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    Quote: Originally Posted by hortonk Oh my gosh that is SO exciting!!!! Cant wait to see photos and read your review! Quote: Originally Posted by EmmA1025 OMG soo close! How many guests are you having?? Also, did you go with an outside photographer? I can't believe I'm in the final month of my 23 month engagement, definitely an exciting moment! I'll be sure to post a review upon my return and if I have it in me I'll also post a planning thread, but hopefully I can get the planning thread going before we depart. We'll have 22 guests including the Bride & Groom and we contracted Sassha Gluck for our wedding photography.
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    Quote: Originally Posted by shannonmarie Tova, Your less than a month away now! Are you ready?! I hope so, I’m Feeling pretty good with where I stand, but I also dropped a few projects. Quite frankly, my hours at work increased and I got tired of doing stuff. While there were a few details that may have been a nice touch, in the end I didn’t deem them necessary (ceremony programs, ribbon wands etc) To do in no particular order in the next 4 weeks: Purchase another bandeau bikini (need to avoid tan lines for the first 3 days) Complete Reception playlist (songs chosen but not organized) Complete mock-ups for WC use Get E-Ring polished and photo ready Purchase frames for all signage (picked out, just need to make the trip) Figure out veil situation (maybe alterations) Contact USPS to hold mail delivery for 2 weeks Contact banks for out of country transactions Order Bouquet charm I also have a series of appointments the days leading up to departure (shellac mani/pedi, brazilian, lash extensions...) How are you two making out?!?!?
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    Quote: Originally Posted by JA2012 What brand of extensions will you be using? Do you swim and can it get wet?? My Tech uses the Resse Roberts lash extension line. I honestly have never gone swimming in them, but then again I started getting them installed this past January I don't live in a warm enough climate to swim during the winter months. I have been in jacuzzis, saunas and shower daily without any issues. the pic below is my beofre and after pic. I may go with a fuller set for the wedding, we'll see.
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    Yes, all the items that you both listed must be declared
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    Quote: Originally Posted by Kal520 Never more of an opinion than needed, I am OCD about anything beauty especially when it comes to wedding day look, I've been stockpiling high end wedding day makeup for the makeup person to use since I am such a brand snob!! I think I will stick with the resort and if I hate it I will be bringing a backup opi color I like and they can just do a regular mani with that I suppose? I have had shellac chip on the corner/edge once or twice and would die if that happened before the wedding. Understandable, I've encountered peeling in the 2-3 week period a couple times but never earlier than that (knock on wood). Quote: Originally Posted by Dazeydawl Tova Seeing as how you are a shellac snob (lol) and I know nothing about it, I was also thinking of getting it done for the first time cause I read it lasts longer but is it possible to do a French Mani and pedi? Of course you can, and you have options too. Base: Negligee (sheer pink with a subtle pearlescence), Clearly Pink (semi-sheer pink) or Romantique (opaque light pink, think of OPI bubble bath) Tip: Studio White (bright white) or Cream Puff (natural/off-white) My preference is Negligee or Clearly Pink as a base and Studio White on the tips; they’re the most natural combo in my opinion. I know many who prefer Romantique with Cream Puff, but this just seems so stark to me…probably a skin tone thing
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    Hey Kal, I'm actually a bit of a Shellac snob... Many use the term Shellac to generalize all gel nail polish systems, but Shellac is a specific brand by CND. In my honest opinion it's the best gel polish brand and I've experimented with a few over the past 2 years. it has limited color options compared to its competitors, but the best pigmentation, protection, and healthiest option for natural nails in the long run. Aside from this, gel polish is a bit harder to work with and not all nail techs apply it well, I've seen and heard of a few sub-par applications. Finally I spent the months of January and February experimenting with wedding nail options and layering polish colors and know exactly what I want. I'm getting my nails done 5 days before the wedding and there will be minimal growth and since my nail color is neutral, I'm not too worried about it. Probably more of an opinion than what you were going for, but hopefully it helps you decide.
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    Feeling pretty good with where I stand, but I also dropped a few projects. Quite frankly, my hours at work increased and I got tired of doing stuff. While there were a few details that may have been a nice touch, in the end I didn’t deem them necessary (ceremony programs, ribbon wands etc) To do in no particular order in the next 4 weeks: Purchase another bandeau bikini (need to avoid tan lines for the first 3 days) Complete Reception playlist (songs chosen but not organized) Complete mock-ups for WC use Get E-Ring polished and photo ready Purchase frames for all signage (picked out, just need to make the trip) Figure out veil situation (maybe alterations) Contact USPS to hold mail delivery for 2 weeks Contact banks for out of country transactions Order Bouquet charm Items with hard dates: 04/20 Mail remaining Pre-Travel Packages (half were hand delivered to guest in Portland and Seattle) 04/20 2nd fitting and groom alterations 05/11 Hair Extensions Install 05/12 Complete all packing 05/12 Brazilian 05/14 Shellac Mani/Pedi and Fresh set of lash extensions 05/15 Depart for Mexico On another note, my guestbook puzzle cam in today... very happy with it!
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    From the album: May 2013 Brides

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    May 2013 Brides

    Images added to a gallery album owned by ChocoTaco7568 in Pictures from (pre-2014) Forum Topics

    May 2013 Brides
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    Shannon, I was just thinking about you and wondering how your BD shoot went. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience and that you were happy with your pics. Good call with MAC, this is definitely a good option if hair and makeup isn’t included in BD package I still can’t decide when I want to present them. I’m either think during the first look or on our wedding night. Either way, I really want to be there and witness his reaction first hand. And Congrats on your new home.
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    Shannon, I was just thinking about you and wondering how your BD shoot went. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience and that you were happy with your pics. Good call with MAC, this is definitely a good option if hair and makeup isn’t included in BD package I still can’t decide when I want to present them. I’m either think during the first look or on our wedding night. Either way, I really want to be there and witness his reaction first hand. And Congrats on your new home.
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    Quote: Originally Posted by uhura526 So jealous of all your bachelorette parties! I wish I had one, but my MOH (who is my cousin) doesn't really know any of my friends and everyone is out of state (they in NYC and Cali) and me in DC. I just opted not to do it. I'm an April bride but this forum has by far helped me the most in my planning journey. Sharing ideas and support and keeping it active! I leave in the morning for Cayman and I'm so excited that the time is finally here! I'll be back to report on my experience! Congrats and enjoy the moment. You're going to be a beautiful bride and I can't wait for the recapn and pics upon your return.
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    Quote: Originally Posted by uhura526 So jealous of all your bachelorette parties! I wish I had one, but my MOH (who is my cousin) doesn't really know any of my friends and everyone is out of state (they in NYC and Cali) and me in DC. I just opted not to do it. I'm an April bride but this forum has by far helped me the most in my planning journey. Sharing ideas and support and keeping it active! I leave in the morning for Cayman and I'm so excited that the time is finally here! I'll be back to report on my experience! Congrats and enjoy the moment. You're going to be a beautiful bride and I can't wait for the recapn and pics upon your return.
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    I cringe every time I see a 1 or star posting on trip advisor. I try to read these with a grain of salt, but when there's consistency in the types of complaints being written, I become very worried, but also happy that we will only be there for 4 nights. Per a conversation with my TA regarding the over booking issue, she did confirm that it happens (and not just at Now Jade) and can be an issue but only for those who book independently through sites like hotels.com, orbitz.com etc. since the reservations are being made at that instant, but there is a delay in reconciling these reservations directly with the resorts. This is the benefit of having a room block or booking directly with a resort since it's truly the only 100% guaranteed reservation. It would be nice if they notified prior to arrival, but they don’t for whatever reason.
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    I cringe every time I see a 1 or star posting on trip advisor. I try to read these with a grain of salt, but when there's consistency in the types of complaints being written, I become very worried, but also happy that we will only be there for 4 nights. Per a conversation with my TA regarding the over booking issue, she did confirm that it happens (and not just at Now Jade) and can be an issue but only for those who book independently through sites like hotels.com, orbitz.com etc. since the reservations are being made at that instant, but there is a delay in reconciling these reservations directly with the resorts. This is the benefit of having a room block or booking directly with a resort since it's truly the only 100% guaranteed reservation. It would be nice if they notified prior to arrival, but they don’t for whatever reason.
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    Love mine, just go it in the mail and can't wait to try it with my dress during the second fitting... here's the stock photo:
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    Love mine, just go it in the mail and can't wait to try it with my dress during the second fitting... here's the stock photo:
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    From the album: Post your hair flower here

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    So sad that my Bachelorette Party weekend is over, but it was great fun and suprsingly didn't result in the worst hangover of my life. But I also consumed more water and coconut water in the 48hours than I thought was humanly possible, but it was a great pay-off. I was able to rally for brunch on Sunday and enjoyed a few bloody mary's. It was the perfect weekend to start off the next 4 weeks of sobriety.
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    So sad that my Bachelorette Party weekend is over, but it was great fun and suprsingly didn't result in the worst hangover of my life. But I also consumed more water and coconut water in the 48hours than I thought was humanly possible, but it was a great pay-off. I was able to rally for brunch on Sunday and enjoyed a few bloody mary's. It was the perfect weekend to start off the next 4 weeks of sobriety.
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    From the album: May 2013 Brides

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    So after hours of searching through 100's of veils (no exaggeration), I found the perfect veil and I'm sooo in love with it, but it's too long. Does any know anything or have any experience with veil alterations? There are lace appliques along the perimeter and the 2 rows of piping shown are actually rows of 2mm seeded pearls. I have my second fitting on Saturday and will show detailed pics to my seamstress, but was curious as to whether an of my BDW brides have any experience with this.
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    So after hours of searching through 100's of veils (no exaggeration), I found the perfect veil and I'm sooo in love with it, but it's too long. Does any know anything or have any experience with veil alterations? There are lace appliques along the perimeter and the 2 rows of piping shown are actually rows of 2mm seeded pearls. I have my second fitting on Saturday and will show detailed pics to my seamstress, but was curious as to whether an of my BDW brides have any experience with this.
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    From the album: Show us your wedding dress!

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