Bride Loving CJ

Beautiful planning thread Angela! Enrique was indeed a nice touch!! And I, like you, am so happy the FI's dont read the threads because my FI said the same thing! "You better not put me on the internet!" LOL

Quote: Originally Posted by SDSteph I got this on my rsvp yesterday Chris/Steph, of course Aunt Carrie and I are goin to make every attempt to be there. Despite the never ending bad news about Mexico. A few weeks there was an entire article in The Newsday travel section about why not to go there and what to be aware of when you do. Ha I feel your pain girl! Don't let it get you down! WOW! That's all I can say is WOW!

Quote: Originally Posted by YrishCathe Hello EVERYONE!!! Thought I'd say hi! I'm also a fellow October Bride. 10-10-10 to be exact. We are getting married in Playa del Carmen. We are having our ceremony at an old Catholic Church and then the reception is at Wicky's Beach Club! I am So EXCITED!! I can't believe it is less than 3 months away--It's going to fly by so fast!!! Are most of you girls done with the planning I still have so much more to do!!! COngratulations to everyone and happy planning for the last stretch!!! Hello fellow 10-10-10 bride!! Your wedding sounds super exciting, congrats!! I am no where near done with planning but I only have a few major things on the list. Passports got done this past week so all that's left is my dress and purchasing the bands. Everything else is minor. Best Wishes!

Quote: Originally Posted by wendyjd Welcome to the October group. Good luck finding a dress.. Bride Loving CJ, get busy finding a dress, not too late but you need to find one soon!! Yes indeed Wendy! I was looking online the other day and I didn't realize that most solans make you order them 4-6 months in advance. Guess I'll be going to Davids Bridal and pulling one off the shelf. I was trying to wait for a time when I could do it with my mom who is in OKlahoma but that is becoming dismal so maybe I can take my laptop and skype her while I'm doing it so she can help me choose. But that is really something I wanted to share with her in person. {tear}

Quote: Originally Posted by smrstars Hi there. Can anyone suggest a good photographer in Punta Cana that has reasonable prices? Thanks! I am using Jorge Allocco! He seems really good from his pics and has really good packages starting at $200. I am getting one of the more expensive packages (I think it's like the 2nd or 3rd from the highest) and it's only $800. He was recommended by my TA who used him when she got married last month at nh-Royal Beach, Punta Cana! Here's his website: Punta Cana Wedding Photography | Wedding Photographer from Dominican Republic

Am I the only October Bride who still doesn't have a wedding dress? I'm starting to panic!!!!!!!!!!!

I am using Jorge Allocco! He seems really good from his pics and has really good packages starting at $200. I am getting one of the more expensive packages (I think it's like the 2nd or 3rd from the highest) and it's only $800. He was recommended by my TA who used him when she got married last month at nh-Royal Beach, Punta Cana! Here's his website: Punta Cana Wedding Photography | Wedding Photographer from Dominican Republic

Quote: Originally Posted by BandP2011 Are they available online? Anyone have a link? I don't believe so. They were in the impulse buy section called "See spot save." I don't think they sell those items online. I went to 3 different targets and only found one so I'm going to use it for my parents room at the resort for their wecome basket. Everyone else gets the canvas totes I found at Micheals for 1.25. There adorable. They also have flip flops for $1 this week.

Love this idea!!!!!

Hey ladies!! I can't believe our weddings are "right around the corner." 3 months to go!!!!!!!!! I'm getting so excited!!!!!! But there is so much to do............ BUT WE CAN DO IT!!!!!!!!! STAY ENCOURAGED LADIES!!!!!!!!!!

Quote: Originally Posted by msglave I just came back from Old Navy. There was no sale? Katelynn, was there a coupon in your email message? Yes, I was disappointed also. No sale at my neighborhood Old Navy in Georgia. :-(

Quote: Originally Posted by MrsJones2Be The people saying these things are probably jealous and/or hating on you. Don't let it get to you- it is YOUR day. Enjoy it, it is there loss~ It is their loss indeed!! I concur with MrsJones2Be, enjoy YOUR day!!

Quote: Originally Posted by Mischaka I've been getting that alot from people who I haven't invited. And I say to them "it's a good thing you're not going!" And if anyone I did invite would say that, I would just say "fine and i'll see you when I get back." I really don't have the time and patience for people and their excuses. PREACH girl!! I have been getting that a lot lately and it can be a bit disheartening but my FI and I have decided that as long as my parents are there, we are not concerned about anyone else. So, sofar there are four, me him, mom and dad (and most importantly GOD) and anyone else will just be a pleasent surprise!

Welcome to the forum!! I am getting married in Punta Cana, that has an Adult only resort that is connected to a family freindly resort. My FI and I are staying in the aduly only resort as are my parents. The rest of our guest with children are staying in the one next door. They names are nh-Royal Beach (adults only) and nh-Real Arena (family oriented). My TA's found the resort for me so as far as advice on how to start looking for that yourself, I wouldn't know what to tell you. But as for advice on starting wedding planning in general I will say that the best way is to look through various post on this forum and sign up for email list on weddingchannel.com, the knot.com, getmarried.com, brides.com and perfectweddingguide.com. Once you sign up on the email list, the ideas basically come to you. You can also get planning timelines on these sites that are very basic, and can be altered to fit your needs. They are extremely helpful and a good starting place. You'll see things here and there that will peek your interest and then you'll go researching them on the net and that will open up tons of doors for ideas. But the best way, by far, is to scroll through the threads on the forum. There is so much out there in terms of wedding planning and most people come up with the best ideas by stumbing onto them through the forum (or blogs or email subscriptions). Then you just have to organized the basics and the details will come soon after............ Happy planning!!!

Thanks for sharing!! Headed there now!! Gonna stop by Old Navy too for their $1 flip flop sale!!

Thanks for sharing! Headed there now!

Quote: Originally Posted by Mischaka Ok...one of the best threads!!! I'm doing royal blue and yellow too!!!! I don't have anything now since i'm at work but I want this bouquet!!! Girl, that bouquet is B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!!!!!!!! I love it!! Thanks for sharing!!

Quote: Originally Posted by DiamondGirl I'm thinking on doing blue and yellow as well. Keep the color schemes and ideas with blue coming!! Thanks We will keep them coming indeed! At first I thought it might not be such a hot color combo b/c I really had my heart set on pink and orange but the FI was SO NOT FEELING THAT so I told him to pick one color and I would TRY to compliment it with something I liked. Of course, being the guy he is, he picked blue so I tried a few others first but once we dicided on a DW, I could just imagine the blue ocean and the yellow sun in the background of what will be one of the happiest moments of my life, the color combo seemed so natural and beautiful in that setting. Now, I am in love with it!

The dress is from Avon, The STD Is from Vista Print, and the shoes are from Nina! Not sure where I picked up the pick of the flowers but they are beautiful! (Disclaimer: I made these IB's before blogging rulles and regulations were the norm and these pics just kind of came from all over the place. I am mor than happy to give credit if one of these images belong to you. Please PM me and I will include your information. Moving forward, I will include all relevant information in the IB's that I post. Thanks! Tee)

This table set up is one of the nicest I've seen in Blue and Yellow! And I love this flower arrangement. (Disclaimer: I made these IB's before blogging rulles and regulations were the norm and these pics just kind of came from all over the place. I am mor than happy to give credit if one of these images belong to you. Please PM me and I will include your information. Moving forward, I will include all relevant information in the IB's that I post. Thanks! Tee)

I am totally in love with this hairstyle and I have already started making my playlist for my CD favors! My FI and I love music!! Plus I think we have to bring our own for the resort! Also, I ordered the tiara last week!! I am so excited!! (Disclaimer: I made these IB's before blogging rulles and regulations were the norm and these pics just kind of came from all over the place. I am mor than happy to give credit if one of these images belong to you. Please PM me and I will include your information. Moving forward, I will include all relevant information in the IB's that I post. Thanks! Tee)

I want to incorporate some bling!!!!!!!! I wonder where all I can incorporate it. Maybe a rhinestone on the invitation would be a good starter. (Disclaimer: I made these IB's before blogging rulles and regulations were the norm and these pics just kind of came from all over the place. I am mor than happy to give credit if one of these images belong to you. Please PM me and I will include your information. Moving forward, I will include all relevant information in the IB's that I post. Thanks! Tee)

Here was my first (IB) Inspiration Board! (Disclaimer: I made these IB's before blogging rulles and regulations were the norm and these pics just kind of came from all over the place. I am mor than happy to give credit if one of these images belong to you. Please PM me and I will include your information. Moving forward, I will include all relevant information in the IB's that I post. Thanks! Tee)

July 2010 Jennifer and Juan- July 2nd, 2010- Gran Bahia Principe Tulum Kaytee and CJ- July 3rd, 2010- Destination still TBD! Quintina and Carloas (creoletexan) - July 3rd, 2010 - Nassau, Bahamas Jannae and Ryan (LadyTrunck)- July 6, 2010- Riu Palace Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Mexico!! Sarah and Mike (bahiabride2010) - July 7, 2010 - Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana Mandy and Chad- July 10, 2010- Sullivans Island, SC Lulu & Kirkton (lmuze) ~ July 10, 2010: Iberostar Rose Hall Suites, Montego Bay, Jamaica Cassie and Andrew - July 11, 2010 - Rancho Palos Verdes, California Edy And Jaxon (mswhatever) - July 17, 2010 Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton resort & Spa Jamaica Chelle and Todd (Janelley100) - July 17, 2010 Moon Palace Jessica & James -July 17, 2010 Paradisus Punta Cana Bobbett and Ricky (Natural)- July 18, 2010 San Juan, Puerto Rico Tracy and Cole - July 2010 in Playa del Carmen, TBD Meredith & Jedd - July 21, 2010 - The Royal Cancun, Mexico Louise (Woodsylou) and Andy - 30th July 2010 Moon Palace Golf and Spa Cancun Danielle and Ty (daniepps)- July 31, 2010 Azul Sensatori Resort Riviera Maya, Mexico August 2010 Melissa and Robby (hunniebee724) ~ August 19, 2010 NYC, Carnival Cruise Lines, Jennifer & Laurthel (Jennyco116) ~ August 20, 2010 Key West, Florida Crystal & Marques (hugrad) - August 9, 3010 St. Thomas, USVI Mindy & Jay ( MSG518 ) ~ August 21, 2010 Excellence Playa Mujeres, Mexico September 2010 Courtney & Chris-September 3,2010-Siesta Key, Fl Michelle & George - September 4, 2010 - Occidental Grand, Playa del Carmen Marisa & Dan - September 12, 2010 Glen Iris Inn, NY Cheryl & Joel - September 17, 2010 - Excellence Playa Mujeres, Mexico Kim & Mike - September 18,2010 - Cancun, Mexico Jen (jamk32179) & Steve- September 18,2010-The Royal Playa del Carmen Carolina (carolina24) & Alex - Sept 24, 2010 - Dreams Cancun Cindy (Shoesiesluvr) & Hector -September 25, 2010 - Gran Caribe Real Cancun Michael and Holy - 30th September,2010. Destination not yet decided. October 2010 Mindy & Joe - Oct. 4, 2010 - DRC Glenny & Anthony - October 9, 2010 - Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana Tee & CJ (Bride Loving CJ) - October 10, 2010 - nh-Royal Beach, Punta Cana Lori & Oliver (gossip girl) - October 10, 2010 - Destination TBD! Suzanne & Joe (sierra101010) - October 10, 2010 - Puerto Vallarta Ashley & Josh (xxashleyxx007) - October 15, 2010 - Dreams Punta Cana, DR Chris & Crystal (Crystalballl) - October 20, 2010 - Playa Pesquero, Cuba Jo & Darren (Jo&Daz20-10-2010) - October 20, 2010 - Coral Coast - Fiji Luciel & Emil (luciel2820) - October 23, 2010 - Catalonia Royal Bavaro, Punta Cana Emma & Josh (EmmaGaussoin)- October 23, 2010- Dreams Riviera Cancun Alyssa & Adrian (MayanLily) - October 21, 2010 - Paradisus Riviera, Mexico Heather & Kevin (hat0112) - October 22, 2010 - Palm Beach, Aruba November 2010 Allie and Doug - November 5, 2010 - Sandals Regency, Saint Lucia Crista & Mike - November 10, 2010 - Azul Sensatori, Riveria Maya Mexico Jenna and Chris (MayaLove) - November 12, 2010 - Playa Del Carmen, Mexico Ashley & Mark - November 15, 2010 - Riviera Maya Karen and Angelo - November 19, 2010 The Royal Playa del Carmen, Mexico Melissa and Mark- November 21, 2010 Las Caletas, Puerto Vallarta Emily and Scott (Emily Joy) - T Giving Weekend, November 26, 2010 - Playa Del Carmen December 2010 Angela & Craig (Princess402) - December 8, 2010 - Dreams Riviera Cancun, Mexico Stephen & Sabrina (breeze616) - December 10, 2010 - Iberostar Rose Hall, Jamaica Shana and Jamel (chocolatedrop04)- December 11, 2010-Moon Palace, Mexico Jaime and TaBoris (jaimeburns) - December 11, 2010 Riviera Maya Carla & Christoper (adias.angel) - December 11, 2010 - Riviera Maya Vondra'a and Kevin(Peachy~Girl)- December 11, 2010- Miami, Florida Nichole & Ryan (coley8 - December 11, 2010 - Paradisus Punta Cana Anastasia and Derek (Adj) - December 18, 2010 - Sandos Beach Resort, Mexico Jen and Kory (Jnagan2011)- December 20, 2010~ Riu Palace Riveria Maya, Play Del Carmen, Mexico! January 2011 Jan and Edward - January 01 2011 Jodie & Dave - Jan 11 2011 - riu caribe, cancun, mexico Christel & Tiante (CeeCee76) Jan 11 2011 Sun Palace, Cancun Daniel & Mitzi- Jan 22, 2011~ Coyaba Gardens and Mahoe Falls Ocho Rios, Jamaica February 2011 Anita & Josh - February 2, 2011- Dreams Tulum, Mayan Riviera, Mexico Tiffany and Jason - February 19, 2011 TBC April 2011 Cindy & Chole (Vintage Bride)- April 14,2011- Dreams Punta Cana Christina and Charles (futur_bride) - April 14 2011, Grand Palladium Riviera Maya, Mexico May 2011 Mel and Vince (Mellyrox) - May 04, 2011 Grand Palladium Jamaica Heather and Eric (hockeymom97) - May 5th, 2011, Beaches, Turks & Caicos Raquel and Sean (Mrs.G2B) -May 14, 2011 The Royal Playa Del Carmen Shannon & Paul (IrishgirlinNY)- May 28, 2011 Riu Ocho Rios Nicola & Stephen (Nicyx) - May 2011, Date TBC, Riu Plce Riviera Maya JUNE 2011 Adrianne & James (adridashanne) - June 17, 2011, Grand Palladium Riviera July 2011 Chris & John (sunstarsmoon) - July 8, 2011 Couples Sans Souci Ocho Rios August 2011 Mallory & Glenn (Mallory57)-August 13th, 2011-Moon Dance Cliffs-Negril, Jamaica August 2012 Cathy and Charles - August 2012

Mrs. Williams I am having the exact same problem!! I will be following this thread very closely to ensure I pick up all the advice that is being offered! Best wishes!