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If You Like It Then You Should Put a Ring on It I have been searching for the perfect ring for awhile. I have checked out Shane Co., Tiffany, James Allen, Spence Diamonds, Sharmin, Blue Nile, Ritani, Gabriel & Co., Birks, Peoples, Tacori, Simon G, etc., etc. I would borrow tons of wedding magazines from the library and specifically look for ring ads and check their collections out. No luck. Some catches my eye, but it just does not feel right. One day, my fiance and I were walking around our local shopping mall and we saw a sign for sale on watches. We were looking at watches when I wandered over to the rings and then bam! Love at first sight just happened right there. I have never seen another right as intricate as Verragio's rings. I am VERY glad that I hold off on buying my ring until I found the one, and I am VERY glad that we decided to stop in to look at watches. There are only 2 stores in the entire BC province that carry Verragio and we happened on stumbling on 1 of the 2. I'm actually very surprised that Verragio does not heavily invests in tons of ads like Tacori. My guess is they are really proud of their work and is happy that their ad campaign is spread by word of mouth? One thing I know for sure is that I have been wearing it everyday since my engagement and I still can't take my eyes off the ring. I don't have the actual pictures of the rings but here are the pictures from Verragio's website: Engagement ring: Wedding band: Fiance did not want a flashy ring, so he picked this one:

I don't have the actual picture of the ring, but I have the picture from the Verragio website: I chose a different band design toward the bottom half of the ring so it looks a little different than the picture. My wedding band is from the same line: Fiance didn't want anything too flashy so he picked this one:

Have you tried to search them via Google? I usually find some decent items for my passport

December 8 at the Riu Palace Riviera Maya

I noticed so many brides had weddings at RPRM, but not too many posted their resort reviews recently Are there any brides that can post some recent weddings that happened in the resort?

I don't have the other items, but I found the Canada Coat of Arms Hope this helps!

Lol. I know, it is such an eye opener once we past the 150 post hurdle.

@@kmk2016 - I did in a previous post http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/topic/30824-post-all-knock-off-wedding-dress-questionscomments-here/?p=1819564

Makeup + Hair Artists We (more like I) mulled and chewed over this piece. Makeup and hair are as important as photography. The camera can show a many things that we normally don’t notice. There is a HUGE difference between a pro and doing your own makeup. The makeup products are important as well since you want makeup that is perfect for photos. And why pay for a great photographer when the subject being photographed is not as shown at his/her best? I initially fell in love with The Best Moment's work and was planning to book with them. AND THEN CAME THE REALIZATION OF THE DREADED, BLOODY VENDOR FEE!! $250 per vendor~!What~! Surely, the resorts don't get too many Asian brides because knowing our culture, that's almost considered a crime to charge this fee. I initially emailed The Best Moments on Oct 15 and Martina was quick to reply with general pricing. We conversed a few more times and then I emailed Martina on Jan 3 to see if they have a salon or a location outside of the resort so that I can avoid the vendor fee. I totally forgot that I sent Martina the email for a couple of months. Martina did not reply. I finally remembered my email on March 4 and then resend the email to Martina. She replied the next day that they do not have a location outside of the resort. I guess it is time to consult other makeup artists to see what is out there. I consulted: Norma Zumura – prices are reasonable; no location in PDC Sara Tamargo – prices are a little higher; have location in PDC The Styling Trio – prices are at the high end; have location in PDC MVP Makeup – prices are at the slightly higher end; have location in PDC Another thing I’m looking for is an artist who has a keen eye on working with mono-lid, yellow toned, Asian brides. Different eye shapes needs different application areas. Because we mono-lid brides mostly do not have a prominent crease, we have to use products to help us create the illusion that we have one. Here is my take on each artist: Norma Zumura: She is a nice lady and she has reasonable prices. However, she is based out of Cancun and I was looking for a location in PDC. Not too many pictures on Facebook or website. I believe she offers airbrush makeup. The Styling Trio: I like the pictures I see on the website. However, I was provided Adrian’s and the Team’s pricing and they are out of my budget range. Airbrush makeup is included. MVP Makeup: Edgar is very quick and prompt in replying my concerns and questions. I asked for additional pictures of Asian brides that were not shown on their website/Facebook page and Edgar was able to provide me some more. I really like the before and after pictures on their website. Also, there are lots of raving reviews both on Weddingwire and BDW regarding Melissa. Prices are higher. Airbrush makeup is extra. Sara Tamargo: I didn’t know until later on that Sara is Sol’s sister (Del Sol Photography). Sara is quick to respond to my emails. She has raving reviews as well on BDW. She offers airbrush makeup. Del Sol has worked with her quite a few times for TTD and her work is amazing underwater. The Best Moments: Martina was quick to respond…initially. After Martina’s reply on Mar 5 ([email protected]), I emailed her on April 15 asking about TTD. No reply. I emailed a follow up email on April 17. No reply. I emailed her one last time on April 25 at [email protected]. No reply. I really wanted to have Martina’s team come for my wedding, but with lack of reply that I am experiencing. I cannot provide a good review or have Martina be part of our wedding. To set hair for bridesmaids and moms? I just completed a hairstyling program and being the cheapskate that I am, I considered whether I should do the hair for my 2 bridesmaids and 2 moms. My fiancé convinced me that it is likely not a good idea because I will be completely exhausted and I will not enjoy my wedding for saving some money. I agreed with him because I don’t think I want to have that extra added stress on wedding day. So, we just have to bite the bullet and pay for hair. To pay or not to pay for the vendor fee? PDC is not that far from our resort. I believe it is about a 5 min cab ride. If I travel outside the resort then I can save $250. However, that means we have to somehow get to the salon bright and early and not be in the comfort of the resort. We will mull over this one and talk to our makeup artist later. We decided to go with MVP for my trial and wedding day makeup because we really valued other brides’ experiences and opinions. Further, Edgar is very quick to respond and willing to provide me more pictures of past brides that were not on FB or their website. We decided to go with Sara Tamargo for my TTD because she has good reviews and quick to respond to my questions as well.

Anyone purchased a Galia Lahve knock off?

I've ordered and received my second dress from Dressilyme, but that doesn't mean I stop looking at dresses! I often get frustrated that dressmakers don't provide pictures of their work even though they have made at least 5 of the same dress in the past. Anyways, I noticed there is an Etsy dressmaker that posts her actual work. Have a look and see what you think: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/amazingbridalscom?ref=shopsection_shophome_leftnav

Retail Therapy: The Veil Another bride was kind enough to review a particular eBay seller named venus_veils. I bought my veil (Cathedral length scattered rhinestones and rattail edge) and it is not bad for the price ($26). The fabric will have no problems flying in the wind. The seller is quick to respond and the veil arrived very quickly. Size of the comb The rattail edge is sewn on but there's a little bit of the veil showing on the edge. The transparency and the rhinestones. I'm 5'2" and wearing 3" heels.

So I bought my veil and it is not bad for the price. The fabric will have no problems flying in the wind. The seller is quick to respond and the veil arrived very quickly. Size of the comb The rattail edge is sewn on but there's a little bit of the veil showing on the edge. The transparency and the rhinestones. I'm 5'2" and wearing 3" heels. Hope this helps future brides!

@@DWBride2015 Thank you so much!

With the limited choices of direct flights we get from Vancouver, we picked Sunwing's package deals. Guests departing from Vancouver is $1,608 (all taxes included and transfers included) pp for 7 nights at the Riu Palace Riviera Maya from Dec 3 to Dec 10, 2014. We get credit for every 11th person. 5 nights costs as much as 7 nights. We know because we have one of the guests wanting to come for 5 nights. She researched and it costs just as much so she just might have to come for 7 nights!

Hi tygrrlily, I think it depends on what the resort makeup artists can offer. Ask him/her what sort of makeup they will use on you for going in the water. If cost is an issue, try purchasing your own cream based makeup. Take a look at a few of these videos to get an idea of what different drugstore makeup can do: I would suggest to try these products out on hot summer days to see how they last with sweat and then go swimming with it to see how they hold underwater. Hope this helps! On a side note, I booked with Sol at Del Sol for my TTD session and I CANNOT WAIT!!! Del Sol was one of the main reasons why we chose our wedding at Riviera Maya. My fiance and I fell in love @ first sight with her TTD sessions. She is one uber talented lady!

Hello fellow Canadian bride! I booked with Sunwing and I cannot agree with you more that it is much easier to coordinate with the resort's rep rather than the Sunwing rep. I'm getting married in RPRM instead of RPM, but I think the pricing is pretty similar. We are going to have 26-28 guests (including bride and groom), so we are just planning to have a semi-private reception. Can I ask you some questions about pricing? It's really hard to budget when you don't know until you get there. 1) $910 - audio and lights: Is this only available for private reception? What kind of equipment does it include (something like an ipod speaker)? 2) $305 - upgrade the arch to simple gazebo with draping: Do you have some pictures of what you are referring to? 3) How did you carry your shepherd's hooks, pomanders and other decorations in your luggage? Did you just paid extra for luggage? Thank you in advance!

Hey Liz24, I have 26 confirmed guests going so we decided to go with the free package after some number crunching. We are going to bring in our own minister to officiate our wedding because 1) it is cheaper 2) It is more personal since the minister actually wants to know our story (via email and Skype). I just find the officiant provided by Riu is rather businesslike with no special touch to make the ceremony more magical. FYI, I posted a lot of information I got from RPRM's reps so I posted them on my planning thread Some information that brides are looking for may be already in one of my attachments. Note: Any pricing mentioned on the thread is for 2014. Hope this helps!

I love planning so wedding planning may be stressful at times but fun at the same time!

He is 4 months and 15 days younger than me

So close! Almost there! Where is everyone from?

Around the world for a year and then end off with a week in Maldives. If you win $1,000 from a contest, what would you do with the prize?

My friends kept asking me why I don't pick a blue or green color because that's what they see from destination weddings. I think I just want it to be a bit different from the norm. Lol! Thanks Dido77! You are almost there! Just several more posts and all the attachments will magically show up

I saw this other post and there is another website for making crosswords. I haven't tried it myself, but I thought other brides may be interested: http://www.eclipsecrossword.com/

Hi Igann83, If you are looking at a private cocktail hour at the Daiquiri Bar it will start at $30 USD per person (15 USD per open bar 2 hours and 15 USD Hors d'oeuvres or 20 USD per open bar 4 hours and 15 USD Hors d'oeuvres). It requires a min. of 30 guests and has a max. of 80 guests. The Daiquiri can be booked between 7:00pm - 11:00pm. The Daiquiri bar is the pool bar, I believe. There are no shuttles between Riu resorts as far as I know.