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Quote: Originally Posted by italigirl Are any of you using an outside photographer? Have you found any that aren't too expensive? I'm just curious to know what the average price is. Where are you getting married? THe cost will vary depending on location, but to answer your question, I am using an outside photographer and videographer.

I am so sorry to hear that, I work with children and I am always saddened by hardships on youngsters. i will keep him and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Hoping for the best in these tough times. A warm hug for you with this message!

"Shoe gate" has been a truly humbling experience lol. I never understood the "two/three dress" brides until I became a "3 shoe" bride! I completely empathize and sympathize with people who want their special day to be perfect (if there is such a thing) I was like a fiend in stores on the hunt for the perfect shoes. I found more shoes, I will post another pole for advice

Quote: Originally Posted by ~*Kathy*~ I voted for change the shoes...as the other girls and your mom have said, they're cute on their own but I'm not crazy about them with your gorgeous dress (and holy moly, you are stunning...wow!) I didn't get married on the beach so this wasn't a dilemma for me but I say you should definitely keep looking and make another poll for us all when you have a few new choices so we can help you decide. Best of luck! Thanks Kathy! you are stunning yourself.. your hubby is one lucky man!!

SusieQ..it was a successful shopping run. I was able to get only the 15 pashminas that you needed and the 60 key chains

There is a game called "table talk" its a cube of cards that you can buy. They come in all different topics, people take turns picking a card and acting out or speaking of the topic/action on the card.

Goos job< everything looks great!

Thanks ladies!! I do love the shoes, and I feel great wearing them, but I want to look great in every way and since my moms "revelation" I don't feel great about the combo either. I was always on the fence, but needed other opinions. I have a serious shoe addiction and I am POSITIVE they will get some wear in Mexico and here at home....with that being said Bloomies and Saks are having a killer sale, so I will update later with my finds for more advice. I LOVE this forum!!!! So helpful!! and my feelings are not even hurt that you ladies hated my combo also Thank you for your honesty. Have a super Saturday fabulous brides, I am off to shop!! Shhhh don't tell my fiance

Thanks for posting

Hello Jenny, welcome to the forum!

Congrats and welcome to the forum

Hello, welcome to the forum. Happy planning

Hello, Welcome to the forum!! You will fall in love with all the great ideas on this forum!

Hi Jo, welcome to the forum!

I ordered "The Big One" towels during the Thanksgiving sale for $2.49 each! They arrived and I LOVE them. They are huge and the quality is good! They are still on sale down from $7.99 to $2.99, still a great buy. A better option than than cottonfruit at $120 for 12, though Kohls doesn't have as many color options.. just wanted to pass on the info. I LOVE a bargain!

Ok ladies, honest opinions needed here. I love my shoes and my mom just said that she didn't want to hurt my feelings but she HATED the shoes with the dress.. she loves the shoes, but not WITH the dress. I wanted heels, (I can wear heels to dump the garbage) but I didn't want to sink in the sand so I thought the espadrilles would be a great option. I plan on changing into jeweled flats for the reception. What do you think of the the wedding shoes?

Quote: Originally Posted by FutureMsMoulton Find something to prop it up on and put a black cloth like a sweater or shirt behind it that way it will only focus on the ring and put it in a good light and take off the flash and then you should be able to see all the facets. Timberly- Dont go yelling at me I was the one who told people there are 2 of our girls there to vote for-- the only way I knew it would be if I voted myself!! Sucks that we had to pick from them both though! Wheres Shells I want to hear how her Boudiour shoot went!! Erica?? Are you anywhere to be found?? Of course I wasn't yelling at any of my fabulous February lovlies just trying to light a fire under them lol Shells, come on I have been anxious all day! Maybe she had too many shots and is passed out on the studio floor.. I am sure those pics would be sexy too though..

I LOVE my city!! Great pics, you look so happy. I would have purchased my frames already too!!

Thank you for sharing, I was able to modify them to suit my needs you rock

Cute travel totes, but the iron ons are usually sold for $1.00

Sounds great, I already have mine, but I LOVE a bargain.

QUESTION LADIES.... I think I counted more than 8 ladies on this thread. Why are there only 8 votes between our girls Shellk and SusieQ on the MOTM B2B poll Let's Barock the vote for our girls... We need to score a victory!!!!!!! Now stop reading this and find the thread and vote.

You received some GREAT advice! I hope that helped you because it sure helped me not post something that you would find offensive. I mean, the world does not stop because you chose to have a DW. Enjoy the guests that can make the wedding and consider it an honor that anyone shows up. Everyone is using the "economy" as an "excuse" so be happy for them that they have the opportunity to bring life into the world. For some people reproducing is not even an option. How selfish.. when you grow up, you will see that you are not looking at the grand scheme of things.

Thanks for sharing!

Fingers crossed..man that was tough!