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ahh ok got it! from your other posts about raphael's i thought you had a much bigger budget lol. what you may want to do is look for sites and bring in your... >>>
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Posted by NoLiesJustLove My wedding is in Babylon too, at the Venetian in April. There is this park just before The Venetian, Argyle Park, and I will probably... >>>
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congrats on the check!!
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I have widened my search from just October to September and October of 2016. We are looking to get married on a Friday evening to hopefully cut the cost down... >>>
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You really can't go wrong with sandals. No matter where you stay they really do provide you with the ultimate experience. We went to sandals in Jamaica and I... >>>
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My wedding is in Babylon too, at the Venetian in April. There is this park just before The Venetian, Argyle Park, and I will probably stop there after the... >>>
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I want to do a weekend (or at least one night) in Montauk. Bonfire, drinks, laughs, and fun
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We are going to AC borgata for 2 nights. Most people only staying one. Doing spa afternoon. Can not wait! It's this weekend :)
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Hi ladies - One of my girls is engaged and needs some help compiling quotes. If anyone has any Friday/sat July 2016 quotes can you please send them to me.... >>>
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Hello ladies! In search of somewhere to take wedding day photos between the ceremony and reception... Wedding is in Babylon, so hopefully +/- 30 minute travel... >>>
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Looking for somewhere to take wedding day photos between ceremony and reception with both indoor and outdoor availability. Wedding is I'm Babylon, so +/- 30... >>>
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We're using Patken! They do both photography and video! I highly recommend them.
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We're taking a bus to the wineries. I LOVE it out there. My mom is hosting s breakfast at my parents house and the bus will pick is up there. I'm so excited!
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Anyone hire one? Any contact and quote would be great. Just want one for leaving the church. TIA
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Yeah they changed the whole site. I got an email last week saying its a whole new site. I haven't checked it out yet tho.
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Beautiful rings, ladies! Can't wait to see how mine came out once he pops the question!! :o)
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Yay! Thanks ladies! =)
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Posted by kellynicole91 Yes I agree! They don't have as many items anymore. I noticed they don't have the waffle robes, so I am very glad I ordered them black... >>>
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Were using Studio 27! I Highly recommend them!
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I can't rave enough about Perfectly madeup by Milena and Katrina Correa at styleseat.com/katrinacorrea for hair. They both travel. Good Luck.
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Congrats. My dress is ivory too and I honestly can't tell the difference.
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We didn't have white envelopes, but we didn't have the shimmer. I would definitely email Nicole and ask her if she can print on those. She's super helpful!
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Good to know! I have this bookmarked and was hoping to see a rave about them on here from someone who used them! Thanks for sharing!
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Welcome! We're using Lighthouse Photography. It all depends on the style of photography you want. I'd definitely research different photographers and decide... >>>
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I'm using Lola Loves Makeup. Her work is very great! I'm really, really picky when it comes to makeup and she was so patient and sweet with me. She listen... >>>
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A lot of limo company provide one. My sister used Camelot Limo and they provided one for her.
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HI Congrats! I'm using Ceci B Photography, so far she has been great to work with, my epics were amazing. I absolutely love, love working with her. She very... >>>
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Hi Everyone... I'm new to this whole thing and don't even know where to begin when it comes to looking for a photographer. Any recommendations? What to look... >>>
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Thanks! Did you use standard white envelopes? We were looking to purchase the shimmer envelopes from Wedding Paper Divas; however, the company won't print on... >>>
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$0.49 for the Outer Envelope $0.35 for the Outer Back Flap (return address) $0.39 for the Inner Envelope $0.39 for the RSVP Envelope (just copied from... >>>
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How much?
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Hello If anyone is looking for a printer, I cannot recommend Nicole from weddingink.net enough. She was incredibly patient in problem solving with us to find... >>>
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Yeah I can't find it either!
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You don't have to buy one. You're florist/event planner can get it for you. It just gets billed in like everything else. But even still they're expensive.... >>>
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Oh another perk is the cafe they have. Pastries and coffee shop that's open all day. DH is a coffee fiend so we were there everyday and I know not all the... >>>
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I did my honeymoon at Sandals Antigua and LOVED it. We did the butler service and they made you feel so special. The food is amazing (have to have the lava... >>>
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I would go back and try on both colors. My dress is ivory. And thankfully the sample was ivory. So I was 100% sure I wanted ivory. I think some of the whites... >>>
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Wow, now I'm even more excited to go! Thanks for all that info. I will definitely let you know what I think! :)
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Thanks girls. I'll check with the limo company. I'm getting married at the venue and I'm almost sure they don't provide. I'll investigate. Thanks.
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Hi Kamrun, Now running a diamond promotion a savings of one hundred dollars. As of today I do have availability for the day of your wedding . From Manhattan... >>>
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I'm at west sayville too! I booked my block at the Hilton Garden Inn in Islip. They do not have a shuttle to the venue, but do have one to the train station... >>>
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Posted by LydiaandPaul My dress is ivory and you honestly can't tell, it's white to me lol Is your FH wearing an ivory shirt/tie or white? This is what I'm... >>>
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We are going to the Sandals in Antigua. I have to say Antigua and St Lucia both looked beautiful and we went back and forth between the two. I hate flying and... >>>
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Since most of the weddings in which I officiate do not take place in a church, there is no requirement for the couple to do a marriage preparation program. I... >>>
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As what other says, start with a lists and the budget. Congratulations to the newly engaged. ... >>>
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We invited 150 and 125 RSVP'd they were coming. We had a couple last minute cancellations so keep that in mind as well. Let the mail stalking begin. Lol
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Hi! :) I think it was very informative and I was so glad we had the opportunity to try the food! It was a lot more elaborate than I was expecting- besides... >>>
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we are going to the grande in st lucia. we have only heard great things about it!
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I am expecting a very small amount of "no" because it is so much family and most of them know the date already so I can't imagine they wouldn't be there!
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Does anyone have experience with them? They're located right next to our venue & they've quoted us a good price. We'll only need them for pick up & drop off... >>>
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I expect about 20% nos from out of town guest. We are having a small wedding with just family and close friends. I sent mine out a week ago and received my... >>>
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My fiancé's cousin went on her honeymoon to Sandals in St Lucia and she loved it there.
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Hello! We are looking to book our honeymoon for January 2016 but I keep going back and forth between sandals Antigua and the grande st Lucia. Has anyone been... >>>
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They renovated almost the whole place! I love the new look they are going with!! Very modern and sleek. Can't wait for October!! We are using the Vanderbilt... >>>
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I'm getting married at watermill on 10/2 and working with Brian. Love him and everyone there! We went to a wedding there a few years ago and everything was... >>>
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I got my sottero and midgley dress at the bridal suite of bayshore
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im at west sayville! were doing the lights only in the dancefloor room i think and im still looking at hotels, i really wanted one with a free shuttle but im... >>>
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Ok so not big enough: George Weir, Hallockville, Queens County Farm Barn and Pavilion (their orchard or lawn would fit you but that's just a tented wedding and... >>>
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You girls are the best! Calming my anxiety right away! haha It was my first big purchase besides vendors so I think I just got a little scared haha
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I'm booked with Elizabeth Aiello. She is really sweet, and did a great job. I have a couple of pictures in my hair/makeup trial if you want to take a look.
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My dress is ivory and you honestly can't tell, it's white to me lol
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ahhh congrats on the check! that dress is stunning you're going to look beautiful. & I think you made the right decision by sticking with ivory
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At the moment it is looking like we will be inviting close to 200 people.
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i am having an outdoor tented wedding at the LI Maritime Museum in west sayville. i also hated every venue i visited!! it is definitely more work but i think... >>>
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Jericho Terrace is really close to Mineola train station.
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can someone send me pamela sue's quote too?
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Most of the Lessings Venues are under $100 per plate.
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My MOH did mine on the cheap and it worked out really well! She rented an apt from airbnb in chelsea. We took a pole dancing class and then went to some fancy... >>>
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Kim Castro from Bedford and Mane in Bellmore. She does hair and makeup. And Sandra Baldini for makeup.
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Kim Castro from Bedford and Mane in Bellmore. She does hair and makeup. And Sandra Baldini for makeup.
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Fox Hollow is down the road from the Syosset train station.
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Posted by rcotter90 I'd definitely go back and try on any other Maggie dresses in similar fabric in the ivory and white. Here's a thread I found on wedding... >>>
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Thanks girls! I'm going to stick with ivory! I was freaking out because of the flower girl dress but my MOH (the flower girls godmother) said you dont choose... >>>
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My venue is providing the aisle runner as part of the ceremony setup, but your limo company should provide one if you don't want to order one.
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Try on both colors and see what you like and even what color the dress looks better in. I LOVE my dress in ivory, but then I tried it on in white in another... >>>
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I decided to go with ivory and when my dress came in you would never call it ivory when it stands alone. But definitely try on samples of each color if you're... >>>
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I was going back and forth with white and ivory and the bridal attendant at the store I got my dress from said that many brides get ivory because the white is... >>>
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I'd definitely go back and try on any other Maggie dresses in similar fabric in the ivory and white. Here's a thread I found on wedding bee of your dress.. If... >>>
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I would go back to the store and try on both samples. Once you see both on you should know which one is right for you.
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YEY!! That is so exciting congratulations!! If you are having any doubt go back and try on the different colors, just to ease your mind, but I am sure you made... >>>
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Sometimes your limo company may provide one!
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Yes, thank you!! The more I ask around, from here and asking vendors I have heard not a single bad thing about Raphael's!! I am going on Sunday to see the... >>>
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If you're getting married in a church check to make sure you can have one. I'm getting married in a church and they don't allow them. I didn't look into bc I... >>>
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I agree with rcotter90...depends on your guest list and amount of ppl you're inviting. We are having a smaller wedding and are only inviting family and very... >>>
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Hey girls, Need some advice on what you all are doing for your aisle runners, if you're doing one. I don't want to buy one (which seems to be the case with... >>>
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Congrats on the huge check! It depends on your guests.. They say 20% will say no but we have mostly family and close close friends being invited so I'm... >>>
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So I said yes to the dress last night since I've been in love with the Maggie Sottero Marianne since I started trying dresses on back in October. It was always... >>>
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The Milleridge Cottage is less than a 5 minute taxi from the Hicksville Train Station..
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I thought I was going crazy! Cyber Monday I ordered place cards and they only had 1 set left so I figured I would get them if I liked the way they looked order... >>>
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My friend was married there and it's amazing!! The food was so good, the cocktail hours food was awesome so was dinner. She also had a venetian hour, best... >>>
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Try the queen county farm museum for a barn wedding or Raphaels vineyard, I went to a wedding at Raphaels and it was amazing! The food was incredible!
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Thanks so much !! ill reach out to them tomorrow. I need to just have a trial and book lol
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thank you I made the cake . my whole wedding was DIY
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I will take a look at her as well !! thanks so much !! Does she do makeup or no ?
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OMG ! That would be fantastic !!! thanks so much! I so appreciate that !! =)
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Check her out... She is great:) https://www.facebook.com/amd.hairandmakeup
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Posted by Jenni13 so beautiful !!!! love it !! where is your stylist located ?? I'm getting married at Pelham Bay Split-Rock in the Bronx and am having such a... >>>
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I booked Erica Does Makeup...love her! She has a hair team too. Minimum is 4 people, which you have. She travels all over LI. Check out her FB page for recent... >>>
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I hired Angela's Hair Design and Glam Me Up NY for hair and make-up. They both travel and they both gave me the best prices. Kelly from Glam Me Up does both... >>>
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Posted by Jenni13 so beautiful !!!! love it !! where is your stylist located ?? I'm getting married at Pelham Bay Split-Rock in the Bronx and am having such a... >>>
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Posted by Niccolina Booked my hair stylist!!! Yay!!! She did such a great job of capturing what I wanted. Your hair looks amazing! Congratulations.... >>>
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Wedding is June 13! I need a makeup artist and hairstylist that can travel to new rochelle!!!! does anyone have anyone that travels and that they would... >>>
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Hi! my name is Jenn. My wedding is approaching and i am still on the hunt for a excellent makeup artist and hairstylist. I am getting ready at The Radisson in... >>>
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Congratulations!!! I just sent mine out too. On Monday! I'm so excited. We have 265 guests. We're hoping the turn around is between 200-230. We have to... >>>
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so beautiful !!!! love it !! where is your stylist located ?? I'm getting married at Pelham Bay Split-Rock in the Bronx and am having such a hard time finding... >>>
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Very cute
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I'm using Kelly from Glam Me Up. She does both Hair and Make up. She travels to you with her team depending on how big your bridal party is. She is great! My... >>>
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Not a West Sayville bride, but my best friend for married there a year and a half ago and it was a GREAT wedding. She said she had an awesome experience... >>>
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I went to Finishing Touches and it came out to almost $800 for 9 tables and cake table. I wasn't sure if that was good or not....the linens look great though!!
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We're going to the wineries. A lot of my friends have kids so this is easy, simple and not all that far.
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I went to a cabaret show in NYC for my 25th birthday at Le Scandal. It was a good time, kinda pricey for drinks/dinner, but really worth it. I believe they... >>>
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I'm using Katrina Correa for my hair. She did an amazing job and she travels. Her IG is #hairbykat89 or you could email her at katrinacorrea89@yahoo.com
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I am renting linens from A Finishing Touch. For tablecloths and table runners (10-12 tables, not sure of exact number yet), chair covers and sashes it is... >>>
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Hi brides, I am not a local, I grew up in Staten Island, now reside in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, and my husband to be grew up in Stony Brook. Obviously I love him... >>>
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Congrats
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Thanks for the info! I think the Marriott was at the last showcase I went to, so they are probably the closest. =)
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Hi Ladies, Finally formal invitations are out. Quick questions to those already in their final count down... What percent of guests you expected to attend... >>>
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That's beautiful! You both looked amazing and so in love. I started crying. The letters you wrote to each other was a great way to express just how much you... >>>
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Congrats Everyone, Does anyone know any reception venues really close to the LIRR ? ... Im trying to open my options to Long Island to have my wedding ... The... >>>
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Congrats Everyone, Does anyone know any reception venues really close to the LIRR ? ... Im trying to open my options to Long Island to have my wedding ... The... >>>
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7 Perks of hiring a Wedding Planner Hiring a Wedding Planner might just be the best decision you can make once you Say I Do ! Here''s a list of seven... >>>
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I'M IN! thank you so much!
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We're going to Ocean City, Maryland at the end of May. A weekend of drinks, laughs, food and dancing. Can't wait!!!!
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I ordered rosette linen for the sweetheart table and cake table from tableclothsfactory.com. I paid about $55 for both and it was still cheaper than renting... >>>
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All I want is to be in the sun with a margarita in my hand and my toes in the sand. My girls have been so good to me they booked a 4 day weekend to Miami April... >>>
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Terry it's fabulous! FABULOUS!
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We went to the Awesome 80s Prom for my sister's bachelorette party a few years ago-lots of fun! Perfect for laughing, drinking and dancing if you don't want to... >>>
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Great review! Sounds/looks like you had the most amazing time! Congrats!
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Posted by kellynicole91 Posted by Ruste23 I told my Maid of honor (whose also my sister in law) I want a short fun weekend away in cape cod (since im getting... >>>
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Posted by Ruste23 I told my Maid of honor (whose also my sister in law) I want a short fun weekend away in cape cod (since im getting married in the summer) I... >>>
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Ideally i would love to go away for the weekend to Jamaica haha. But most likely it will be a spa day and a really nice dinner.
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My venue suggested A Finishing Touch in Hicksville. I haven't gone yet so I can't offer any prices but they have a website.
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I don't like the choices at my venue. Is anyone bringing in their own linens? If so where from?
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