VALERIE

This is mine from David's Bridal. The pick-ups match my bridal gown, and best of all we got them for less than $150.

Here's another cute and simple hair style...

Because I have shorter hair, I am really struggling with this as well!!! Great idea to add the post! Here is the only one that I have found and like so far. I'm still looking for something to put in my hair, but am leaning towards a flower or two. I'm just really hoping my hair will grow in the next 40 days to make whatever I decide work!

Thanks for the options! I think I am going to go with a white lily, cala lily bouquet and add a few of the pink stargazer lilies. I'm also going to do the 2 detachable sprays for the Mothers, which I am really excited about!!! The BM bouquet will be the same, but smaller and without cala lilies. Thanks again, ladies! I knew I could count on you!

I've chosen the flowers for the arches and centerpiece for the wedding. Yeah! Here they are: Now, my dilemma is that I can't choose what to do for my bouquet and the bridesmaid bouquet! Ugh. Here's what I have it narrowed down to. Any thoughts? Can I add the new flower or should I stick with the same flowers that are in the other flower arrangements? Also, this is a photo of the bridesmaid dress. It isn't an easy color, so I really don't want to try to "match" it, ecspecially planning over the internet and email!

If you love the look of cala lilies, but want a fuller bouquet here is an option. As a bonus, something like this could still capture your olive green and cream colors!

Quote: Originally Posted by jilly76 You could make them, but I know I'm not very crafty so I'd probably just buy them. but they sell shell molds and then you just buy the chocolate and you can do marble colored ones too, like in the pictures. I thought about doing them myself too, but there is just to many last minute things to do! I'm stressed, can you tell! Thanks, Tammy for the links! Looks like I get to shop tonight!

I found this idea and thought it was really cute for favors at my reception back at home. Has anyone seen or know where to find seashell chocolates like this?

These ladies have great advice.... I do want to add my 2 cents! I too felt like I needed to go simple and beachy feeling. I started putting on these dresses and they just didn't feel right. I ended up going with a gown that is semi-fancy (if that makes sense!), but I'm not doing a veil. Remember to find something that will travel well. Most resorts/hotels will steam it, but it was very important that it was not too heavy to carry throughout the airports and didn't wrinkle too much! The best thing that I ever did was try on everything that looked like it might work! I immediately knew which dress was the one once I put it on! The rest of the formality or in-formality of the other details revolved around the dress I chose.

That is a really neat idea. Thanks! My next question - My fiance has a really close 'Mother' figure coming along with us to the wedding. She is actually his best friends' Mom, but is like a 2nd Mother to by future husband and a really close family friend. Two years ago, Casey's best friend passed away and we have all become even closer than before. I'd like to do something special for her as well. However, I don't want to diminish or hurt the feelings of our 'real' Mothers. Should I or shouldn't I?

I'm having trouble deciding what kind (if any) flowers to do for our Mother's at the ceremony in Mexico! I'm thinking of getting three single stemmed yellow roses for our Mom's, writing something special, and giving these to them just before the ceremony. Have any of you tried other things for the Mothers? I don't want to do the typical corsage. Thoughts?

Allegro Playacar Occidental Hotel wedding packages “Superior” wedding package $ 1,265 USD 2006 $ 1,325 USD 2007 Set up (beach, pool area, garden or cenote) Ceremony (judge or minister) Bridal bouquet Boutonniere for the groom Flower arrangement centerpiece Dinner reservation for the wedding day 1 bottle domestic sparkling wine for toast Wedding cake Flower arch Flower arrangement in your room “Premium” wedding package $ 1,650 USD 2006 $ 1,730 USD 2007 Set up (beach, pool area, garden or cenote) Ceremony (judge or minister) Bridal bouquet Boutonniere for the groom Flower arrangement centerpiece Dinner reservation for the wedding day Photo package with album 1 bottle domestic sparkling wine for toast Wedding cake Flower arch Flower arrangement in your room 2 polo shirts American breakfast in bed once per stay Turn down service daily Fruit basket once per stay A candlelight dinner in your balcony (Fixed Menu) “Special Allegro” wedding package $ 1,925 USD 2006 $ 2,025 USD 2007 Set up (beach, pool area, garden or cenote) Ceremony (judge or minister) Bridal bouquet Boutonniere for the groom Flower arrangement centerpiece Dinner reservation for the wedding day Photo package with album 1 bottle domestic sparkling wine for toast Wedding cake Flower arch Flower arrangement in your room 2 polo shirts American breakfast in bed once per stay Turn down service daily Fruit basket once per stay A candlelight dinner in your balcony (Fixed Menu) Manicure and pedicure for the couple Relaxation massage for the couple (30 min) Surprise gift Important wedding information from Allegro Playacar Occidental hotel: All packages are considered for 6 people (Bride, groom and 4 guests). For additional guests there will be an extra charge for the cake, wine and dinner if it is requested. Amenities are non exchangeable nor may the items be substituted. All prices are subject to change without notice. Optional wedding services offered by Allegro Playacar Occidental hotel: Food and beverage: Canapés $ 10 – 15 USD per person per hour Private open bar $ 10 – 15 USD per person per hour Bottle of wine $ 20 – 95 USD per bottle Cake $ 25 – 95 USD Fruit basket $ 10 – 15 USD Flowers: Boutonnieres $ 10 – 15 USD Bouquets $ 45 – 60 USD Corsages $ 18 – 25 USD Centerpieces $ 30 – 45 USD Bag of rose petals $ 10 – 40 USD Tiara $ 35 – 55 USD Photographer Services: 36 photos 4x6 includes Photo Album $ 410 USD 36 photos 5x7 includes Photo Album $ 435 USD 36 photos 6x8 includes Photo Album $ 460 USD Video DVD $ 400 USD Music: Mariachi band $ 600 – 900 USD per 45 min Saxophonist $ 380 – 500 USD per 45 min Violinist $ 380 – 500 USD per 45 min Guitarist $ 380 – 500 USD per 45 min Pianist $ 380 – 500 USD per 45 min Wedding documents needed by Allegro Playacar Occidental hotel: Passports of bride and groom (mandatory) Tourist cards of bride and groom. It will be granted upon arrival into Mexico at no extra charge. Tourist card and passport of the 4 witnesses. Witnesses can be provided by the hotel (staff members) for $ 15 USD each. At least 3 full business days prior to the wedding the bride, the groom and witnesses have to be in the hotel. Health certificate. A blood test needs to be taken with a Mexican doctor (HIV and Syphilis). $ 130 USD per couple and is not included in any of our packages. If bride is divorced and has kept the ex-husband’s last name on her passport, the marriage certificate will not indicate her parent’s names. On the other hand it will be necessary to bring the birth certificate translated to Spanish and apostilled by the Mexican Consulate in your Country. Allegro Playacar Occidental hotel payment policy: Total payment needs to be received before the arrival. Cancellation policy: 100% of payment is refundable 3 weeks prior to the arrival. 75% of payment is refundable 2 weeks prior to the arrival. 50% of payment is refundable 1 week prior to the arrival.

What kind of flowers are those?! They are beautiful!

We have been together just over 2 years.... and can't wait to spend the rest of my life with him!

Quote: Originally Posted by VALERIE I just picked up my dress this weekend and found that it is the perfect length WITHOUT SHOES! This is what I have found on www.FamousFootwear.com They have free shipping and free in-store returns, so you're really not out much. All of these have less than a 1 3/4 inch heel. I thought you might be interested as well. Enjoy! Oops. I forgot to attach them! Sorry!

Quote: Originally Posted by latoy_04 Need ideas on wedding shoes my future husband and I are close in height and if i wear a high heel i will be taller than him. So i am looking for a short heel or a flat sandal. Also put where you found it too. Thanks I just picked up my dress this weekend and found that it is the perfect length WITHOUT SHOES! This is what I have found on www.FamousFootwear.com They have free shipping and free in-store returns, so you're really not out much. All of these have less than a 1 3/4 inch heel. I thought you might be interested as well. Enjoy!

I too am having the same issue with Occidental (although it's with the Allegro Playacar). It seems to take Karina about a week to respond to my questions, but she's very good at responding to all of them. I'm sure both Occidentals have the same packages, so if you want to talk through anything - let me know!

I don't think we have one locally - Do they have a website?

I would like to stay under $50. I already bought her a bracelet, part of her dress, and 2 hair styles (for Mexico and the reception back home) and the necklace/earings to wear at the wedding. Has anyone seem a really cute jewelry box? I looked on the 'Things Remembered' website and found a couple. They just look so average.

I'm out of ideas! I want to give my Maid of Honor, my sister, something very special for being in my wedding. First because she has always been there for me, and secondly because she is my only attendant. I don't want to get a typical bridesmaid gift.... any creative ideas? I'm stumped!

Here are two photos of the inspiration that created my invitations! I created a variation to these and did them myself! As soon as I have some complete, I'll post those as well! I need to get moving on them! HA! invite2.pdf invite1.pdf invite2.pdf invite1.pdf

The Occidental Allegro Playacar.... It gets VERY mixed reviews on tripadvisor.com (Mostly bad from people from the US, mostly good from people elsewhere!). I'm sure it will be fine, but I'm still nervous!

Welcome! I am also getting married in the Riviera... January 25th. We have staying at the Allegro Playacar. It's small, quaint and inexpensive. I have heard great things about the Grand Palladium as well. Good luck and Welcome!

Thank you all for the warm welcome! I'm so glad that I was referred to this site! We are getting married in 69 days! AHHH! So much work to do! And I've recently started freaking out about the resort we are going to. I trusted my travel agent's recommendation, and now I'm really starting to wonder! Ugh. Thanks again for the warm welcome!

I have just booked the Allegro Playacar. This resort was by far not our first choice, but I am happy with the smaller, quaint resort. We are getting married in January 2007 (just booked 2 weeks ago!). I was the most happy with the Grand Palladium in the Riviera, however, they fill up fast on wedding dates and times available. If I can give any advice, it would be to make sure your travel agent checks on the wedding dates available. Ours didn't and got everyone's hopes up on the 5 star hotel. Most were crushed to find out that we are now at a 3 star and paying the same price! Best of luck!