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[Onelove2013]

Thanks for all the advice Ladies!

We do have Gazebo 55 held for us as of now but I may change my mind. I just don't like the rock wall and bushes behind you... I want the sand and ocean right behind us! So we may do the bamboo gazebo. And we are trying to avoid all tradition things:) no first dance, cake cutting, etc. so I was thinking a private dinner on the beach where there is no dance floor. 

How about Photos? That is my MOST IMPORTANT thing! Did you guys go with the resort photographer or someone outside?

[AllieH]

I hear what you are saying about the rock wall! 

 

We are bringing our photographer with us. She's a good friend of mine, and I absolutely adore her work. I couldn't imagine having anyone else shoot our wedding. 

Originally Posted by Onelove2013 

Thanks for all the advice Ladies!

We do have Gazebo 55 held for us as of now but I may change my mind. I just don't like the rock wall and bushes behind you... I want the sand and ocean right behind us! So we may do the bamboo gazebo. And we are trying to avoid all tradition things:) no first dance, cake cutting, etc. so I was thinking a private dinner on the beach where there is no dance floor. 

How about Photos? That is my MOST IMPORTANT thing! Did you guys go with the resort photographer or someone outside?

 

 

[murmel]

Originally Posted by Onelove2013 

 

Thanks for all the advice Ladies!

We do have Gazebo 55 held for us as of now but I may change my mind. I just don't like the rock wall and bushes behind you... I want the sand and ocean right behind us! So we may do the bamboo gazebo. And we are trying to avoid all tradition things:) no first dance, cake cutting, etc. so I was thinking a private dinner on the beach where there is no dance floor. 

How about Photos? That is my MOST IMPORTANT thing! Did you guys go with the resort photographer or someone outside?

 If you want the sand and ocean right behind you....I really liked the Casitias gazebo across from the Italian restaurant. It's a white structure, but nothing else close to it. Really a great location-although it's a bit of a walk from the main hotel rooms.

(bunch of pictures I took in January of all the wedding locations, if the link doesn't work, just click on my user name and scroll to the bottom where my photos are)  http://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/gallery/album/view/id/104294/user_id/27758

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[CanadianLindsey]

 Citlali of Claudia Photo was the most amazing photographer EVER!!  Book her if you can! In my review of her on this websitehttp://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/products/claudiaphoto-wedding-photography/reviews/4212 you can see some of her photos or on her blog and you can see how the rock wall looks too. I liked it because it made for some great crashing wave photos! And I love the picture of me standing on the rock wall with the ocean in the background! We only booked her for 3 hours so ceremony, some time for photos and then she left mid cocktail hour. I wish I would have booked her longer(but you know how budgets go!), she is an amazing artist and so nice! http://www.citlallirico.com/blog/archives/2761

 

Originally Posted by Onelove2013 

Thanks for all the advice Ladies!

We do have Gazebo 55 held for us as of now but I may change my mind. I just don't like the rock wall and bushes behind you... I want the sand and ocean right behind us! So we may do the bamboo gazebo. And we are trying to avoid all tradition things:) no first dance, cake cutting, etc. so I was thinking a private dinner on the beach where there is no dance floor. 

How about Photos? That is my MOST IMPORTANT thing! Did you guys go with the resort photographer or someone outside?

[chiquita8302]

Omg your dress is absolutely beautiful! Everyone says I should cut off any train so I don't have to deal with it on the beach, but clearly this wasn't an issue for you... how did that go?

I've heard great things about Claudia photo, and your picture looks beautiful, too, but unfortunately they're not ont he approved vendor list for EDR anymore

Originally Posted by CanadianLindsey 

 Citlali of Claudia Photo was the most amazing photographer EVER!!  Book her if you can! In my review of her on this websitehttp://www.bestdestinationwedding.com/products/claudiaphoto-wedding-photography/reviews/4212 you can see some of her photos or on her blog and you can see how the rock wall looks too. I liked it because it made for some great crashing wave photos! And I love the picture of me standing on the rock wall with the ocean in the background! We only booked her for 3 hours so ceremony, some time for photos and then she left mid cocktail hour. I wish I would have booked her longer(but you know how budgets go!), she is an amazing artist and so nice! http://www.citlallirico.com/blog/archives/2761

 

[chiquita8302]

That is a big bummer, Allie. I'm going to try to prepare myself for that, too.... it sounds like people are always initially so excited about it but then when you get to the actual trip there are a lot less who actually m ake the commitment.... I'm having a hard time trying to plan anything because we have no idea how many people are even coming! Final payment is due Nov 15th (I made it a month earlier than it has to be to try to cushion for last minute issues) so I suppose we'll see as it gets closer!

Originally Posted by AllieH 

my typing skills took a break on that message lol sorry about that ladies!! 

 

it does feel crappy, regardless of whether or not I expected people to drop. it's still a bit of a shock when it happens. I know we're all in the same boat. 

 

[chiquita8302]

That is a big bummer, Allie. I'm going to try to prepare myself for that, too.... it sounds like people are always initially so excited about it but then when you get to the actual trip there are a lot less who actually m ake the commitment.... I'm having a hard time trying to plan anything because we have no idea how many people are even coming! Final payment is due Nov 15th (I made it a month earlier than it has to be to try to cushion for last minute issues) so I suppose we'll see as it gets closer!

Originally Posted by AllieH 

my typing skills took a break on that message lol sorry about that ladies!! 

 

it does feel crappy, regardless of whether or not I expected people to drop. it's still a bit of a shock when it happens. I know we're all in the same boat. 

 

[chiquita8302]

Ugh- so much drama. But thanks- it is a bummer, because they knew very well and shouldn't have allowed me to plan my wedding around their vacation time. So annoying.

85 days is going to FLY! I'm so jealous- hooray!!!

Originally Posted by AllieH 

I know!! I thought DW's were supposed to be easy too. I figured there would be some drama, but geeez.

 

Sorry to hear about your bridesmaids (congrats on the pending arrivals, but bummer that they are dropping out).

 

I don't think she'll be traveling to Mexico at 8 months prego... I sure wouldn't (even for a friend's wedding!).

 

We are officially at 89 days until our wedding, and 85 days until we leave. I'm soooo ready!!!!

 

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[chiquita8302]

Thanks for your input, girls!!! However, I already bought the David's bridal dress, so it's kind of a done deal. Every friend except for one said it is exactly the same as my friends and said not to worry that they'd help me find something else... in other words, obviously I couldnt' get the dress even though it was similar.

 

I thought about talking to my friend about it and what not, but I know how girls can be and I didn't want anyone having any snyde thoughts in their head or any bad feelings. So, it's best I guess that I chose something else.

 

Luckily, the belt from DB for the new dress is only like $70, and our seamstress is amazing and alterations are usually only 100ish for wedding dresses, so I will end up saving a considerable amount of money in the long run, but with a comprimise. Oh well- I feel better that you guys think the new one and the Adorae look similar- at least that means I'll get the look I want.  The DB dress has a much less shiny satin fabric, significantly less rouching and I don't know really waht else.... but everyone who saw it said it was definately different enough, so whatever- I think I'll be happy once I stop pouting.

 

P.S. Just found out that the same bride is wearing hot pink shoes with her dress which is exactly what I've planned all along. ARGH. I hate being one of hte last ones to get married- everything has been done!! I'm still wearing hot pink (or coral, rather) shoes, though- not going to comprimise on that one!

 

And Jill, I have 8 bridesmaids... or technically 6, now that 2 are preggo. I was anti-DW all along, because I felt like if I was doing this then I shoudl pay for all my friends to come- which obviously is impossible... they all had an invervention at one point saying that I should do this (it wasn't even my idea initially) and that it is absolutely not for me to pay for them.

 

I don't think it's selfish at all- My mom has tried to play that card a bit. I have explaiend to everyone- it was either do this, or Elope here in NH... We are overdue for a vaca, and we might as well get married somewhere beautiful. And at least this way, we can invite some people to join us. If they can make it they can, and if not, then they can see the pics when we get home. I'm sick of waiting to get married just because we dont have the $30K that other parents fork over to spend on a regular wedding. And no matter what you do, there is no way to do it at home without a. spending WAY too much, or b. not inviting some VIP's. This kills all those birds with one stone. Dont feel selfish!

 

And as far as the ties... he really doesn't want to wear one? Is it that important to you? What if he wears it during the vows and can ditch it afterwards? My FI wants to get a jacket just for some of our pictures but he doesn't actually want to wear the jacket lol

 

-Chris

Originally Posted by Jillsepher 

That totally sucks Chiquita! So now how many bridesmaids do you have? Luckily the one sister I have going stepped up and is going to be my bridesmaid. Thank goodness! There has been a ton of drama with this wedding and a lot of people calling me selfish for having a DW that they can't afford to come to. At first it hurt my feelings and then I realized that this is the only day I get to be selfish so whatever! Anyone else get this reaction?
59 days til we leave and 63 til the big day! We got my FI's attire and now my biggest hurdle will be getting him to wear a tie. He's killing me!

 

Originally Posted by AllieH 
 

 

 

Originally Posted by Jillsepher 

That totally sucks Chiquita! So now how many bridesmaids do you have? Luckily the one sister I have going stepped up and is going to be my bridesmaid. Thank goodness! There has been a ton of drama with this wedding and a lot of people calling me selfish for having a DW that they can't afford to come to. At first it hurt my feelings and then I realized that this is the only day I get to be selfish so whatever! Anyone else get this reaction?
59 days til we leave and 63 til the big day! We got my FI's attire and now my biggest hurdle will be getting him to wear a tie. He's killing me!

 

Originally Posted by jnitschke 

I have to say I agree with Nikki.  Most people don't remember the details of other people's clothing.  One of my best friends was married in April and all I remember about her dress was that it was a fit and flare with a lot of beading... and that was my memory as someone who at the time was looking at wedding dresses non-stop.  For how much we spend on the dress and alterations, you shouldn't have to settle, just go with what you want.  It's not about what others think, but you're the bride...it's about what you think.  That's all that matters.  Plus to me, it looks like there is a greater difference between the Adore and your friend's dress, than your new dress and the Adore.   If you can't list things you love about this new one over the Adore, then I it's not your dress... just a look a like.  Also, a lot of your look will have to do with hair, makeup and accessories.  Not just your dress.  If you style your hair differently I doubt anyone will notice.  Mostly, your goal should be, to be so stunning that people won't be able to think of anyone else.  But, if keeping the Adore would make you feel self-conscious the whole time, then just go with what makes you feel confident.  Likewise, if the entire time you would think "I love it, but.... " then don't bother switching.  And, while the new dress is cheaper, the cost of the additions and alterations would have to drive that up a considerable amount.... making it negligible. 

 

 

Originally Posted by Jillsepher 

That totally sucks Chiquita! So now how many bridesmaids do you have? Luckily the one sister I have going stepped up and is going to be my bridesmaid. Thank goodness! There has been a ton of drama with this wedding and a lot of people calling me selfish for having a DW that they can't afford to come to. At first it hurt my feelings and then I realized that this is the only day I get to be selfish so whatever! Anyone else get this reaction?
59 days til we leave and 63 til the big day! We got my FI's attire and now my biggest hurdle will be getting him to wear a tie. He's killing me!

 

Originally Posted by TheWolferts 

I LOVED my adorae!

 

My husbands close cousin got married at the El Dorado Maroma about 8 months before we got married and I knew my dress was VERY similar... but I didnt want to not wear the adorae because it resembled anotehr family members dress. At first I was a little worried people would compare them, but I dont think anyone even noticed other than his cousin, who couldnt even attend the wedding. I felt so beautiful on our wedding day that I am glad I didnt sacrifice the dress of my dreams just because there might be some comparison. If you feel like the new dress will make you feel as fantastic as the adorae, then keep it, but dont sacrifice your vision and feeling just because of the similarity!

 

In my opinion, the dress that you ended up buying looks just as similar to your friend's dress as the adorae does...

 

If you are going to go with so similar a style with rouching, fabric, fit and flare... then you might as well go with your original choice... Just my opinion