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Quote: Originally Posted by msmarmar123 Don't you love when people think you're younger? No I hate it!! I get this ALL.THE.TIME. Quote: Originally Posted by thefuturemrslutz Has anyone heard anything about the mac in cancun? No, but that's an awesome idea. I'd definitely look into it Quote: Originally Posted by Ms.H I have Carolina too, how are you finding her? How long does it take before you hear back from her? So far, Carolina has been super thorough and quick to respond. Sometimes, she responds within minutes! Quote: Originally Posted by *lyndsey* now there is around £800 extra to be paid as it messes up the rooms. my fiance & I will end up having to pay this i feel stressed out & my weddings not even confirmed! ahhhhh lynds x Sorry to hear about this!

I LOVE this thread... too funny!

I'm 5' and petite. I went shopping today and I must admit I had a hard time imagining how the dresses would actually look with all the clips... I bought a dress at the Brides Against Breast Cancer Charity (size 4) but I'm definitely having thoughts. Like Murmel said, a good seamstress is essential! Quote: Originally Posted by murmel I am 5'3" and bought a normal dress. My seamstress will just have to alter it to be shorter, but she says it will not be a problem. As for dress shopping it can be hard, but just take your time and be open to trying on things you would normally not think about trying. What I had imagined wearing and what I ended up buying are very different. But I love my dress! (Be note the lovely model wearing the dress is very tall...I am not LOL...unless I stand on a box!) http://72.232.198.18/manufcols/prono...om/Deseo_B.jpg http://72.232.198.18/manufcols/prono...om/Deseo_A.jpg http://72.232.198.18/manufcols/prono...om/Deseo_C.jpg Beautiful Dress, I'm sure you will look fab in it

Quote: Originally Posted by Natie1971 I think my worst gift ever came from my ex-MIL, in my fourth month of pregnancy, I received a "Thinking of you" card, with a membership to Weightwatchers!!! My hormones were running wild, you can just imagine how well that went. At least I can laugh about it now. LOL that is priceless...

It's going to be incredible!! Islamorada is beautiful

Quote: Originally Posted by murmel And I'm a junior member! Congrats! Quote: Originally Posted by gingerlover36 PS my FI told me today that he hated the color combo I have been doing. Thanks love for this tidbit that would have been helpful when i showed you the color board 2 months ago! I luckily haven't done much but did have everything envisioned a specific way and got samples of invites and stuff like that. LOL this is something my FI would do... Hope it didn't set you back too much Quote: Originally Posted by ~Nicole~ Anyone else who needs to be added or removed PLEASE PM ME!!! Thanks! I sent you a PM! Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart A friend of mine attending the wedding happened to be my hairstylist and she did my trial and hair style for free. I did my own makeup, got a lesson and bought stuff from Bobbi Brown and loved it. I cried like a baby and nothing moved, all night long, everything stayed in place. Your make up looked flawless!! I'll definitely be asking you for tips as the day gets closer!

MsMarmar baby g is too cute! I was thinking of doing my own make-up too, thanks for all the tips!

Ughhh I'm having this problem too! Can you girls share what dress/designer you found that looks good on you?

Thanks to everyone for their photographer recommendations!! Quote: Originally Posted by MaggieandJay I am having my east coast Bachlorette in Philly! I am doing 2 so that all my Northern girls don't have to fly down here and my southern girls don't have to fly up there. So technically I get 2 Yah for me How fun!!! Quote: Originally Posted by thefuturemrslutz I am getting chills thinking about it too!!! Ahh, we are so excited!!! Thank you for being so excited for us! haha And thanks for the recommendations! I didn't even look at photogs in Mexico,because I am flying mine in. BUT i have heard Elizabeth Medina is AH_MAY_ZING! You must be getting so excited!! I've heard she is incredible too, I'll definitely contact her but think she os out of our price range. Although, photography is super important... Hmm.... Quote: Originally Posted by ~Nicole~ Hi ladies! How's everyone's planning going? Hope none of you are driving yourselves crazy!!!! Wondering if you ladies can help me out? I'm in a photocontest. To win you have to get the most votes on fb. Here's the link: Moments that Matter Photography's Photos - 2010 $100 Favorite Photo Contest | Facebook. Click like on my pic (Nicole & Curt). Or if you don't like it, don't vote for me!!! Thanks ladies!!! xoxo Your pic is fabulous!!! I tried to "like" but the link is gone! Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart Otherwise you can check him out Chris Schmitt Chris Schmitt Photography | Intro if you mention you know me, he’ll hook you up! We’ve become friends since working together, he’s an amazing guy and hugely talented. He’s shot a few of us BDW brides actually and already has been to AS twice! I LOVED your wedding pics, thanks for the recommendation! I'd love to see your Vegas pics too! [email protected] Quote: Originally Posted by ~Nicole~ As much as I complained about DH not being involved in any of the wedding plans, I would have gone crazy if it were the other way and he was in my face with his opinion all the time. QUOTE] I agree, I can’t complain too much, he would have driven me INSANE if he ever argued with what I wanted to tried to push in his own creative side… yeah no. Liked your photographer & your photo! I hope you win!!! LMAO you are too funny! Quote: Originally Posted by beaz2be Argh! I'm so frustrated (sorry if this is a bit of a rant). I've been going back and forth with Carolina about what wedding package we would qualify for, as well as promotions (since you ladies all mentioned the bride & groom stay free). So, she sends me the link. But it's only for USA brides. (I'm Canadian and although my fiance is American he lives here in Vancouver w/ me - but 1/2 our guests are coming from the USA... so I don't understand if we could still qualify). So... she sends me the link to Canadian promotions. And there's a GREAT Canadian bride & groom stay free promotion - - it applies to every Karisma hotel EXCEPT AS!!! aaaargh. I'm hoping that we might be able to negotiate out some kind of combo of the two promotions or something?!? Anyone around here had any luck with their negotiations with the WC's at Karisma? I just want what I think is fair - since it seems to be offered to almost every other bride. And I'm in kind of a bizarre situation with the Canadian/American stuff. Suggestions anyone? TIA So sorry to hear this! Hope you get it all worked out. Quote: Originally Posted by murmel We looked into booking them as well, only to find out they were banned. Anyway a couple of the other ones we looked at: 1) momentsthatmatterphotography 2) cancunstudios 3) claudia photo We ended up finding someone locally in Toronto, who we are flying down with us. His name is Taylor Jackson, and I am loving his work. I know that when we discussed not using the resort photographers, we were told it would be $500US, and it had to be an approved photographer. Or someone who was staying at resort (although they did not provide how long that person might have to be staying.) I was told by my WC that they either had to pay the outside vendor fee ($500) or stay three nights. I figured the vendor fee would end up being less, so I was trying to look for Mexican photogs, however, if I really like someone I'll definitely be willing to fly them down! I think we would be able to use Claudia without the vendor fee, so I am seriously considering her! Quote: Originally Posted by chong By the way... I had a very long and exciting day. I had few of my girlfriends over at my place and we packed OOT bag, put ribbons on stuff, cut tags and made some props! I am so thankful that they were willing to help doing some of the tedious work for only food and drinks! and.. of course for a good time. I feel like I am getting so close to the wedding. I cannot wait till I am done planning! One of the things we made was the fake mustache and lips as props for our guest picture book. It was so much fun!!! FYI - I have reached the junior status!!! Horay!!!! Awesome!! And the mustaches look great Quote: Originally Posted by dstinationdrmr Do any of you ladies have recommendations for wording for our invites. They're a little formal so I'm thinking the wording should be formal too? Let me know what you think. A Little Bling Wedding Invitation by LesliesCardart on Etsy[]=tags&includes[]=title Love the invites Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Linz, you are so on a roll girl! Your invites and pre-mailer were amazing. Good work! I cant wait to see how cute everything else is for your wedding! Glad everyone who hasn't heard of it is going to try Old Bay. I love it on baked potatoes and chicken too. I've found it in NC, MA, and now Bermuda so I am sure New Orleans has it somewhere! Its the best on shrimp too - I even add it to tuna salad. :-) I keep checking Claudia's website for my pro pics and still nothing - its been over 7 weeks - I am dying to see my slide show & wanted to show it to everyone this Saturday at the AHR. I hope you get them in time! Maybe if you email her and let her know you wanted to show them off she'll expedite the process!

Quote: Originally Posted by thefuturemrslutz In case you are interested...my pre-travel mailers... http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...mailers-61643/ They look incredible! Wow ladies so much to catch up on....

This advice is fantastic! Thanks!!!!

Ladies I need some advice! I had contacted Del Sol about to be our Photographers, but just received an email that they do not accept bookings at Karisma Hotels. I'm super disappointed... Anyone have any photographer recs with a similar style? More photojournalistic I guess, rather than the more traditional approach? TIA

Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb Thanks ladies....well here it goes. Let me know what you think: I like the 1st one better but we'll probably use the second for chapsticks and things like that. These turned out beautifully! Great job

Quote: Originally Posted by bigboponthebeach I'm right there with you! I'll be eligible for retirement when I turn 46 and I'm already pondering the courses I will be taking in photography and graphic design! I plan to go back and get another degree and possibly even go to law school to do pro bono work for abused women. It's really sad that I am already thinking of retirement, but it is honestly the only thing that gets me through some days. :-) Cool profession! Nurses are valuable assets to the world! Seems like moreso that Doctors sometimes. :-) We are also going to shoot for the beach reception, but I haven't been able to see any photos yet and I have alot of curiosities about how it would all play out. And thanks for the kind words, it will/shall all work out. Oh and last thing, lime green it is!!! :-) Geez, at the expense of cheering Maggie up, you all are starting to make me feel bad about the Memorial Day weekend. Hurricane talk, cheaper flights, better prices.....Debbie Downer here. LOL Bop, would LOVE to take courses in photography and graphic design... But for now I'm trying to get enough motivation to start my Masters I appreciate your view on Nursing! I am really proud of my profession, although a lot of times I wish I had a more flexible/artistic sort of job! I'm pretty sure I saw a few pictures of a beach reception at AS somewhere. If I find them, I'll definitely let you know! Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb I leave tomorrow night on a red eye to Baltimore. Heading home for a weekend full of activities including my son's 1st birthday party and my bridal shower brunch. Should be a lot of fun but I am already dreading all that travel and all the events in just 3 days. Wish me luck. Have fun!! We are planning my son's first bday too, and I CANNOT believe he is almost a toddler Quote: Originally Posted by beaz2be Ok ladies here's a question for you. I'm obviously emailing Carolina (our WC) to try and find this out too but just in case any of you have any knowledge on it: We're looking at the new wedding packages. We had the Pearl Package, but now are considering between the New Pearl and the Free Sweet Wedding Package. Seems to me the Free package includes MORE than the paid for pearl package. It has the amenities of the Honeymoon package too. BUT.... I don't understand what the requirements are to qualify for it. Specifically it says: "Valid in Canada, USA and reservations booked at published rates only" Does this mean you have to book DIRECTLY through AS? I'm going to have my TA follow up too if need be as well to see if I qualify. If not, I guess we stick with Pearl. The other thing is that they don't clearly specify on either package how many chairs are provided. The Pearl package only says "maximum group capacity and restaurant restrictions ...AZS - 40 people - Spoon Restaurant" Does this mean that maximum 40 chairs are included? That ROXX if I'm correct. Wasn't it like 12 before? Okay, sorry so long. Any insight is appreciated. Again, I'm going to find out from Carolina as well, so if anyone is curious to have official answers I'll pass them on I have Carolina too, I'll let you know if I get any more info Quote: Originally Posted by msmarmar123 I just got an email from Kiara about an hour ago...deposit is processed...wedding confirmed..all wedding info sent to me...Now I get to start planning a wedding Yay!! Congrats!

Thank you all so much for sharing! I was hoping to keep my budget around 8-10k, not sure of that will happen. The photographer is REALLY important to me! This thread is so helpful, thanks again!

Awesome review! Thanks sooo much for posting. Your wedding looked amazing

Thanks for this list!! I just contacted Del Sol... here's to hoping I can afford them

Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart That's awesome! Aww wow, you're a busy girl! Super cute, love it, great turnout and totally economical! Thank you! Your wedding was GORGEOUS by the way...

Thanks to everyone for comments on my save-the-dates, you made me blush:embarrass: I actually downloaded the template from The Wedding Chicks Blog for FREE!!! They have free personalized downloads and DIY stuff, and their website is so cute. I ordered the STDs from Vistaprint.com after signing up for their emails like the ladies on BDW recommended and only paid $5 to download the template and shipping. I got 100 post cards for free! We wrote a cute message on the back, and sent them out without envelopes like regular postcards.

Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart I know you B2B's don't want to stray from wedding talk but if you don't mind indulging me, what do you all do for work? I'm a Critical Care Nurse, I work nightshift and have a different schedule every week, which is why I have a hard time keeping up with this thread regularly! I also have an almost-one-year-old son! Quote: Originally Posted by gingerlover36 That was going to be next post. So after a crazy 2 weeks and investigating close to 15-20 hotels and analyzing their wedding menu/packages, reviews, etc. I decided....to stay at Azul Beach! Yay!! Glad you got it all figured out Quote: Originally Posted by thefuturemrslutz I am getting married at Le Blanc in 3 weeks! AHHH so I will let you know. Soooo exciting! Quote: Originally Posted by dstinationdrmr I requested the same thing but was told that the sky deck was for wedding ceremonies only. I would still ask if I were you, maybe they'll tell you something different. We decided to do our reception on the beach, but thanks for the advice Quote: Originally Posted by bigboponthebeach Thanks Lindz! I've got no choice but to put on my big girl panties and suck it up. But as for your color suggestions, I love the concept of intergrating lime green, so I'm going for it! I'll give it a try and let you all know how it come out! : Lime green will look great! So sorry you are going through this with your mom, but I think you are handling it beautifully! Quote: Originally Posted by MaggieandJay OK Ladies I NEED TO VENT! Deep Breath Long story short - I had reserved thru Cecila May 30th for my date but not put down the $200. My TA and FMIL were going back and forth between 2 resorts AS and The Royal Cancun. Unfortunately when you accept other people's $$ towards paying for the wedding you have to play nice and my FMIL being a former TA wanted to make sure we got the best deal. (She really did get us an awesome rate). Well for one reason or another that I do not know nor care at this point. All the dates for Memorial Day Weekend and the weekend before are now booked for AS. I lost the 30th. Cecila is gone. This all went down this morning. I had a minor freakout (possibly due to the fact that I am control freak and felt like things were out of control). After calming down, talking to the FI, Talking to my mom, talking FMIL I have a new WC (Faye) New wedding date (May 15th 2011) and feel back to normal. I really wanted May 30th but oh well. This morning was basically throw money at the 15th and see if it sticks. I will know for 100% sure in 24 hours. My FMIL and TA got Fabio on a call and basically got it done. AS was really understanding of my problem but booked is booked. It's our own fault for not putting the $200 down in the first place. WHEW - Thanks! I just had to get it all out and type it to feel better. NOTE: Ladies of Memorial Day weekend 2011 - I am sad we won't get to do that shot together. Also a word of warning. According to Fabio and Faye Thursday May 26th - Mon May 30th are BOOKED Solid with brides. They also said that there were some big groups. I would make sure your TA's and guest know that resort is going to be full that weekend and it's probably a good idea for guests to book ASAP. Again I am hearing this 3rd hand from my TA but might be something to be aware of. Is Anyone else getting married on the weekend of May 13 - 15 2011? Thanks for letting me get that all out. Good news I am offically (in 24hours when they email me confirmation) A Paying AS BRIDE!!!! YEAH! I am so excited! I really think everything happens for a reason, congrats on the OFFICIAL date!!

I just wanted to add that I LOVE the Old Bay favors

Quote: Originally Posted by daniepps The password is Danielle Everything looks awesome, thanks for sharing!

OMG ladies... I haven't been on in a few weeks and missed sooo much! There is way too much to comment on, it took me hours (literally) to read through so many pages! Congrats to Meghan, I'm glad everything turned out ok! Welcome to all of the new AS brides (I"m really new myself ) Bigbop, I think we're in similar stages of planning... I sent out my STDs, too! Still trying to decide on the reception site, although we are having the ceremony on the sky deck on May 6, 2011 at 6 pm. It says something about a lounge area with modular seating, does anyone know if we can have the reception there? I'm going to try and post a pic of our STDs below! The color is not exact because of the bad lighting, but you get the idea. This may look better:

Sorry I don't have a veil but I just wanted to say your hair is gorgeous!!

Do you have any pictures available?