geishagyrl

Hi:) I am getting married at the royal on the 25th August this year (not long to go!) what package have people had/having? And have or will you be taking anything yourself such as table decorations etc or are you leaving everything up to the wc? Rach xx

Thank you Principessa, moonsprite, and pacificgirl!

 Well it looked great on you!! Great choice! Hey, I will be living in Atlanta this time next year! )

Thank you MissBubbles and Allie! I absolutely love that dress and it's completely opposite of what I had in mind.

Originally Posted by AllieH 

it's gorgeous!!!! 

 

 

I realize that my pictures did not post properly. So, hopefully it works this time.

I can finally share pictures of my dress. I absolutely love my dress. It's an Essense of Australia.

I did not use my own makeup. The spa uses a professional french line of cosmetics which is very good. I verified it with a friend that is a make up artist. I did show her an example of hair and make up with some additional explanation. For instance, I wanted my hair to sit up a little higher so that the veil would stay in the middle of head. She did not use the exact same colors for eye make up but she was trying to find what she felt was most flattering. She would look through the palette and color pots and look at me. If you want something specific, just tell them. 

Hi Ladies,

I had 2 entree options and 1 vegetarian entree. In the end, I felt it was easier to create a seating chart with each person's dinner selection and it did. The food was delivered promptly and was correct. I would say for the sake of headache and confusion just make a seating arrangement for the staff.

Also, I had Katia as my offsite coordinator and Flora as my onsite. Both were awesome and everything went perfectly. I wrote a full review for the Royal Cancun with details of my wedding day and Flora.

Someone asked about bringing your own favors and decor..... I don't think it matters which coordinator you have. They all know brides bring some of their stuff so they expect it. After my walk through, Flora asked me do you have a guestbook, favors, etc... and I just brought them to her. I had all the boxes marked with our name and what was in it so there was no confusion. The staff had everything set up with no additional charges.

Originally Posted by Labebita911 

 

has anyone used the spazul for there hair and makeup??? im sooo aprrehensive about this

Just a quick update...I used SpaZul for myself and my maid of honor. I was very skeptical and even more when I saw the stylist. (I believe her name was Elvira.) However, after it was finished, my makeup looked great and lasted through the humidity. My photographer had us walk about a half mile down the beach to take pictures but you couldn't tell I was sweating my butt off. As for hair, I have really thick hair and decided to pull it up in curls. She used about 100 bobby pins to hold the curls and it really looked beautiful for a while. To be honest, nothing can last through the humidity and wind.

Anyway, I had a good experience with the ladies in the spa and I don't regret not shelling out an additional $350 just to have my hair and make up done.

Here are a couple of pics.

The flakes in my hair is actually glitter she dusted on me. It looked good in person and in the light but didn't quite translate on the camera. lol

I second this....there is no getting out of the vendor fees. I booked SpaZul for hair and make up because I refused to pay $350. I am crossing my fingers and hope all turns out well. 

Originally Posted by twoego 

Alma,

 

Remember this though - you have to give name of guests that are non Real guests.  They check ID's before they are allowed entrance and given bands.  The staff there at the resort are very well aware of all the vendors, etc. When our photographer showed up the bell boys knew his name immediately, they checked list showing we had paid our fee, then cleared him. I would just hate to see you have the stress of them not getting in on your big day.  They seem to have pretty well covered all ways around you avoiding vendor fees if you use anyone other than their choice. My advice - don't chance it:(

 

Sorry - just trying to be honest and help you out.

Hi,

Do you have any of the sashes left?

It's an Essense of Australia. I love their dresses! Their sister line Ella also makes beautiful dresses.

Originally Posted by Sunshine2680 

GORGEOUS!!! Who's your dress designer?

 

 

I finally had an opportunity to try on my dress. (I've been waiting for it since the middle of August!) I fell in love with it all over again. Best part is I don't need any alterations. It was a perfect fit! My veil and hair pins also came in so it was a happy day.

Congrats! That dress looks wonderful on you!

 

Originally Posted by sgreen99 

Yay I finally get to post something!  I found my dress last week, I had an awesome shopping trip with my mama and three girlfriends.  I was getting nervous because none of the dresses gave me "the feelings", so I figured maybe I'm just not that kind of girl to get all emotional about the dress. But, then my sales lady pulled this one out, as soon as she started doing me up I knew it, I completely pictured myself walking towards my man wearing this dress! ...and then I ugly cried and so did all of my girls.  I COMPLETELY lucked out with this dress, I can buy if straight off the rack, the only modifications I need are a sweetheart neckline, cups and a bustle.  Finally a time when being 5' 11" will be a positive when it comes to the length of an article of clothing

I'm super pumped!!

 

I love it! You look gorgeous! We have similar taste....My gown has a similar silhouette with full lace and my veil is also lace trimmed!
Oh and the little boy is too cute!

Maybe all the destination brides should have an event so we can all wear our dresses again. LOL!
 

Originally Posted by Bride2012 

Okay, now that its all over with and done...here is my Casablanca 1995 in all her glory!!! I want to wear it to a dinner...or for my birthday...any reason to wear her again,,,LOL!

Yeah, I never heard of that either. You never know until you put the dress on. If you feel absolutely beautiful and can see yourself walking in the dress, then it's the one!
 

MissBliss and ckrn, I love your dresses! You both look so beautiful!

Originally Posted by elissae 

Geishagyrl,

 

Wow!  That's wild.  I never heard that - I fell into that 70% category.  I totally ended up with a different dress than I envisoned!

 

 

You look amazing and your pictures are beautiful!

I did the same thing. I said I did not want a lot of lace, tulle, beading/ crystals. I wanted simple. I was so wrong! None of the other dresses we pulled had anything on the one I bought. The consultant told me 70% of brides end up in a different dress than they envisioned.

 

Originally Posted by Krysti 

My dress from various angles.  I went into the bridal salon saying that I did not want lace or tulle and I ended up with a lace and tulle dress!  I fell in love with it the moment I tried it on, although I still slept on it for awhile before I went back and purchased it.  I knew it was the right dress because I never stopped thinking about it

Your pictures are amazing! And I love your pink shoes! You looked fabulous!

 

Originally Posted by Janet1480 

I always thought the same about "bigger" dresses for a beach wedding until i fell in love with my dress and went with it anyway....it ended up looking amazing in pics and i loved it So dont discount the bigger dress yet ladies Happy Dress shopping! <3

 

My honest thoughts are you're the bride and it's your dress!!!! If that is the one you love, then you should wear it and be beautiful! I'm a huge Essence of Australia fan! Their dresses are even prettier in person! Track down this dress to a local shop and go try it on. If you feel beautiful in it, go for it! If there is anything that should be 100% your decision, it is definitely the dress.  

 

Originally Posted by beachwed2013 

Last Try. If this doesnt work I give up! This is the dress I love, but I am getting pushback from family. Help!! Thoughts??!

Congrats for being another E of A bride! Your dress is gorgeous! I originally thought I wanted something with ruffles but I found out I'm too short for them. They make me look more like a midget. LOL. When does it come in? I got a call this weekend saying my dress was in so I'll be posting pics of it soon! I'm super excited...it's been 6 months!
 

Originally Posted by Speckles121 

I purchased my dress this past weekend..I cannot wait til it comes in. Its super flowy and beachy!! Another Essence of Australia bride!!

 

Beautiful! I eyed this dress before I bought mine. I love Essense of Australia. I think they are the best bang for the buck.

 

Originally Posted by jenaya 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here is my dress! My wedding isn't until April 2013 but I have my dress!

Congrats on purchasing your dress! I also purchased mine through the designer's trunk show and ended up saving about $500 on the dress. Trunk shows are the best!

 

Originally Posted by maridr2012 

Hey ladies!  I forgot to reply regarding the dress I've decided on.  Unfortunately I can't publish the designer or style of the dress on this site...  I have a nagging feeling that a certain someone who shall we say, is a "frenemy", is also on this site and/or checks it and there's no way I'm letting her on to know what I'm wearing.  I know...sounds very childish.  But, I just can't take the risk.  I will tell you though that it is off-white, tafetta, with a sweetheart strapless neckline and bias cut ruffles at the bottom with a mermaid style.  And....today I went to the NJ boutique for the trunk show and put the deposit down!  So, it is officially my dress now!  I have to say I can't believe what a good deal I got.  The dress is from the designer's spring 2012 collection and is retail price $2,400.  Since I placed my order today, I got it for $1,900, NO sales tax as NJ doesnt charge that, and alterations will be $350.  Grand total = $2,250.  If I had purchased it at Kleinfelds in NYC, I wouldve paid $2,400 + $192 sales tax + $695 = $3,287.  All in all, I'm saving over $1,000.  I can't stop grinning ear to ear.   

 

So ladies...do your research and shop around for the best deal for the dress of your dreams!  Search for trunk shows, and dont be afraid to ask for a deal on your dress.  : )

 

 

Hi ladies,

I'm feeling a bit panicked right now. My dress is an off white/diamond white and is gorgeous. Unfortunately, it still isn't in and I was afraid that I would run out of time so I went ahead and bought a veil. My bridal consultant insisted I purchase an ivory veil because a white veil will obviously be very white in comparison to my dress. It's a lace trimmed fingertip veil and after seeing many photos of previous brides, I'm afraid that the color difference will be noticeable! Has anyone purchased or worn an off white dress and ivory veil? Do you have pics? Am I worrying for no reason?! I am feeling a bit crazy right now! Help!

I agree....this dress looks perfect on you. Love it!
 

Originally Posted by elissae 

OMG!  Allie!  I just ordered mine Saturday and I am ALREADY obsessing over it.  I am going to tell you what I will have to keep reminding myself....."Remember how the dress made you feel when you put it on....remember the emotion that came over you & told you it was the dress."  I, said, WOW a million times & then cried.

 

Here is what I chose....I pray I can KEEP reminding myself.  My wedding is not until April 2013!  

 

 

 

 

Danielleski,

You look fabulous for just having a baby a mere 4 months ago! And your dress is lovely!
 

Originally Posted by Danielleski 

 

 

I just had a baby 4 months ago so i ordered one size smaller. Man i'm nervous it wont fit when i go in for the fitting. but the sample i tried on was a little loose i do except to loose some baby weight. fingers crossed. Ahhh