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Quote: Originally Posted by msredbird51 I'm looking for some thoughts/advice on timing of our ceremony and what/when to do things. We are doing a legal ceremony. The judge was only available at 1:00, so that's the time we've been given ("unless something changes"). Which just seems really early to me, but I'm hoping you girls can help me figure out how to work it out. I did ask Carolina if we could move the time, and she said we could do the legal part with the judge at 1:00 and then the ceremony with Pastor Rick later. However, the fiance was not really a fan of this idea. He really wants to do both things at once. So that option is out, and it looks like 1:00 it is. So..... If we get married at 1:00, how long does the ceremony take? We'd do pictures after the ceremony, but do you do cake/first dance then, too? (Is there a champagne toast thing, too??) We're doing the beach party later, but the photographer will be long gone by then. Cake after wedding or at dinner? Even if we do pictures, cake, champagne, etc. right after ceremony, it will still only be 3:00, maybe 4:00, when all of that is done. What would we have our guests, and ourselves really, do for that gap between all of that and dinner/beach party? I'm really struggling with what to do and how to handle the timing of all of that. Any help or thoughts would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! How about planning a cocktail hour at Hemmingways? Just have everyone head over there and party it up until dinner time!

Quote: Originally Posted by jerzshortstuff Your day is creeping up fast! You must be sooo excited! I can't wait to see pics of everything you are making! I would love to make stuff to bring, but I worry about how to get it down there safely. I haven't emailed Carolina lately about anything. I sent her my agreement form and she replied "thanks" but we haven't discussed any restaurants or anything. Maybe when it gets closer I can request one but since I am doing the semi-private, I am assuming I just get whatever is available. I wonder how the times for the weddings are determined. I wanted 5pm but she said she only had 2pm (which I am a little sad about) but we are doing a ROV ceremony. I was going to email her and ask if she had the wording or how it worked. Can my dad still walk me down the isle and give me away? Anyone do the ROV that may be able to help me out? Hi! I am very excited! I will definitely post pictures very soon! We are doing the ROV, but we are using Pastor York to do the ceremony. He charges 300 and puts together a beautiful and more tradition ceremony together for you. If it's in your budget I highly recommend it. Book early because he is very popular. As far as times go, since we can only rewuest and keep fingers crossed, I say don't stress it. Whether its 2 or 5, it will all work out great. I think every time has a different advantage. More sunlight, closer to dinner time...etc. They seem to make it work out well no matter what time it's at. Dad can definitely walk you down the aisle.

Hi! I've over purchased and instead of running to Michaels to return these luggage tags I figured I'd see if any of you ladies are in need. I have a HUGE variety of tags. The ones seen below and also I have some with initials monogram on them. I paid $1 for each and I will sell for the same since I am able to return them. Plus shipping. I also have this necklace and bracelet set made by "madebysam" on Etsy. I paid $135 for the set as a maid of honor gift, but decided to go with something else. It is very pretty and perfect for the beach desctination theme. $75 with free shipping Message me if you're interested

Well ladies...I haven't contacted Carolina in quite sometime because I have this site to answer my questions and when I met with her last year it seemed that most decisions will be done when I get down there. That being said, she EMAILED me today to REMIND me that my day is coming. lol. LOVE IT! It's becoming sooo real now. She just emailed me to ask me to send her a list of my guests and their dates booked and I let her know that Pastor York confirmed 6:30pm for the ceremony. She emailed me right back "Ok, Perfect, Thanks!" I sent her my list, which she will also be receiving from my TA Dina (a BDW agent). I've just completed my chapsticks, my kids OOT sandbuckets, raffia fans wrapped with ribbon and added paper flowers, emergency kits and programs...I KNOW I MUST POST PICS!! Everything is coming out sooo awesome, FI loves it all too. MANY MANY thanks to all the wonderful brides and their ideas here on BDW!! I'm super excited! And I already don't want it to end! lol

Anyone know if they offer room service? (not including the royal side) The last resort we stayed at had 24 hour room service!

Quote: Originally Posted by classadiva Yes I know!!! It's all happening so fast..I'm starting to panic ever so slightly!! LOL I hear you about being anxious to give the fI the book...I THINK I am going ot give it to him the night before...but I like that idea of giving it the day of the civil ceremony. aaah! lol. Now I'm really torn. I was hoping you would say wait until the DW! lol. When are you doing your civil ceremony? I really don't want anyone to know because I call it "paperwork day" not the REAL wedding. I go back and forth about who to bring etc.

When you arrive at her house a contract is signed before shooting the pictures. blkrevpower, i was too! But Jen could see this and knew how to get me to laugh and relax. She's a mom and a wife and she understands how we feel...this was definitely a plus imo.

Quote: Originally Posted by classadiva You ladies are making me blush!!! Thanks for your sweet words!! Sap...I'm going to give it to him between our rehearsal and welcome dinner....can't wait....what about you? Danielle! We are getting sooo close to our big days!! woohoo! I still cant decide when to give it to him. I'm like a little kid, I can't wait! lol. I was even thinking that since we are getting married officially here in NY that I might want to give it to him then? Although waiting until the official ceremony and in Punta Cana may be more romantic and fun?? I have no clue. Imma just leave it in the bathroom for him today lol.

Oh, and she clearly states in the contract that if you do not want her to use the photos on her website, she will not.

Quote: Originally Posted by nicdeb928 Hey! did you sign any kind of contract with Jen..my friend is concerned that its not more of a formal business dealing..just concerned about what happens to the pictures after we leave... She is very professional. Has an assistant to review contract before shooting with her. Then you will review the photos immediately following the photoshoot and select the ones you would like for your photobook. She has the completed package to you very quickly, usually about 2 weeks average, but also her order of completing is partly based on wedding dates. I have not seen any complaints about her service. She communicates via email very quickly. Her son was a bit sick and she wrote me that she would be delayed with my pics a couple days, but I wasn't even expecting them yet! I highly recommend her for her skills as a boudoir photographer as well as professionalism. I'll be happy to answer any additional questions

Thanks ladies! Sheila, Take a trip to NY! It will be well worth it

Quote: Originally Posted by caribbeanLover Thank you!! very exciting!! Ohhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 1 week... you must be sooooo excited. And I told ya by the time it was your turn to go I'd really want/dying to go back to Punta Cana and especially back to the Palladium. So I'm totally jealous lol!!!! And my goal was to finish my review days before you left, so I def have to get on that!!! jerzshortstuff Thank you!!! we're very excited for the new big change!! A little stressful since we renewed our lease back in March for July '10-July '11...so now we have to deal with the land lord and what not, not looking forward to tomorrow!! It's my pleasure, any info I have I love to share!!! SO ask away!! Happy to hear that the surgery went well, minus the hiccup. AND Congrats on the new home!! Sounds like you are off to a great start! Hope landlord was easy on letting you out of your lease!

$450 ladies...this is a great dress.

Tracy, Good luck tomorrow. We'll be thinking about you.

Quote: Originally Posted by A_J_Mitchell Of course my DSW in NH didn't have them. I went that same day you mentioned you got them there. I'm so bummed. I'm going to have to search some of the MA stores..My search is ON... haha aww that stinks! If you really want them and tell me your size, I can see if they have them out here for you and we can work out the details. I'm sure you can return them by you if they don't work out. I'd be happy to help.

Quote: Originally Posted by VA_Bride I love looking at everyone great outfits! I have a question though.... Is/Did anyone have a groom wear shorts? Amazingly I am the one who thinks he should consider it. Nice shorts with a white shirt just sounds more comfortable for him, and we are going to be quite casual. I am wearing a nice dress, but it is a destination style and not too dressy. He doesn't have any groomsman. Just wondering if anyone else did the shorts thing for the groom and how did they feel about it? We are getting married in Aruba and I also need to look into whether the officiants would have a problem shorts on the beach. Thanks ladies! I've seen it done and it definitely looks nice. I think given your description that it should totally work. I was thinking the same, but some of my groomsmen have fugly legs. lol. Good luck!

Quote: Originally Posted by A_J_Mitchell HI..I LOVE these, where did you get them Hi! Thanks! I love them soo much They come in Tiffany Blue as well, but with my complexion the royal is much nicer. I bought the from DSW shoe store. DSW.com doesn't seem to have them, but they may. Try googling "Martinez Valero Caitlin" for the hot pink lovers...they come in pink too!! here is a link for them on zappos...although I got them for half the price at DSW... Martinez Valero Caitlin at Zappos.com oh and i just happen to see these, for anyone who is looking!! Paris Hilton Suarey Pump - DSW Good luck!

Oh I wish I could sell it for $100! We paid $700 for it and it is brand new. :-/ sorry!

Oh...and I will include shipping.

Designer:Pronovias Style:Imperio Condition:New With Tags Color:White Label Size:16 Street Size:10 Price: $500, OBO Brand new Pronovias Imperio wedding gown. This beautiful WHITE gown has a sweetheart neckline, rusched taffeta, which comes together at the waistline with a beautiful flower (which can also be removed), and vents to show off the beautiful tulle in the skirt. I'm afraid that my description doesn't do this dress justice. I loved this dress, but my mom bought me a different shorter dress that I decided to wear the entire ceremony. This dress has never been used or altered, and is still in the original bridal bag. It is a size 16, but a street size 10. I'm a size 8-10, 5'7, 36c and it fit perfectly except length needs to be hemmed and taken in about a cup in the chest. I was told that it can easily be taken in 2 sizes.

Quote: Originally Posted by jerzshortstuff No. In the Bavaro section they offer three room categories, one being a "Romance Suite" with a mayan shower, hammock, jacuzzi, and canopy bed. I am hoping someone from the hotel will get back to be on it, but didn't know if anyone here had that type of room before. hi! Sorry been MIA, no internet! ugh. lol We are all staying in the Bavaro section fro our wedding. FI and I have the Romance Suite, we saw it last year when we did a tour with Carolina and FI and groomsmen loved the outdoor hammock and shower. I mentioned Royal Suite, but he wants that hammock. He'll prolly use it once lol. It was very cool looking though. Like a completely closed in hut outdoors. If you want to wait to book that room and start with a jr suite, til I get back I'll let you know if it's worth the upgrade. The jr. suites and the deluxe rooms were all very nice. Deluxe was smaller though so that's the way to go if you really don't think you need the space and just plan to sleep and change there.

Thanks for sharing! These are perfect!

Quote: Originally Posted by bahiabride2010 Here's a pic of how mine turned out! Looks great! Good job!

Great job! Everything looks great!

That's awesome! Thanks soo much!!