kristi

Does anyone have any ideas for shoes? (for you & bridesmaids)

actually it's right inside the terrace. I believe it is big enough for round tables..I'm not sure how many though.

I think we have about 30 people going so far....We're going to do the cocktail party outside on the terrace and the reception inside. I figured being out in the sun all day it might be nice to eat inside...and maybe go back out and dance..how about you?

It's so different! I love it!

Quote: Originally Posted by xJuicyJx I'm an Esthetician (a.k.a. Skin Care Specialist). I have two jobs.. I work in a Spa where I do facials, makeup, and waxing. My other job is at a hair salon where I do facials but I also do hair. Me too! I've been doing hair for about 5 years now. I love it! Something about the salon atmosphere.

I hate when that happens! Are you on any type of bc? I'm pretty sure there's not a way to skip w/o being on the pill. Good luck!

Jodey, I was wondering the same thing. We are going with the photographer from the resort but I wanted to upgrade too. I want more than 50 pics...also I wonder if those pics are all of us or the wedding party too. I want some with my parents and friends. I e-mailed Claudia..just waiting to hear back..I'll let you know what she says.

well I just ordered the philosophy starter kit from sophera..I'm going to give it a try! Also I just read about that eyelash curler in Domino magazine..it was on the top 10. Thanks for all the secrets!!

It's the worst pain I have ever felt but totally worth it!!

Hi Kate! I'm new too! You are going to love this..everyone is so helpful!

She must be really busy..I haven't received a response yet either!

Thanks Jilly! Did you guys get the pictures that came with the wedding package along with the pics you had done or did you get a credit for them? Do you recommend getting a different photographer or just using the resorts? Thanks!

Paula..does Claudia's husband do the video that's included in the package at the resort? Or was that through your photographer? Thanks!

Can anyone tell me what the video is like in the ultimate package? Or should we hire someone else? Just wondering if it's anything special or just a plain old video...thanks

Hi! Does anyone know what the video is like that comes with the ultimate package? We have to make a decision whether to bring a videographer in or not. thanks for your help!

Wow! That's great that you already have 30 people! Your right it does add up though. From what I've seen so far..I might have cocktails and dancing outside on the terrace and dinner inside...I heard it gets windy. I really can't decide on what package to do...we were going to go with the ultimate package. But now I'm not sure..if we have someone else do the pics and video I may just go with the silver package...we don't really need the live music during the cocktail hr...and we'll just get massages during our honeymoon. So with that extra $ we can put it towards other things. What are you doind for your music? I can't decide if I want to do the sound system or the DJ....Do you know if someone controls the sound system or are we on our own..probably on our own.... did you book a suite or a regular room..are you staying at the same resort for your hm or are you going somewhere else? That's awesome you started planning so early..and this forums great....so much info!

can anyone recommend a good concealer or foundation? Right now I'm using bareminerals but sometimes it's a little flacky. I need something really light..anyone use clinique skin products? I've been using them for about a year. They're just ok..I may try philosophy..what's your opinion?

Thanks I'm very excited to get married at Dreams! Do you recommend just getting the dvd with the ultimate package..instead of having someone brought in? Is it just a recording of the ceremony..do they take clips and put it with music? Sorry I have so many questions! I'm just trying to decide what to do for the video....we're having a party when we get back home and want to play the video. We're on a budget and unfortunetly can only get a photographer or a videographer so I have to use one from the resort...can you help?

Quote: Originally Posted by tlomlad kristi... i my personal opinion, YES. the other possible reception sites are the garden, beach, indoor terrance, and outdoor terrance. THe garden is the area between the gazebo and the private tower pool. The only beach reception is held on the private tower beach [they used to have receptions on the main beach but ever since Hitmisu, the japanesse resturatant, went up they stop holding them there]. Apparently, they also used to have receptions in the SPA but that became an issue with guests entering the 'private rooms for massages', lol. Also, setup was difficult and was ruining the spa experience for non-wedding memebers since setup usually started around 6/7 and the spa didnt close till 8. That could however, be something that you and Claudia discuss and see what you can do. reasons why we picked the terrance- 1. the natural elements during dinner 2. there is an actually bar in the lobby --> not sure if a bar would be set-up on location or if wait staff would get drinks we wanted our guests to have the option to get it themselves 3. we are doing one long table... 35/40 guests.... saw pictures of these in terrace and really liked it/ 4. heels & such in grass or sand... ** one thing that might be negative about the terrance... it is afterall a lobby for the hotel. so there is foot traffic during your wedding. That is how i was able to capture some pics of the other wedding, i personally wouldnt mind it much, as long as people were respectful but thats something that should be taken into consideration hope this helps! This helps alot thanks! I think we'll go with the terrace..I like how the bar is right there. 1 more question..are you having your dinner outside on the terrace or the inside? Thanks!

Thanks! congrats to you! I looked at your pics they are beautiful..thanks for sharing them. I have a few qustions if you don't mind me asking...where did you hold your reception? Who did you use for photography? Did you use someone else for your video as well? Did you use the video or pics from the packages at all? Thanks a ton!

what is everyone doing for photography? Where are you planning on having your reception? Thanks

The wedding coorinator is Claudia....her e-mail is [email protected]. it takes a really long time to hear back from them. If you have a TA your best bet would be to have her set it up. Good luck!

does anyone have pictures of the different reception sites? Also who is everyone using for photography? Is everyone staying in a suite? We just booked a regular room..figuring we wouldn't be in there alot..should I switch it? Thanks girls!!

wow! it's so beautiful! Thanks so much for all the info and pics! I'm so excited! Did the terrece look like the best place to have the reception?

Is everyone getting married before they leave home and having a non-legal ceremony? Just wondered if it's alot easier..