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oh wow melaina thats beautiful, i love all the detail!! maybe you could have the wedding band custom made to match here's my ering, the band has diamonds that match...

jamie, brookedanielle, and bluestarfish gorgeous dresses!!! here are my shoes as promised for those who were asking about a punch of color. they are hot pink

Quote: Originally Posted by bahiabride2010 I know...I laughed today when I had a little peak at where you live...I know I'd seen it before but had forgotten! We've been going to Hilton Head for years...it will be nice to see green grass and flowers again after a cold Toronto winter! Just like you I don't fill out the top; who do they make these dresses for, Pamela Anderson? Also, the length is way too long! I think I'll take it in a bit at the hip too because when the corset was tied it wasn't super tight and it was all the way closed...have to see what the professionals say. I want to see some pics of your shoes! ooooo i love hilton head!! i used to live in north carolina so the east coast has always been a vacation spot for me. i agree about the pam anderson comment...i could fit all kinds of stuff up there, lol!! the hip part was poking out a bit and they had the corset closed up all the way as well so definately looking into that. are you wearing a veil? my shoes (and dress) are at my parents' house. i'm going tom and taking pics of the shoes. i'll post them on here

yeah i think thats better, thanks!!

definately give EXACT pics. i'm from colombia and even with the language things get lost in translantion as you say... as for the make-up, remember that it will be much heavier than you'd normally do b/c of the pics. when i got my BD pics done for FIs birthday, i told the lady i wanted to look like myself, but flawless b/c FI doesnt like heavy make-up. when she was finished i thought 'holy crap'!! but she reasured me that it would look very natural in the pics and it did. if she had done it lighter, it wouldn't have held up in the photos! with the hair, you have to kinda work with what god gave you. for example, i really want sexy "beach" type curls but my hair is just way to heavy and it doesnt hold curl well, esp in humidity. i would make sure that whatever style you choose will work with your hair type, that way the actual day of the wedding they can spray the crap out of it and you know it'll hold. i wouldn't change up now....you've paid a deposit and your WC recommended them for a reason. trust her and i'm sure everything willl work out!!

Quote: Originally Posted by bahiabride2010 Thanks for all of the wonderful compliments ladies! I'm so happy with my choice! Now onto the choices for jewelry and a head band! I hope to find some pieces next week while on vacation in Hilton Head, SC! A special trip to the Davids Bridal in Savannah is on our agenda! it looks so great on you!! do you need alterations? have fun in savannah...i live in atlanta so small world--again, lol!!

wow that really sucks for your FI!!! what a crappy "friend". all you can do is be there for FI and remind him that in the end you'll have fun with the people who really care about you!!

congrats and happy planning!!

yay!!! that's awesome congrats! and you've got a head start!!

Quote: Originally Posted by dianep i went to M.A.C. over the weekend with my future sister-in-law. got my full makeup done and she drew a face chart for me and listed everything she used. i got a bunch of fun new makeup. yay! not exactly sure of the best way to post pictures, though. the best way to post pics is through photobucket. there's a thread on here about that. you just copy and paste the IMG code they give you and you're all set

Quote: Originally Posted by luciel2820 shipping looks like $6 for 10 lbs and 12 is probably less than that. So if you want them just let me know and I'll go get them how is the quality? i think i'll call and order as soon as i get a better number for the guest count. thanks for all your input!

Quote: Originally Posted by Chill Bride So I guess a good amount has happened in a month. We have a date, a coordinator, photographers, sent out save the dates Sunday and already have 5 RSVPs, and are finalizing details with the place. Oh I also ordered my dress and it will be here 6/21. I am excited. It feels like it is official now and this is really going to happen yay...progress!! doesn't it feel so good to check things off your list?!?

thanks!! yeah they need to take it in a little at the hips and its wayy too long lol oh and of course take it in at the boobs, my cups do not runeth over i'm thinking of having cups sewn in so that i dont have to worry about a bra??

Quote: Originally Posted by TA Jill I started today and it went by surprisingly fast! I didn't even look at the clock until I was at about 15 minutes and with the music changing it really helps to keep you distracted. I ended up starting out at 5mph for jogging and by the end I was up to 5.5mph on the jogs because I felt like I could go faster. We'll see if I still feel the same way when the jogs get longer, lol!! are you just doing it on the tredmill?

Quote: Originally Posted by jeninesmom Ive tried both websites that are posted here. Pioneer group has a minimum $100 order and the other one never returned my call. I guess we dont get to do it! I just needed a dozen. that's weird about pioneer group...did you get that info off the website? i emailed daniel and was told $26 per dozen, with no minimum!!

oooo bahiabride i LOVE #3. it would go perfect with the details of the dress!!

Quote: Originally Posted by RonNMel Bahiabride and Carolina, your dresses are GORGEOUS!!! thank you!! Quote: Originally Posted by Princess402 Oh girls, I am pretty sure I am going to be a Maggie bride, just not sure which one yet! I went to try on dresses yesterday for the first time, and fell in love more than once. This one looks great on me and I think would be just perfect for my destination wedding: Brianna - by Maggie Sottero And this is the one I can't stop thinking about: Ambrosia - by Maggie Sottero Brianna is lighter and a little more simple, modern, and sexy. Amrosia is heavier (satin) but is just so stunning and really has that WOW factor. My own jaw dropped when I saw myself in it! But I'm not sure if it "fits" with the rest of the wedding, the feel of it. And it's a little more $$$ than I was hoping. So what's a girl to do? I'll go back in a few weeks and try them both on again, and maybe a few others, and see if it becomes more clear. But in any case I'm pretty sure I'll end up being a Maggie bride! Really love her dresses and the new 2010 line. I can't wait to post back what I end up choosing!!! i love the brianna dress!! it still has that WOW factor, but would fit more with a DW...its SEXY!!

yay!! congrats, i'm so glad everything turned out great...i cant wait to see your pics and review!! it's nice to hear from another bride who used the resort photog!!

yay congrats!!! it's cool how you got the blue in his band to go with your saphire, that'll be really pretty in your wedding pics!!

awww honey that really sucks!!! when i was in a LDR i remember it helped if i literally took it one day or week at a time. so instead of thinking 5 LONG weeks, think to get through this week for now. it'll be friday before you know it and then get through the next week and so on. I know it's easier said than done. also make sure that you have good phone conversations (some kinky ) and don't put too much pressure on your next visit. you'll make it, and if you need any support, we're all here to listen!!

to be honest you should concentrate on what YOU and your FI want first and then think of the guests. if jan gives you more time and you would be less stressed then do jan. as for the reception, write out a budget (for you) and go from there. you're going to get completely stressed out if you concentrate so much on the guests b/c at the beginning everyone's all excited and saying they'll definately come, next thing you know people are trying to put their two cents in and giving an opinion or opposition to most of your ideas, and in the end there are people who were "definates" that dont come and some who said they couldn't make it that do!! in other words...DO YOU FIRST!!

we're getting them in ivory. our main wedding color is persimmon but i wanted to get them in ivory so that they can go with anything

Quote: Originally Posted by gettingmarried That looks great on you!! Quote: Originally Posted by finleys7 Great choice, it's made for you =) Quote: Originally Posted by KittenHeart Gorgeous dress! Quote: Originally Posted by elifrigo Where did you get this dresss!!! it is amazing and LOOKS GREAT ON YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you ladies!!!! I got it at New Natalies Bridal in Atlanta, Ga. It's a Maggie Sottero (Zuri). I got it during their trunk show so I saved like $300!! Quote: Originally Posted by bahiabride2010 K Ladies...here's a few shots my wedding dress! Carolina it looks super on you! Don't you just love the way the top creates such a beautiful shape! Mine still needs to be altered but I won't do those till May! Funny that they both came in at the same time and we tried them on the same day! It's a Maggie Sottero...the Zuri Dress! thanks babe, you look amazing!! i LOVE the top b/c it gives such a great shape, but it's still soft and flowy

omg bahiabride of course i love it, but you look GORGEOUS!!! it fits you soooo nicely. i'm so happy we got our dresses....now for the flowers lol!!