What a great concept!
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Nov 17, 2010
wedding dress update.
Holy crap, has it been august since i last updated?
Perhaps I should take the time to talk about how “busy” I’ve been wedding planning which would be the reason why I haven’t been able to update my wedding blog.
But nope.
I’ve been busy with many other things and haven’t really had time to update anything wedding-related.
Nothing much has really progressed since August except for the fact that my wedding dress has been paid for and I went to pick it up on the weekend.
That day was the best (news) day of my wedding-planning life for 2 reasons:
1) Upon trying it on, I realized that I would need ZERO alterations (well, perhaps an addition of a bustle, but for the size itself, it fit me perfectly!). I knew I wouldn’t need any alterations because even the lady at the store didn’t up-sell on the alterations.
2) When crossing the border, I was prepared to pay duty for my dress but alas, the border patrol guy let us through scot-free!
Just because of those 2 reasons, I easily saved nearly $300-$400 dollars. Phew.
Perhaps I should take the time to talk about how “busy” I’ve been wedding planning which would be the reason why I haven’t been able to update my wedding blog.
But nope.
I’ve been busy with many other things and haven’t really had time to update anything wedding-related.
Nothing much has really progressed since August except for the fact that my wedding dress has been paid for and I went to pick it up on the weekend.
That day was the best (news) day of my wedding-planning life for 2 reasons:
1) Upon trying it on, I realized that I would need ZERO alterations (well, perhaps an addition of a bustle, but for the size itself, it fit me perfectly!). I knew I wouldn’t need any alterations because even the lady at the store didn’t up-sell on the alterations.
2) When crossing the border, I was prepared to pay duty for my dress but alas, the border patrol guy let us through scot-free!
Just because of those 2 reasons, I easily saved nearly $300-$400 dollars. Phew.
Aug 20, 2010
the DIY's.
Attention Bridesmaids:
I've narrowed down my "DIY" Projects for the wedding. Now keep in mind, I don't want you guys doing all of this. For the most part, I can do little bits of each on my own as the year passes...!
Table Centerpieces
Continuing with a vintage but modern feel, I have already contacted you guys about saving any empty, clear (or lightly coloured) glass bottles in order for me to accomplish the main part of the centerpieces, which will hopefully look like a combination of this:
with branches perhaps spray painted white, will fill these bottles where guests, at each table, can leave "well wishes" on little tags and hang them on the branches.
(spray painted white, perhaps and added to give some levels)
Wedding Cake
Will most likely be a small cake on top for us to cut, and then cupcakes all around.
Garland
Not sure where or what I want to do with these, but I know I want to make them!
And of course the dudes will be in charge of making the
that people can use during the pre-dinner reception.
Thoughts?
I've narrowed down my "DIY" Projects for the wedding. Now keep in mind, I don't want you guys doing all of this. For the most part, I can do little bits of each on my own as the year passes...!
Table Centerpieces
Continuing with a vintage but modern feel, I have already contacted you guys about saving any empty, clear (or lightly coloured) glass bottles in order for me to accomplish the main part of the centerpieces, which will hopefully look like a combination of this:
with branches perhaps spray painted white, will fill these bottles where guests, at each table, can leave "well wishes" on little tags and hang them on the branches.
(spray painted white, perhaps and added to give some levels)
Wedding Cake
Will most likely be a small cake on top for us to cut, and then cupcakes all around.
Garland
Not sure where or what I want to do with these, but I know I want to make them!
And of course the dudes will be in charge of making the
that people can use during the pre-dinner reception.
Thoughts?
Aug 18, 2010
the reception venue.
So we had a 2nd appointment with the coordinator of the reception venue we want. We had already met him almost a month ago, but we decided to make an appointment so our parents can take a look at it. Honestly, I was a little nervous because I wasn't really sure how my parents would feel about it. It's a beautiful place, but I've learned to expect the unexpected and wasn't sure what to expect from the parentals :)
Performance Works Theatre
Granville Island, Vancouver
Right away, they were totally in love with the venue even before the coordinator came to open the doors! Good sign, definitely, although I was surprised to hear such great feedback because my parents usually have 1 or 2 concerns about anything (lol)!
We chose this venue because we spend a lot of time biking to Granville Island and a theatre was a great fit because we both are performers at heart. Additionally, we can have our own open bar and since there's no on-site catering, we can do whatever we like food-wise.
The sides of the venue (where the "garage-looking" doors are) can be opened up for sunlight to come into the ginormous windows - love it!
It's mostly wooden beams and metal pipes, which is great enough on its own (translation = barely any decor needed!)
Oh, and it can fit 250 people. Comfortably.
Performance Works Theatre
Granville Island, Vancouver
Right away, they were totally in love with the venue even before the coordinator came to open the doors! Good sign, definitely, although I was surprised to hear such great feedback because my parents usually have 1 or 2 concerns about anything (lol)!
We chose this venue because we spend a lot of time biking to Granville Island and a theatre was a great fit because we both are performers at heart. Additionally, we can have our own open bar and since there's no on-site catering, we can do whatever we like food-wise.
The sides of the venue (where the "garage-looking" doors are) can be opened up for sunlight to come into the ginormous windows - love it!
It's mostly wooden beams and metal pipes, which is great enough on its own (translation = barely any decor needed!)
Oh, and it can fit 250 people. Comfortably.
Jul 29, 2010
wedding dress shopping experience #1: bryan's bridal.
So last night, I went to Bryan's Bride with my mom (and dad - but he wanted to stay outside haha).
Audrey was my consultant and she was really nice. I showed her a few of my picture inspirations and immediately suggested the "modified a-line" and "ballgown" based on my pictures. Without any pressure or sales pitch, she let my mom and I wander around and pick the dresses we liked the best. Out of about 10 dresses, I liked these the best:
Leave a comment and let me know which one is your fave!
In the end, my experience was great at Bryan's Bride. Audrey was patient with tying up all those corset back's (I told her she should have a competition with her coworkers to see who's the fastest corset-tier). And I was surprised that they even gave me the designer's name and style # for me to look up.
A few of us are going on a last-minute "road trip" to David's Bridal on Sunday to see if I can take advantage of their $99 gown sale (ends Aug.2!).
Wish us luck!
Audrey was my consultant and she was really nice. I showed her a few of my picture inspirations and immediately suggested the "modified a-line" and "ballgown" based on my pictures. Without any pressure or sales pitch, she let my mom and I wander around and pick the dresses we liked the best. Out of about 10 dresses, I liked these the best:
Leave a comment and let me know which one is your fave!
In the end, my experience was great at Bryan's Bride. Audrey was patient with tying up all those corset back's (I told her she should have a competition with her coworkers to see who's the fastest corset-tier). And I was surprised that they even gave me the designer's name and style # for me to look up.
A few of us are going on a last-minute "road trip" to David's Bridal on Sunday to see if I can take advantage of their $99 gown sale (ends Aug.2!).
Wish us luck!
wedding shows
I've accompanied friends who are in the wedding planning industry to a few of these wedding shows to get a glimpse of what they do, and it's kind of cool to finally be able to say that I'm actually a bride, and not get cruel looks from the vendors when I tell them, “Oh no, sorry I’m not a bride.”
I really only want to hit up a few wedding shows mainly because I do find a lot of them have the same vendors and find it would be a waste of money to go to every single one of them. So I picked three in total.
Wedding Soiree
Sunday, October 10 ($35/ticket)
We performed at this event last year, and found it to be a great event where it’s set up like an actual wedding, plus you get a 3 course meal, too! The atmosphere is great and the vendors are super friendly
Urban Wedding Show
November 21, 2010
It’s a free event at the Roundhouse – so who wouldn’t want to attend a free wedding show?
Indie I Do
January 22, 2011 ($15/ticket or a group of 4 tickets for $50)
An "alternative" wedding show at Heritage Hall – always hear great things about it and there are great local vendors too.
For the bridal party:
I’ve put down who can come to what – let me know if your plan changes so I can change the list! You can view it here.
Please feel free to let me know what wedding shows you’ve most enjoyed going to or have heard a lot of great things about in the comments section below!
Jul 27, 2010
the wedding dress: inspiration pictures
Dear Bridal Party,
So I'll be going with my mom on Wednesday to check out Bryan's Bridal for my 1st wedding dress shop visit. I really value all of your opinions (obviously one of the reasons why I chose you to be part of this celebration!) but I thought I'd bring my mom along for the 1st one just so we can spend some time together and she can give me her honest opinions. No worries, there will be more chances to check out more bridal shops! I just want this initial one to be a "what styles look good on me" visit. Seeing as there's 9 of you in my entourage, we might have to split the shops up so we can accommodate everyone! I heard the "etiquette" for bridal shops is like 4 people max!
So I’ve compiled a few of my favorite wedding dresses in this post - which I'll probably bring around with me to the shops to give the consultant and idea of what i like (password-protected):
I’d love to hear which styles you guys like the best!
I have a dress in mind which I’m 98% sure is the winner, however I still want to keep my options open and try on other dresses; that’s the whole fun experience about planning a wedding isn’t it? Anyways, my “98% sure” dress is quite the long shot, as it’s not made anymore, and the ones that are still found in bridal galleries retail for $9,000+ (yipes – my 98% sure dress takes up 90% of the $10k wedding!).
My girlfriend / bridesmaid Marianne who lives in NYC has made my day by offering to make my favorite wedding dress ! She’s a great fashion designer, recently graduated from FIT in New York and her design style is similar to this dress style – so why wouldn’t I trust her? If I can't find a dress to say yes to, then I'm glad to know that option is open for me.
let me know which dresses you like best in the poll below, and if you have any advice on dress shopping, please leave a comment or two!
So I'll be going with my mom on Wednesday to check out Bryan's Bridal for my 1st wedding dress shop visit. I really value all of your opinions (obviously one of the reasons why I chose you to be part of this celebration!) but I thought I'd bring my mom along for the 1st one just so we can spend some time together and she can give me her honest opinions. No worries, there will be more chances to check out more bridal shops! I just want this initial one to be a "what styles look good on me" visit. Seeing as there's 9 of you in my entourage, we might have to split the shops up so we can accommodate everyone! I heard the "etiquette" for bridal shops is like 4 people max!
So I’ve compiled a few of my favorite wedding dresses in this post - which I'll probably bring around with me to the shops to give the consultant and idea of what i like (password-protected):
I’d love to hear which styles you guys like the best!
I have a dress in mind which I’m 98% sure is the winner, however I still want to keep my options open and try on other dresses; that’s the whole fun experience about planning a wedding isn’t it? Anyways, my “98% sure” dress is quite the long shot, as it’s not made anymore, and the ones that are still found in bridal galleries retail for $9,000+ (yipes – my 98% sure dress takes up 90% of the $10k wedding!).
My girlfriend / bridesmaid Marianne who lives in NYC has made my day by offering to make my favorite wedding dress ! She’s a great fashion designer, recently graduated from FIT in New York and her design style is similar to this dress style – so why wouldn’t I trust her? If I can't find a dress to say yes to, then I'm glad to know that option is open for me.
let me know which dresses you like best in the poll below, and if you have any advice on dress shopping, please leave a comment or two!
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