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I don't really like the idea of hearing my ceremony second hand, and I don't think you can modify/personalize their script at all, which i don't like either. So if both of these are still true, I think I'll stick with the symbolic ceremony even if it it is easier to get legally married now.

Hmmm... I might have to look into this. I wonder if the ceremony still has be delivered in spanish with a translator present. Do you know?

Quote: Originally Posted by danak71 They just changed the law fortunately because earlier this year we were considering doing a symbolic ceremony because of the reasons you mentioned-translations, expense,etc. Where can I go to find up-dated legal requirements?

Quote: Originally Posted by chrystine888 Choco- you are one of the most organized brides I have ever seen! Way to go!!! :-) I may "borrow" your check-list from time to time to make sure I'm on point! ;-) Borrow away! Unfortunately, I can't comment on any legal paper work requirements since my Fi and I decided to have a symbolic ceremony for our DW in Mexico. We thought it would be easier to care of all the legalities in the States.

There is a thread dedicated to this, i guess it just depends on what words you were using in your search. Any-who, here you go:http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/t/1058/post-groom-and-gm-attire

Quote: Originally Posted by BrydeToBe I have found this dress that I absolutely love, but I cant figure out who the designer is...the attached pic is from a knock off website that I DO NOT want to have to order from but I will if I have too. Anyone have any ideas who the designer is?? http://pinterest.com/pin/160300067957995478/ Thanks! I don't know who designs this exact dress but it reminds me of Enzoani Fabi:

Quote: Originally Posted by cherany Working on invitations at the moment. Trying to decide if they need to go out before or after the holidays. We did send out STDs, so it's not a surprise to anyone that the wedding is coming up, but I feel icky reminding people right before Christmas of another thing they need to spend money on. Worse might be getting the invitation in January, though, when those bills from Christmas are coming in! Guess I'll be sending them out very soon. Not sure when to make my RSVP date Yeah. holidays and invites can be a bit tricky. I know there are other May 2013 brides in the same predicament, so hopefully they will chime in. Our RSVP date is Feb 16, which I think is fare and it gives me enough to finalize anything that is dependent on our guest count. The way we see it, if you haven’t committed to a destination wedding 3 months out, then you probably have no intension of going. Even in saying that, we know that 1 or 2 of our guests won’t be able to commit until 6-8 weeks out, but they are the only exceptions to that statement. This date is also 2 weeks prior to when we need to cancel any un-reserved rooms on our block without penalty.

Okay, so I don’t know how much detail you were going for but here it goes (believe it or not, I can actually get more specific than this): COMPLETED/PURCHASED: Deposit paid and wedding date confirmed Wedding Package selected Ceremony, cocktail hour and reception locations confirmed Cocktail hour and dinner menu selected Signature drinks selected Group rates and room block secured Bride and Groom airfare purchased Photographer contracted (no videographer) Photo Op List made Wedding day timeline drafted (coordinated with photography) Mariachi band contracted (no Dj) Flower selection made (bridal and MOH bouquets, corsages, boutonnieres) Wedding website live Invitations sent Bridal attire purchased (Dress, shoes, pre-ceremony “getting ready†robe) Wedding look determined (hair and make-up; all make-up has been purchased) MOH dress purchased Groom/BM Attire Purchased (Suit, tie and shoes) Wedding Bands Purchased DIY crystal monogram cake topper made REMAINING TO-DO LIST Finalize bridal accessories: jewelry, sash, veil? (options narrowed down, waiting for dress to come in 02/2013) Fitting/alterations (03/2013) Finalize ceremony script and write vows (already drafted) Purchase remaining ceremony/cocktail hour/reception décor (+/-70% purchased) Complete décor mock-ups and photos for wedding coordinator use Complete wedding planning form required by resort WC (due 45 days prior)Assemble and purchase remaining pre-travel package items Custom guestbook alternative (design chosen but need final guest count) Complete remaining DIY (place cards, menus, misc signage, etc…many done, more to go) Create Ipod playlist for ceremony and reception Purchase BM and MOH gifts Schedule apt for wedding day couples massage Boudoir photo shoot Chose thank you cards and wedding announcements/AHR invites AHR 07/2013 - FMIL is coordinating in Fi’s hometown won’t start think about this until 03/2013

Hey there, welcome to BDW and congrats on your engagement. For the months and location that you’re considering, May would be the best month to have a DW since it typically is considered the start of off-peak season. If you’re considering March or April, you’ll have to keep spring break and Easter in mind as hotel and airfare prices will be escalated. For me, my guest are paying anywhere between $450-$700 for round-trip airfare dependent on where they’re flying from. If you’re set on staying at a resort, than keeping your guests trip cost under $700 may be challenge since most resorts in the Riviera Maya are All-Inclusive and thus the nightly rates will be more than some of the in-town hotel options. I will be a Now Jade Bride in 2013 so if you have any specific questions feel free to ask. A few threads that may be helpful: http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/t/30580/how-much-is-your-wedding-costing-you http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/t/35152/how-much-are-your-guests-paying

Thanks for following-up with this post... My Fi is fluent in Spanish, so we're good to with communication!

Cherany! Where the heck have you been... Happy 6 months and counting

did you not see these... http://www.orientaltrading.com/design-your-own-wood-maracas-a2-57_1020-12-1.fltr?Ntt=maracas maracas will defintiely be easy to come by once in mexico, but chances are, they will all be painted.

I would love to be part of a BDW tradition if my wedding date allows. When: May 15 - 25, 2013; Where: Puerto Morelos, MX; From: Portland, OR

Fantastic photo of you two... I'll try to hold back on commenting on every post

Such a beautiful bride, congrats my friend! I can't wait for the additional pics and details.

Sure did! They were easier to make than forming the wire.

So I finally figured out what to put on my hanger... ribbon rosettes. Super easy to make, and it coordinates with my color scheme!

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Yes I have seen pics but nothing useful. In the 4 reception spaces offered, I haven't seen any brides that have used more than a dozen lanterns and this is even in spaces larger than mine and with higher ceilings. No one strived to achieve the lantern overload that I'm envisioning

Quote: Originally Posted by danak71 Tova, Thank you! I would love to see your diagram in Powerpoint! We have about 50 people with their rooms reserved but my issue now is that several of those are single people that are now saying they're bringing a guest plus we were thinking there may be an additional 10 people coming (that might each bring a guest) so I'm looking at an additional 20-30 people probably. I just don't wanna start ordering and not order enough and then not be able to find more of the exact same thing at a later date, etc. I'm getting anxious though! I want to know that it's done! Here's a pic I saw recently that I liked as well... Yeah, 20-30 unkown guests definitely warrants your waiting until you can firm up your guest count. I like the centerpiece, I think someone recently posted this as inspiration too. Back to the lanterns... I've attached my diagram, so hopefully it's useful. I guess my biggest question is whether or not I'm forcing them. Every inspiration pic that I really like is a tent set-up (16'+ ceiling height) and I'm afraid that my relatively low ceiling clearance of 10' won't be suitable for the look I’m trying to achieve since I also don’t want them to hang any lower than 7’ off the floor.I’m considering using smaller lantern sizes, but I don’t know if that really matters. And I also would prefer to go with the condensed/concentrated option since it’s a bit more dramatic, but then I don’t know if it will look like I skimped on the décor budget by not filling the entire ceiling space. Open to your opinions on this one ladies… WEDDING Paper Lanterns.pdf

Oh, and no need to shrink the template. I used a No 10 envelope and they fit perfectly and I used a boarding pass sleeve w/ dimensions of 3 3/4"x 8 1/2"