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Yes, I bought it at Mon Amie (was so mad to get home and see my dress in on of their adds....). How did you come accross Mon Amie? You are in WI right? Love the selection, but the service is less than desirable (except for the last girl I got, Sarah W. she was fantastic and helpful)! I live in Mpls. My little sister lives in Santa Monica so I flew out my mom for mothers day... there were a few designers that I couldn't find in MN. I worked with Caitlyn, super nice... but there was some pushy accessories lady and the manager was ok, kind of bossy... and as you can see the sample dress is a little tight (I've already lost 9 lbs, yeeaa!) but it zipped up... and she ordered me a dress 3 times bigger... hmmm, will be interesting. I tried to tell her that I won't be coming there for altrations, but she wasn't having it!

You are ADORABLE! Really cute dress. Congrats you TWO.... or shall I say 3?!.

Hi! I can totally relate... I was planning a Dreams wedding too, but it stressed me out so much that they were not getting back to me that I switched locations. If you really love Dreams, I would also suggest hiring an outside WC. I know that hiring a WC to work with a WC is kind of hard to swallow... but trust me, it is sooooo worth it. My WC answers my emails within minutes most of the time, speaks English fluently which is mega helpful to me, and isn't overworked and under paid. If you are planning a simple ceremony/reception and want to save as much money as possible you can probably wait to make most of your plans upon arrival... but you'll have to relax and let go! It WILL turn out beautiful. But, if you are like me and into the details, an outside WC is the way to go. It is the best money spent so far and am not sorry bc of the peace of mind and no stress! Hope this reasoning helps. I've been there!

Albertabride: Love your "digs"- just learned that word from my little cousins, ha. You are going to look beautiful, and your baby girl is sooooooo cute! FH not so bad himself! I think aqua shirts would be great, not sure if it will look a little....um... feminine with the vest though. Try it out and see what you think! Nicole: I do like the colored bows.... but I think that if you kept white no one would notice:-) If you use yellow flower petals, you might want to use a little more so that it will show up against the sand:-) I think not having anything up at the front is perfect! I'm not either.

Awesome! I went to college with Jeremy... he is an AWESOME guy! I wanted to use him as a photog but my villa has an approved list. HE IS GREAT FOR ANYONE WHO IS LOOKING!

Quote: Originally Posted by nicoleandscott i found them!!!!! and bought them!!!! thanks for the tip! anyone found small bottles of aloe?? I found aloe and sunscreen at dollar tree for, you guessed it, $1. Thanks for the nice comments about my dress! Made my day:-)

Nice dresses!!!! Nicole: cute short dress and love the shoes! I am leaning towards wearing these Kenneth Cole wedge sandals... they are pearl white with shells on them.. that I got on clearance last year. I love pretty heels, but they are not going to be so pretty if I am wobbling down the isle. I am 5"9 and don't wear heels that often!

LOVE it! Now.... will it fit in my suitecase?

OK January Ladies: Now that I am getting to know you... I was wondering if we could post pictures... I would love to see your wedding dresses and anything else that you are excited about for your wedding!!!! I am so excited for ALL OF US!

Quote: Originally Posted by erinnjosh not to post 1000 things in a row =) i'm still trying to go back and catch up on what you guys have been writing. as far as jewelry goes...i was thinking of doing some classy coral earings. i'll have to take a picture and post it. my MOH is wearing coral. Is that trashy? my future MIL seems to think that getting married in anything BUT PEARLS is a terrible idea.... I am making jewlery for the girls with glass beads.... I don't want the formal look of pearls... with that said, I got the cutest bracelet that has crystals and pearls... maybe there is a compromise! It is by MEG: Bella Jewels.com - products Also, if you search Agape Gems on here there is some great jewlery as well... I am looking at it right now!

Sure! I created this link... the pics are at the beginning... then somewhere in the middle is the pic of my RSVP card... and then I created a whole word and it is posted towards the end of the thread that has everything you could possibly need! I am not really crafty either. Actually, my FH helped me out too! It was a fun project together but having another gal would be a plus! http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t26788 I changed locations too... much happier with my new location!

Quote: Originally Posted by erinnjosh Hey ladies!! I'm also an January 2009 Bride. 1.16.09 to be exact. We were planning a Moon Palace wedding in Cancun BUT we have changed it to Aventura Spa Palace! I'm super excited about it and the on-site WC has already been emailing me! We have our save the dates out for the AHR and Wedding in Cancun. Photog Booked--using Elizabeth Medina. Dress purchased. Only one BM, GM. So that's easy enough. AND...so far that's it! I've started looking at invitiations/announcements. I'm amazed at home expensive they are! Anyways, I can't wait to chat with you ladies more!! Just wanted to introduce myself! Erin What made you change locations?

Quote: Originally Posted by erinnjosh Hey ladies!! I'm also an January 2009 Bride. 1.16.09 to be exact. We were planning a Moon Palace wedding in Cancun BUT we have changed it to Aventura Spa Palace! I'm super excited about it and the on-site WC has already been emailing me! We have our save the dates out for the AHR and Wedding in Cancun. Photog Booked--using Elizabeth Medina. Dress purchased. Only one BM, GM. So that's easy enough. AND...so far that's it! I've started looking at invitiations/announcements. I'm amazed at home expensive they are! Anyways, I can't wait to chat with you ladies more!! Just wanted to introduce myself! Erin Awesome! I am using Elizabeth Medina too! Invites are expensive... I made my own and they turned out great if you are feeling a little ambitious! Mine cost me under $1 a piece plus stamps.

Quote: Originally Posted by erinnjosh Hey ladies!! I'm also an January 2009 Bride. 1.16.09 to be exact. We were planning a Moon Palace wedding in Cancun BUT we have changed it to Aventura Spa Palace! I'm super excited about it and the on-site WC has already been emailing me! We have our save the dates out for the AHR and Wedding in Cancun. Photog Booked--using Elizabeth Medina. Dress purchased. Only one BM, GM. So that's easy enough. AND...so far that's it! I've started looking at invitiations/announcements. I'm amazed at home expensive they are! Anyways, I can't wait to chat with you ladies more!! Just wanted to introduce myself! Erin Awesome! I am using Elizabeth Medina too! Invites are expensive... I made my own and they turned out great if you are feeling a little ambitious! Mine cost me under $1 a piece plus stamps.

Quote: Originally Posted by Mishka Designs I'm sorry!! I thought I replied to this and then realized I didn't - I'm a space cadet! You made me laugh too by calling this arrangement "drowned orchids" - super funny! If I'm not mistaken, I believe they probably tied fishing wire around the orchid and then attached it to one of the rocks at the bottom - orchids actually don't float very well at all, so I don't think it was too hard to keep the orchid down. In fact, I can't tell, but if they had a longer stem on the orchid, they might have been able to simply anchor it with the stem caught amongst the rocks - but I do think fishing wire is a safer bet. I do think other flowers could look great in this arrangement - you just need to anchor them with the fishing wire and rock to keep them submerged! NP! Thanks.... I was looking on your website and my fav wedding you did was where you had all of the blue, brown, white cylinder candles at different heights... so beautiful. Not enough room in my suit case though! My newest idea: I want to do aqua/teal and red! I have been looking for fabric for table runners/squares... so pretty. But I also like when there is touches of white, brown and even magenta! I have been googling aqua and red and like everything I see...however, I would like a more romantic or whimsy feel than the modern I am seeing. I also have been looking at white papel picado flags and want to incorporate them and lanterns. Do you think I can create a romantic Mexico feel with these colors? Any ideas?

Wow! That's great Amarillis!!! Looks beautiful.. and so fun to have kids there to enjoy your special day... they have such a unique perspective on things... Im sure they will see things you might have missed! Sblake... bummer about your friend not being able to make it, but how exciting about the twins!

Wow! That's great Amarillis!!! Looks beautiful.. and so fun to have kids there to enjoy your special day... they have such a unique perspective on things... Im sure they will see things you might have missed! Sblake... bummer about your friend not being able to make it, but how exciting about the twins!

Amarillis that is so awesome that you have so many people joining you in Cuba!! Did I miss why you picked that location? Do you have any pictures??

I am in the same boat with the Groom and GM's clothes... not for a lack of trying, more... not getting anywhere fast! And the sale thing is good... but I have a bunch of hockey players too! Go figure, no sizes available!

Quote: Originally Posted by nicoleandscott i had some good progress today! i'm glancing at my ticker on my more recent posts and trying not to freak out... i found the bmaids' earrings today (part of their gift) @ dillard's! i <3 that store. i have to go search for 4 more pair at surrounding locations, but that's ok! more excuses to shop. haha like i need that right now... maybe (?) found my earrings, but i'm receiving mixed reactions (such as "funky" and "unique" annnnd untraditional)...so boo i got the actual "bag" for the OOT bags...although it's not a bag...haha it's a navy gable box that i am making a custom label for. it will match the water bottle labels that will accompany the OOT box scored $1 one ounce hand sanitizers at bath & body works for the OOT boxes found the last loose ends of "honeymoon" clothes (bcbg is having an amazing sale 30-70% off on most things + an extra 20% on their in store stuff..go now!) ... haven't done anything about shoes, but i think i can scrounge up old pairs to match new stuff! found fun fun stuff for decorations and a partial centerpieces for the AHR..hobby lobby is having a nice sale, too! so yay for today! still mucho to do! it was good to get out and get some things done! keep working at it january brides!! Rock on Nicole!

Quote: Originally Posted by seaprincess So, quick update to the ladies who I know can feel my pain because we are all trying to get stuff done on the same timeline....I have to start from scratch with my BM dresses!!! Long story short, after multiple phone calls to JCrew, and them cancelling 2 orders for lack of inventory...I have 2 BM dresses and need 3 and there is absolutely no way I can work around it without returning the 2 and starting over....such a bummer! bummer!!! well, if you are going to have a snafoo better now than on your wedding day!

Great Ideas! I had that picture saved with the drowned orchids... Question: How do you keep the flower in place? Do you think other flowers would look good in this arrangement?

You looked beautiful! Congrats and enjoy married life!

Hi! I wouldn't worry. Ironically, of the 5 weddings I have been to in the past year, all except one had more gals than guys. In fact, I went to a very fancy wedding and there were 10 BMs and only 5 GMs.... it did not look funny at all! Each guy had 2 gals on his arm. I think this is a lot better than asking extras to be in your wedding or leaving someone out... In fact, I may be asking one more so it will be 4 and 3 too. I'm just not feeling right leaving the one girl out! This is the least of your worries!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by ypc09 I am looking for a more reasonable priced mariachi or Trio for our reception in PV can anyone give me a contact name and number? Our hotel is quoting us $750/hr. Mine is quoting $750 per hour as well!