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We have breakfast, coffee and a leisurely swim in the pool before departing ways at around 11am. Tom checked in to our suite at the Westin and had lunch and another swim with his groomsman. We began our hair and makeup at 12 midday. Hair & make up was done by Tokota Hair and Make Up who were amazing. They were so calm and listened to what type of hair and makeup I wanted for the day. My dress was by: Moira Hughes Couture The Bridesmaids dresses were from: Oleg Cassini The Groom & the guys wore: Bentex Custom Suits " } ["_flexible_content_1_add_content"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(19) "field_5943bda93306b" } ["flexible_content_2_image_repeater"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(1) "3" } ["_flexible_content_2_image_repeater"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(19) "field_5943bc5633069" } ["flexible_content_3_add_content"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(704) "THE CEREMONY: The location of our ceremony was on the Sheraton Beachfront Lawn . We chose a theme of blue, green and white. 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I became a member of “Getting married in Fiji” discussion group on Facebook and many people recommended them. We found Laurence on the day to be amazing, you didn’t even know he was there but the photographs turned our amazing. He was able to capture our day so beautifully. We were looking for ‘action” shots, nothing too posed and very natural. We love the way Laurence was able to capture the natural easy going part of our day, we are able to look back on our wedding day and see that everyone including ourselves had a great time, smiling and looking relaxed. " } ["_flexible_content_5_add_content"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(19) "field_5943bda93306b" } ["flexible_content_6_image_repeater"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(1) "6" } ["_flexible_content_6_image_repeater"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(19) "field_5943bc5633069" } ["flexible_content_7_add_content"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(1442) "THE RECEPTION: Our reception was Vai Restaurant, Sheraton resort. 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It was a 14 inch round cake as the bottom tier and 9inch round as top tier – chocolate mud. The cake was covered with white royal icing and flowers to match the bridal bouquet We chose the Wanup band for our reception. Marilyn and her voice are exceptional. We were one of the last to leave the reception. We didn’t want a grand exit but to make sure we were able to speak to everyone on the night " } ["_flexible_content_7_add_content"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(19) "field_5943bda93306b" } ["flexible_content_8_image_repeater"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(1) "6" } ["_flexible_content_8_image_repeater"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(19) "field_5943bc5633069" } ["flexible_content_9_add_content"]=> array(1) { [0]=> string(1542) "The night before our wedding we had a cocktail party for all our guests, we were able to welcome and thank everyone for making the effort to come and celebrate with us. The day after our wedding we had a recovery brunch where everyone could have a good hangover meal and see each other, we had the recovery brunch at the westin where everyone could also have a swim and relax.

ADVICE FOR BRIDES PLANNING A FIJI WEDDING:

My advice is to enjoy the process, if you are getting married in Fiji remember that it is a peaceful and laid back place where it is too hot to do things too quickly. Remember to enjoy spending time with your friends and family as they have made a huge effort to be there for you. The other advice I would give is to fly over to Fiji 4 or 5 months before the day (as we did). It helped us plan and organise a lot more than by doing it over email. We were able to organise welcome bags for all our guests, which included: -Embroidered hessian beach bags -White caps with the initials G&T and the date of our wedding on the back -A recovery kit from Pure Fiji (included sunscreen, insect repellent, lip balm) and some Fiji water. The welcome bag also included a letter to all guests outlining the cocktail and recovery party organised by us and the times all events were commencing. I think its really important not to overlook the reason why you are getting married. It is such a special day and a special moment for you as a couple that I don’t believe should get disregarded. 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