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Just thought I'd share the idea of usig the bridesmaids bouquets as centerpieces. A friend of mine did that here and it made total sense for a DW! Since they usually just toss them aside anyhow and well they are not taking them home, I've arranged by centerpiece decor around using their bouquets. Their bouquets are going to be white cala lilies with white roses. Then put into a vase with white petals surrounding it. Along with other small candles to illuminate the table. I'm also playing with the idea of asking for extra petals or cala lilies to put in the vase with water topped with their bouquets. Any other ideas?

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Thanks ao much for the feedback...! If anyone else has used her or has comments, please write! I have a couple photog. on my list and plan to book this weekend. Need to make a decision!!

Has anyone heard of or used Claudia Rodriguez as a photographer? She's based in Mexico but not sure where. Claudia Rodriguez, Photographer, Cancun & Riviera Maya

Quote: Originally Posted by host WOW this is such great information!! Thanks a lot Tammy! I especially was curious how many hours you had him for, so you found that 5 hours was enough. Did you do the cameras on the table too for guests to take photos for fun? Or did you feel he was enough?

Oh and are those magazines inside the bags?

I agree...looks like a nice private site.... Have you visited these places? And curious which Fiesta Americana?

Quote: Originally Posted by NHPT mine are not done yet but here is what i have so far: the look i am going for Those are very nice! Thanks for sharing your photos

Quote: Originally Posted by destinationbride07 1,000 is your invite budget? how many invites? girl you can go expensive for 1000... I used olio.style - modern wedding invitations, stylish baby announcements, unique custom stationery peggy was awesome...they are based in cali...she put me in her "testamonial" lol I AM FAMOUS! just kidding they can even do pocketfold for you I like the olio site. How did you like the your invitation, have you gotten them yet? Did you like the over all process? I already contacted them and received prices but am nervous because theres a deposit before beginning and then a lot of back and forth to design the invitations. Was it worth it? I'm only gonna need about 50.

I don't remember where I saw people discussing this but thought I'd share. I came across these medium toiletry bags at Target on clearance!! They are 5.25 H x 4.75 D. I couldnt find a pic. They cost $2.48 right now and they would really work for those boys. They also have a weekender travel bag for $4.98. It looks like a mini-carry on with organizational pockets inside. It's 8.5 x 11.5 x 3 D. They are both in black. We haven't decided which to go with yet. My FH really likes them and wants them for the bachelor friends.

Were the sparklers used for when the evening was over? or your arrival to the reception?

Quote: Originally Posted by amyhmartin What would you recomend is a good photo package? Yea good question. What is a good package and price to pay for those gorgeous photos we've seen like Rebeccas and Karlas?

Okay Dreams brides....if the packages are similar (I'm will be a cancun bride), What package did you decide on? Did you use the photographer from the resort? Do you have to? What about the videographer? I have received both the photo packages and video packages and well can't decide whats best and really what it all means. They list say 115 photos (different sizes) for a certain amount. Is this throughtout the night or in total? I've asked the WC but I don't think I understand her about this part. And then how did you go about making your specific requests? DO you prepare a list of shots you want? Or leave it to the photographer? Any tips about the photography? Thanks in advance!

Oriental Trading company has a special right now if you order $75 worth by Jan. 25, you get free shipping! I'm buying the 10" fans, personalized wedding pencils, white baseball caps, & palm pens. Just FYI, you want to avoid those shipping costs!

Quote: Originally Posted by gkashmira I bought these same fans from Bliss Weddings Market for giving out as favors. I'm going to tie ribbon to then and possibly use them as seating cards... That or I may just have them be simply favors. They've been delivered and they are very cute. Plus it'll be nice since my wedding's in Mexico in June! HOT! Which ones did you get the 6" or 10" ones? and you are happy with them.

Thanks again for sharing your photos Rebecca. It really gets me thinking of all the details! It looks like you had the buffet for the dinner is that correct? Or is that the appetizers? If so, did you like the buffet set up? Still trying to decide between sit-down or buffet.

Okay girls who have done this or have made their plans please help! How do you go about deciding what your week of plans is going to entail? Do you have to make arrangements with the WC or conceirge prior to for group activities, say dinners or tours? Or do you make then when you arrive? For those who have done this already, how did you like your plans, would you change anything? Did you feel you spent enough time with your guests? Any suggestions or tips? Thanks in advance!

Rebecca your pictures are beautiful and so exciting to look at!!! You look like you had the perfect wedding! Quick questions, where did you get those fans? I've seen the bamboo ones but haven't come across those

I have an e-ring similiar to the one you posted, a three stone ring. I find that the rings that have a curve fit better with the three stones, since trying them on together. They curve around the bigger stone in the center. Just a thought!

Thanks a lot girls. I especially like the simple glass with flower idea but you all mke good points. It's only an hour so didn't think it should be much going on there.

My wedding is taking place at Dreams Cancun this May. Now the ceremony will be taking place at the gazebo followed by the coctkail reception to be held steps away at the terrace. The tables are for standing at (probably about 6 tables) with some loungy seating around. My question is for those who did have the cocktail hour, and those who plan to, are there additional decorations involved? The tables again are small circular standing tables that are covered in white lines tied somehow at the bottom...I've seen pics and visited the resort. I was thinking something simple like add a small square place mat (cloth or wicker like material) in one of my colors to be put in the center of the tables. Possibly small vase with few loose flowers. What are your thoughts? Is this not necessary or worth it? I even found a cool vase that case serve two purposes (at cocktail tables and later surround the reception area) first it holds flowers, and then it has a second piece that can be inserted into vase that turns it into a candle holder.... What have y'all done?

Hi I'm a Dreams Cancun Bride to be wed May 20th of this year. I was just there in December to meet with the WC. She was very nice, organized, and professional. I also met with the photographer who had lovely photos. I have some photos of the site, however none with a wedding taking place. There was only one wedding taking place when we were there and it was an intimate ceremony between the groom and bride only. However, the coordinator showed us the multiple options for decorations and set up. They were beautiful. We are very much at ease now that we have paid a visit. Less than five months to go!! Any questions, let me know! Brenda

Hi Brenda from Chicago Will be married in Dreams Cancun May 2007 Just came back from a site visit there. It's a beautiful place, happy with the wedding and reception locations, gorgeous views, very professional planner, can't wait!!