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Love this, really pretty! Where did you purchase it? Thanks!

Neimen Marcus last call, i bought it on line and it was only 40 bucks!! I couldn't believe it!

Link is here, they have it in black too.

http://www.lastcall.com/Romeo-Juliet-Couture-Sleeveless-Beaded-Wave-Dress-Navy/prod21230021_cat5910032__/p.prod?icid=&searchType=EndecaDrivenCat&rte=%252Fcategory.service%253FitemId%253Dcat5910032%2526pageSize%253D30%2526No%253D0%2526Ns%253DPCS_SORT%2526refinements%253D4294964525%252C&eItemId=prod21230021&cmCat=product

I VERY nearly bought the pink one too...

http://www.lastcall.com/Romeo-Juliet-Couture-Beaded-Sheath-Dress-Magenta/prod21230032_cat5910032__/p.prod?icid=&searchType=EndecaDrivenCat&rte=%252Fcategory.service%253FitemId%253Dcat5910032%2526pageSize%253D30%2526No%253D0%2526Ns%253DPCS_SORT%2526refinements%253D4294964525%252C&eItemId=prod21230032&cmCat=product

LOVE this, one of my favorites in the entire thread. You look stunning!!!

Here's the dress I got last year. I will be re-wearing it, providing I don't shrink too much more.

Formal by morticiaspics, on Flickr

I think the pirates idea is really cool!

You could dress everyone up in black pants, red and white striped long sleeve tee and red and white wool bobble hat and do 'Where's Wally/Waldo" that would be TOO funny in the crowds! People will be saying "theres waldo again" omg, i'm cracking up just thinking about it.

I agree with this, St Tropez is an excellent product. A little pricier than the others but SO worth it.

I can't lay out in the sun because i'm very fair but I like a bit of color.

I always use a sunless tanner before I cruise, especially since I can only spend limited time in the sun. I recommend about 10 days to 2 weeks start using a really good product (St. Tropez for example) every other day and moisturize really well on the alternate days. Then, take the same brand in misting spray form or tan towels with you to keep it fresh. Begin with a creamy mouse or lotion formula because they last longer.

 

The spray tans that I get at a salon come right off when I workout. I've found that largely you get what you pay for with self-applied products, so splurge. The cheaper ones don't last as well, and they tend to produce the oompa-loompa orange look.

Very Pretty!!! I like that a lot. How long is your hair? mine is down my back so wondering if it would be too heavy for this style.

I did this for an evening look with drinks and a show late into the night. Looked just the same at the end of the night.

 

I just bought this for the second formal night or possibly one of the regular dinner nights if we go out afterwards or something! It looks a little short but i'm 5ft2 so hopefully that will be ok :)

@jdragr

Your posts with those gorgeous dresses definitely inspired me! I've always loved fashion and wearing formalwear. I worked in fashion retail for years and I live to get invited to galas or weddings just so I can pick out the perfect gown. However, the last few years have been filled with lots of challenges and pressures so I put on some weight and stopped shopping so much (that part isn't necessarily a bad thing! ;)). I was not really looking forward to picking out dresses to wear for the 2 formal nights on my cruises. Nothing I already have in my closet fits. I started out focusing on helping my daughter pick out some dresses and bit the bullet and picked out these two for myself. They're from Cache and I used a Groupon to get them for 25% off already super low prices. Thankfully, I have shoes I can wear with both of them- gold and silver strappy heels.

 

I really hope they fit because they're final sale...

 

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I'm sure you will look stunning. They are beautiful!

Ruelala has a great sale on Spanx swimsuits right now!

They are both BEAUTIFUL!

I've been going ebay crazy and bidding on lots of dresses in the past few days. Haven't won anything yet but still trying! I have some of those shorts to go under dresses too, I love them! Wear them a lot at work under my skirts.

Prices have gone down a little on the website too!

Here is one of the other dresses that I got. This one from Amazon but it was shipped from the UK and only cost $27 American.

 

 

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LOVE this!

If you mean Orlando International (MCO), that's about 45 minutes from the port. While you're flight time is earlier than I would have chosen, it is possible to make it, though if there are any delays at all, you will be out of luck.

 

To increase your chances of making it, I'd pick self-assist departure (carry your own bags off), and a private car service, so you don't have to wait for a van to fill up. You could be at the airport by 8:30am if all goes well.

Thank you! We booked a private car service. I think what panicked me was when I spoke to RCI today and they told me you're not going to make it, its 1hr30 minutes and you should never book flights before 12pm.... dont think i'll be doing this again! ha.

We are sailing on RCI, Freedom of the seas and our flights have mistakenly been booked for a 10.25am departure from Orlando. On previous Cruise ships we have docked at 5am and been able to get off quite quickly. Does anyone know if this is the same with Freedom and if we will make our flights? I realize Orlando is a good 1hr30min drive away. I called Delta and its $200 per person to change.... :(

I am very fair and used to have the same problem. I use a clear zinc oxide cream (45) on my face and a sunscreen by Badger for the rest of my body. The cream really helps as my nose and cheeks used to get incredibly burnt, it didn't matter what I had on them. This is what I use now...

http://www.drugstore.com/ocean-potion-suncare-face-potion-clear-zinc-oxide-spf-45/qxp187819?catid=184131

I have a couple dresses where going commando is necessary. :)

lol! This made me giggle!

Cute! I've been considering purchasing this one:

http://us.accessorize.com/view/product/us_catalog/acc_1,acc_1.7/5893074100

Take only costume jewelry when traveling abroad.

I have talked to people that have been robbed. Won't take the chance

 

 

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I'm exactly the same, I have a diamonique wedding set that i take when i go on vacation. My real one stays at home locked up!

I really like that Ehpride... very pretty! I always wear a dress for Embarktion too :D

I've been looking online and in store but really expected the prices to be lower, lol. I guess i'm greedy for bargains! I've had my eye on that gold sequin dress that a couple of ladies on here have...

You both look wonderful!

I bought a couple of Tiana B dresses from HSN a couple of years ago. They pack SO well and i've worn them on two cruises and other vacations, even work. LOVE them! Roll them up or throw them in the suitcase and they still look perfect.

What a great read! Thank you for sharing the review and I love all the photos. We went on Oasis in 2012 and had a fabulous time!

I really enjoyed reading that and love the fact that you travelled alone! Before I got married I traveled as a singleton many times and have the best memories.

No experience here but thats one beautiful dress!