Any 2011 Brides out there?

[cgeris]

that dress is gorgeous! simple yet unique.

Originally Posted by clgriffi7 

November does seem like a long time off - but it seemed like forever when I got engaged back in June.  So I am just happy to be under the 1 year mark.  We are getting married on Saturday November 5th and are having our At Home Party (drinking, dancing, and cupcakes) on Friday November 18th.  We are having the party so soon after because we wanted to get everything in before the holidays.

 

This site has so many reviews and examples of photography by all of the major photographers in the Riviera Maya - so there should be plenty of info to help you make your decision.  You might even be able to ask a bride what price she was charged to see if there is room to negotiate!

 

Here are pictures of me in the sample of my dress taken at the dress shop .  Pardon the look of the bridal store - it is one of those places where you don't get a personal assistant, but it keeps the proces down.  If you are able to go to one of those on a week day you still get personal service while benefiting from the lower prices.  I am not a very ornate person, so this dress was perfect for me...

 

 

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Originally Posted by carrieb258 

Wow you are super organised. Doesnt November seem like such a long time away I dont know how I'm going to be able to stand it. What date are you getting married? I have found a few photographers I like and who are available just trying to make the decision now, I am swaying towards Sascha Gluck.

 

You must be so thrilled to have your dress - I bet it is stunning. I am going shopping for mine next week!!

 

 

[Nan]

 

 

Originally Posted by prettypigpig 

 

wow...I love the ruffles, the dress is so romantic!

Now I want a dress with ruffles too! hahahaha

Hold your horses Bonnie!!! You already have one...and I know you like buying two or three or four...of everything!!!

[prettypigpig]

Nan,

 

My FI said..keep it under 5! hahaha...

 

[Lindobride14]

Your dress is gorgeous, Cgeris!!  Fits your body beautifully  -- looks like it was made for you.  You're fortunate that you won't have a hefty alterations bill!

 

Sooo.... I'm going for my BD photo shoot today.  I'm a bit nervous, never really been naked in front of strangers before hehe.  The photographer is male too so that doesnt help matters.  His female assistant is there the whole time for wardrobe and styling though. 

 

I'm really excited about the photographer I chose.  It's www.redchairphotography.com.  Not cheap, but I always say there's some things you don't skimp on.  I'll probably only do this once in my life, so I'd rather spend more and get the highest quality product.

 

Taking the plunge and doing a more risque shoot, some semi-nudes (think more Playboy vs. Maxim)  I'll be channeling my inner vixen today.  Wish me luck!! 

 

[Nan]

 

 

Originally Posted by clgriffi7 

 

Thanks!  I don't have much of a figure (esp up top), so this dress was able to follow my curves on the bottom and disguise the top.  I am not terribly girly, so the ruffles on the bottom were perfect for me - just a touch of feminine.

 

 

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Originally Posted by JennW818 

 

 

Your dress is absolutely beautiful and perfect for the beach!   

 

I think your dress is great! And it fits you perfectly. You don´t look like you are not girly. You look pretty fit an trim in that picture!! Great choice!

[Nan]

 

 

Originally Posted by prettypigpig 

 

Nan,

 

My FI said..keep it under 5! hahaha...

 

 

Ok Bonnnie You will have to "obey" your FI on this one and keep it under 5!!!  No more!!!

[prettypigpig]

LOL! I am sure you will be fine!  I prefer male photog, because the final audience of BD pics is a male! hahahaha..just drink some wine!

I would wait next spring to do mine, so I can have longer hair and more time to tone my body!

 

Originally Posted by Lindobride14 

Your dress is gorgeous, Cgeris!!  Fits your body beautifully  -- looks like it was made for you.  You're fortunate that you won't have a hefty alterations bill!

 

Sooo.... I'm going for my BD photo shoot today.  I'm a bit nervous, never really been naked in front of strangers before hehe.  The photographer is male too so that doesnt help matters.  His female assistant is there the whole time for wardrobe and styling though. 

 

I'm really excited about the photographer I chose.  It's www.redchairphotography.com.  Not cheap, but I always say there's some things you don't skimp on.  I'll probably only do this once in my life, so I'd rather spend more and get the highest quality product.

 

Taking the plunge and doing a more risque shoot, some semi-nudes (think more Playboy vs. Maxim)  I'll be channeling my inner vixen today.  Wish me luck!! 

 

[prettypigpig]

 

 

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Originally Posted by Nan 

 

 

 

Originally Posted by prettypigpig 

 

Nan,

 

My FI said..keep it under 5! hahaha...

 

 

Ok Bonnnie You will have to "obey" your FI on this one and keep it under 5!!!  No more!!!

 

 

[prettypigpig]

My Goals:

No more than 5 dresses!!

Stay within budget.

Loss 5 lbs and tone my arms

[michelle2011]

lose 5lbs? From where? There is nothing of you!