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to the forum and congratulations on your recent engagement! You will find so much information here to help you plan. Let us know what you are thinking and maybe we can help you choose a location. Happy planning!

Quote: Originally Posted by Morgan VistaPrint - Business Cards - Full Color Printing - Digital Printing Company | VistaPrint I just found this link for 100 postcards for $18. Let me know if you know how to get a better deal. I'm going to order STDs soon. I got an email from Vista today for free notepads. When I clicked on it, it took me to the Vista site where it said 100 postcards are free. I can forward you the email if you PM me your email address. Not sure if it would work for you, but you can try!

With your wedding being 8 months away, I would send out a formal invite in the next month or so instead of a STD. Otherwise, you'll send the STD now and then send an invitation in a few months anyway. The more information your guests have, the easier it will be for them to plan. 8 months seems like awhile, but for a DW, it's really not because people have to think about work/money/passports/etc.

Quote: Originally Posted by RaydensMama OK so first my choice was A, then D, but I think Im choosing A, but Im thinking pink font instead of purple. What do you guys think? That will look great...I love it!

to the forum! I am also getting married at the RIU Ocho Rios! You will find tons of information here. Let us know how we can help you plan.

Carly, Mo talks about it in the thread titled: "All RiuOR Noon or Earlier Brides...What can we do until 6PM" on the 4th or 5th page (sorry I couldn't get the link to work!).

Well, I certainly don't think you're fat and I am certain you don't look like a whale in it; but, I know what I think isn't the issue. If you're really really not comfortable with how you look in the dress, you should return it. It's your wedding day and you want to be happy with yourself and feel good.

I think it's a beautiful dress, so I can't imagine it looking bad on you. Explain more what YOU don't like in the pictures (not your mom or sis)...

Quote: Originally Posted by Hopels Thanks for the info... my hairdresser says it shouldn't be a problem (except for maybe the back, which is really short right now). Its so hard to tell what is possible, since most examples are done with long hair. When you search "short hair wedding" you get pictures that look like my hair everyday, but with a tiara My hair is straight and pretty fine. I thought about getting a really good blowout with a flip at the bottom, but I'm worried it won't hold in the heat/humidity. My hair is about that length now. I'm in a wedding next month, so I think I'm going to have to steal this idea! (Thanks!) Hopefully, my hair will be at least shoulder-length by May because I want to put it up for my wedding. Thanks for all of the ideas girls!!!

That looks awesome! You're getting so much figured out this week (photographer, invitations, honeymoon), it must feel great

I've always loved that song...good choice!

Quote: Originally Posted by Wisco4 So is it bad if I just use the store bought jewelry cleaner? You know the stuff in the red jar that has a little brush to get into the hard to reach spots? My ring looks awesome after it's cleaned with it. I also find that lotion get's my ring looking foggy and smudged so I take it off before applying any. I hope it's not bad...that's what I use too!

Quote: Originally Posted by carlymcmullen I have a quick question for you all - is Mammee Bay and Seagrapes a part of the Riu? I am wondering cuz the prices are great, I wonder if I could book our reception there (or if there are other options nearby). Here is the price list options I was provided: (I would like to have a reception down there, but can't afford the $75/pp which is the option that I like) *** Your reception choices for all onsite guests are as follows: $15pp after the 2nd guest :basic cocktail reception includes cake, champagne, and cold hordourves $25pp private cocktail reception includes cake, champagne, hot and cold hordourves and an open bar for one hour $50pp dinner only reception includes a 4 course dinner with an open bar for 2 hours. $75pp private cocktail and dinner reception includes cake, champagne, hot and cold hordourves, open bar for 3 hours and a 4 course dinner. Wow, those prices are crazy! Yes, they are a part of the RIU. You should definitely see if you can book your reception there, it's right next door, isn't it? (Then we can hang out too!)

Quote: Originally Posted by carlymcmullen Lizz - that is just not true! My wedding is at 5 pm on a Saturday on May 17th at Beaches. I did have to pay extra for the "twilight" ceremony which included a package, but I cant recall now what and I have that info at home... Interesting... I'll have to look into this. Thanks Carly!

Hey girls! I have been looking for an inexpensive starfish necklace and found one at Kohl's. I'm not sure if they are a national/international chain or not, so I checked online and they also have them there. Here is the link for those who are interested: apt. 9 Sterling Silver Starfish Pendant

Hey girls! I originally posted about them on August 4. I apologize, I was wrong, they were 30 cents not 15 cents (I knew it was something really cheap!). http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...-michaels.html

Mo, I'm glad you got everything worked out, that sounds like a good plan. I don't think anyone will be offended about the rehearsal dinner. That is normal to have a dinner with the wedding party, they probably won't think twice about it. Chandlyn also emailed me yesterday. She said that the $10 per person for Seagrapes is $10 total not per hour. Also, Carolina at RIU emailed me to say that there are no cancellations on the day of my wedding yet and that there is no way I can be moved to a later time I'm thinking I may call them next month just to check again. I also offered to pay extra to have my wedding moved to 5:00, but she said ministers and judges don't work after 4:00 in Jamaica. Oh well!

Quote: Originally Posted by BrittneyD I just got an e-mail from Chandalyn. She just reserved a section of St. Ann's for 50 people for the rehearsal dinner. I will probably have to change the number once we get an accurate idea of the number of guests. Just wanted to let you guys know that she will reserve a section for more than 30 people. Thanks! I'll contact her about this. Did you have to pay extra for it?

Quote: Originally Posted by matty-g I have not tried Nordstroms yet. I'm scared to, I think they are going to be too over priced. Look on their website, they are actually very reasonable.

Drea...I love them!!!! You guys are so fun!

Tammy, all of the pictures are great, you were a gorgeous bride! Thanks so much for sharing!!!

LOL...those pics are so cute and funny! Can't wait to see more!!!!

I definitely wouldn't cancel. You will still find ways to have fun outside of the water. It sucks, but don't let you ruin your whole trip.

to the forum! Happy planning!!!

to the forum! You'll find tons of ideas here.