tiffany jewelry sounds great but expensive. Maybe you can check out the clearance section at a really nice jewelry store in your area. Sometimes they have really nice options. You can always re-sell the dress if you don't want to use it as a TTD, but just like AmyB said....don't settle. I think the chairs will work out for you!!! I can't believe you already have your BM's gifts. Wow I a behind! Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb girl! you need to slow down! you're making me feel very behind! I know, I am getting married in 50 days and still have a lot more than that to do! Quote: Originally Posted by bigboponthebeach Hey Lindz! I pm'ed you my email addy. Sorry, I've been MIA. Thank you soooooo much in advance!!! Also, I LOVE your photos! Very chic and romantic! What a lifetime treat! :-) Thanks girly! Good luck with email. Keep me posted! Quote: Originally Posted by dstinationdrmr So, I'm gonna try this again. These are the centerpieces my mom and I have been working on. Let me know what you think. Putting it in a Word doc was the only way I could make them fit. Attachment 5147 BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!! Quote: Originally Posted by dstinationdrmr Lindz, Really cute pics and I like the movie you put together. Good job!! Oh, and I wanted to tell you I'm going stay @ The Roosevelt this weekend. I can't wait!! AHHHH! You will love it!!! Let me know how it goes. The restaurant in there and the bar Sazerac are really cool too! The rooms are so vintagy and chic! Quote: Originally Posted by taylorwd Thanks for all the props on the banner ladies!! Lindz, excellent job on your slideshow!! I love your choice in music. We got down to Ain't Life Grand at my wedding Like I said, Panic is FI's fav band. He wants us to dance to Walkin. We will see! I do like the song...and the lyrics are sweet. It would be different, that's for sure! Quote: Originally Posted by jazz04 Does anyone have a wedding page that you have created that I could look at. I know there are free sites but need some suggestions. www.lutznlindz.com I used weddingwindow.com. It is not free, but it is awesome! Quote: Originally Posted by gingerlover36 Hey ladies...don't have much time to talk...I wrote a super long post yesterday but then I got signed out and lost it. Basically it was a complaining email so I sort of glad I didn't post. But I am dealing with a bit of a situation right now. My TA called FI yesterday and told him that the hotel (Azul Beach) is sold out the week of our wedding. I still have atleast 15 guests who have not booked. 2 of them are my aunt and cousin (the only extended family I have coming). I am so angry at them, the resort for not alerting my TA when the hotel was close to capacity and my TA for not finding out it was filling up as she promised she would. I was fighting back tears at work yesterday (right before a meeting - super) b/c I am so emotional over my family - majority isn't coming and the ones i thought i could count on couldn't put a $100 deposit down. I just feel so let down by family/hotel/TA. Long story short my FI completely lost it on TA (who has been on vacation/out of country twice since signing contract) which he brought up and questioned if the hotel told her but she was out of town. She supposedly has been in talks with the owner of the hotel to see if we can get 3 rooms...no clue as to where they are pulling them from or if they can even get them. I also just wrote a very "stern" email to my WC who hasn't responded to an email from me in over 2 1/2 weeks letting her know how disappointed I am. I don't want to be a crazy bride but I just feel that we should have known the hotel was filling up if they promised they would tell us! Grrr...ok sorry to start the day off on a sour note. WAAAAAA (said like snookie from jersey shore) It will all work out. I promise! Just stay on top of these people and make as many calls as you can AND get everything in WRITING!!!!! I promise, it will be ok!!

ok, I just multi quoted ALL of your responses. And of course it messed up. Running out the door, but will be back on after lunch to give my 2 cents on everything. Have a great day everyone!

Ok, here is an update on our to do's...Have I left anyone out? STARTING Monday, June 14, 2010 ENDING Sunday, June 27, 2010 We will check in with what is done either as it’s done or every other Friday and start a new list! The futuremrslutz's (Lindsey) To Do's: 1) Book flights to Cancun (they keep going up and down...guess we just need to book and take the risk) 2) Assemble and mail invites (these will go out by Wednesday) 3) Order OOT stuff 4) Book Vegas Wedding (Ryan is handling the entire weekend, except the actual wedding part...I will handle this.) 5) Bachelorette Party Favors 6) Order linens, candles, chair ties (already ordered samples), etc 7) Book DJ 8 ) Finalize Thursday night party 9) Create Mock table set up with pics for the reception 10) Update website 11) Decide on vowels 12) Order rose petals for the isle 13) Order garter, hair accessory, jewelry, etc 14) Bridesmaids/groomsmen gifts Taylorwd's new To Dos 1. Find new baker 2. Make a site visit to the party barge 3. Finish playlist 4. Delegate barge setup 5. Find extra coolers and trashcans 6. Resew missing buttons on wedding dress 7. Exchange/Return decorations AmandaMarieB’s To Do’s: - Register (hopefully today and yes I realize we are very behind on this)- DONE!!! - Order fiance's wedding band - Recieve and sign photog contract- DONE - Request rates for a BD shoot (Chris Schmidt?) - Work-out - Begin Qt Extreme Cleanse -Order gold bags for rose petals - Follow up on quote for real touch flowers and possibly order blume boxes -DECIDED ON REAL FLOWERS - Make sure photo booth stand will work - Find images and begin mock-up of post-cards using for guest book - Send mom guest list so she can keep track of RSVP cards -DONE -Begin searching for table card holders that will fit the polaroid-type photos from the photo booth -Receieve suit swatch samples and email groomsmen to order (assuming we like the swatches) - FI WANTS TO HANDLE -Start thinking baout hair and make-up -Start writing ceremony -Figure out DJ -Revise flower choices and figure out centerpeices -Order postcards from VistaPrint while they have the 100 free promotion -Email FI's dad about helping with cake topper -Send revisions/additions to the cocktail menu Kittenheart (Amy)’s To Do’s: Book room for someone Go get fun stuff @ Party City Receive invites and stamps, mail out ASAP Decide on flowers, purch or not Receive cupcake papers & toppers & buy cupcake stand Receive DH's bowtie & suspenders Order cupcakes Order things on sticks Go food shopping at Costco for snacks and booze for MOH to bring Pull out cash for transportation Create guest list to give to Skyloft peeps Have MOH email boys to get tacky suits Decide on hair and makeup and get photos for hair/makeup chick artist Get jars for flowers Buy sunglasses, necklaces etc for peeps Have DH get cigars Have twin make iPod playlist Meredith's new list 1. Insure my ring 2. Cocktail party decor 3. Follow up on invites 4. Work on AHR 5. Come up with ideas for BM's shirts 6. Decide on menu for reception 7. Get thread for welcome bag monograms Daniepps To Do’s 1. Buy tiara 2. Find and buy comb/barette 3. Find and buy jewelry 4. Find and buy bridesmaids jewelry 5. Get heels on shoes cut down-DONE 6. Make reception playlist-DONE 7. Buy placecard holders 8. Print menus and placecards 9. Buy unity sand set 10. Order programs-DONE 11. Decide what to do for centerpieces 12. Order paper lanters 13. Order bridal party t-shirts 14. Buy OOT bags and contents 15. Order reception favors 16. Order ceremony stuff- bubbles/tissues/rose petals 17. Pay for Ty's wedding band 18. Finalize ceremony script-DONE

Sorry, I must have moved some of the pictures...here they are again for anybody needing ideas...Like I said, it's this gorgeous pearlescent paper, so you cannot get the full effect. If you want to see more pictures, let me know, and I will try to post better ones.

I bought their shoes, flip flops for after the ceremony, jewelry for the ceremony, going to pay to get their makeup done and going to make them shirts when I come up with a good idea for them. I feel like I should do more, but don't have any really good ideas yet. Check out The Knot Shop. They usually have good sales. Tiffany jewelry sounds great but expensive. Maybe you can check out the clearance section at a really nice jewelry store in your area. Sometimes they have really nice options. Great idea about the chairs!! I think it will work!!! Also, LOVE your bridesmaids gifts!!! Quote: Originally Posted by bigboponthebeach Hey Lindz! I pm'ed you my email addy. Sorry, I've been MIA. Thank you soooooo much in advance!!! Also, I LOVE your photos! Very chic and romantic! What a lifetime treat! :-) Thanks girl!!! Good luck with the email! Quote: Originally Posted by dstinationdrmr So, I'm gonna try this again. These are the centerpieces my mom and I have been working on. Let me know what you think. Putting it in a Word doc was the only way I could make them fit. Attachment 5147 UMMM those are PRECIOUS!!! great idea!! Quote: Originally Posted by dstinationdrmr Lindz, Really cute pics and I like the movie you put together. Good job!! Oh, and I wanted to tell you I'm going stay @ The Roosevelt this weekend. I can't wait!! Oh awesome!!! You will LOVE the rooms!! So vintage and chic!!!!!! Thanks for the compliment Quote: Originally Posted by taylorwd Thanks for all the props on the banner ladies!! Lindz, excellent job on your slideshow!! I love your choice in music. We got down to Ain't Life Grand at my wedding haha Love it!! Like I said earlier, it's Ryan's fav band. He wants us to dance to Walkin'. We'll see! haha But it is kind one of our songs. It always comes on the radio or ipod when we are together and we always see weird references together. And the lyrics are sweet Quote: Originally Posted by jazz04 Does anyone have a wedding page that you have created that I could look at. I know there are free sites but need some suggestions. www.lutznlindz.com I used Wedding Window. You have to pay for it, but it is great!! Quote: Originally Posted by lolo Hello Ladies It has been awhile since I've been here. CONGRATULATIONS!!!! to all you ladies that have gotten married. Kittenheart, you are having another wedding Lucky girl, how did you pull that off. I am trying to find your link to pics but I have been searching and cannot find it. i would love to see your pics. I put up a few pics from our wedding and a couple "naughty" ones I have to figure out how to make a small album that people can access. We have over 1000 pics. Working on getting a slideshow. I am happy to read that there has been some beautiful weddings....I want to do it all over again. BEAUTIFUL pics!! Good to hear from you! Quote: Originally Posted by lolo GORGEOUS! Quote: Originally Posted by gingerlover36 Hey ladies...don't have much time to talk...I wrote a super long post yesterday but then I got signed out and lost it. Basically it was a complaining email so I sort of glad I didn't post. But I am dealing with a bit of a situation right now. My TA called FI yesterday and told him that the hotel (Azul Beach) is sold out the week of our wedding. I still have atleast 15 guests who have not booked. 2 of them are my aunt and cousin (the only extended family I have coming). I am so angry at them, the resort for not alerting my TA when the hotel was close to capacity and my TA for not finding out it was filling up as she promised she would. I was fighting back tears at work yesterday (right before a meeting - super) b/c I am so emotional over my family - majority isn't coming and the ones i thought i could count on couldn't put a $100 deposit down. I just feel so let down by family/hotel/TA. Long story short my FI completely lost it on TA (who has been on vacation/out of country twice since signing contract) which he brought up and questioned if the hotel told her but she was out of town. She supposedly has been in talks with the owner of the hotel to see if we can get 3 rooms...no clue as to where they are pulling them from or if they can even get them. I also just wrote a very "stern" email to my WC who hasn't responded to an email from me in over 2 1/2 weeks letting her know how disappointed I am. I don't want to be a crazy bride but I just feel that we should have known the hotel was filling up if they promised they would tell us! Grrr...ok sorry to start the day off on a sour note. WAAAAAA (said like snookie from jersey shore) Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Meghan - The SAME thing happened to me at my wedding. Is your TA working with a Tour Operator? Let me tell you - the Karisma resorts reservation systems are STUPID AS F***!!! They do not know how many rooms are taken. They sell blocks to Tour Operators and keep some for their own reservations so while it looks like they are fully booked, there are rooms empty. My Step Mother who speaks Spanish fluently had an hour conversation with a representative of the resort's owners (they own Karisma & Desire - 7 resorts total) and told them how stupid this whole situation was. I even found a bride on this Forum that released 10 rooms at Azul beach that week (moved to AS b/c of the resort being too small) and they STILL told me they were in an over sold position and I could not have those 4 rooms. We got to the hotel and it was EMPTY!!! Ok, not empty - but maybe 70% capacity. I don't know what to tell you but I can tell you what I did and you can try this stuff. 1st of all - I called all of the other Tour Operators - FunJet, Travel Impressions, and the hotel reservations directly. Your TA might have other ones she can call too. They were showing all sold out. Even the Villa was booked. NO ONE was in the Villa the week we were there! 2nd - The hotel was booked the Friday & Saturday nights. So, all of my guests who booked too late (4 rooms of guests) - got split reservations. For example, they booked Azul Beach Monday to Friday, Azul Sensatori Friday - Sunday, and Azul Beach Sunday - Monday. I know it seems ridiculous but I wanted them with us as much as possible. 3rd - we got to the hotel and after meeting with the concierge, front desk, and the American Express/Travel Impressions representative, they were able to confirm the rooms were available for the guests to stay at AB. Then they had to transfer the reservations. This was all very touch and go. They have to do a lot of phone calls and dumb crap, but it got done in the end. I know that is not ideal, but in the end it all worked out. I am sure it will for you too. If you want me to call you to talk more about what happened and what we did, PM me your phone number. I feel for you babe! Yes, listen to AmyB!! She was able to get it all worked out. Do not give up yet!!!! It's just a little stressful situation to deal with for the time being, but it will come together. We are here for you!

Thanks girls!!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by taylorwd Fantastic!!! How could you NOT be super stoked about that?! Oh fun!! When's your Vegas wedding? We are staying at Le Blanc from Wednesday to Wednesday, then flying to Cancun that Wednesday morning. So, we are kind of treating it like a mini honeymoon/legal wedding. Ryan is planning everything except the actual wedding. We are such foodies, so he is getting us reservations at all these fab restaurants. The wedding will be Friday. We will go out to dinner, have the limo (or pink cadi) pick us up, and take us to the wedding chapel. hahaha Then we will go out afterwards. My brother and his gf are going, and maybe 1 other couple. I am still debating on which "theme" I want to do, but it is going to be HYSTERICAL!!! Dueling Elvis's, Blue Hawaii, Pink Cadillac, etc are all SO funny. I really cannot wait!!!

Bigbop-What is your email address? What happened to Chong? Why was she banned?

Quote: Originally Posted by taylorwd Yup, our AHR is on the 26th. We're taking everyone out on a party barge on Lake Travis. What else is there to do in Texas in the summer besides swim! I think I remember you mentioning a few months ago that you might move to Austin after your wedding. Cool! Funny, I've come across quite a few people lately who have moved to Austin from LA, wanting cheaper prices and a break from the West Coast. Hit MQ for each quote you want to include. When you're at the last one you want, hit Quote. Oh how nice of your mom! Whew, what a relief Well welcome! Are you here all weekend or just today? I don't think I realized you live in Houston. Come all you potential Austinites, move here! LOL I'm so jealous of the larger cities (like Dallas/FW, Chicago, Jersey/NYC brides) and their BDW meetups! So far there's only one other Austin bride on here that I know of. I'm on a mission to recruit more! I LOVE Lake Travis!!! And Austin!!! Such a cool town Quote: Originally Posted by bigboponthebeach Hey Lindz......would you mind sending me that email We are sending out out STD's this month and I'd like to be able to convey to people in detail the signifigance of booking early. I would so appreciate it...... Yep, I will send you girls the email right now. Did you PM me your email address? Quote: Originally Posted by bigboponthebeach Mornin' Ladies!!!! Just stopping in to say hello to you all and to wish you all a wonderful weekend of planning and task - doing! ;-) I was checking in on you guys via the last few pages and it sounds like everyone is in full progress mode. I was able to get reassigned to a new DW.com TA, Karilyn Barnett, and I freakin' LOVE her already!!!! We spent two hours on the phone the other night and she has revived my enthusiam about the wedding and the AS. My previous TA was gracious enough to send a "best wishes to you" email to us, which was kind, yet akward. Anywho, we are moving along and I've got an alchemy out on etsy for our STD's. I am actually feeling behind the curve ball, because we officially have less than 12 months left, but it is what it is........ Anyway, I just wanted to stop in and say hello and wish you all a fantastic weekend!!! xoxoxo That's such great news!!! Hiring my TA Wendy Hicks was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Such a relief to have someone so helpful. Seriously girls, if anyone has a TA that is more of a stress for you rather than a resource, you should look into finding someone more helpful! Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Glad you got a good TA. They will make things easier for you. I just decided on a Honeymoon location! We are staying at the Excellence Playa Mujeres Aug 28-Sept 4. It looks so awesome. Secrets Maroma was about the same price, and thats where I thought I would go, but I really fell in love with the Excellence. I am using a friend's TA who is great, so much better than my crazy wedding lady. She said any sale any drop in price we will get, no need to rebook or anything. Have a great weekend everyone! I will be working on my planning thread this weekend. I need to do it now or else I will just forget everything! AHHHHH that resort is FABULOUS! My friend just got married there! Quote: Originally Posted by meghan Oh my goodness, there has been so much chit chat I have missed in the passed 2 days! You girls have been busy! Yes, I am next! I can't believe I leave in 2 weeks!!!! I do not even have everything done, and I am starting to stress! I have my bachelorette party tonight, which will be good, cuz I need some stress relieved! I have report cards to finish right now, as well as finishing last minute wedding stuff. I can't believe after 2 years I am only 2 weeks away! I always emailed...never called, and I found emailing was fine. can't wait to look at your pics, but I am heading out right now for my bachelorette party...I know you look gorgeous anyway! SO glad it is working out!! You don't need any of that unnecessary stress! BTW all your photos are so gorgeous! I hope you had soooooo much fun!! And 2 weeks?!?!? I can't even imagine was that feels like...SO awesome!!!! Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb That's what I was worried about. I guess I'll just book them for the ceremony and try my darndest to get them to move to the reception. I just gannot pay 1500+ for chairs. FI would die!!! I know, I feel the same way. But then again. AS is so not willing to budge when it comes to money, I'm not really all that surprised. Please keep me posted on your head way them and I'll do the same! My thought exactly. I'm booking them for the ceremony and will totally bribe to have them moved. Thanks for the advice! I think these resorts rent those chairs from an outside company. Maybe they own the chairs for the wedding, but have to order more for the reception? Who knows! How much are they charging you for the chairs? Maybe you can try to talk them down on the price if they will not move them for you. I think I am renting my silver chiavari chairs for $5 per chair. Surely they can help you on the price. $1500 is ridiculous!!!!!