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Shannon,

I was just thinking about you and wondering how your BD shoot went.  Glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience and that you were happy with your pics.   Good call with MAC, this is definitely a good option if hair and makeup isn’t included in BD package

I still can’t decide when I want to present them.  I’m either think during the first look or on our wedding night.  Either way, I really want to be there and witness his reaction first hand.

And Congrats on your new home.

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Originally Posted by uhura526 

So jealous of all your bachelorette parties!  I wish I had one, but my MOH (who is my cousin) doesn't really know any of my friends and everyone is out of state (they in NYC and Cali) and me in DC.  I just opted not to do it. 

 

I'm an April bride but this forum has by far helped me the most in my planning journey.  Sharing ideas and support and keeping it active!  I leave in the morning for Cayman and I'm so excited that the time is finally here! I'll be back to report on my experience! 

Congrats and enjoy the moment. You're going to be a beautiful bride and I can't wait for the recapn and pics upon your return.

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Originally Posted by uhura526 

So jealous of all your bachelorette parties!  I wish I had one, but my MOH (who is my cousin) doesn't really know any of my friends and everyone is out of state (they in NYC and Cali) and me in DC.  I just opted not to do it. 

 

I'm an April bride but this forum has by far helped me the most in my planning journey.  Sharing ideas and support and keeping it active!  I leave in the morning for Cayman and I'm so excited that the time is finally here! I'll be back to report on my experience! 

Congrats and enjoy the moment. You're going to be a beautiful bride and I can't wait for the recapn and pics upon your return.

I cringe every time I see a 1 or star posting on trip advisor.  I try to read these with a grain of salt, but when there's consistency in the types of complaints being written, I become very worried, but also happy that we will only be there for 4 nights.

Per a conversation with my TA regarding the over booking issue, she did confirm that it happens (and not just at Now Jade) and can be an issue but only for those who book independently through sites like hotels.com, orbitz.com etc. since the reservations are being made at that instant, but there is a delay in reconciling these reservations directly with the resorts.  This is the benefit of having a room block or booking directly with a resort since it's truly the only 100% guaranteed reservation.  It would be nice if they notified prior to arrival, but they don’t for whatever reason.

I cringe every time I see a 1 or star posting on trip advisor.  I try to read these with a grain of salt, but when there's consistency in the types of complaints being written, I become very worried, but also happy that we will only be there for 4 nights.

Per a conversation with my TA regarding the over booking issue, she did confirm that it happens (and not just at Now Jade) and can be an issue but only for those who book independently through sites like hotels.com, orbitz.com etc. since the reservations are being made at that instant, but there is a delay in reconciling these reservations directly with the resorts.  This is the benefit of having a room block or booking directly with a resort since it's truly the only 100% guaranteed reservation.  It would be nice if they notified prior to arrival, but they don’t for whatever reason.

Love mine, just go it in the mail and can't wait to try it with my dress during the second fitting... here's the stock photo:

Love mine, just go it in the mail and can't wait to try it with my dress during the second fitting... here's the stock photo:

So sad that my Bachelorette Party weekend is over, but it was great fun and suprsingly didn't result in the worst hangover of my life.  But I also consumed more water and coconut water in the 48hours than I thought was humanly possible, but it was a great pay-off. I was able to rally for brunch on Sunday and enjoyed a few bloody mary's.  It was the perfect weekend to start off the next 4 weeks of sobriety. 

So sad that my Bachelorette Party weekend is over, but it was great fun and suprsingly didn't result in the worst hangover of my life.  But I also consumed more water and coconut water in the 48hours than I thought was humanly possible, but it was a great pay-off. I was able to rally for brunch on Sunday and enjoyed a few bloody mary's.  It was the perfect weekend to start off the next 4 weeks of sobriety. 

So after hours of searching through 100's of veils (no exaggeration), I found the perfect veil and I'm sooo in love with it, but it's too long.  Does any know anything or have any experience with veil alterations?  There are lace appliques along the perimeter and the 2 rows of piping shown are actually rows of 2mm seeded pearls.  I have my second fitting on Saturday and will show detailed pics to my seamstress, but was curious as to whether an of my BDW brides have any experience with this.

So after hours of searching through 100's of veils (no exaggeration), I found the perfect veil and I'm sooo in love with it, but it's too long.  Does any know anything or have any experience with veil alterations?  There are lace appliques along the perimeter and the 2 rows of piping shown are actually rows of 2mm seeded pearls.  I have my second fitting on Saturday and will show detailed pics to my seamstress, but was curious as to whether an of my BDW brides have any experience with this.

Originally Posted by LKocelko 

 

I live in Schaumburg and am getting them done at this place in Elk Grove. If you google "Chicago Eyelash Extensions" there are some downtown (not sure where you live) and one that even is mobile and will come to you!

 

The one I'm going to in Elk Grove is $115 for a full set and they last 6-8 weeks. I know it's a splurge, but I decided I deserved it haha Of course my FI thinks they're absurd, but whatever.

He won't think they're absurd once he's see's them; they're kind of sexy!  When I get a fresh set, I give my eyes about 2 days rest from removal of the old set.   My Fi's first question... When are you getting your lashes back on?

Originally Posted by LKocelko 

 

I live in Schaumburg and am getting them done at this place in Elk Grove. If you google "Chicago Eyelash Extensions" there are some downtown (not sure where you live) and one that even is mobile and will come to you!

 

The one I'm going to in Elk Grove is $115 for a full set and they last 6-8 weeks. I know it's a splurge, but I decided I deserved it haha Of course my FI thinks they're absurd, but whatever.

He won't think they're absurd once he's see's them; they're kind of sexy!  When I get a fresh set, I give my eyes about 2 days rest from removal of the old set.   My Fi's first question... When are you getting your lashes back on?

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Originally Posted by Sophia2616 

We leave in 18 days!!!!! I am so excited! I have already mentally "checked" out of work. Good thing I only have 9 more "work days" left

I know what you mean, isn't it awful.  My productively has diminished over the past two weeks, but I'm also long overdue for a vaca.  I'm so excited for you, especially since your wedding venue and accommodations were my top choices when we decided on a DW.  If only you had my top choice for photography would I truly be jealous.

My May 2013 brides better come back and share a few picks and highlights from their wedding day. I'm so happy for all of us, especially since I've been corresponding with most of you for over a year now. 

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Originally Posted by Sophia2616 

We leave in 18 days!!!!! I am so excited! I have already mentally "checked" out of work. Good thing I only have 9 more "work days" left

I know what you mean, isn't it awful.  My productively has diminished over the past two weeks, but I'm also long overdue for a vaca.  I'm so excited for you, especially since your wedding venue and accommodations were my top choices when we decided on a DW.  If only you had my top choice for photography would I truly be jealous.

My May 2013 brides better come back and share a few picks and highlights from their wedding day. I'm so happy for all of us, especially since I've been corresponding with most of you for over a year now. 

Insanity is definitely a commitment worth making, and I know you ladies can complete it with great success. Just work through the DVDs at your own pace.

Kara - regarding your back pain, never sacrifice your form... this is more important than the number of reps you can do or how quickly (pace) you can get through the workout. I had similar issues during my first week, and once i took the care to execute the moves properly, I was much better off.  And around week 2, the nauseating feeling that coincided with my workouts subsided. The weight will come off before you know it and you will look flawless on your wedding day

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Originally Posted by brownskingirl 

leave it as is... girl you rocking this dress... it looks perfect on you dont change ah thing!

Thank you!  I actually wen with a happy medium... I left the lace intact but altered the underlayer to a modified sweetheart it will be similar to this, but the lace overlay won't come up as high. But I think it's a win win!

Originally Posted by JustNoelle 

Hi Brides,

 

I think I'm having a minor meltdown (lol I'm dramatic).

 

I found my dress (Mori Lee 4968) this past Saturday and I am in love with it. But I really wanted a sweetheart neckline. My bridal consultant assured me that with alterations I can make a sweetheart neckline.

 

Here's the thing, I happened to be looking at the designer's website and stumbled across a very similar dress (Mori Lee 3124) with the sweetheart neckline I wanted. The other problem is that style only comes in plus size (which I am not).

 

So I was wondering if I would be able to request the designer to customize my dress to have the neckline that I want. I don't see it being a problem because they're both the same designer. I plan on calling them first thing Monday morning.

 

Are there any other brides out here that was able to have something done like that?

 

My Dress: Mori Lee 4968

 

 

 

 

The other style: Mori Lee 3142

 

Love this dress and it looks fantastic on you!  Any good seamstress can make this alteration and should be pretty cost effective.  The only two considerations that I would make is that if you alter it after production, you may only be able to achieve a modified sweetheart due to the rouching (sp?), I would just confirm this. Also, one advantage of having Mori Lee customize this for you, is that the bodice at the bust line has a the cross-over detail which couldn’t be achieved in alterations.  But the cost for Mori Lee to do this customization could be double if not triple and in all honesty not really necessary unless the details shown are a deal breaker for you.

Umass, you are correct but why would even bother with mascara? Isn't that the point if the extensions? In the 4 months that I've been getting mine done I've never used mascara

Absolutely beautiful, you two look so happy.  Congrats!

Originally Posted by elissae 

Here's one of my professional photos I have so far of my dress. It was the most beautiful day...I'll post full lengths when I get them. Good luck to ll of you!! xoxo

clue me in... what's a Channing Tatum?

Justin and I both have our Bach parties next weekend. His will be here in Portland, and I'm heading to Seattle. I know nothing about the details, but was told to pack a cute black outfit and a white wig...Should be fun and interesting.

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Originally Posted by Dazeydawl 
I leave exactly one month from today!!!! My small apartment looks like a wedding bomb went off and today is my first dress fitting!

Too exciting, let us know how you make out with your fitting

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Originally Posted by Kal520 

I feel like they should be able to do both. Here is my vision: take the underneath part, beneath the scallop lace and make that a sweetheart neckline, and then add back the scallop over it so its like a sheer overlay...I would totally ask about that! I think it will look amazing with the rest of the dress and give it a detail that is unique to only you.

This is exactly what I ended up doing because it's the only thing that my lace would permit.  The scalloped edge was not a seperate piece of material, it was the was the edge of lace pattern itself so there was no option to take it off and put it back on. So the placement of the lace remains the same as in the pics, but the construction of the dress is now with a modified sweetheart.  But what I wanted was for the scalloped edge to follow the shape/outline of the sweetheart. We'll see how it looks when I go back and my fingers are crossed. Since I have never seen a single dress finished this way, I'm nervous that it'll look stupid. But my seamstress wanted to try it first before cutting the actual lace, and I trust her vision, but if it doesn't work, we'll just go for the second pic shown.  

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Originally Posted by Kal520 

posted this in the now jade thread accidently, meant to post here! Oh well maybe I will get twice the answers now!

 

super random question: those of you that have white linen button down shirts for groomsmen, are you planning on them wearing undershirts (t-shirt) or nothing underneath at all, I am the most clueless person when it comes to menswear I think. My fiancé suggested the ribbed cotton undershirts but I know those will show and look horrible.

we just tested this out Firday night and found that medium grey was a good option, but I'm heading to the mall in a bit and will have my eyes open for a light tan (nude) shirt which I think would be the best if I can find it. Granted he's not wearing a linen shirt, but a white dress shirt, but the issue is still the same. I figure if we apply the same rules when selecting a bra under a white shirt then then it should work for our guys too.