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Quote: Originally Posted by beachbride so, I am having a really hard time trying to find shoes with a strap wide enough to put pins on, they are all so skinny!!! has anyone seen something like these These are pricey, but have a very thick strap: Charles David City (White Leather) - Sandal Bridal Shoes Daniel Barbara Isabella (White Satin) - Sandal Bridal Shoes Here is another less expensives pair I found: Coloriffics Newval (White Satin) - Sandal Bridal Shoes

Quote: Originally Posted by beachbride so, I am having a really hard time trying to find shoes with a strap wide enough to put pins on, they are all so skinny!!! has anyone seen something like these I think these look almost exactly like the ones in the picture: Coloriffics Total Eclipse (White Satin) - Sandal Bridal Shoes

to the forum, Lidya!

Quote: Originally Posted by jilly76 I almost ordered that dress from nordstroms, I love it, its so pretty! I was just so dead set on having a dress that I really felt like a bride in, that I couldn't do it. But I really wish I could order it to wear for something else! I know, I wish I could wear it for something, I love it! There are so many dresses on that site, especially bridesmaid dresses, that I want to get dressed up every day so I can wear them!

Quote: Originally Posted by cheese_diva I had a few rum and cokes last night and I ordered it.. uh oh, I already have a dress! lol I think I'll try to wear this for the court house ceremony... I can always take it back to Nordstrom's. That is too funny!

Quote: Originally Posted by lulubelle No worries. We have to look out for each other. Hope you had fun though. Oh, I definitely had a good time.. Thanks again!

Quote: Originally Posted by robindepaula I shot this wedding last year. The brides mother had passed away maybe a year before the wedding. She had me incorporate an image of her mother into one of her bridal portaits. They set this table up with a candle vase that had a transparency photo on the glass with her mom's photo & photos of loved ones that were no longer with them in body. That is so beautiful, Robin! Thanks for sharing!

Quote: Originally Posted by lulubelle Yikes, you should be careful to share your email address. Maybe delete this post and pm her instead. Just a thought but you never know who is lurking... Thanks, I've been out (drinking) tonight, so I guess I wasn't thinking. I just removed it. Thanks again!

Quote: Originally Posted by IrieBride08 Hey Lizz! You can request the template on her website and she will email it to you. There was no charge for the template. It's very generic though and not the one she uses when she creates them herself. I tried at one point to see if she could print them for me, but she told me that since they were created with the different template, she couldn't. I'm happy to send it to you if you like. That would be sooo great! I'll PM you my email address. You're the best...thank you thank you thank you!!!

Shelley, they are all beautiful. I have a poem bookmarked on my work computer that I will try to remember to post Monday.

Quote: Originally Posted by IrieBride08 Thanks guys! It was definitely a pain to do, but worth it in the end. I used a template from Aylee. Is there something on the website that you can use or do you need to pay to have a template made? (Sorry, I have no idea what I'm doing when it comes to these things!)

Quote: Originally Posted by LaROR Will do...ASA she replies! I'm sure you know it may be a week or two from now. Oh, I know..she usually takes that long to reply to me too!

Quote: Originally Posted by jamisoncollette It is so similar to a picture I cut out of a magazine! Thanks for the info, I may order it to try. Yay! I'm so glad someone may be able to wear it. I think it's beautiful and soooo affordable. Let me know if you end up getting it.

Oriental Trading also has hibiscus nametags that could work. HIBISCUS NAME TAGS

Yay!!!! You got your dress But, I cannot believe you didn't bring your camera...what??!!??

Quote: Originally Posted by Galit OMG! I just found the palm fans and flip flop playing cards too! I feel like such a dork getting all excited about this stuff, but if anyone understands its you ladies! I hope FI doesnt come home and sees me jumping on the couch over paper parasols Oh, we all definitely understand! I just asked my FI what bag he likes best for the OOT bag and he just rolled his eyes and walked upstairs...lol! While you're on that site, they have starfish and sand dollars if you need them. I also ordered plain playing cards and dice for my OOT bags. Let me know if you find anything else that you like, I'm planning on placing another order soon.

A couple girls have posted this site, which has a lot of travel-size products. I'm pretty sure they have Banana Boat sunscreen, not sure what other brands: Minimus - For All Your Travel Size Item Needs

Quote: Originally Posted by carlymcmullen I am beginning the process of gathering the information for my OOT bags and was hoping you all could give me ideas. I have one place that I liked that I found from someone (or many) others on here, but wanted to view other options. My sis and I are also talking about perhaps making simple little totes for the OOT bags, but I don't want to commit to that before finding out that I don't love anything else. So please post a pic of the OOT bag you are (or did) going to use. Here is the one that I already have bookmarked: Welcome to Ailana Kai I've been going back and forth on what to order. I just now clicked on this link and love these bags. Thanks Carly!

Quote: Originally Posted by Galit Thanks for the advice Lizz! I think I am so burned out from staring at my laptop that it just didnt occur to me to actually pick up the phone and speak to a real person So I just found out that they are in fact 12 for 30 - I am sooo excited. I haven't been able to find them anywhere for less than $4... also, thanks to your free shipping code, I will be able to order them today! I'm glad I could be of help!!! I love that site, I have found a lot of great stuff there and think it's great quality. Did you get the fans from there too? I ordered some and love them.

There was an article on Yahoo's homepage today and when to buy certain things. Apparently, wedding dress time is November: Wedding Dresses When to Buy: November (specifically, after Thanksgiving) Why: "The dynamic of the wedding industry is that most people get engaged at Christmas, and most people who are planning [a wedding] get distracted by the holidays," says Alan Fields, co-author of "Bridal Bargains." The result: very lonely bridal-shop owners anxious for business. "You have much more negotiating power," says Fields. You could easily save 15% to 25% on your dress or get free alterations (typically a $300 value).

They look great!!!! Did you make them from scratch or did you use a template?

That's what it sounds like to me. Is there a way to contact the company before ordering to double check?

Quote: Originally Posted by LaROR Lizz, Chandlyn told me in an email that Mammee Bay is available between 12-4. The only con is that it will be buffet vs. a platted meal, but you and your guests will be sectioned off from other guests. Some of my family members offered to fix and serve plates to everyone. I think that was a great idea. Even though I got a 2 pm slot, I still have a long wait until 6:30. One of my friends used the Riu's Hors D’ Ouvres menu to create a menu that included a variety of finger foods, a desert and fruit. I emailed it to Chandlyn to get a pp price. I didn't get a response back yet. I will do the hors D' Ouvres on the beach for an hour and the 2 hour disco. This will have everything ending at 6. I scheduled the dinner at Mamme Bay for 6:30. I am making it optional and informal. I want those who would like to start enjoying their vacation to do so. I plan on leaving the disco a littler earlier to take a shower and slip into comfortable clothing for dinner. Hope this idea helps some of you! Happy planning Thanks for the idea, Melissa! Let me know about the price when Chandlyn gets back to you.

to the forum! That's so great you are helping your cousin out. I'm sure you'll find tons of information here to help you plan.

Quote: Originally Posted by jilly76 here's the one I got: VINTAGE WHITE SATIN CLASSIC EVENING HANDBAGS BAG PURSE - (eBay item 250137517420 end time Jul-05-07 20:59:09 PDT) Thanks for the link! I just bookmarked that page and will probably order one.