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Mrs. Quiche, Chicago/Montego Bay Age and Occupation: 28, Interior Designer Fiance's Age and Occupation: 42, Telecom Guru Engagement Date: July 2, 2008 Wedding Date: May, 2009 Venue: Coyaba Resort, Montego Bay About Me: I love Chicago and can’t imagine living anywhere else (Well, except Paris. Or anywhere in France, for that matter!). I’m a full-time worker, part-time student, soon-to-be-step-mom, indie music lovin’, architecture and design fanatic, macaroni and cheese addict, vegetarian, Francophile, Ohio State football obsessed, wedding planning girl. Mr. Quiche and I are “Partners-in-Crime” and cannot wait to celebrate our marriage surrounded by our family and closest friends. I plan on DIYing my little heart out (or as much as a suitcase to Jamaica will hold).
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Ya Mon! Getting Pretty

July 20th, 2009 @ 6:30 pm by Mrs. Quiche

After a thoroughly relaxing morning of yoga, food and swimming, it was time to leave the beach :( to get ready for the wedding. :) Mr. Quiche and I were very blase about seeing each other the morning/early afternoon of the wedding. I certainly wasn’t going to stay sequestered in our room all day, and neither was he… so, we just decided to hang out together!

But alas, it was time to leave everyone partying it up on the beach. I was glad to get away to shower and relax for a bit before all of the girls descended on the room to help make me pretty. :) I originally planned on having one of my bridesmaids (Laura) do my hair in a simple low bun. I decided that morning to have someone from the spa do my hair, as it allowed Laura more time to hang out and get ready. I didn’t want to stress her out! Luckily, Coyaba was on top of things and a stylist was sent to the room around 1. Perfect timing!

After one trial that was a huge FAIL, my hair was done! I liked it, but didn’t love it. Did I really care that much though? Nope. :) The dark bobby pins kinda sucked & little curls kept escaping all night. It was nothing that my bridesmaids (& later, Photoshop) couldn’t fix!

While I was getting my hair done, my bouquet arrived… with a purple ribbon around the stems. Nothing against purple, but it was definitely not one of our colors, so my girls took care of demolition and rebuilding. NOTE: I brought down supplies for every possible scenario - and I ended up needing to use almost all of them!

Then they got to work on the flower girl baskets. Originally it was covered in white satin ribbons and bows. Here is the final product - adorable saddle stitched navy ribbon! This ribbon managed to pop up everywhere… I love it!

At this point, I realized that I was STARVING and THIRSTY! So, Ned (another favorite Coyaba waiter!) came up to the room bearing delicious flat bread pizza and multiple bottles of champagne!


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Next up, make up. My incredible should-be-a-make-up artiste friend repeated what we had practiced in February & it was perfect!! Thanks Karrie. :)

I did my undereye concealer. Not that that is even remotely interesting, but I love this picture with Philip (Ashley’s hubby!) in the background!

Before I stepped into my dress (which I am so excited to post about, by the way!), I needed to make sure that my late night dress was ready, in case I decided to change during the reception. I am an ironing FREAK, so the fact that I busted out the iron on my wedding day suprised no one. :)

And finally, a toast to a perfect day!

Next up, the dress!

All pictures, unless noted by a *, by the rockin’ Ashley Colhouer.

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Previously in the Quiche Jamaican Extravaganza:
Ya Mon! Back to Reality
Ya Mon! “Goin’ to Jamaica & We’re, Gonna Get Maaa-arried”!
Ya Mon! Who Zip Lines Before Their Wedding?
Ya Mon! Reggae Sailing
Ya Mon! Practice Makes Perfect
Ya Mon! Rehearsal Dinner/Party/Bonfire
Ya Mon! Jamaican Mornings

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35 Responses to “Ya Mon! Getting Pretty”

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Mrs. Powder Puff (message)  834 posts, Busy bee

You are gorgeous. Dark bobby pins in your hair or not. That is all. :)

 
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Miss Cloud (message)  587 posts, Busy bee

With every recap I want to go to Jamaica more and more. And drink a red stripe :)

 
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Ruby Slippers
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Ruby Slippers (message)  482 posts, Helper bee

Ack, your ROOM!! Spectacular, with all those windows! And I think your hair looks pretty - you can’t see the black bobby pins unless you’re up close, at least! I brought blonde bobby pins in case my hairdresser wasn’t on top of things, but she had her own, so now I have a ton of the dang things! Hers and mine!

 
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Miss French Bulldog (message)  6,063 posts, Bee Keeper

I want to be as relaxed as you (and Tiramisu) on my wedding day!
@Miss Cloud: I can go with you?!?

 
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LatteLove
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LatteLove (message)  4,094 posts, Honey bee

I think your hair turned out pretty cute, even if it wasn’t perfect!
Bummer it didn’t stay all night though!

We had champagne while getting ready the morning of the wedding and it made everything so much more fun, party-like and relaxing!

 
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Mrs. Sushi (message)  967 posts, Busy bee

Wow…you have the most amazing eyes!

 
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Miss D'orsay (message)  1,293 posts, Bumble bee

That’s it, once Mr.D is legal, we’re headed to Jamaica! You look gorgeous, so smart of you to bring extra supplies!

 
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Miss Mascara (message)  771 posts, Busy bee

I agree with Powderpuff, you are so gorgeous! I love that you wore a little white dress when getting ready :)

 
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Miss Gloss (message)  1,053 posts, Bumble bee

Even though you didn’t love it - I really liked your hair!

 
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Miss Labrador (message)  1,324 posts, Bumble bee

@Miss French Bulldog: I wanna go, too! :)

 
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Miss Poodle (message)  3,015 posts, Sugar bee

ohh! your eyes are so beautiful!! :) you always keep me waiting for more, i love everything I’ve seen so far

@Miss Cloud, @Miss French Bulldog, @Miss Labrador: Can I go too? :)

 
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Miss Piglet (message)  629 posts, Busy bee

I’ll have to echo the rest of the ladies here, your eyes, hair, make-up… all stunning!!! <3

 
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Leslie Davis

such a relaxing wedding …. i LOVE it!!

 
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Mrs. Taffy (message)  2,596 posts, Sugar bee

You look so happy and relaxed! And hot!!! :)

I feel you on the bouquet surprises- ours showed up with huuuge ribbon bows- like the kind on a birthday present! We ripped those suckers off immediately! ;)

 
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Cdogsmom

You look gorgeous and I really liked your hair! Congratulations to you and your hubby! This makes me anticipate my wedding next year in Negril even more.

 
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KatieBug3017
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KatieBug3017 (message)  1,418 posts, Bumble bee

You look beautiful! And how nice that you had every single backup plan figured out in advance…that was good thinking!

 
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MrsSl82be
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MrsSl82be (message)  1,472 posts, Bumble bee

I can’t get over how bright your eyes are!!! I totally want the tranquility of your wedding :)

 
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Lillindy
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Lillindy (message)  4,208 posts, Honey bee

Such purdy hair, and I love how relaxed and excited you look!

 
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Mrs. Flamingo (message)  1,267 posts, Bumble bee

Your eyes! Your Hair! your soooo beautiful. Wow. Im coming to Jamaica too girls… ;) wait up!

 
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ms boardwalk (message)  349 posts, Helper bee

oh my gosh, your eyes!!! such a beautiful color.

 
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Miss Star (message)  1,275 posts, Bumble bee

I’m so jealous of how chill you were throughout everything! Can’t wait to read about the dress :)

 
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Ms. Sapphire
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Ms. Sapphire (message)  231 posts, Helper bee

Wow your blue eyes are just so beautiful! They really stand out in the pictures.

 
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Miss Mouse (message)  3,277 posts, Sugar bee

Can’t wait to see the dress!

 
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pvaulter718
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pvaulter718 (message)  1,581 posts, Bumble bee

Your posts are def motivating me to schedule some absolute relaxation time each morning of wedding week!

 
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Miss Stiletto (message)  758 posts, Busy bee

Aww, you are too cute!!

 
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Miss Bruschetta (message)  5,553 posts, Bee Keeper

These pictures capture an amazing feel — fun, relaxing and oh-so warm!

 
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the introitus

man those baby blues are AMAZING!

 
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Ghenet (message)  125 posts, Blushing bee

Yay you look beautiful and I can’t wait to see the dress!

 
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Mrs. Perfume (message)  1,630 posts, Bumble bee

What a great attitude with regard to the hair. I think it looks great, but I know what you’re saying with the little things you don’t love–but you say, oh well.

The makeup looks amazingly fresh and pretty! It’s interesting that it looks so natural, yet your eyes really pop! Beautiful! Your friend really should be a pro make up artist!

Love the ironing and the pizza and Champers–you look so relaxed!

 
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mkat88
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mkat88 (message)  154 posts, Blushing bee

Just like everyone else, I think your hair looked awesome! You have the most ridiculously beautiful eyes! Can’t wait to see your dress!

 
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Mrs. Quiche (message)  2,175 posts, Buzzing bee

Thanks everyone! I am living proof that weddings don’t have to be stressful!! & have the tendancy to be slightly high-strung from time to time ;)

 
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MexicanGirl
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MexicanGirl (message)  642 posts, Busy bee

i think your hair looks great! but your eyes are what really steal all the attention! they’re so beautiful! :D

 
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Mrs. Coconut (message)  337 posts, Helper bee

You look so radiant!!!!

 
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Mrs. Tiramisu
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Mrs. Tiramisu (message)  877 posts, Busy bee

Beautiful! Looks like the perfect wedding morning :)

 
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Mrs. Sea Breeze (message)  912 posts, Busy bee

Oh NO…. I was hoping you wouldn’t have a DW flower disaster TOO!! And how ironic we could have traded flowers - you take my white roses and I’ll have your purple orchids. Haha! Way to keep the stress monster at bay.

 


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