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Yeah, I'm with Cristine. I don't know my way around the shore to much but if that's were majority of you girls wanna meet, maybe Cristine, Eliana, and I can carpool! lol

Hey Dove, Welcome! Being a MOH is so exciting and you're already ahead of the pack by doing your research. I'm sure you'll make your sis's day extra special. And no, I don't think it's against the rules if you're not a bride. LOL. You should however make a post in the "newbie" section introducing yourself to everyone. I think that is in the rule book somewhere. Good luck with everything and happy planning!

Can you please email me pics: [email protected] I have plenty but if they're really cute, I'll buy more. LOL Thanks.

Very Beautiful. Great camera too!

HEYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY Jersey Girls (new and old) I'm down for a meeting on June 12th! Let's set this plan into motion.

Hey Laura Welcome and congrats on your engagement. It's information overload on this site so I'm sure you'll find it super helpful. Happy Planning.

Great job Susan. The pictures look wonderful. I <3 the sunset ones especially.

Quote: Originally Posted by taylorwd Our budget is for 28 guests and includes everything we're spending related to the wedding: hotel/travel, wedding and reception, invitations, attire, rings, guest expenses, etc. Our grand total is $15,000 We had initially hoped for 10K but once we started the process we realized that would be impossible! The cost of the actual wedding and reception is quite cheap--it's everything else. Now granted, we did choose a 5-star resort, our bringing a photog from the States, and are paying for a sailing trip for our guests...all expensive choices! Resort Wedding Costs: Ceremony (including flowers): $1120 Reception: $1320 Hair/Makeup: $375 Travel Hotel/Air/Transport for 10 days: $4170 Photography/Video: $3260 Stationary Invitations, STD's, Programs, Thank You's: $178 Our Attire Dress: $1300 FI's attire: $250 FI's ring: $330 Everything else (veil, jewelry, alterations, etc): $470 Guest Expenses: $2186 (We taking our guests sailing as well as paying for a guest's travel. This also includes gifts.) Misc Stuff: $392 Although I haven't actually sat down to calculate, Taylor's budget looks VERY VERY much like mine. Same amount of guests and everything. I too was hoping to stay at around 10k until I realized that was kinda impossible. I think our end total will be between 12-15k. When I buy EVERYTHING else that I still need, I will post details. Good luck staying within budget ladies!

I would double check with your WC. I know that my resort only supplies us with white linens. If you'd like colored ones, you'd either need to bring them yourself or buy rent theirs (which ends up being more expensive than just buying your own) Just my 2 cents.

Very beautiful beachy dress! Good luck selling it. FYI Krista. it's a zipper back.

Hi D, Welcome fellow Jersey girl and congrats on the engagement. Be patient. Planning a destination wedding can be stressful. Just roll with the punches and strap on for the ride. Happy Planning.

Hey Marisa, Welcome to the forum and congrats on your engagment. You will soon find this website to become somewhat of an addiction. Come join us in the NJ Bride forum!

Glad to see I'm not alone Erin (such a relief) and like I posted on your other thread LOVE LOVE LOVE the planning thread. It's so simple and too the point but SO informative. I'm really excited to see your pics. I think everything is just going to look amazing.

Erin, LOVE LOVE LOVE you're planning thread. Happy Legal Day! I'm so freaking excited for you. Can't wait to hear all about your trip and big day when you get back. Have a blast. Thanks for all the info! Everything looks Fab!

Wow, you packed it with a lot of great things. They're really cool. Congrats.

Toya, I agree with Nat. Second dress is a slam dunk! It's gorg. Welcome back Elena. I missed you lol I myself have kinda hit a wall when it comes to planning. Does it make sense to say that I'm kinda getting tired of looking at wedding stuff ALL day online. I just want the day to come when I can marry my best friend and not worry about EVERY LITTLE detail. Soon! Soon! How is everyone else doing?

I love this idea. You are so crafty! You're girlfriends will love them I'm sure.

Hey Tara, Can you send me pics too please? [email protected] Thanks.

Oh Toya, You dress looks AMAZING. I totally love it. It has a very beachy romantic feel to it. And the green heels give it a great UMPH! Congrats on falling in love with your dress. P.S. You are sooooo tiny! lol

I really think it depends on the airline. Some of them actually consider your dress a "carry on" luggage and therefore, you'd only be able to carry that and your purse. I'd definitely check with your airline as I would hate to see you get stuck with unnecessary fees.

I like mint green and brown. Just my 2 cents. Good luck deciding.

Hey girlie! Welcome back and congrats on becoming a Mrs. Everything looks great.

Aw, I would need more than 24. Can you tell me where you bought them? Thanks.

Good luck with everything Elena. Have a blast! I'm sure things will turn out great. Can't wait to hear all the details when you get back!

Hey Tara, WELCOME BACK! Congrats on becoming a Mrs. Glad to hear you had a great time. What things went wrong? Maybe we can avoid the same thing happening to us. Got any teaser pics? Well, I'm sure you'll answer in due time. Your probably exhausted and still on cloud 9 from it all so relax, have a drink, and tell us all about it later. Thanks.