Weekend Update!

I know I've posted these before but I think these shoes would be a perfect item for my something blue! My only concern is that I need shoes with a bit of a heel so that I don't have to hem my dress. But they would be perfect shoes to change into during the reception! I could dance the night away... as long as I don't trip on my dress, that is.

Yesterday, Lizzie came to David's Bridal with me to try on the bridesmaid dress. It looked really great on her! I thought it was going to be huge but it fit pretty well. I'm so excited!

Let's see... what else is new?

I'm in the process of putting something together for all my bridesmaids that I hope to get finished before my trip to Seattle this Wednesday. We'll see... we'll see. More on that once it's sent out, of course!

I'm getting really excited about our engagement photo shoot which is scheduled for the first of August. I'm not really sure what to wear but I know I'll figure it out soon enough!

I've also asked Christina's if I could come in this week to look at the ceremony area now that it's summer and the flowers have [most likely] bloomed. Last time I was there, it was cold and there were definitely no flowers in sight. So I'd love to see what I can expect for next year around this time. We'll see... we'll see.

We're back!

Well, I'm back from looking at dresses! And what a fun day!!

We had a successful day! [I think...] It's such a hard decision... Here's some photos of our day...



This purple dress was a favorite! Actually it was my second favorite of the store but looking back at the pictures -- it's my favorite!





They didn't have Tessa's size - so that's why she's holding it up in the back and doesn't look that comfortable. But it's a really nice dress & comes with straps if you'd like [how's that, Emily?!] =)



This black one, was my absolute favorite in the store because it was so shiny! But looking at pictures, I'm nervous it's too shiny! I think the camera flash catches the fabric at the wrong places... =(



Tessa is wearing the same dress as Lindsey in the picture above, but in a different color because they didn't have black! It's a little long & big... but could always be altered. She agreed it was a favorite. AND it has pockets!

♥ ♥ ♥

Well, those were the two picks of the day [at David's Bridal]... we had some other [less successful] dress picks [some of which were orange & yellow] -- but being the curtious bride-to-be that I am -- I'll refrain from posting the less flattering dresses =)

Here are the dresses from the website:


David's Bridal: 83312


David's Bridal: 83707

We also went to Emilia Creations in Lexington, but weren't allowed [or didn't feel comfortable] taking any pictures. So, sadly... we don't have any.

The dresses we tried on there were Bari Jay dresses and although they were very beautiful -- they're pretty expensive -- so I don't know that they are very realistic dress choices.

What do you think of the dresses?!

Bridesmaid dresses - here we come!

I'm very excited because tomorrow two of my bridesmaids, my mom & myself are going to David's Bridal to try on dresses for the first time!

I requested to work with the same girl who was there when I went into try on/buy my dress because she was so helpful, and nice and excited about everything!

Although, David's Bridal doesn't have all the dresses I absolutely love -- they have some nice ones that are really inexpensive. So, my logic is to try on as many dresses as everyone can stand... that way I can choose the right dress according to style, price, etc.

13 months to go!

Well, we are 13 months away today!

And on Saturday, Lindsey is coming with me to try on bridesmaid dresses! I'm so excited & I can't wait!

I'll let you know how it goes!

More dresses!

This one doesn't come in black, but I think the orchid is pretty!




I saw this one in person on Friday at Emilia Creations in Lexington.



Any thoughts?!

Bridesmaid Dresses

Bari Jay

Jasmine Bridal

Jcrew Bridesmaid Dress

Cute? or too plain?

Oh, Martha... So Clever

From Martha: In the whirl of activities following the ceremony, the bouquets of the bride and bridesmaids will undoubtedly have to be set aside. This clever idea can help keep flowers from getting crushed or wilted while you and your bridesmaids are busy elsewhere. Just fill hurricane vases partway with water and trim with single ribbons (affixed using double-sided tape) that hold the names of the flowers' owners.



Also from Martha: Keep bridesmaids' dresses from blowing in the breeze at an outdoor wedding with these handy weights (available at sewing-supply stores). Simply slip the metal buttons inside the hem, and stitch into place.

How smart!

Watters Maids

Oh, so pretty.

Pretty, Pretty!

Copley Plaza!

Well, in about an hour [give or take a little] we will be off to Boston for our entertainment showcase!

I'm very excited, but a little confused, and not really sure what or how much to expect.

But there are prizes! So... perhaps, we'll win something.

Also, I've heard back from a few bridesmaids =) but I am still waiting for a few more responses... oh, U.S. post mail... you're killing me with your slowness. [Maybe, that's why more people opt to e-mail... you know, pretty much instant gratification and oh yeah, it's free].

But more on our bridal party at a later date! =)


Speaking of bridesmaids... I think this is so cute! Not necessarily the color [although, I love that, too], but I think the style is pretty.

I don't know how I'll ever make a decision!

Clothing Websites!

I've been checking clothing websites nearly everyday. In case, I have some sort of vision or sudden epiphany. Some that I check out for my groom =), and our groomsmen, bridesmaids and mothers are:

The Wedding Shop at Nordstrom

JCrew Wedding Shop

Priscilla of Boston

VOWS Bridal Outlet

Dessy

Mori Lee

Very cute!

ARIA bridesmaid dresses

I've been looking up companies that specialize in bridesmaid dresses and ARIA looks very nice. I first saw them in a magazine so I looked up the website! I like that their dresses are made in the US and they're reasonably priced. They have a store in Boston which is convenient and they offer modern styles in a broad range of colors and fabrics [even though I'm pretty sure my dresses will be black]. They have a 10% discount for brides ordering more than 6 dresses at a time and they also offer discounts for shipping when you ship more than one dress to the same location.

The downside of this company, I've fallen in love with, is that they do not offer exchanges or returns. So if a bridesmaid does not live close to one of their three store locations [Boston, LA or DC] and they order the wrong size -- they won't take it back. Their website says, for this reason, order a size larger so it can be altered. That just seems like a waste! BUT... I kept reading and they do offer a "Try-it-on" program - where bridesmaids can have a potential dress shipped to them so they can try it on [see if it fits, the color is right, etc.] and then they must mail it back within a certain period of time. They do require a credit card on file [apparently, in case the dress isn't sent back].

The store itself requires bridal parties to order their dresses at least 4 months in advance [since my wedding is in July that would mean my decision has to be made by March]. Obviously, I don't want to risk ANYTHING so I would have my order in by February which means I should probably choose sometime next fall. Yay for planning.

I like these dresses much more than anything I've seen at David's Bridal. Their dresses are so LONG! Awkwardly so. They aren't very flattering for people who are short. I just don't like that. They have a huge variety of wedding dresses but everything else... not so much.

OnE mOrE drEss

MORE IDEAS!

I think this is so cute! But, I would prefer PINK rather than yellow. I love the pashminas =) and the little flower bouquets. Black, white & pink. I think so. 85% sure...





Though not quite the same thing, I have purchased some do-it-yourself fans [somewhat] like this one! I can't wait to choose a design and put them together!

Cute =)

Pretty in Pink

This is a Priscilla of Boston dress. I like it more in pink or purple and of course black. But the blue was the only picture I could save on to my computer.

I cannot wait to see The Tiffany Ballroom on Monday. =)

I'm also waiting to hear back from Lake Pearl with a potential proposal!!

Such excitement.

Bari Jay Dresses = Adorable ♥