Bridal Attire

Ryan, if you have stumbled upon this site - DO NOT LOOK at this page....

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I am serious..... Ryan, if you accidentally wondered onto this site GO AWAY NOW! :) haha
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The Dress

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**UPDATE*** I just changed my dress!! I made the decision to change from the 'Elle' dress to the stunning Monique Lhuillier Confection dress from her Fall 2010 line!! I couldn't be more thrilled that Gregory let me make the change!

My 'new' dress is the amazing Monique Lhuillier "Confection" dress. It couldn't be more perfect for me! The bodice is made of her signature re-embroidered chantilly lace with strapless split neckline. The skirt features an asymmetrical horsehair peplum with a band of re-embroidered chantilly lace, over of a full tulle skirt. The dress is floaty and light-weight, and very unlike any of the traditional full-skirted gowns I tried on. It also has a bit of 'spunk' which I ADORE! I am pairing the dress with her ivory re-embroidered chantilly lace bow belt to finish the look (as shown in the images). It is just amazing and absolutely perfect for my spring wedding!!

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Veil

**UPDATE** I purchased my veil! I ended up going with a custom made Tia Mazza Russian net veil from Bergdorf Goodman bridal salon in New York City! Tia Mazza, The veil designer, was in the store when we visited and together we decided on the Russian net veil that comes to my chin, with a custom made tulle flower fascinatior! It is SO beautiful! I am SO happy with the decision! The picture on the black background is the 'stock' photo from her site, and the one on the left is my veil that just came in!! I ordered it longer with a smaller flower/leaf style fascinator**
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Below was my initial inspiration for the veil I wanted - it is a Russian Net veil - 16" Emma style from www.birdcageveils.com
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Shoes

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I just got Christian Louboutin Very Prive peep toe pumps in Gold from Barneys New York! I LOVE THEM! They aren't as shiny in person as they are in the picture - and they are SO comfortable and I can DEFINITELY wear them again after the wedding! So excited!


Shoe Clips

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I just purchased these beautiful flower clips/pins from Jcrew that I am going to turn into shoe clips for my Louboutin's!


Accessories

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I bought the most beautiful pair of earrings from Sterlings Salon in New Hope, PA. I love the vintage feel they have to them and they sparkle beautifully! I'm still on the search for a bracelet so I'll update when I purchase that. I decided to forgo the necklace because the neckline of my dress is so different I don't want it to be so busy. But I'm really in love with my earrings and CAN'T wait to wear them!!


Garters

I bought these beautiful garters from Etsy seller florriemitton. I am SO in love with them! My 'keep' garter the Ethereal Silk Tulle garter, and is made from beautiful ivory silk tulle with stretch lace, a big silk bow & a lucky horseshoe charm with sparkly crystals. It is simply stunning... My 'toss' garter is the Cloud Nine Silk garter, a simple yet beautiful ivory silk satin garter with ivory silk bow.
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Hair Ideas

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I am not 100% yet on wedding day hair. I would love it down, but my hair is thin and doesn't hold curl well. Plus, if it is wet or humid my hair will frizz. I know that I don't want it too polished and a bit 'messy' looking, but elegant.

I'm beyond obsessed with Keira Knightley's hair at the Pirate's of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest premier and will most likely go with something very similar to that (oh, and I also ADORE her makeup at the premier!). However, below those pictures are a few other styles I like.

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Makeup

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I want my makeup to be natural and I want my eyes to pop. I will probably do a fake lash to give my lashes volume and eye makeup in whites, golds, and browns. I typically don't wear anything on my lips, but I'll probably do a subtle liner with a sheer tinted gloss. I am hoping to get my makeup done the day of the wedding, but am still not sure.

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