amyh's planning galore!

[amyh]

Finally, my turn has come! I joined the forum in Oct. 2006 (the same time as Ann and Christine, who both have beautiful little girls!) and I have no idea if it wasn’t for the forum, I think I would’ve cancelled my DW upon planning!

 

 

I will try to update this thread before I leave, but I am running out of time and I am not sure if I will have time to post those last minute details.

 

Again forgive me for the terrible camera phone pics. Hans and I are planning to purchase a camera tomorrow!

 

Here goes!

 

The rings- Capri Jewelers in Downtown Los Angeles

 

 

The dress- San Patrick Real (I had the neckline altered) Purchased at LA SOIE BRIDAL -OUR STORES,ACCESSORIES,BRIDAL PARTY,BRIDAL COLLECTIONS,test

 

Hair trial and veil (180 inch, cut edge, drop veil purchased through OccanseyDesigns Custom Wedding Veils - OBridal.com)

More pics/info here

http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...ke-%5Cup+trial

 

My Shoes (Aldo- Lashell purchased on sale for $50)

I also purchased sandals at Express with lots of bling – ladies they are on sale for 60% percent off!

[amyh]

My Bouquet (with green orchids instead of hydrangeas) / FI bout

 

I don’t have a complete pic of Hans’ attire but these are his shoes and reception shirt both from BR (he will change after the ceremony and throw on sandals)

We also purchased a tie and shirt from Macy’s. Suit is from Downtown L.A.

 

Again, I don’t have a pick of the entire Bestmen attire, but this is the tie they will be wearing (from Macy’s) (they will change into guayaveras and throw on flip flops for the reception. I also purchased fedora type hats for them to stand out)

 

My MOHs got their dresses made and I have only had a chance to see three and only have this one pic. They are all different, but they all have the same bottom portion.

The MOH’s will hold one single green anthurium

 

My FG dresses were also made. I am in love with them! The top is made from Alecon lace (nicer than mine) which was marked $45 per yard! I had to purchase 4.5, but the man was confused and charged me $45 for all of it plus a %10 discount for being “niceâ€. I love how it sort of mimics the top of my dress.

 

My ring bearer, the tie was purchased through Etsy, suit purchased at Ross. (Excuse is expression, he was told to smile for the camera)

[amyh]

Photographer – Art Lemus of http://natalylemusphoto.blogspot.com/and Rudy Arpia Los Angeles Wedding Photography, Orange County Wedding Photography, Pasadena Photographer

E-Pics http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t21174-4

 

Wedding Coordinator – Priscilla from Prisar Vallarta Prisar Vallarta - Organizadores de Bodas en Puerto Vallarta

 

Our Lady of Guadalupe (ceremony site)

Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe

 

Mayan Palace (reception site)

http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...t=mayan+palace

http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...t=mayan+palace

http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t9917?highlight=mayan+palace

 

Melia (guests/ our stay prior to wedding)

Grand Velas Vallarta (Honeymoon)

info in my blog

http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...locations.html

 

Enlace – 5 piece latin band ENLACE "the reality show"

pre-recorded cd’s for breaks

 

Planned excursions-

With group- Tour Princess Yelapa and Majahuitas Puerto Vallarta

FI and I during our Honeymoon- Puerto Vallarta Sunset Dinner Cruise - Rhythms of the Night

 

 

Tablescape- alternating centerpieces with chocolate placemats (via Prisar)

[amyh]

DIY stuff!

 

Boarding Pass STD’s

 

Formal Invite

http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t17565?highlight=invites

 

Bridal shower invite

 

Starfish Escort/ Meal cards

front

back

 

Table Numbers (in the making)- We chose a lyric from each song we love and used them for our table numbers

 

CD labels- my fsil making the cd’s for us with each song from our table numbers

[amyh]

Guestboard– 3 White erase boards from Lakeshore ($3 ea.)

 

I came across this image and thought it would be a great alternative to a guest book. I plan to assign this to my cousins’ teen kids. All they need is a camera and instructions!

 

 

Kids Activity Packs- A simple bag with a personalized logo for each kid, DIY activity book, crayons, stickers, origami thingy. I also purchased lanyard for the older kid’s but my not get a chance to cut/prep the strings.

http://bestdestinationwedding.com/fo...activity+books

 

 

Luggage tags- super last minute, but I had all the supplies. I used name card badges and perforated name cards, green cardstock and clear lanyard string for the ties.

 

Personalized Hangover Kits- I designed the logo, but got everything for free (including the container)!

 

Personalized Shot glasses – this was the sample I received about a year ago. My cousin arranged to get these made in MX but I have not seen the final result. Keep in mind the monogram will be larger.

 

Personalized Tequila Bottles- These are the labels. Again, I have not seen the final version since my cousin arranged these as well. Each table will have one.

 

 

 

[~Kate~]

Wow, it all looks amazing!!! And what a great idea for a guest book - can't wait to hear how it works out. Congrats!!!!!!

[tlomlad]

Wow You Are All Ready Everything Looks Great Congrats On The Upcoming Big Day!

[becks]

Wow Amy!! Everything looks so amazing!

 

And it's finally time! Woohoo!

[MsShelley]

Amy, I am so excited it's finally your turn!! Everything looks amazing!

[anaderoux]

OMG Amy that flower girl dress is absolutely beautiful!!! I love the top!

 

Everything looks perfect, just a few days to go!!