TLC4Rock

Congratulations and welcome to BDW! Happy planning and welcome to the Punta Cana group! ;-)

post of picture of what you already have....this is a detailed group. :-)

There is a lot of love and care in your OOT bags! They are beautiful and priceless.

Welcome and keep searching on this site you will find suggestions and ideas. Happy planning to you and wishing you the best.

Welcome and happy planning.

Maybe the concierge at one of the resorts of your guest may be able to provide some resources.

I just signed up and can't find their ad. :-(

Quote: Originally Posted by finleys7 Everyone's suit came in. I order FFIL the day after the GM and my dad's and it arrived yesterday and boys got theirs today. YEAH!!! What a relief. So far we are 3/7 with them fitting. 4 others have to try still and my dad and my brother are picking them tonight. I am so excited, my brother keeps laughing at me!!! 16 days till we leave!!! Woo Hoo!!!! When your guys ordered did they order rack size or were they measured. If they were measured was it professionally or did you or someone measure them? I ordered my FI the rack size. Basically we went into a store tried on suites and I ordered based on that. We did notice that with the linen suites we needed to actually order a size up. So I did the same with StudioSuites.com.

Quote: Originally Posted by CristiandJamie I've been to some showers were EVERYONE attending gets some type of gift (wine stopper, small pic frame, etc)... I know to bring a hostess gift but am I responsible for giving everyone a gift? Also do you get the main person a hostess gift or all your BMs? My hostess said they did not want me to contribute any favors or anything to the gift bags. But I'm stubborn so I plan to adding a little something to the gift bags. The way I see it is that everyone is coming to shower me and I want to show appreciation. I was thinking something small like cute pen/notepad set etc. I plan on doing something for my hostesses. Not sure what yet, but the shower gel is a winner!! Quote: Originally Posted by Thomasjsgirl But, what if your shower is a surprise (I mean a real surprise, as in you knew absolutely nothing!). Do you buy a thank-you gift afterwards? A gift after would be appreciated and unexpected. After all you were surprised!

Welcome and congrats I am sure you will get all your questions answered here. Happy planning.

Welcome Gina!

ooh, I guess I didn't read well....my dream for photography if money was no object would be... In addition to a full day for the wedding a TTD session. Personalized photo books for the wedding party would be nice also.

If money was no object, I would pay for some of our close family and friends that cannot afford to attend but very dear to our hearts. There plenty other things I would do if money were no object....the list could go on but the most important is sharing the experience with loved ones.

Congratulations and happy planning.

OMG....OMG....the pressure is on!!!! :-( pressure at work...pressure loosing weight...pressure with moving/relocating...pressure with this wedding. could I whine any louder. Well here goes.... DONE! Travel & Accommodations booked! :-) Book Reception location Thank you for booking cards & travel package...in the mail Ordered FI attire Wedding Website / FB sites done! Fans for programs Wedding Theme & Color (this was a big deal for indecisive person like me) TO-DO My DRESS & Accessories! Book Photographer Renew FI passport Wedding Day Attire & Accessories Order BM Attire Order GMs Attire Welcome gathering- what am i going to do? Playlist Finalize OTT bags & goodies Welcome Book Finalize pre-travel brochure Finish assembling wedding favors Reception Menu Plan Bon Voyage Party

That's sad anyone would have to deal with abuse when trying to spend their money. Also good that Chase has a fraud protection program. As for $99 Linen suites; I ordered one for my FI. We have not received it yet but I will post my opinion when I receive it. Nonetheless, I would like to say so far Studio Suits customer service is exceptional!! Also if you look at the $99 Linen Suit thread a couple of people were saying they found a place that rented really nice tan suits for $109 that may be a backup plan since you are on a tight schedule. Best wishes to you...everything will work out fine.

There may be a thread already with this detail; you should try to do a search. If I find it I will lead you in that direction. Good luck in your search. I've only seen the paper ones.

This is going to helpful to everyone! Thanks sungoddess_08! Because I received so much drama about having a destination wedding, I really don't want anyone to know. It would only make things worst, I am already the worst person in the world. Anyway hopefully the BDW family can pull together to help everyone get through this situation.

Are you looking for the DIY mugs?

Welcome and happy planning to you. You should find all the support and guidance you need here.

Quote: Originally Posted by *~Tara~* TLC.. I paid $5 per person for transportation to and from the restaurant in December. Also, double check on the cash payment thing because I paid with a Mastercard, not cash. Thanks I will send them a message this week to confirm menu and other essentials. So I will confirm payment then.

jenniesmom you are a great Mom! I wish my Mom was here to help, then maybe I wouldn't be losing hair. Anyway, I wanted a wedding at 11AM also so that everyone would have time to enjoy the rest of their day. I figured anytime earlier would risk getting myself ready. Plus I'm sure my guest would like to sleep in after staying up late the night before. We are having lunch (off-site) then when we return to resort the rest of their time is all theirs!!! I may have optional excursions planned but for the most part everyone can enjoy their vacation.

Hang in there somethings start a little rocky and can end with a smooth landing. Keep fighting your way with your vendors and by all means fight for you day! That's what I think of everytime I have drama! ;-)

well, I have mixed feelings. I thought it would be best if I did not have a shower since I am an older bride. Plus the negative comments because its a destination wedding. On the other hand....I had my share in attending and hosting showers so why not. I really don't have a choice because of my friends....they pretty much told me I will be having a shower. Gotta love them.

beautiful!! I love the scenery, your dress it just looks like the perfect setting.