Planning for our big day

Here are some random ideas for accessories and attire.  I'm sure I'll keep adding and taking away, but this is what I'm thinking at the moment

Bridal shower dress

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I was initially going to wear a white dress for my shower, but saw this and fell in love. 

 

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A lace bolero in case it is chilly

Bridesmaids

My bridesmaid dresses are ordered!!  Here are the color swatches I am using...Bill Levkoff eggplant and champagne.  All the girl will wear eggplant satin dresses and my maid/matron of honors will have a contrasting champagne sash.


 

My maid of honors choice...Dress with be eggplant with champagne sash


 

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Matron of Honor choice...also in eggplant with champagne sash

 

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Bridesmaid #1 choice

 

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Bridesmaid #2 choice

 

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Bridesmaid #3 choice

 

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Bridesmaid #4 choice

 

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Bridesmaid #5 choice

 

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Junior bridesmaid #1 choice

 

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Junior bridesmaid #2 choice

 

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And the back of the above dress...It is adorable!

Flowergirl dress

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My flower girl's dress we purchased from mygirldress.com.  It is organza and tulle and will have a plum sash and flower to match the bridal party. 

Jewelry

I am wearing a single strand pearl necklace that my Mother purchased for me a few years ago.


 

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My diamond and pearl earrings that my Mother bought for my 30th birthday...perfect!!

 

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My swarvoski pearl cuff bracelet I purchased from etsy seller Azuretreasures. 

Extras

 

Hair fascinator I purchased from etsy seller glamituptoppers.  I asked to have it sized to three inches (picture shown is four inches) with extra lace.  I'll post pictures as soon as I get it in :)


 

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Picture of the fascinator on a scary mannequin lol

 

My "something blue"


 

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I had a moment of shoe weakness and ordered these shoes and the shoes below from zappos.  They were almost out of stock, so I wanted to jump on it and order them for when my dress comes in.  I have up to a year to return them, so we'll see what is most comfy and looks the best with my dress!

 

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Mermaid/trumpet slip I purchased from underslip.com for $50 with shipping.  I will post pictures and a review when it comes in!  It has one tier of crinoline (I didn't want too much of a poof) and has a silk slip underneath to protect my knees from the scratchy crinoline.

 

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Not sure where I'm wearing this yet (bridal shower or day of), but it was white, and cute so I bought it

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Hair/Makeup trial

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Here are the pictures from the hair & makeup trial I had in early August (while my fiance was away on his bachelor party).  Overall, I'm very happy with my hair (don't mind the messy pics...we played around with it alot) and makeup (although we will add more purples to my eyes)

 

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This isn't my fascinator, but I just wanted an idea...

 

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Don't mind my brown roots...I'll definitly be having my whole head highlighted before October!!

 

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Day of wear...

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I purchased a white fleece set from old navy for $15 each and had a 10% off code.  I don't plan on having anything written on them, rather wear a "bride" pin or something like that, so I can wear it again (and on the HM)

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love this picture!

The Dress

 

My dress!!!  It is the Exclusive Dress line by Allure. (which I honestly never heard of until I tried it on!  I had so many "ideas" of what I wanted and wound up with a brand I never researched!!)  I purchased it at a trunk show and the dress isn't even out for purchase yet!  It is a trumpet siloutte with pearl and crystal applicaes.  The ribbon under the bust will match the dress (ivory) though.  The train is amazing, and I will most likely bustle underneath.  I also purchased the veil that I am wearing here.  It is a two layer (with blusher) that has the pearl and crystal accents to match the dress.  I am also going to have cap sleeves added (for the ceremony) that can be detached for the reception.  I am now regretting not trying the dress on without crinoline so I can see the "poof" :(


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My first fitting 8/09

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I had my first fitting and I was not a happy camper to say the least.  The dress was swimming on me and soooo long.  I was really hoping to have "the feeling" with the first fitting, so I'm praying that next time it will fit like a glove. 

 

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I am adding a silk cap sleeve (will match a ribbon that is under my bust and ties in the back) and this is us trying to figure it out.

 

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My bustle.  Nothing fancy b/c we want to show all the lace and pearls on the train

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The boys

The grooms tuxedo that we are renting from mens wearhouse.  It will be a two button suit with white shirt, plain white tie and white herringbone vest.  Cufflinks will be silver and white. 


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For the groomsmen.  Their tuxedo will have one button with plum herringbone vest and plain plum tie.  Cufflinks will be black and white.

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