Laurie S. Posted June 17, 2014 #1 Share Posted June 17, 2014 I'm trying to pick out a wedding bouquet that would survive the cruise and multiple flights for our beach wedding on Fiji. I've found this one on eBay, but now I can't decide between the pink flowers and the white ones. My dress will be white with silver beading. Opinions, please? http://www.ebay.com/itm/HANDMADE-Bride-Wedding-Bouquet-Flower-Teardrop-Posy-Medium-White-Pink-Lily-Rose-/261431983479?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item3cde8f7d77 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twickenham Posted June 17, 2014 #2 Share Posted June 17, 2014 I'm trying to pick out a wedding bouquet that would survive the cruise and multiple flights for our beach wedding on Fiji. I've found this one on eBay, but now I can't decide between the pink flowers and the white ones. My dress will be white with silver beading. Opinions, please? http://www.ebay.com/itm/HANDMADE-Bride-Wedding-Bouquet-Flower-Teardrop-Posy-Medium-White-Pink-Lily-Rose-/261431983479?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item3cde8f7d77 My honest opinion? Personally, as an avid gardner, I'm not a fan of artificial flowers. And getting married in Fiji, surrounded by all the beautiful tropical flora, with an artificial bouquet in hand, just feels wrong. My advice? Have your venue/wedding planner arrange for a bouquet of local, REAL flowers. Sure, you probably won't be able to keep the bouquet afterwards, but on the day, you will have something that is truly reflective of the beautiful surroundings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted June 17, 2014 Author #3 Share Posted June 17, 2014 I would prefer real flowers, too, but that might not be a possibility and for a small amount of money I can be prepared. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowPrincess Posted June 17, 2014 #4 Share Posted June 17, 2014 (edited) I agree with Twickenham, your bouquet should be real flowers from the area where you are getting married. If you absolutely MUST have artificial flowers to take home with you for some reason, I'd think about adding some high-quality artificial flowers to (perhaps) a table arrangement or similar. Artificials that are similar to the native flowers. Possibly the hotel concierge could help you. I just googled Fiji florist and found several. Here's one link to wedding flowers http://www.maroiflowers.com/Weddings.htm http://www.maroiflowers.com/Wedding%20Products.htm Edited June 17, 2014 by CowPrincess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted June 17, 2014 Author #5 Share Posted June 17, 2014 The other reason for bringing a bouquet is that I know someone who just renewed their vows at the same resort and the only reason they had a bouquet was the wife brought one. I won't be taking any of it home, including the dress, because we'll be jumping in the ocean afterwards. I might cut the beading off and bring that back, however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoyaheel Posted June 18, 2014 #6 Share Posted June 18, 2014 Another non-fan of artificial bouquets. What about carrying something other than flowers? Feathers, a fan, sparklers ;-), rosary or prayer book as appropriate (not my thing), I would love something like this with family costume jewelry (actually, I have a mounted christmas tree one of my great aunts made from my great-grandmother's jewelry) Oooh, this is fun! Faux pearl garlands/sprays Feathers TONS of ideas if you google non-floral bouquet:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted June 18, 2014 #7 Share Posted June 18, 2014 Most ports will not permit you to bring live flowers off the ship and into their port. You can bring flowers onto most ships but not off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted June 18, 2014 Author #8 Share Posted June 18, 2014 Good news, I contacted the wedding coordinator in Fiji and she will make me a tropical bouquet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare OzKiwiJJ Posted June 18, 2014 #9 Share Posted June 18, 2014 That's wonderful. Fiji has some beautiful fragrant flowers. We spent our honeymoon in Fiji. Hope your wedding is all that you dream it will be. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
092306 Posted June 18, 2014 #10 Share Posted June 18, 2014 That is good news, I'm sure it will be really pretty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted June 18, 2014 Author #11 Share Posted June 18, 2014 She's going to do a boutonnière for my fiancé, too. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mousey Posted June 18, 2014 #12 Share Posted June 18, 2014 I'm glad you worked that out and I hope you having the wedding of your dreams and I wish you a happy wedded life.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted June 19, 2014 Author #13 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted June 19, 2014 #14 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Happy you will have what it is you want for your wedding. Lots of best wishes. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowPrincess Posted June 19, 2014 #15 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I'm so happy you were able to arrange for real flowers! Good job :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marti2282 Posted June 20, 2014 #16 Share Posted June 20, 2014 The vintage jewelry bouquets are stunning. What a lovely way to honor the women in your family who have worn those pieces! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packedandready Posted June 24, 2014 #17 Share Posted June 24, 2014 Be sure to post a picture .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted June 24, 2014 Author #18 Share Posted June 24, 2014 (edited) I will. I just ordered my dress today, too. Edited June 24, 2014 by Laurie S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trixiegal Posted June 24, 2014 #19 Share Posted June 24, 2014 It all sounds so lovely! I'm a planner so I live and breathe special events. What dress did you order? Please post a photo if you're comfortable. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted June 24, 2014 Author #20 Share Posted June 24, 2014 I found a beautiful Maggie Sotero dress that I loved, but the cost for the dress here in Tucson was $1,300. I just couldn't justify that for a one-day wearing on the beach and in the water. So, I ordered a copy from Izidresses. With custom measurements, it will be $200. I'm hoping it will be one of the good dresses they make, and not one of the disasters that I've seen. I'll find the link again, it's in my thread about buying from Izidresses.com. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandy Sails Posted June 24, 2014 #21 Share Posted June 24, 2014 Congrats on the flowers decision, Laurie! I'm so glad it worked out. When I got married in Jamaica at an all inclusive, the wedding package included the bouquet so I didn't need to worry. Sounds like you got yourself a good wedding planner. I can't remember what your dress looks like so looking forward to you posting another picture. I sure hope the real thing turns out perfect! Keep us posted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted June 24, 2014 Author #22 Share Posted June 24, 2014 Here's a link to the dress: http://www.izidresses.com/sheath-column-halter-chiffon-wedding-dress-wd2015.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trixiegal Posted June 25, 2014 #23 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Absolutely stunning! You will be drop-dead gorgeous! Thanks for turning me on to this website. I can let my friends and clients know all about it. Too bad I didn't know it existed before I dropped almost $400 on DD's prom dress... Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langley Cruisers Posted June 25, 2014 #24 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Here's a link to the dress: http://www.izidresses.com/sheath-column-halter-chiffon-wedding-dress-wd2015.html Pretty, and I love that site! I'm not in the market but there are some gorgeous Mother of the Bride dresses that are not too matronly - they are young and fresh and beautiful. Laurie, all the best for a wonderful wedding and an even more incredible marriage. :) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted June 25, 2014 Author #25 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Thanks! I know there have been some bad reviews about them, but there also are some excellent ones. I'll post how the dress looks along with pictures when I get it. It should be mid-July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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