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hey ladies! I have a food question for any of the past brides that are still around....i have the gold menu and was thinking about choosing the "vanilla puff pastry cake with cognac sauce" for dessert. Now my question is...is it really like a cake or is it more of a cream puff?? if anyone had this as their dessert, please let me know what you thought of it. If it's a cake than I don't think I want it since we are also having a wedding cake.

I definitely felt that way!! I ordered my dress in May and it won't be ready until January. About two months ago I started freaking out thinking I bought the wrong dress and I was looking at other dresses that were sooo beautiful, but my moh, SIL and mom all said stop looking at other dresses, the one you picked is gorgeous. Which of course made me feel better for a while. But i was able to "visit" my dress (well the sample of it) at the bridal shop the other day and i just fell in love with it all over again!

Quote: Originally Posted by LeNell Quick question, When we get married do we have to post a review?? Because I dont see any reviews from dreams tulum... from Aug-Oct. 09 We don't HAVE TO post a review, but it is helpful to all the future brides. I don't think any girls from the forum got married between those dates which is probably why no reviews have been posted. It could also be that someone hasn't gotten a chance to write one yet.

thanks everyone! I only have one other bm which makes this a bit easier. I was thinking about just giving them a color and letting them choose what they want. I found some really cute dresses by B2 which also make maternity dresses. Thanks Morgan for all the info!

My sister is my MOH and has told me that she wants to have another baby! Which is fine by me but I'm a bit concerned about what dresses she will be able to wear. My wedding is in April and assuming she gets pregnant this month, she will be about 6 months pregnant. She thinks she will be okay to wear something with an empire waist. I have never been pregnant so I don't know how big you get when your 6 months pregnant. Do gals think an empire waist will be okay? anyone else ever had a pregnant bm/moh?

you can look into some dresses by B2. They have some really cute styles that come in a bunch of colors. Also most dresses that are floor length can be made into cocktail or teal length at no additional charge.

Quote: Originally Posted by TaraLeanne Hi Ladies!! I'm fairly new to this website but I've noticed that you guys provide tons of great information and I thank you!!! We've booked our wedding date!! April 29, 2010!! Our ceremony is at 12 pm (a little early for my liking) and I'm just wondering if anyone has any good ideas of what to get the guests to do from after the ceremony until dinner time? Also, is there anyone else on here that has their wedding during the same week as our (April 24 - May 1, 2010) Any further tips, advice on locations, or suggestions to help us start planning would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks! Tara Congratulations Tara! I am getting married on April 24th.

thanks! there are shots listed i haven't even thought of

Wow! Time is really flying! ok, let's see, here is what I have done: -ordered my dress, should be in between november and january -scheduled my wedding date and time at the resort and booked our trip -sent out stds/invitations. 31 people are already booked! -booked our honeymoon -booked the photographer -spoke with our priest who will marry us legally before heading down to Mexico -rings ordered and received already! -booked my bd shoot Still need to do -look at bm's dresses which i will do this saturday -FI needs to get his suit -buy my shoes!! -finalize dinner menu and cake design -figure out our playlist for the ipod (i think this one may take some time) -decide on decorations, centerpieces and flowers -oot bags i feel like there is a lot more, but i can't remember right now.

I'm interested in the Aldo shoes if they are still available!!!

I didn't think about this before...my bd shoot is in January and the package includes hair/makeup. i don't think they work for the photographer so i think i will tip them anyway...maybe. how much tip would be enough?? $10 each?

I don't think a rehearsal dinner is a must for a DW. We are having a rehearsal with just the wedding party so we know what to do and where to stand during the ceremony. Instead of a rehearsal dinner we are chartering a catamaran and taking everyone snorkeling and swimming for a few hours. I think if you just have a welcome cocktail party that is enough.

We decided to have DW shortly after we were engaged and began telling family and friends about it. We booked our wedding date at the resort first, then we picked our wedding party and lastly we sent out the stds.

Quote: Originally Posted by Tisha316 To Angruck and Joanna, Ladies...thank you so much for your info!! So with this option of having the two entrees....how much is that extra per person....I assume it inludes 20pp and then you pay an extra price per person...So is this entree option allowing you to still have your reception poolside or on the patio...it is really important to us to have our guests enjoy the sunset while we enjoy dinner so we really wanted to have our reception outdoors. I have been talking to ALL 3 wedding planners and they have never really mentioned this option! If you can give me all the info you have on this option for dinner, instead of paying the $55-65 extra pp that would help us out sooo much!! Thanks Girls!! I am going with the ultimate package so I am paying $65 a head after the first 20 people and am planning to have my reception by one of the pools. I am not being charged extra for a second entree. I may be mistaken since I didn't really look into the $20 option, but I thought if you used that option, you are ordering off the regular restuarant menu when you are seated to eat. The $20 pp fee is really just a service charge, so anyone can order whatever they want. Again, I could be wrong about this. Also, the more than 1 entree deal is really not something they advertise. I think they would prefer not to do it. But if you want more than 1 entree, than definitely ask!!

Hi everyone. DT is letting me have 2 entrees at my reception as long as I give them a head count of each before hand. Now I know that some past brides have also been allowed to do this as well. I am just wondering, how do the waiters know which guest gets what entree Can any past brides let me know how this was handled? Thanks

Great thread!!

Quote: Originally Posted by violetvixen Hi Ladies- I'm curious what the wedding day itinerary looks like. Our ceremony is at 3:00pm. Should I assume that the cocktail hour starts at 4:00, and the reception at 5:00? I'm wondering if a 4-hour photography package (2:00 to 6:00pm) will be sufficient to capture at least a bit of the reception dinner. Thanks This is what I am planning....my ceremony is supposed to start at 4pm after that I will be taking pics with my guests, family and then some solo shots of me and my FI around the hotel. My photographer said to block about 1-1.5 hours for the pics, so my cocktail hour will start around 6 or 6:30 (i want to go to it which is why i am starting it late) and then the reception at 7 or 7:30. As for your photography package, that is completely up to you. I have a full day package so I don't need to worry so much about the time.

we are having a church ceremony/legal part before leaving to Mexico. It only be the two of us plus the priest and a witness is necessary. We really aren't telling anyone about it since they would all want to attend. It may sound mean but the whole point of a dw is to have people watch you get married "away".

this is a great thread as all of us need to leave some sort of tip to vendors. I am planning on getting tips ready in an envelope with a thank you note for the photographer, dj (if i hire one), mexican trio and musician for the ceremony. I will probably just give tips for the girl that does my hair, the wait staff and bartenders. I am not tipping the WC since Dreams adds that to the package price. I may only tip her if she goes beyond what is necessary. I am not sure about the minister yet.

Sounds cool but I'm not too crafty...what type of paper would you use to fill the album?? are you buying the machine to bind the book or are you sending it out to be bound?

My guests are arriving on different days so i'm thinking about asking the front desk to hand them out as each guests checks in or will notify guests that we will be at a certain bar everyday at like 4pm and hand them out there. I originally thought about meeting each guest when they check in but I really don't want to be looking at the clock all the time. I just want to relax!

beautiful! Great job

Thanks everyone!! My FI is a police officer so i was thinking about using one of his old uniform shirts and he's also a huge cowboys fan so I'm going to find a jersey to wear or not wear but cover me up, hahaha!

Ok so I am signing my contract and sending in my deposit for my bd shoot with Kamila Harris! I'm excited but nervous at the same time and I need to figure out how I am going to keep this from my FI since I have a hard time trying to hide things from him lol! Now I need to find some cute little sexy outfits and find the courage to pose in front of the camera! Someone get the shots ready for me

Quote: Originally Posted by BrideBarbie Does anyone know how long in advance you have to arrive for a symbolic ceremony? Is it 3 days? Business days? I tried to search the answer, I know it has to be in this thread but I couldn't find it. I want to purchase the vacation package tonight or tomorrow. Thanks! There are no minimum required days for symbolic ceremonies since it is not a legal ceremony. You should probably get there a few days in advance though to meet with the WC to go over what you want and pay, etc.