I just came across this idea on a photographers blog and I thought it was soooooo adorable. The brid...
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08/02/2009
 We plan to cut a rug!!! |
First Dance
Just Dance: Anyone doing anything special for their first dance?
Ever since this process began, I was transfixed on the idea of having a specialty dance. Something that would be fun for us to do, and entertaining for our guest to see. I'd seen time and time again on TV and on youtube the "fake me out" first dances and had to have this as part of our day. So secretly my FH and I have been practicing our dance...and I must say...it's freakin awesome. lol. We are going to start off by playing So High/Cloud Nine ( John Legend) and lead into: Bust a move, Its Not Unusual (oh yes, we are doing the carlton dance), and end with Night Time is the Right TIme ( Best known from the episode of The Cosby Show where Cliff and the kids perform for their grandparents on their anniversary...think little Rudy lip synching "BAAAABY....BAAABY").
We also have a pretty cool intro set up for the bridal party! Im so excited. How many of you all are planning to do something for your first dance/bridal party entrance? Oh...if any of you are interested in making your own mixes for things just like this, go to: www.jamglue.com. It really is the best...you can mix and cut your own mixes and it is sooo easy to do...plus you'll feel so proud of yourself once you've completed your mix. I've made my bridal party entrance mix, wedding processional/recessional mix, and first dance mix all from this site. The easiest and best DIY project I've done so far. |
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08/02/2009
 Ivory Flower girl Dress |
Flower girls
Flower girl Dresses
Im so late with my postings!! I was reminded about my flower girl dresses the other day when I discovered...one of my girls couldn't fit into her dress!!! The measurements for her were WAY off... she's an 8 year old girl, and they figured that she could wear a size 6! Me not knowing anything about children's clothing had not even question the size. Oddly enough her mom, who is a bridesmaid, got her dress and it was practically falling off of her...which makes me think the tailors at the bridal shop she went dont know what the heck they are doing. So please, tell your girls to double check their measurements so they dont have to spend extra getting alterations, and you wont have to deal with crazy situations like this.
Anywho, I was able to get it all switch out in the nick of time and things are all good to go for my littlest girlies. This is the dress that they are wearing...I think it is sooo adorable! |
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08/02/2009
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Wedding Video
TIP: Reception
I was bored at work the other day, and stumbled upon this by Dan Nichols, a DJ out in Michigan. He offers 17 pointers that will help you in throwing a great reception. There were definitely some things that I hadn't considered, that I now will make sure to include.
Enjoy |
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07/15/2009
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30 DAYS LEFT...O-M-G
Man, time has been flying by! I cant believe that the day is quickly approaching...oh so many things to do (but not really I think im just putting alot of pressure on myself). Pray for me people...lol.
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07/15/2009
 Cultural Trust Dress Confidential Dress Cloud nine Dress    |
Fashion
Rehearsal Dress...which one should I choose?
So Ive been in search of the perfect dress for my rehearsal practice and dinner...and I've narrowed it down to three. All three of the dresses have that vintage vibe to them, which is what Im looking for. I like The Cultural Trust Dress and The Confidential Dress, because you just cant go wrong with a cute little black dress. I also like the cloud nine dress because it somewhat resembles a cute/fashionable wedding dress, and I think it would be cute to walk down the aisle in at the practice.
Which would you choose....? |
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07/03/2009
 I love that her eye make up incorporates my colors...black, champagne, and green Love how the curl hangs, I think this will look awesome with a birdcage veil My veil    |
Wedding Hair Style
My make Up & Hair
I had my bridal hair and make up trial, and I think, for the most part Im really happy with how it turned out. Im going with the nice fresh look that Zoe has in the attached picture, and the nice bouncy, vintage inspired bob that Eva is wearing. Im so happy that the fashion part of the day is all coming together...no if only these DIY projects could majically get finished. Hmmm
Ill post bridal portraits soon... |
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07/02/2009
 money money money....sigh |
Wedding Hair Style
How Much is too much...
Im at a cross roads with what exactly I should do about my hair stylist for the day of. I met with the girl who (for now) may be doing my hair and the bridal parties hair. However, when I met with her, she quoted me a price that is way out of my range ($650). I was just curious, what do you think is a reasonable price for hair? Because I definitely need to shop around. All I want her to do is style on the day of; no cuts, washes, or additional things (weaves, etc.) required. I have 7 people that need to get their hair done for the day...and Im thinking $40 bucks a head.
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06/12/2009
 Guest Tables Head Table pic 1 Head table pic 2    |
Wedding Reception
Finally settled on the wedding reception look...
After doing crazy amounts of research on reception decore...I've finally finalized the look for the evening. The colors of course will reflect the Black, Champage, and Green color scheme. Im thinking: Table clothes will be black, the room will be lit in champagne uplighting, centerpieces will provide the accents of green im looking for, and the candle like on the tables will lend to the champagne ambiance.
I was considering the hanging elements...but im not sure...what do you all think. Too much? Anyway the pics say it all...I just think its so vintage, clean looking, and glamorous. |
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06/12/2009
 Grande St. Lucian Resort The suite we booked...yes...that is a pool leading from the balcony.   |
Honeymoon
OH Yes!!! Going to St. Lucia for the Honeymoon..
FINALLY...my FH has coughed up the money for us to go on what I think will be the vacation of a life time. : )
After a suggestion from fellow WBC bride we decided to go the all inclusive resort route, and will be staying at the Sandals Grande St Lucian Resort. I've heard some awesome things about it, and am excited about what they have to offer. All the booze, food, and fun we can handle...something we both are in need of. We work hard, so now its time to play hard. Since the FH did purchase the actually honeymoon package, the excursions are on me. Which is cool, I have a couple surprises that I think im going to line up...one in particular...the helicopter ride to our resort...yes I did say...helicopter! Oh I can see us now...ziplining through the canopys, snuggling up on the beach, and having us some good ol fashion fun. *sigh*...let me get back to work. : ) Ahhh!!! Im so excited. |
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05/31/2009
 Best Man gift box Groomsmen & Best Man gift boxes P5310694 Brides Maid Flip Flops. They are stamped with the quote: "Some people come into our lives and quietly stay, others stay for a while, leaving footprints in our hearts and we are never the same. Thank You" Registry Reminder Cards...will go in with invites. Cold Feet lable & Groosmen/Best Man Socks. P5310701        |
DIY Wedding
Crikeys...long time no post.
With work calming down a bit. I finally have time to do some REAL work...on my wedding. 75 days and I'm beginning to feel the pressure, so what better to do then some DIY projects.
This weekend I busted out some DIY's that Im pretty proud of: Best Man/Grooms Man boxes; Flower girl & Bridesmaids flip flops, Registry reminder cards, In Case You Get Cold Feet labels, and Grooms Man/Best Man/ RIng Bearer socks. I also started my bon voyage flags, but they aren't complete quite yet (cliff hanger for next post). Next DIY...center pieces, flags, and favors... oh my. Yikes! |
mrstaylormade
| 4 | years since wedding |
Jillian
Drew
Aug 15, 2009
Richmond,
Virginia,
United States
Gillfield Baptist Church
Ft Lee O Club
Black
Vintage Charm. Im completely hooked on any and everything vintage and am looking to have that reflected in my wedding. Colors are Black, Champagne & green, and plan to incorporate some damask in there (because the design is so fabulous). Cute Backgrounds
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