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Quote: Originally Posted by jjflipt I love your weddingmoon dresses. Where did you get them? Thanks! Honestly I've been buying clothes for a few months so I don't remember where I got each dress but I know they came from at least Dillard's, Macy's, and Old Navy.

Thanks ladies! Quote: Originally Posted by JENISE Very detailed. Awesome planning thread. Congrats on everything! Question: How'd you get the response card from the White House? We sent them an invitation using this address: The Honorable Barack and Mrs. Obama The White House Greetings Office Room 39 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, D.C. 20500 Hope that helps!

Mothers: MOTB Hat from VistaPrint: Coach Bags: Fathers: Cigars, Cigar cutters & humidors that we’ll get in Maui Clothes for the Weddingmoon: Ok, I think that’s it! Hope you enjoyed!

Gifts Bridesmaid: Best Man: Flip Cam with Underwater case: Groomsman & Man of Honor: Ceremony shirts, Redskins Beach Towel & Sandals Ring Bearer: He’s a big NJ Devils Hockey Fan so we got a customized sweatshirt from the NHL shop online.

Our Welcome Brochure: Here are some screenshots: Photoshare Cards (VistaPrint): Tag: The Map of Maui I made:

Champagne Flutes: Flutes on Marilyn's Keepsakes Not a great picture but here they are! Old Lahaina Luau for our Reception: After our ceremony, we wanted a stress-free and fun reception. I know this wouldn’t work for some people but the FI & I are just super casual and laid back so having a luau reception was perfect for us. OOT Bags: We bought the guest bags from Oriental Trading: Bridesmaid bag (Target): Man of Honor/Groomsmen/Ring Bearer: We found these drawstring bags at the Adidas Outlet in our wedding colors! Parents’ Bags: Most of the filler is going to come from local products in Maui. I also ordered stuff from Oriental Trading (Tropical Pocket Calendars, Hibiscus Chain Purse with Personalized Key Chain and Coconut Tree Pens) Here’s a picture of the actual Hibiscus Chain Purse with our personalized Key Chain

Guest Book Table Décor: Guest Book (Amazon) Guest Book Sign: We wanted to have pictures of us as kids and now, our parents’ wedding and of the FI’s grandfather who passed away. Cake: We’re going to have a mini cake and champagne reception before the luau. It’s a vanilla cake with buttercream frosting and whipped cream custard and lilikoi for the filling. Our cake will be like this but with tiffany blue ribbon instead of pink: Cake Topper (eBay): Cake Serving Set (Michaels): Cake Napkins: We ordered these from here: Napkins: The Knot Shop We ordered the Luncheon Napkins in Aqua, Chocolate Ink Color with Contemporary Script font

Orchid Aisle Runner: Palm Fans: Programs: I bought some of the Metallic Tiffany cardstock from Cards & Pockets and the rest of the paper was left over from the invites. We’ll put these on the palm fans on everyone’s chairs. This was how I had it set up in the Word document (screenshots with names taken out): (I “borrowed†that quote under In Remembrance I believe from someone on this board…thank you) Reserved Seat Signs: I designed these in Microsoft Word, printed them on the Cream Cardstock and used glue dots to adhere it to leftover Bronze metallic cardstock. Then I just slid the ribbon in between so it would still be adjustable. Very easy! Still more to come..

Our Accommodations We will be staying in an Ocean View room at the Westin Resort & Spa. We got a great deal for 8 nights and daily breakfast for two. Ceremony We’re getting married at Olowalu Plantation House. We just fell in love with the location. Our set up will be similar to this: Ceremony Music Our wedding coordinator’s husband, Jamie Lawrence, was highly recommended by many. We’re excited! Bridal Party Processional: A traditional Hawaiian song that we left to Jamie’s discretion Bridal Processional: Maunaleo Song after ring exchange: Kawai Lehua A’ala Ka Honua Recessional: Somewhere over the Rainbow (ukulele version) Ring Bearer Shell: We’re going to fill it up with sand but this is what it looks like: Flowers My Bouquet: Agapanthis, Pink Stargazer Lilies, Bird of Paradise, Red & Pink Ginger & Orchids My Lei (single lei of Tuberose flowers): Groom’s Maile Lei: Mothers’ Leis (Purple Orchids): Fathers’ Leis (Green Orchids) Not done yet..

Hair & Makeup Inspiration Pics I’m getting my hair & makeup done at the Westin Spa. Colors We originally had chosen blue and orange as our colors (as in our STD’s) but then changed them to blue, chocolate brown, and cream. Save the Dates I designed these and had them printed at Office Max (I hadn’t heard of Vista Print yet!) Invitations I bought everything from Cards and Pockets to make these. I bought the Metallic Tiffany Signature Pocketfolds, Bronze (Metallic) Cardstock, Cream Cardstock (for the inserts), and the Milk Chocolate European Flap Envelopes (5.25x7.25). My wrap-around label: I made these in Word, printed them out on a full sheet label and then cut them out myself. I forgot to take a picture of them on the envelopes! Our Response back from the White House: Not done yet!

My Shoes: Our ceremony is on grass so I bought SoleMates for my shoes just in case! Jewelry: Hair Flower: My hair stylist has complimentary white orchids which I will probably use but I also bought this one at Kohl’s: My Clutch: (to match my shoes!) My Reception Dress: My Welcome Dinner Dress: Getting Ready Tee (from Michael’s) ALOT more still coming..

Here’s the ring bearer’s shirt & shorts: MOTB’s dress, jewelry, and shoes: My Dress! This isn’t my exact dress but it’s pretty similar: When I bought the gown, no alterations: My Veil: Still more coming!

These planning threads have always been my favorite and I can’t believe it’s already my turn! I know everyone starts these off with this but I truly thank everyone on this board! You guys have given so much inspiration and made me think of things I wouldn’t have otherwise! I took A LOT of pictures...hope you enjoy! Engagement Ring Wedding Bands Groom’s outfit Cream Linen Suit: Banana Republic Embroidered Linen Shirt: OluKai Sandals: ‘Ohana Bridal Party outfits The Man of Honor & Groomsmen will be wearing white linen shirts, khaki linen pants and kukui nut leis. I let my bridesmaid choose her dress and I can’t find the picture of it. Sorry! More to come...

What an awesome tip..thanks!

Robin Williams : Death to Smoochy

I just heard that on the radio...can't believe another Golden Girl is gone!

Congratulations..you'll have to come back and tell us all about it!

The Bucket List : Jack Nicholson

Everything looks amazing! Your dress is absolutely gorgeous and you did a great job with the OOT bags..your guests will love them. Enjoy your wedding day!

My wedding isn't until next month, but I did buy heels..I'm 5'2..I need a little bit of height! But I also ordered "Solemates" to put on my shoes. Here's the link: Solemates I bought 2 b/c you get free shipping. Anyway, hope that helps!

Welcome Rukie! I'm getting married in Maui in June & that is where I'm staying..can't wait! Congratulations

Training Day : Ethan Hawke

Philadelphia : Antonio Banderas

Milla Jovovich : Zoolander

Wow, what a great planning thread! Everything looks incredible and your wedding will be amazing!!