michellegirl

Originally Posted by ironman 

 

Where have you all found matching kids attire? We have a six year old boy in our wedding party and I was hoping to find him a vest and pants that will (as close as possible!) match my groom! Has anyone found any decent online stores for kids formal wear?

Hi Iron Man! We had two 6-year olds & one 9-year boy in our wedding. I found the two 6-year olds' Izod matching pants & vest in a set from Carsons (Bon-Ton/Bergner's/Boston Store/Younkers, etc.). Their outfits came in a complete set of pants/vest/shirt/tie, but we replaced the ties to coordinate with the rest of the wedding party. We chose black & it was easy to match. For the 9-year old, I found pants & a vest (set) at jcpenney.com. We purchased the white shirt & tie separately.

Izod, Nautica and Steve Harvey make adorable boys' vest sets. You can Google "boys vest sets" & look at the Shopping Results. Also, here is a nice selection @ Macys.com http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/nautica-kids-set-little-boys-4-piece-vest-set?ID=781364&cm_mmc=Google_Seasonal_PLA-_-PLA_General+PLA-_-13472309675__mkwid_YE14AvJk_13472309675%7C-%7CYE14AvJk&gclid=COKh7KiRpLkCFTHxOgodFBkAVA

For us, the "sets" were the way to go. They were so reasonably priced that we were able to pay for their outfits ourselves which we were happy about. We priced rental tuxes for the little boys & it was going to be around $100 each, which we felt was too much.

I hope this helps you out. I remember the stress of pulling it all together.

Oh...and here is a picture of my guys...(of course I'm biased), butI thought they looked so cute

Originally Posted by Jencakes21 

 

Hey Ladies,

 

For those of you who already married at the Dreams Resort... was a 3 hour reception long enough? Or did you purchase an additional hour to make it a 4 hour reception?

 

I have a small guest cound of 24 people

Hi Jencakes21! We purchased an additional hour for a 4-hour reception. We had a small group of 15 people, but our group likes to dance...so even at 4 hours, it felt like it ended too soon   We also had the DJ, and they keep the energy going, so that is probably a contributing factor, as well. Afterwards, a group of us changed & hung out for the rest of the night because we were having so much fun. Now, my SIL had a bit of a smaller group (11 ppl) at her wedding & used an iPod & did the 3-hours. She seemed fine with that. Why don't you ask the resort if you can decide that evening whether you want to extend...based on how the energy of the party is going?

Originally Posted by Melissa14 

 

Past brides... Was a tux too much for your groom for a beach wedding?

Hi Melissa14! My husband wore a tux for our wedding @ Dreams Cancun. We got married at the Gazebo but had our Reception on the beach. I was concerned he was going to melt wearing all that clothing, but he was certain that he wanted to wear a tux at his wedding. The temp was between 82 & 86 degrees, but in that location, there is a constant strong breeze. I was also concerned that a tux might look out-of-place in our wedding photos on the beach & by the water...but I was mistaken. Looking back at the photos now, I couldn't imagine him wearing anything other than the tux. And, if I'm 100% honest, I was completely against the idea but went along with what he wanted to wear to his wedding At the Reception, the guys took off their jackets & wore their vests & shirts...and eventually some took off their vests. I'm guessing they were hot, but nobody ever said anything. I just asked my husband if he was happy with his decision to wear a tux, and he said Yes. So, when you say, "too much", I'm not sure if you mean "too formal" or "too hot", but in either case, for "us", we were happy with the decision...

PS: The Groom, Best Man, & Father-of-the Bride wore full tuxes. Our 3 nephews (little boys) wore slacks, vest & tie. Also, if I remember correctly, the tux rental place provided an additional shirt in case the guys needed to change into a fresh shirt.

Chatal09: That veil is gorgeous on you! LOVE it!

-Michelle

Originally Posted by FutureMrsNamysl 

 

Our choice of a destination wedding is a little different then everyone else's.

We got engaged in July this summer, shortly after the engagement my fiancé had a horrible motorcycle accident which put him into the intensive care unit for a full month where I was just forced to hold my breath and wait. He miraculously overcame six surgeries and was able to walk out of the hospital 3 month after his accident. As of now he has about a year of rehabilitation and therapy to go through and we knew as soon as he is fully recovered we wanted to celebrate in a HUGE way. We decided on a destination wedding for us and our family because it will be a week long celebration of life together. After everything we have gone through it will be an amazing feeling to relax in paradise with family and friends we love.

Our first trip together was to Jamaica and thats also where we fell in love with the destination and each other. We set the date for April 2014 and pray he will be fully recovered by then

This is a picture of us in Jamaica a few years ago, and there other one is of us now.

 

God bless the two of you! You are an amazing girl! I wish you both many, many blessings and the most perfect "happily ever after"!!!!!

Originally Posted by Karen Krolicki 

 

Getting married May 11, 2013 in the gazebo, reception on the beach.  For everyone that doesnt know this, because I didn't... the light up dancefloor is extra and is not included in the package.  I guess I just assumed with all the pictures that it was part of the beach experience.  The floor was quoted for $700.00.   If you do not choose the fancy lighting.. they do offer a regular wooden one.  We opted to spend the extra money since it looks like it provides such a unique ambiance.  Just an FYI for all the brides! 

 

Congratulations, Karen! I got married at Dreams on May 11, 2012   It was a very special day! We may go back for our anniversary and perhaps we can see your wedding, too. BEST WISHES!!!  --Michelle

Originally Posted by LoveKiss 

 

Hi guys, I'm here at Dreams and ready for my wedding on Saturday. I watched someone getting married on Tuesday, the bridesmaids wore yellow. Was that one of you?

Oh, LoveKiss....as a May 11 Dreams Cancun Bride, I wish you the best wedding EVER!!!!!  Enjoy your special day and please let us know how it went   I'll be thinking about you on Saturday. I just know it will be beautiful!!!!

-Michelle

Originally Posted by jana297 

 I picked mine out when I got down there. she has a very large book and to be honest I was a little stressed about that vut clearly did not have to be at all. I am not a last minute girl at all. Claudia was unreal. She really pays attention to every detail for you and you will have nothing to worry about. I can't wait to show u ladies my cake too. It was beyond my dreams gorgeous and delicious. The veil was not really an issue. It was windy but it looked so gorgeous flowing in the wind and if I could do it again I would wear the veil. I feel like it really adds a lot to the look! I say go for it.  Congrats and I can't wait to see your pics. You will have an amazing wedding!!

 

 

Oh, Jana...thanks so much for your input!  You were such a beautiful bride! I'm so, so happy for you!  I can feel your joy over the internet!

-Michelle

Wow, Jana! You look beautiful and so happy!  And, I gotta agree about the flowers - A-MA-ZING!!!   Can't wait to hear about the rest of your Big Day!  I see you wore a veil...did you have any problems with it? I want to wear a veil, too, and see that many don't because it's so windy...

Also, did you girls have to wait until you got to Dreams to pick out your flowers? I was hoping to see my options before I got there so I had a little time to decide. We're getting married May 11 and I haven't seen anything yet.

I gotta say, I love all you Dream(s) Girls! 

-Michelle

Just checking back to see if there are any fuchsia brides that have 20 fuchsia chair sashes that they would be willing to pass along. I tried to order from a company and they were out of my color until after my wedding   I leave on May 8.

Thanks so much, ladies!

-Michelle

Did anyone have their Reception on Caribe Beach? If so, what was your experience? Did it work out OK or was it too windy, etc.? Haven't heard much about Caribe Beach and am getting worried now....

Thanks so much!  You ladies are the BEST!!!

-Michelle

I agree with Briannarae...the rooms are not "luxurious", and I personally do think they could use a little updating...but are absolutely clean and comfortable with amazing views. We did a site visit last fall and stayed at Dreams, The Royal, Beach Palace and I must say, the bed at Dreams was the most comfortable and the room we stayed in had an unobstructed view of the sea (due to the hotel's unique location). We loved that. From my limited experience, the other hotels had views of the hotel pool and the beach and sea beyond that (if that makes sense). Anyway...hope this helps along with the other girls' input

-Michelle
 

Originally Posted by briannarae23 


And none of the guests cared one bit- the ones who spent a little extra to upgrade from the garden view. We were hardly in the rooms anyways, and it's not like they are gross, just not "luxurious"

Hi Sharon!!  How kind of you to respond.  Can you believe it...we are LEAVING on May 8th.  Awww shucks!  Thanks so much, tho.

So...this Fuchsia Bride is still looking for 30 sashes....

Originally Posted by Sharon99 

when do you leave? I will have 30 when I come home but that's not until May 8th.
 

 

Hello, ladies!  I am another one of the fuchsia brides   If anyone has 30 sashes in fuchsia for my May 11, 2012 wedding, I'd be forever grateful!

Thanks so much!

-Michelle

Are table decorations at Dreams really priced outrageously? I assume so since so many brides are bringing their own all the way to Mexico. The thought of transporting that stuff along with all the other wedding paraphernalia makes me cringe (do I sound like a total wimp?). Do the wedding coordinators send you the options beforehand or do you have to wait for your meeting AT Dreams a couple of days before the wedding to see what is offered and prices? 

Can you tell that my wedding is getting close and I'm starting to stress out a bit?

Also, the WC has only sent me my contract so far for my May wedding. In addition to the table decoration options, do the WCs  send you ANY of the option details in advance (flowers, music options) or do you have to wait til you get there to see your options and pricing?

I just want to know what to expect.  I was really hoping to work through some of the details to see what will fit into my budget BEFORE we get there in case I have to compensate with some DIY.

Any insight is greatly appreciated.

-Michelle

Hello ladies! I am trying to find an alternative to "Shake Me at the Kiss" to put on the labels of my maracas. I've been searching but am having difficulty finding alternative wording. Have you ladies run across any other wording that has been used?

Thanks in advance!  You ladies are one AMAZING group of supportive women!

-Michelle

Hi Sandy! Thanks so much for your response! Was Dreams willing to take on the responsibility of gluing down the runner? I mean, if I handed them a runner like this would they simply take it and secure it themselves? Also, would I need to provide some sort of glue or would they already have materials like that on-hand?

Also, any idea on the size of the runner?

Thanks so much!!!

-Michelle

Originally Posted by Sandy Planner 

Dear Michelle Girl , the personalized runner look so pretty I used one in Drams Cancun  last January , there is  a special glue  to paste it, because otherwise it would blow away !!!This runner was with a very light  fabric ....check picture below!

 

Hello ladies! Did any of you use a Custom Aisle Runner? We are considering this and need your advice. What length/width did you have? What material did you have? Were there concerns about it blowing away? Did Dreams have to secure it down and/if so, did they have any problem doing so?  Also, was the transportation of it completely not worth it?

Thanks so much in advance!  I can't tell you how much I appreciate the support of this community!

-Michelle

Hello ladies! I have a dilemma. While in Mexico, I purchased some Christmas Ornaments at the souvenir shop that I fell in love with. My dilemma is that I want to find out if I can have someone reproduce the same artistic design as a "Maraca". Does anyone have any ideas or resources as to how I might be able to accomplish this?

Thanks so much!

Michelle

If I may ask, what did a Travel Agent do for you? I have spent hours & hours on the internet researching potential locations and resorts and am wondering how a Travel Agent can help. Did you use one and how were they able to help you? Also, how did you find a Travel Agent that had experience navigating the details of a Destination Wedding?

Thanks in advance!  You girls are AMAZING!!!

-Michelle

If I may ask, how did a Travel Agent help you with the daunting process of planning a Destination Wedding? I have spent hours & hours researching potential locations and resorts on the internet for a DW and am wondering how a Travel Agent can help. Also, how did you find your Travel Agent?

Thanks in advance! You girls on this site are AMAZING!!!

-Michelle