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Sorry- not sure... Oriental Trading may have some? I'm making my fans.... That will have my program on them. Another DIY project!

Definitely having a rehearsal.

Cruise lines require you to put tags on your bags so they can identify them if you do transfers, Disney does the same thing and so does sandals resorts.... It's fairly common place to have bags identifying groups travelling together or as part of a large group- not worried in the least.

Hahaha I know! I've commented on posts asking a question of an OP and then realized afterward that it's like 5 years old! Doh!!

Considering she posted this a year and a half ago- likely not! Happens a lot when people are trying to get to 150... Old posts get resurrected and then others don't notice the original date! There was a bride selling similar items last week though! (That was current)

There is tons of information regarding this in this thread... Read through and all your answers will be found! (Wishing lanterns that you let go in the sky are not permitted in the region/or the resort but yes Chinese lanterns are used for decor by many brides.

Go to your FAA regulations! Sparklers are considered a combustible and are not permitted for air travel. They can inadvertently spark or catch fire (unlikely yes- but a possibility) and could be extremely dangerous to the plane and passengers. It falls under the realm of explosives.

I'm not asking people to wear a specific color, but I will be giving a dress code recommendation to everyone attending. Although a DW, I don't want guests in shorts and T shirts... So I will be providing them some guidance. (We aren't right on the beach for the ceremony so not an issue in that respect). I have seen some nice wording for this, and will follow suit, but I will definitely be giving guests direction!! Call me type A, but I don't want to look out at the congregation and see uncle Bob in a OP tank top and board shorts.

As a side note- we didn't do this at my first wedding with my XH. I had wanted his first look at me when I walked into the church on my dad's arm- and scheduled in 10 minutes after the ceremony for some quiet reflection together to take it all in. Well- that 10 minutes disappeared between rushing for photos, being behind schedule to the reception, some unexpected emergency here and someone needing us there... In the end, we looked at each other at the end of the night exhausted and realized the day was a total blur. This time around I'm determined to do things different (on so many levels haha) and this is most definitely a learning that I'm taking from my first marriage and making a priority this time around.

We are definitely doing one. I want that first moment he sees me to be between him and I... And to have 10 minutes with out guests and bridal party staring... Just us (and photographer) spending some "still time" to absorb the moment and enjoy that quiet moment together. Some take that moment to pray together- but for me it's just to take 5 minutes in the craziness of the day where it's just he and I. The fact we can capture that moment? Even better!

I know the White House replies for sure... I believe the queen does too.

I think dress 1 is more flattering on you as you have a great body and it suits this more fitted style! both are really pretty though! I like it with the belt... But it's not necessary! Pretty either way.

I have to share a fabulous part of a cousins wedding In which I was a BM. She is in my bridal party or I would consider doing something similar..., but I wanted to share because it was one of the most unique and fabulous parts of her wedding and it would be such a great "solution" for us DW brides. So..... As guests arrived at the ceremony, they were asked to write their name on a small piece of paper and place it in a jar, as part of the bridal party, unannounced to us, our names were also added, no one knew what this was for, and just followed the ushers request. At the end of the ceremony the officiant said- "although I can not yet officially announce you as husband and wife, you may now kiss the bride".,, and everyone was confused but whatever... Hahaha (some probably didn't even notice this part and assumed it was typical end to a wedding) Then at the reception the Bride, Groom and Officiant stood up at the start and brought the jar up. It was explained to everyone in the room that there wasn't a single person more important than the next, or loved more than another that was there that day to celebrate their union- and that they wanted to include everyone in their life long bond. It was then explained by the officiant that she would pull two names from the jar, and those two people would come up and sign as witnesses and make the wedding official. The entire room cheered (and shed a tear or two because it was so meaningful)... And I have to say it was one of the best moments I have ever witnessed at a wedding! Once the paper was signed the officiant proudly said and "NOW I can announce you as husband and wife". Obviously at a DW you may not be able to do the signing at the reception since you officiant is likely off to another resort doing another wedding by then- but it could easily be incorporated into the ceremony I would think! Just an idea for those that don't have a Matron of Honor or Best Man and wanted to still have witnesses (even in a symbolic ceremony).

Check mango.com too- I love them and they always have great styles. Ships out of Spain and arrives in 2 days and free returns! (They handle it all)... Reasonable prices and great sales... I'm addicted to this site! (No surprise duties either! And free shipping if you spend $150 Canadian)

I believe they allocate a maximum 1 hr- but most only last 1/2hr. Just go through it with your onsite WC at your meeting. You may also want to send it ahead to your Miami WC so it's on file how you want the ceremony to flow.

You need receipts for both. (But less for coming home I would imagine). Going into Mexico you are only allowed to bring with you $400/goods that you plan on leaving there. Although you plan on bringing them home with you- customs will not necessarily believe that/ so it's just safest to bring the receipts. (Doesn't mean you have to leave them!) when you come home, it's not a big deal/ you just tell them you got married and took some stuff with you and are bringing it home. It's the brand new items that could be construed as items you could sell while in Mexico, that are the problem/ but they see it all the time and it's not an issue.... Just have your receipts so you don't have to worry!

I would just ask your TA what, if anything she sends to guests booked for the wedding prior to travel from her, so you can plan your pretravel guest mailers and not be redundant. But I agree- I think it's something funded/provided for by the tour operators here in Canada, and since they aren't part of the equation in US- you may not.

Dress on the plane- not a problem... Planes will normally allow you to hang it in a closet or lay it in an overhead bin, As for customs- bring your receipts for anything you plan on leaving there. Max per person is $400 worth of good like this. So split in between your FI and you and all good, it's Mexico/ so customs can be slow and you wills need to push the magical red/green button that could land on green and have you opening all your bags for the officer- but it's not an issue if you have your receipts. Explain you are getting married- they see this type of thing all the time and it's not illegal to travel with any of that. Make sure you don't have sparklers or matches in your suitcase and you are good!

So my FI and I have agreed to a mariachi and have decided the moment we kiss at the altar, the mariachi will start to play (6 person) and line up 3 on either side of the aisle behind the congregation (sneaking in while the last bit of the ceremony is happening while know one pay attention behind them) and start playing.,. Where we will lead the congregation through them to the back of our ceremony space (sky deck at Azul Sensatori), to our cocktail reception. We wanted a lively and fun song to get the celebration started... Do you think El Mariachi Loco would be a good fit? We think it would definitely make everyone shocked! (They will all be watching a quiet ceremony- and then our kiss... And then POW... Let the party begin! Thoughts? Appropriate? Any other suggestions that are fun and lively we can kick off cocktails with? We will have them mix in all the favorites later but want to set the mood for the first song!

Not sure what style that your looking for- but convertible dresses would be a good option and available on etsy/ would eliminate the need for alterations... Or banana republic canada online has a couple cute options in navy sun dresses $150 or less.

Well we just were told by my stepson (the one turning 15) that he is not interested in standing up in front of everyone and really isn't keen on being a part of the ceremony in any way...(he's happy we are getting married- but just uninterested in being a part of the "event".,, just wants to come and watch. Lol. So I'm going to push him past his comfort zone somewhat and make him do something that blends our family together but we will see what that is since my two will definitely be a part of it and I'm not changing that.

Yup! Since we are on the sky deck overlooking the ocean and not right on the beach, it's even more rational to have a more "formal" look/ even though I don't think it's formal in the grand scheme of things, (I'm having a friggen chandelier hung in my reception gazebo after all! Haha)

Check Pinterest/ tons of inspiration! search mango blue wedding to start!

Yup my guys will definitely be in long sleeve shirts potentially rolled at the cuff and buttoned up with a tie and tucked in with suspenders. I want a clean groomed look and am just not a fan of the loose untucked linen shirts despite how much cooler they may be. We are February so hopefully the guys can suck it up... If not? Oh well!

Booooooo ACV! Haha