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I LOVE it. I think your OOT bags turn out great even with all the mishaps. I am thinking of doing the lanterns but just haven't found the energy and motivation to do it yet. Great Job! Chong

Horay! Me too! I didn't even realized I am a MEMBER until you mentioned yours. My FI thinks I am obsessed about accumulating the points... haha he is right!

Thanks! It was bit over the top for us but we really wanted something that was useful and memorable. It was about $11 per towel (including the embroidery and shipping). For our small group, we thought it was worth it. Check this website - www.TowelsOutlet.com.

I think I am doing the bridal hair for $85. I was told that this for up do's and if any of my bridesmaids wants to have up do's, this is the option they have to pick. If not, they can pick $44 shampoo and blow dry. I haven't decided on the hair style yet but might be partially up or all up. It says we have to wash our hair before coming to the salon. Is this true, anyone? they don't wash our hair???

You should check with your WC b/c I was told that you are not allow to bring your own decoration, use of mic, play your own music or make speeches, etc if you use the group reservation which is included in the wedding package. I am sure you can negotiate this but check with your WC first about the decorations. Also, you should consider having a private event if you are qualify for 20% off a private event promotion. We decided to do ours (just the reception rather than cocktail hour) due to the fact that we got 20% off. Wow. you are super organized. I was going to give everyone their OOT bag when we meet on Fri night for dinner. I might have consider doing what you did. Did you guys have cell phone? I am just trying to see how we all are going to make it through with the cell phones. I LOVE your theme - BEACH! I agree with others - you can pull off both colors. Now you have to think about the flowers... how it's all going to tie together.

Wow.. time flies. Enjoy your time in AS!!! Have a beautiful wedding. Can't wait till to hear all about it when you get back. Congrats!!!

Thanks. I just feel uncomfortable. Bridal Mall!!! I didn't see a list of vendor for veils. Did you actually see one at the bridal mall? I need to check it out this weekend. Thanks! Is that the shady looking place by IKEA? We need to check that place out. Did you like the cakes? Thanks! i LOVE it. I LOVE the turtle. We also have turtle picture on a lot of our stuff because turtle is awesome!!!

Did you order your brochures? Did you not have to pay for additional pictures you have to upload? I am in a panic mode bc I need to modify my order and it won't let me. I am calling first thing in the morning to VISTAPRINT and see if they can work something out for me. Ahhhh!!! Let me try to paste my bouquet link here... I hope you can see my picture. I know sometimes it's frustrating when you can't view things.

How are you using your floating orchids? Are you putting it in a vase with water? SALE.doc

If still available, I am interested in lantern and lights. I am PM'ing you! Chong

Thanks! I am in LOVE with my bouquet choice. I hope the resort can make the bouquet just like it or better. The flower is called white cymbidium orchid with pink in the middle - ha... at least that's how I described it.

So anyone has a suggestion on where to look for veils? I guess I can start with Davids Bridal... any suggestions? I see some high end bridal salons in Houston but I am bit intimidated to go to those salons just to try veils and take pictures and walk away.

I got mine done!!! There is a promotion going for brochures till end of the month - 25 FREE brochures. I did find out that it cost $5 per picture to upload and shipping is about $11. Nobody tells you about that stuff... I guess overall it's still a great deal but really not FREE. Thanks for the inspiration! Chong

Thanks! We are very excited about our towels.

So I am about to order my FREE brochures from VISTAPRINT... I am finding out that it's not really FREE. I have to pay for $5 per picture download and shipping is like $11 for standard shipping. I guess overall it's cheaper but didn't realized that it will cost me about the money I am saving from the FREE promotion. Is this typical?

I did send our "vision" on what we thought was the best table setup. I hope we can get what we want... but until I really see the area for myself, I am not sure about our table setup. Thanks for the info! I don't like it. I hate changes and I thought I log onto a wrong forum at first. I don't have the wedding day countdown ticker...where is go? and now I cannot tell when people are getting married... I have blue and pink together! My bridesmaids dress color is blue and all the flowers are pink and white. I don't have any inspiration board together (I am too lazy). I have attached my bouquet picture that I want - pink & white combo. I am not sure if this picture will show. I am not sure how to attach pictures any more

Great Dress!!! I Love the bottom of this dress. Congrats on finally finding your dress!!! Chong

Question... did you guys tell your WC how you want the reception tables to be arranged? Or did you guys figured that out at the resort? We have a small group so I am really struggling how to set the tables...Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by knacarato The dress that is 199.00 is taffeta which I have heard acts like a parachute in the water. We most definitely are doing TTD photos!!! I don't care if I trash the dress- I just want it to hold up in the water and look good. I don't want to look like a marshmallow. Has anyone had or heard about brides wearing a taffeta dress for TTD? I'm kind of concerned. Anyway I'm going back tomorrow to look at it again and take pictures- I have to make sure before I get it. I think I am the most type-A person ever. Its a good thing we're doing a destination wedding so I have less things to be in control of and micro manage to a tee. Are you looking for a dress to wear on the wedding day and for TTD? I do love the 2nd dress but you can always add the sash (that's why I love it..) to your 1st dress. I know nothing about the material so hope you find the right dress for you!

Quote: Originally Posted by mexico102 Welcome to the thread new October brides! OMG so much more to do! FI has been awesome though.....working on projects in the evening when I'm at work ie:cd labels, keycard holders etc. The other night I came home and there was a big sign on the computer room door (spare bedroom with computer, really) with our wedding monogram and in big bold letters "Mission Control" (in my colors) under the monogram. I laughed so hard but I also think it was a little message......"chill out" maybe? I'm leaving it there to remind myself that this ISN'T a NASA mission and I'm not the Commander!! LOL somedays I just have to laugh at myself.....what will we do when this is over. I did get my embroidered towels that I ordered from cotton-fruit. They look awesome! Very happy with them. Payed for the better quality towel and a little extra to increase the size of the embroidery but I love them. Will post them when I figure out how. Haha. No worries... I think we all are little bit of control freak as the date gets closer. I also ordered embroidered towels from cotton-fruit! I LOVE my towels. I folded and put a big bow around it. It's so cute! I would love to see your towels!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by thefuturemrslutz STARTING Monday, July 19, 2010 ENDING Sunday, August 1, 2010 We will check in with what is done either as it’s done or every other Friday and start a new list! The futuremrslutz's (Lindsey) To Do's: 1) Book Vegas Wedding (Ryan is handling the entire weekend, except the actual wedding part...I will handle this.) 2) Decide on vowels…STILL DECIDING… 3) Order for procession-ALMOST DONE 4) Music for reception almost done! 5) FINALIZE menus-finishing this week 6) Design/print programs DONE designing…need to print 7) Decide on Mac to do my makeup or resort DONE!!!!!! Bridesmaids GIFTS ARE DONE-just need to deliver 9) Signature cocktail recipe NOT DONE! 10) Start packing! YAY!!!!!!!!!! Starting this week!! 11) Burn cd for OOT 12) Send detailed weekend timeline to WC doing tonight 13) iron on bridesmaids wife beaters for wedding day-THIS WEEK 14) take clothes to cleaners 15) Meet with wedding designer 16) Enjoy being engaged for one last week!!! 17) 3rd wedding dress fitting tomorrow!!! 1 I need something borrowed…hmmmmmm Meredith's to do's: 1. COME UP WITH WORDING for INVITES 2. Get thread for welcome bag monograms - DONE BY THE LADY DOING THE EMBROIDERY 3. Stay on FI about menu 4. Buy luggage tags for welcome bags - PURCHASED FROM ANOTHER BDW BRIDE 5. Buy paper lanterns and candle holders - LANTERNS, YES, CANDLE HOLDERS, NO 6. Start looking for gifts for my helpers 7. Book cigar roller for reception - DONE (TOO BAD CECILE IS STILL M.I.A.) 8. Buy confetti for ceremony Meredith's new to do's 1. Come up with wording for invite 2. Stay on FI about menu 3. Buy candle holders 4. Purchase gifts for our helpers 5. Buy confetti for ceremony 6. Email Fabio about Cecile 7. Email TA about Fabio and Cecile 8. Buy remaining items for OOT bags 9. Start on song lists 10. Buy LED lights MaggieandJay’s To Do’s Week of 7/19 3. Design insert for invitations with booking info and resort info Week of 7/26 1. Get the Photographer for wedding booked 2. Finish the insert for the invitations 3. Finish gathering all the address I need 4. Make the mailing labels for invitations __________________ Amandamarieb’s to do’s: Get new flower quotes (I know I am crazy) Order OOT bags Finish pre wedding brochures Buy FI's ring Order wristlets and bungees Order place card frames Order first aid kits Get info from TA about emergency contact for guests Request a rehersal Make a reservation for rehersal dinner Pick out fabric for table runner Follow up woth TA about cakes Follow up with TA about reception tables and request a small table for photo booth Figure out groomsmen shoes Chong's To Do List 1. Order Pre-Travel Brochure from Vistaprint - ALMOST DONE!!! 2. Decide on the Reception Table Setup 3. Find FI's pants and shoes 4. Find veil or hair piece 5. Decide on reception decoration 6. Collect pictures of our guests This should keep me busy until Aug 1. Time is flying!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by strickl95 Has anyone used Alberto Aldana (works for Claudia Rodriguez) for their photographer? I am using Erick Rodriguez for my wedding. Did you check out the website to see Alberto's work? I think he's work is nice. I heard from many people that Claudia's photographers are well respected. You should check out his portfolio and make sure you like his style.

Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb Ok so for whatever reason my dress and the second flower options didnt show up. Here are the links if you want to take a look. Dress: Google Image Result for http://img116.imageshack.us/img116/9744/retrato1zr1.jpg That's not me btw! And here's the other flowers: Purple Summer Wedding Flowers Photo by Floral Verde LLC | WeddingWire Again, no random twigs sticking out if I go with these and also less bright green filler, more garden green. And a gold ribbon tying them all together. Quote: Originally Posted by amandamarieb Ok Ladies so I need som help deciding on flowers. i thought that I send you photos of my "look" so you can have a good idea of what else is going on. This is my dress: Here is FI and groosmen's suits: They are also wearing matching vests and sage green ties Here are the bridesmaids dresses: Bridesmaid Dresses - the source for bridesmaid dresses fashion at Mori Lee Style 268 They will be in sage green incase that didnt show up I am going to have 6 of these bouquets tied to chivalir chairs with gold bows. They will line the aisles as well: I want to have dried lilac running the aisles: I was originally going to do all white and green flowers but now think that there needs to be some more color. What do you think? To go along with the ones I've shown you, which do you think would work best given my adversion to too much color and wanting everything to feel antiquey and romantic? Here's one option. I would change a couple of thinsg...no branches out of the top and a gold ribbon. Also more garden green filler instead of bright green. Here's the other option: I would do those flowers as is. Let me know what you think.Thanks for the input ladies! When are you having your fitting? I think my dress will be done by end of August... I am not sure if it's too soon. I LOVE your lacy dress. Did you find shoes? I bet it's hard to find one to go with that dress I LOVE your flowers. I personally like the white flowers and the purple/blue/white flower combo. For me purple/green combo flowers are beautiful but it says FALL!!! What are you wedding colors? What look are you going for? I am all over the place with my color.. I am cracking up here bc I am giving advice to others on color when I am having problems of my own. haha. I am not having any flowers on my wedding ceremony area - except for the two hanging flowers and rose pedals that comes with the exotic gazebo package. I figure that is enough for 15 min ceremony site Great Job!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda Hi Ladies! Before I go back and read what's been going on, I wanted to write you to say I just had super fun AHR! It was record breaking heat and record breaking bay bridge traffic - so people were 1+ hours late getting there and we were outside in 100+ degree heat. Let me tell you... If that was my wedding I would have been a stress case. and you know what? THANK GOD I DID A DW!!! All the stress and stupid crap we encounter dealing with family and travel issues, Miami coordinators, Lomas, then going through the hotel staff - yes I know its hard - but my wedding in Mexico was stress free and carefree and awesome. Saturday solidified my destination wedding choice that much more. I mean, 1/2 my guests would have missed my ceremony had we been having a traditional wedding on Saturday. I only have a few pictures of the party - I'll do a review later once I get the better pix. Picasa Web Albums - Amy - Stateside Rec... The after party was a bit insane.... hehe Hope you all had a great weekend!! Quote: Originally Posted by amybermuda annnnnnnnnddddd my slideshow is up! I am obsessed!!! Amy & Mark | May 14th 2010 | Azul Beach Hotel, Puerto Morelos Mexico Your AHR looks so much fun!!! Didn't even noticed that it was a hot day I LOVE your pictures from Claudia. Where did you get the matching bracelet? I thought that was so cute How long did you have her for? Was it enough time to take all the pictures you needed?

Great Job! I just finished my pre-travel brochures in Vistaprint. I am so excited to see the final product. I "borrow" some of your ideas.. Thanks for the info!!! Chong