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Quote: Originally Posted by MoBride Then I will be in a white silk satin gown. It's strapless and a-line, simple with only a little beading right under the bustline but I just wonder if I will look ridiculous?? And how hot I will be!!!!! It doesn't sound too formal to me, I think it sounds just right!

Quote: Originally Posted by bex1975 Too funny! Thats the dress I was going with until I checked out the website one day and found this on. It had just come out and it was exactly what I wanted from te beginning but could not find. I wanted something with clean lines that was simple and I found it!! still going back and forth on whether or not i will wear a veil. where are your BM dresses from? I got mine at davids too. The floral strapless dress in clover I wanted something simple too, but did fall in love with my dress. I love them both now! My one sister wanted the floral dress from David's, but the other didn't, so we looked around. We ended up getting them at Stella Maris, which is right off of 476 on MacDade Blvd. They are tea length pink strapless dresses. Funny b/c I really wanted light green, but this dress looked so good on all of my BMs in the pink.

Our situations sound very similar. I sent my STDs with a cut-off of August 15 for the "special discounted rate" and got 60+ people booked. I wanted to wait til 3 months before to send the invitations, but my TA told me she needs to know definitely how many are coming by the end of January. This seems REALLY early for a May wedding. I think guests are going to think I'm nuts sending out invites 6 months before the wedding, don't you? But I guess this is how it has to be done... If I were you, I'd send them out before the holiday rush, so it doesn't get put to the side during the holidays.

I think I'm getting both the koozies and the cups at: Promotional Products, Coffee Travel Mugs, Koozies, Wedding Favors!

Matt, That is a truly amazing story. It makes me realize all the details of the wedding just aren't that important. As long as I'm with Mike and our families/friends, it will be perfect. Thanks for sharing and your beautiful pictures.

OMG!!!!! HOT! I'm getting a little embarrassed, I feel like I'm walking into your bedroom...lol

Ocho Rios sounds like it was affected, but definitely not the extent that everyone expected. I emailed the WC at RIU Ocho Rios and this was her response: Hi Elizabeth Thanks for your thoughts and prayers. Fortunately we were not greatly affected here in Ocho Rios. We are alive and are very grateful that. Some homes are flooded and most places are without electricity. Again, thanks for your prayers. Regards Chandlyn

Sorry girls, this is off topic from RIU... Quote: Originally Posted by bex1975 here is the Style #: T9337 I LOVE IT! I tried that on in the long style and loved it, but the tea length one wasn't out yet. When I went back to pick mine up, I saw that and was like "are you kidding me?!!?" Mine is no longer available at David's, but this is almost the exact same one they have on Alfred Angelo's website:

Quote: Originally Posted by bex1975 I actually found my dress at David's bridal. I was looking for a tea length dress and they seem to have the only ones that I really liked. My goal is to have it ordered by this weekend. I got a tea-length dress at David's too! What does yours look like?

Quote: Originally Posted by Heidi I agree with LIzz...I'd order it. Then again, I got mine at David's Bridal and walked out with it the same day! LOL...I did the same thing, I got my dress at Davids. It only took like 3 weeks to come in (but they told me it may take up to 4 months). I'm also outside of Philly...all of us Philly/Jersey brides here...crazy!

I say pick the place you want to get married, regardless of anyone elses' opinions and then make it definite. Don't listen to what others say, it's YOUR wedding. If both of your sets of parents will be there, that is wonderful. Other than your parents, don't change your plans for people (and it sounds like your parents wouldn't ask you to change your plans). That being said, if you think you wouldn't regret it in the long run, I'd say elope if it makes you both happy! (Sorry, I just reread this and I'm talking in circles...)

Quote: Originally Posted by bex1975 Hi girls! am new to this site and find you ALL A WEALTH OF INFORMATION! I am geting married at the Riu on Jan 26, 2008. I feel like I still have a TON to do! I haven't even ordered my dress. Have it picked out...is this a problem?? You still have 5 months, which is plenty of time to get stuff done. But I would definitely get a move on with your dress. Most bridal shops recommend ordering your dress very early (and it may take awhile to find what you want too!). Tell us your plans, we love to hear what everyone is doing....

Trista, Soooo happy to hear this news! Hopefully the hotel realizes the situation you were in and gives you a room. Keep us updated.

That's great! It still doesn't feel real to me, I'm waiting for that moment to happen

Michelle! You will find tons of info here. Happy planning!

Quote: Originally Posted by jamaica2008 hello everyone, thought i'd join in on this one as i'm a new Jamaica RIU Bride. reading through this thread has scared the living daylights out of me.....there is so much to think about......i thought getting married abroad would be so easy! Don't worry, you definitely don't need to go overboard and do everything we talk about. Some of us are just crazy planners and others just go with what's offered at the RIU and their weddings are beautiful. Just decide what is most important to you (flowers, photographer, etc) and focus on that, the rest will fall into place. Tell us what you're thinking for your wedding and we'll help get you started.

to the forum, Becky! Congrats on your engagement! It sounds like you at least have an idea of what you want, so that's a great start. There are tons of people here to help you...Ask away!!!

Gemma! Congrats on making your decision. I'm also getting married at the ROR. There are a lot of us on this forum and we can definitely help you out. Happy Planning!

Matt! That's great you have the date and location, they are 2 of the hardest things to get done. Can't wait to hear more of your plans. Congrats to you and Danielle!

to the forum, Vivi! Let us know how we can help you with your planning! Congrats!!!!!!!!!!

Nadine & Trista, You're both in my thoughts, I hope it all works out for you. So sorry this is happening!

to the forum, Sara! You will find tons of information here. Happy Planning!!!

to the forum! There are tons of Cabo brides here to help you out. Happy Planning!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by lizz10179 I'm stopping by there later today. I will buy them if there is 17-20. No problem at all, I was planning to go anyway. I'll let you know either way tonight if they had them. Michelle - I just got back...Sorry, I didn't find any of the bags at the Walmart near me

Thank you...sooo helpful!