What better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than a girls' day out? My mom, bridesmaids, and I kicked off Valentine's Day with a trip to Jahee Bridal for my first dress fitting. My dress came into the salon back in January but I had to push my fitting appointment to February because it had snowed the morning of my original appointment and my shoes didn't arrive on time. This time I was ready! I had my new 5-inch sparkly heels and pavé earrings, as well as my something borrowed - an exquisite journey diamond necklace from my mom.
I was so excited to try on my actual dress, not the gigantic sample dress I tried on last August. My seamstress Maria helped me into my dress and heels and I had time to admire the details while she pinned up all the extra fabric (and there was a lot of extra fabric for a petite little bride like me). I loved the way the lighting gave the dress a subtle sparkle when I moved. The dress being in my size made all the difference because I loved my dress now.
Everyone's reaction when I stepped out of the room made me feel like a star. Of course, everyone loved the dress on me! To complete the look, I put on my veil, earrings, and necklace. I felt like a bride standing in front of that floor-length mirror. Then, Maria spread out the train so we could take in all the detail; it was gorgeous! Just when I thought I couldn't love my dress more, Maria bustled my dress and it was amazing the way she transformed the back of my dress. It was like I had two dresses for the price of one! I loved how the detail on the train flowed seamlessly with the design from the bodice.... And to think I never even wanted a dress with a train!
Sneak Peak So you will all have to imagine what my dress looks like for now. Of course plenty of pictures were taken, but I wouldn't want to ruin the surprise. I guess you can have a preview of the shoes because they'll be hidden by my dress anyway! Yes that was me breaking in my shoes while wearing Hello Kitty PJs. Come on, it's me we're talking about here! |
After the dress fitting and brunch at Patisserie Florentine, we continued our girls' day by watching Fifty Shades of Grey. Obviously the book was better but I just had to see how cheesy the movie would be for myself. I was actually surprised to see the number of males in theater that were most likely forced to go by their female counterparts. All of our boys lucked out and we did not drag any of them to the theater ruin the movie for us.
A few weeks earlier, I finalized my florist, who was recommended by a co-worker (thanks Ashley and Ashley's dad!). For those of you who lived through the florist selection hell with me, you were just as relieved as I was when I finally chose Bloom Floral and Events to be my official florist. I think it was the first time I was truly a Bridezilla because my indecisiveness and attention to detail would not allow me to make a choice; each florist had something different to offer that the others did not, which did not make the decision any easier. In the end, I had to remember that it's not about the little details because everything will turn out fine. I just have to remember the big picture... that I'm getting married to the love of my life and that's all that matters! Thank you to all of those who put up with me during my time of need.
Apartment Hunting Begins
Now that most of the big details have been taken care of, I've had the time to hunt for apartments. After compiling all of our research, Danny and I are venturing out this weekend to visit potential apartments because in 5 months, we are moving out and living in the real world! Yikes! I wonder if it will be as fun as