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Quote: Originally Posted by momichele Thanks for the information. It may not be worth bringing your own. I may just ask for them to set-up a piece of white fabric from the hotel. In a perfect word, the hotel would have a wedding closet with stuff from previous brides for future brides to use. I am sure some of the stuff I am brining down I wont care about returning with and it is only going to be used once. This is my cheap and not wasting mind thinking. I feel exactly the same way. With this sorta thing you have to weight things out and see what just works the best, bringing your own or just coughing up the money. I'm leaving so much stuff there, I wish I could pass it along to another bride getting married the following week or something. Quote: Originally Posted by momichele Is everyone writing their own vows? My dress has come in so I am hoping I can pick up this week. The store is close to my 98 year old grandmom so I would hate to go pick it up and not visit but she goes to bed so early. I am writing our entire ceremony with FI... ish. We are both each writing our own vows, they will both be different and we won't know what they say until we hear them wedding day. FI wouldn't even let me outline a structure for them, oh well. Quote: Originally Posted by ~Crista-Lee~ Hi Ladies! I hope everyone had a good weekend. We had a crazy Saturday night, which declared Sunday lazy couch day. I did however buy some pashmina's from another BDW bride. It actually feels like I accomplished something... even if it wasn't on my list. Every little bit counts! Gotta love the crazy Saturday nights, I had a great weekend as well, Sunday was a little rough getting out of bed and having to go to our first dance lesson... but once we were done and I realized we were exactly 5 miles from the beach, I hit PCH and we drove for awhile and then grabbed some seafood on the ocean, that was amazing the weather over the weekend was GORGEOUS. Pashminas weren't in my plan either but I bought some and love them! Quote: Originally Posted by meghan We are writing our own vows but I have no idea where to start lol....I guess I should get on this ...any suggestions? Like Amy said below... GOOGLE! Gotta love it I was writing my vows last night and was looking at the suggestions on the knot and they were actually really helpful - Wedding Vows & Readings: 20 Tips for Writing Your Own Wedding Vows ? Wedding Planning ? Wedding Ceremony - By TheKnot.com Quote: Originally Posted by taylorwd Okay ladies, beauty treatments are done! Mimosas are ready! Sexy lingerie is all packed! And I have to be in makeup at 7:15am tomorrow morning for my BD shoot. Wish me luck!!! Oh how exciting!! You are going to have a blast, you sound confident and ready, just how you should be! You are going to rock it girl Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Google! I copied & pasted tons and then decided on a couple main things I really liked and wanted to say - like adventure with you through life, help to grow intellectually, and "I promise this for all of my days". We are going over the words next weekend together to see if we want to change them at all. Our vows are the same for eachother - the introduction the minister does before the vows is slightly different. I started with the ceremony Tiffany gave me & changed pretty much the whole thing - LOL. We are having "The Art of Marriage" by Wilfred A Peterson read by FI's Mom too. LOVE it. And doing the "Hand Ceremony". Seriously, I guess brides used to go to the library to find all this stuff? How much easier we have it with GOOGLE!!! We too are doing the hand ceremony, I love it! For real, how did people write vows before Google, straight from the heart LOL! Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Sammy, I am using 2 sheets - so its a lot of money! I wish I had not said I wanted the 2 sheets until I got down to Mexico and seen if maybe they would not charge me for the 2nd one. Ah well..... I am doing uncovered chairs and no bows so I am saving $ there I suppose. I am using the wooden plank runner and 2 tall glass flower vases with white Gladiolas in them. I am going for more of a rustic theme/look for the ceremony, hence the simple, all white decor. You found your theme!!! I love it!! Are you putting the 2 vases at the bottom of the chuppah? I totally see this theme coming together Sorry for being an MQ whore, trying to catch up with you girls!

Same here, I had a bridesmaid that booked her and her husbands tickets for a grand total of $600 from NY to Cancun back during a major price drop. She had to cancel her ticket because she booked them for the wrong dates and forgot to re-book. Now her direct flights for the 2 of them are around $1,400... and now it's questionable if she'll even make it due to waiting.

I have to turn in my final count a month ahead of time and pay for everything so it sucks for the 5 or so people that will know last minute. With the rate to fly out there now I'm not so hopefully... it's so expensive I can't even believe it!

Happy Monday Girls! I'm exhaused... my 5am wakeup for work every day just got signifcantly harder this morning. FI and I had our first dance lesson yesterday. He wanted it and then was seriously dreading it yesterday. When we left after our hour long lesson, he said, "why was I dreading that, it was SO much fun!" still shocked he had fun... we've never danced together so it was a giant relief to find out that we actually CAN dance together and quite well too, we picked up on it really fast. On the contrary to the Northeast, Cali was extra gorgeous this weekend... oh so beautiful. After our dance lesson, I realized we were approximately 5 miles from the ocean so took a drive down PCH (Pacific Coast Highway) and had seafood on the beach. We went hiking the day before as well, the weather is to die for right now. Shannon, I LOVE NY, so I'm sorry to hear about the storm. I hope weather is clearing up for you this weekend. I still need to figure out what the groomsmen are wearing so I'm WAAAY behind. All I have is their ties, LOL =) Hope everyone had a nice weekend and that NO ONE is as exhausted as me!

Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda So Amy - are you getting your hair done then or are you going to do it yourself? I thought your hair looked awesome in your engagement pix. My hairstylist is actually coming to my wedding and I asked if she minded doing my wedding hair and she's excited to do it, I got really lucky! She did my BD shoot hair which I LOVED and that hair stayed for 3 days, loved it. Quote: Originally Posted by Sammyhawk I know a lot of my questions are repeats but, I heard someone talking about buying "real touch flowers" for their centerpieces and bridal bouquets. Does anyone have more info on this? I did a quick google search, but didn't find a site for just real touch flowers, lots of sites that sold them. I was wondering if there was a site that people were ordering them from? Also, lomas increased their price for the fabric that they use to decorate the gazebo, the price doubled! I refused to pay 150 dollars for one piece of rented fabric! What are you girls doing for ceremony decor? I bought real touch flowers, I am about to get my final proof pictures any day now and I'll put up some pictures once I get them. http://www.sharonnagassardesigns.com/ is where I got mine from. Quote: Originally Posted by ~Nicole~ OMG you couldn't look bad if you tried! I did my own makeup too. I did not by any means do a fantastic job, but I never look at my pics and think "OMG my makeup is awful" lol. You'll do fine!! Awww, thanks Nicole! This morning, waking up at what now is 4am, after tossing and turning all night, wedding nightmares and general bad sleep, I look like a zombie. Quote: Originally Posted by meghan I am buying 2 pieces of fabric, but I was quoted $75 for each piece...this was before christmas though. Some people are bringing their own fabric, however, be careful with this, because they charge you a set up fee which is around $100 dollars. They will not let you set anything up yourself, so if you bring fabric you need to give it to them and pay them to set it up. I too am buying 2 pieces of fabric and got quoted $50 each or $65 or something I think, white is cheaper I believe.

Quote: Originally Posted by MrsVaughn2B I did the Bobbi Brown make up too and did my own. I was nervous about letting the spa at the resort do it. When it comes to makeup I want to be able to see it but not look like a clown. I really like the products I bought but I agree they are more expensive than MAC. I too love the products I bought, I've been using my new BB makeup almost every time I wear makeup and I can't believe how flawless I love when I use it. One of my bridesmaids owns a salon/spa and does hair and makeup but unfortunately she did my hair and makeup for my engagement shoot and I hated my makeup and she's not my normal hair stylist. She did my MOH's hair at her wedding and it kept falling out so I got nervous. I'm doing my own makeup, I do a pretty good job with it but I know it won't be as good as a professional but at LEAST I won't look different day of because of my makeup which is what I was worried about.

Congrats Lori & Abbie! Well deserved

Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Oh Really? That expensive? I thought I'd take my current make up with me and only buy what I need. Like I love my MAC powder so I would not trade that or my Cover Girl mascara. Thats so funny Amy, I call my eyes "squinty eyes" or "beady eyes" which I got from my dad. They are like 1/4 of the size of FI's - who has beautiful big eyes. Yeah that expensive... for me at least. I don't wear makeup at all during the week, I mean not even face powder, I'm such a slacker and I love the feeling of my bare skin against the wind, even though, I'm sure I'm the only one that appreciates this. I use organic Korres powder which is good but will not withstand the humidity. I told the chick, I need to withstand, wind (LOL, I just wrote wine by mistake) humidity, sweat and tears. So she gave me some heavy duty sh*t. I ended up getting mositurzer, eye cream, corrector, concealor and the setting powder, the all over setting powder, blush, waterproof eye liner in the pot with the specific eyeliner brush and waterproof mascara.... 3 eyeshadows and I think that's it... sooooo yeah I DID buy a lot. I'm used to MAC makeup too, Bobbi Brown in comparison is $20 per eyeshadow and their brushes are PRICEY! I was warned about this before I went but I really love makeup and products and yet I only wear it on the weekend. I'm really into good face cream though and their face cream super rocks! Can I say Happy Friday to you all?!

Quote: Originally Posted by taylorwd Okay, I kinda figured out the picture thing. Sorry for the HUGE picture! I'm not sure how to resize it since it's directly from the web. I'm going for this look but with less shimmer. If it doesn't work out I'm flexible and we'll see what the makeup artist comes up with! I can't see it. Try using Image hosting, free photo sharing & video sharing at Photobucket to upload the pix to and then copy and paste the fourth link into the body of the message and it should come up.

Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Quick question - how are you girls deciding on your make up looks? Are you looking online or in magazines and where? I am going to Bobbi Brown in the next month or so and she said to bring pictures with me of what I want. I have no idea where to look! I went to Bobbi Brown last month and didn't bring any pictures. I basically picked out the eyeshadow colors I liked best and described my look to her as a smokey eye. I love the smokey eye look and it really works with my brown eyes. I have slanty annoying eyes and I always want them to look bigger so that's what I told her. My vintage style is more old style glam so the smokey eye works. Pictures definitely wouldn't hurt! BE PREPARED though... I almost fell down when they told me the total of how much my makeup cost and I didn't even buy everything OR any of the brushes! I had to wait and separately buy other makeup I needed...

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Katie~ Amy, how do I vote for you?? Sorry I've not been replying to much - only managed to log on at work quickly today and been a tad distracted.... My nan fell put her front door last night and we spent all of Wednesday night in a & e with her - she's broken her cheek bone and broken her eye socket I was sooo upset - that's my nana. I went work today but left early and spent all evening round at hers - me and the other grandchildren took shifts throughout the day! I'm home now (it's 11pm here) but I'm shattered after last night and today and am off to bed. Night all. Xx Oh no!! I'm so sorry to hear that! That is so nice that you're close to her, I'm sure she loves having all her grandchildren show up and stay with her and all the love. I hope she gets better quickly!

Quote: Originally Posted by Abbie i voted (ps amy your siggy is a smidge too large, could you fix it pretty please?) Fixed it! Is is better?

Quote: Originally Posted by taylorwd Both excellent ideas! Thanks ladies!! Yeah, Etsy is dangerous. I haven't bought decoration for my hair yet but there's a beautiful ivory pearl hair vine on there that I want. I'm just trying to convince myself it's worth the $$. I can't attach a pic of my dress but if you're curious, you can find it on Paloma Blanca's website. Style #3912. I just love it to death! I originally thought I wanted a more flowy/beachy-type dress...until I tried this one on. And, I got the sample which fit like a tee and was 50% off You are going to be so gorgeous!! You've thought of everything down to the smallest detail. I can't wait to see the pics of you and your vintage wedding! I wish I had it in me to plan details like that. I don't blame you not wanting to toss your garter! It sounds exquisite. We're not doing the garter toss since our guests are pretty much family and two friends, one of which is married. So that would be weird... You're dress is stunning! I said out loud "wow!" it's so classic and pretty. 50% doesn't hurt either! Thank you! Shoot, I had enough time, over 2 years of planning gives you the time to think of everything... twice. I have a lot to sell and I've flown right over budget, let's just put it this way. I'm a fan of little details so that's all I've been focusing on! Quote: Originally Posted by renee1811 Taylor, your dress is GORGEOUS!!!! I think you totally need to spend the money on the hair piece you love--with a beautiful dress like that, you need something snazzy for the hair! And awesome job getting the sample dress for half the price; makes it even better! A-GREED!!! I think you should get something for your hair if you love it, it's your wedding, it only happens once and if you like it, go for it. You could always sell it later.

Shannon - You look goregous! Love your dress, so pretty! Di - LOL! I read that and was like... it's a White One? Well that was a given, haha! I totally didn't realize that was the brand name Can't wait to see it! I had the hardest time finding a dress! I probably tried on 60 dresses before going to a salon alone and finding it.

Quote: Originally Posted by renee1811 I voted for you! Next week is spring break, so the perfect time for you to fly all of us to Bermuda for drinks with Amy!! Thanks girl!!! I totally appreciate it Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Yeah you could all come over for my bermuda bachelorette party - we are going to do the same theme - me in an ugly wedding gown and the girls all in ugly bridesmaid dresses !!!! I would LOVE it to have my BDW gals too! You are the MOTY Ames! I have a small blue pin that was my grandmothers which I will pin to the inside of my dress. 2 of my friends borrowed it from me too for their dresses - blue, borrowed, and old! I am borrowing my best friend's veil - not sure I'll walk down the aisle with it - but want one for pictures at least. I love the pix of the bride & groom kissing under the veil. Renee - way to go on Insanity!!!!!!! Looks like you found what works for you! OMG, that would be such a fun bachelorette party!! All of us meeting, drinking, wearing ugly bridesmaids dresses and you getting sloshed in your ugly wedding gown, LOL! Wahooo!! How exciting!

Quote: Originally Posted by Jen_S Great Thanks! I am ordering! Woo hoo!!! Good luck!

Quote: Originally Posted by Jen_S I am going to order it but I see reference to Classic and Lean are they both on the dvds or are they two different sets of dvds? Yep, there are the two different options with the same program

One last thing, I want to re-thank you girls that voted for me for B2B MotM! I'm tied in first place and it makes me have this warm fuzzy feeling that wishes I could take you all to Bermuda to have drinks with Amy

Quote: Originally Posted by taylorwd Brilliant!! I love that! AmyKH, a garter that lies flat, you say? Hm that might work. I hadn't seen any like that but I haven't really looked either. Usually they're frilly. I'm on the hunt! A blue piece of jewelry might work, a ring possibly, but I'm definitely going the simple route when it comes to jewelry. I've got dime-size ivory pearl and crystal cluster earrings and a pearl bracelet. I love my dress so much I want it to be the shining star! Well besides me, of course Etsy has everything!!! Just be careful because you can go crazy on there! I love the simplist jewelry, you IN the dress is definitely the shining star. I can't wait to see your dress, sounds similar to mine (silk and form fitting) I am wearing a pearl necklace, pearl earrings or these cool vintage inspired jeweled earrings I found. I have a tulle cage veil and a feather fascinator with a vintage broach on it which I will wear either with the veil or after the ceremony for the reception. My garter is flat lace with cut out flourishment <---- not in fact a real word... with a similar toss garter. It was so expensive though I almost don't want to toss it, LOL! My shoes are ivory, peeptoe slingback and I'm have a feather clip made for the top. So I will be more decorated than I ever have been

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Katie~ I'm cheating, but only because I want to - my favourite perfume is Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue....and if I spray it, I am effectively wearing it, so that's my something blue! Good luck! How clever are you!! I love it

Quote: Originally Posted by ~Katie~ could the hankie your mums given to you be your something borrowed? then you could give it back to her afterwards No she gave those to me... she also gifted me 80+ year old pearls that were passed down to her. She won't take anything back! She even gave me her mothers wedding ring and engagement ring and I made her keep that for a little while longer. Her mom is still alive!

Quote: Originally Posted by sammysgirl Di- we NEED to see your dress!!! Agreed!! I'd love to see it Whos the designer?

PhillyBride, thanks for sharing your story, it makes me feel a whole lot better! I have 6 suitcases as of now and am worried I may have to purchase more. Half my living room has been taken over by boxes of wedding stuff!

Quote: Originally Posted by renee1811 I am SOOOO excited--I have lost 8 pounds in the past 2 months, and I tried on my wedding dress tonight and it fit perfectly!! It was a tad snug when I got it 3 months ago, but now I feel like all that darn Insanity has paid off! I still want to lose a few more pounds so I look my best, but the pressure isn't nearly so bad! OMG! That's amazing!!! I never weight myself, I wish I knew if things were changing, LOL! How do you like Insanity? I didn't see any huge difference from it, weight lifting is what does it for me oddly enough.