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Let’s Talk Dresses

Friday, August 27th, 2010

Ian has gone camping for a few days. This means three things for me. First, that I have no sense of bedtime and ended up working far far into the night last night (but got SO much done!) When I finally did decide to go to bed, I couldn’t sleep. Sleeping alone is slightly uncomfortable and a little scary actually, especially since it was the first time being alone in the new house. Second, that I couldn’t watch any TV because I don’t know how to turn the darn thing on! I’m telling you, this TV has more cords/connections/etc. than I have ever seen before. It’s confusing and since we just moved in I have yet to figure out how to turn it all on. And finally, the third and BEST part about him being away…we can talk DRESSES on the blog today!!!! :)

So, without further ado, let’s get it going! I was all for the Vera Wang Diana Dress, but recently decided to change up my style a little bit to get something that makes me look skinny. But, I am not a fan of a really big transition from pencil dress to Cinderella dress. I want something right in the middle. Oh I kind of like the idea of a tafetta or something like that. Not a fan of satin and not a fan of lace. Ok, that was me babbling about the tiny bit I know about my dress….which I realize may not make any sense.

Oh and I totally plan on getting a recycled dress. Why am I doing that you ask? Because I’m on a budget and I refuse to give up my Vera Wang style for a “budget” dress. It’s all about being smart about the money, but the wedding doesn’t have to look like I was skimpy! So, that’s my reasoning.

First off is a Nicole Miller dress which looks incredible in this professional photo shoot. I have seen a few pictures of the dress and I don’t totally know if the fabric is the right choice, but I love the shape of this one.

This is a Marisa style. This one may be a little too trumpet for me, but I love that back! It just flows and is gorgeous! Again, I am fully getting pulled in by the photos thinking maybe it will look the same on me!

And finally, my favorite, the Melissa Sweet option! Just like the others, I may be slightly obsessed with this one because she looks so amazing in it but this one has something to it that I think it would look great on me. That top right photo is exactly what I mean with the style dress I want. It does a little bit of both in a great transition. The seller lives in LA (5 hours away) but I may take a little trip down to try it on.

So what do you guys think? First of all, are you considering buying a recycled dress or planning on selling yours after the fact? Any current dress obsessions?? I have to hurry and find the dress seeing as the wedding is just 7 short months away!

Garrett and Stephanie Tie the Knot!

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

First of all, thanks so much to J Andrew Photography for allowing me to post his work on my site. I’m very excited to feature him and his work as it is just fantastic.

Look at that dress! I saw it and instantly fell in love with the shape, the texture, the fabric, oh it’s just plain gorgeous! Of course with something like that you want to know where it’s from, so I asked!

“One of my sisters gave me a bridal magazine right after I got engaged, while looking through the magazine I saw this Watters gown that I just fell in love with. I went to couple of local bridal boutiques in Bakersfield, CA, but I told my mom I couldn’t buy a dress until I had tried the Watters gown on. I had a hard time finding a store that carried the exact dress I wanted. I finally found a store in Tarzana, CA (a few hours south) called Lili’s Bridal. My mom and I drove down south one afternoon to see if it was the right dress. Once I put the dress on I knew it was the one!”

Well the dress is amazing, and shortly I will be sharing more from this amazing wedding!

Smart Bride – LVC Mag Guest Post

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

With the “budget bride” becoming the new big thing, lots of new wedding resources are sprouting up to handle the need of this new kind of bride. But there is one thing taking popularity faster than the rest – recycled wedding dresses. Bring it on! The days of spending money to preserve and box your gown so you can add it to the stuff already in your closet are over!

Check out the rest of the article I wrote about Smart Bride over on LVC Mag!

Buttons All Down Your Back

Monday, March 29th, 2010

Wow, lots of teasing today. Sorry about that, I really do want to show you guys all of this amazingness in full view! The entire wedding will be posted tomorrow for you :)

I LOVE BUTTONS! I want a dress like this (well actually if I am wanting things, I want this dress!) I will keep buttons in mind when I search for the perfect dress. Speaking of the perfect dress, it is almost time to start dress shopping pretty soon. I am excited to try on all the different styles and find out what styles actually look good on me.

Of course I am in love with the Vera Wang dress, but I think it may also be smart to test the waters a bit and see what other designers there are out there. Also, I am pretty sure I will be buying a recycled wedding dress. I have been searching though Smart Bride to find some that I like.

What designers should I look out for?? Is there anyone I am missing on my radar? Also, of you are already married, are you selling your dress? I would love to see what my readers have for sale! Send over links!

Real Wedding – Napa

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

Amanda and Ben Piper created a fun and equally romantic event for their wedding.

Venue: Meritage Resort, Napa California
Photographer: One Love Photography

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