Bridal Social

I had a chance this weekend to go to a small bridal social.  So like always I grabbed my mom and drug her out with me.  In the past these socials have not been very helpful, and my mother and I felt kind of like fly's on a wall.  To my surprise the vendors there were so helpful and exciting to talk to.  I think I may have found someone to do the cake!  I took a look at her website and she had done an awesome job as far as the appearance.  I also got to taste a strawberry cupcake, while my mom chose the chocolate one...delicious!  I cant wait to meet with her for a tasting.  I also made an appointment to have my save the dates designed, cant wait to get those out.  There was another lady there that plans and comes up with great ideas as far as decorating.  She and I spoke about my wedding theme and she gave me a handful of ideas.  I was very impressed when I mentioned to her that I was already over budget...she told me to call her anytime and she would still help me come up with different ideas at no charge.  I can not rave about her and her company enough.  With an attitude like hers I want to hire her to make sure everything is perfect!

Things are coming along!

Since my dress is purchased, I had decided to search for my bridesmaids and flower girl dresses.  This was a really hard choice for me, I couldn't really find anything I liked due to the colors of the wedding.  I had all the bridesmaids meet me at one bridal store only to strike out.  I then went another place with my sister and found something I hope all the bridesmaids will love.  I am keeping it simple and hoping to dress it up with the jewelry.  With the bridesmaids dresses chosen that's one more thing marked off my to-do list!  Thank you Sara, Season, Lacey, Katie, Ashley and Alecia!

I Finally Found It!

After tons of searching I have finally found my dress.  I went Wed night to try it on, my mom and sister Sara joined me.  I tried on the dress I purchased 2 weeks ago first.  It was still really pretty...but that was about it.  It really doesn't go with my personality.  The dress they ordered for me was the second dress I tried on, I wanted to save what I thought was the best for last.  When I saw it in person for the first time it was everything I had been looking for, but hadn't found.  I was so nervous that this was going to be one of those dresses that I loved but looked horrible on me.  Once I had it on it fit perfect!  I loved it so much, it was so pretty...and yes it made me cry.  I now have my dress....I put it away so Todd cant find it! I cant wait to finally have it on for the wedding! Yippee!

The Dress...

I have been shopping for my dress, trying to find the one I love....

I have found several dresses I like, and could possibly love but have made that mistake of shopping to much.  All the dresses I have liked have been by Maggie Sottero.  I went to LKN Bridal this past weekend, they carry Maggie here.  They didn't have the two dresses I liked...but I did find another one by her that was really pretty and made me feel like Princess Kate.  My mother and grandmother went with me, when I had this dress on my grandmother teared up.

I was trying to make my mind up on if I should buy this dress...I am tired of looking and just made a split decision and bought it...only to go back 2 hours later and tell her not to order.  There is still one dress out there by Maggie that I love so much.  I haven't been able to find in anywhere.  I did see another Bride in the dress at a different shop but she had ordered it for her wedding.  It was just as pretty in person as in the ads.

After voicing that I wasn't sure about the dress I bought this weekend, LKN Bridal sprang into action.  They called me this past Monday to let me know that the owner agreed to order the dress I have been seeking...and they ordered in my size!  So if I love it, its mine!  If not, they will keep it as a sample dress for others to try on.  I am so happy and can't wait for it to come in next week.  I have made my mind up and decided that if the dress that comes in doesn't work I am going to go with my original purchase I made last weekend.

Making Decisions...

Over the week Todd and I sent in the deposits for our flowers and DJ.  I am excited to have these selected and booked!  Todd has been great about helping me make decisions and listening to my ideas.  Over the week I went to try on the dress I want just to make sure its the one.  I took my mom, grandmother and sisters with me.  Once we arrived I learned that the sample dress had been sold off the rack to another bride (it takes about 6.5 months to get this dress in from order date) who didn't have enough time to order for her wedding.  Although I was bummed I did not turn into a Bridezilla!  I think there is one other place that may have this dress..I will just have to make a few calls and see if they have it.

I also had my sisters try on a few dresses, and then I went back with Season..she tried on a few also.  I am having a hard time with colors and styles.  I am frazzled, but will hopefully figure it out soon enough!  I am going to go bridesmaid dress shopping again..but this time take a few flowers that are in my wedding colors to make it easier!

Is this a shot or what?

Funny story from Sunday!

As my mom is modeling above you can see you taking what we thought was a shot!  I am unable to have alcohol (an no I am not pregnant!), I saw these shot glasses with what I thought was a fruity shot!  So everyone grabbed one.  I think Alecia and Sara took the first drink..only to find out it didn't taste so well.  I later talked my mom into posing for this shot, and also trying it.  She agreed with the rest of the ladies..it was gross!  They still could not determine what it was...Alecia went up to the caterer and asked him.  He within seconds came up to us telling us it was a cold watermelon soup, that these are popular in Spain.  We all chuckled and watched everyone around us at other tables take it as a shot, their facial reactions were classic!

Food Tasting at the Brawley House...

On Sunday I was able to take my mom and some of the Bridal Party to a food tasting at the Brawley House.  I was so excited to show everyone the venue we (me and Todd) booked.  It was really hot outside but we all managed to walk around the grounds and have a light lunch.  I really liked getting everyones opinion's, as they are much needed.  I do have to use the caterer we tasted food from...I am awaiting a menu and from there Todd and I will decide!  Thank you all for coming with me!