Yesterday, I went for my alterations appointment. I actually didn't end up needing anything done to the gown; I just needed a size change (down from an 18W to a 14, wow!). The only thing they're doing to the dress is the bustle. They didn't have the ivory color in stock, so I decided to go with white. I don't think it'll be too much of a problem. It's still a gorgeous dress!
I picked out this cute dress for the flower girls:
The men will be wearing these suits from Men's Wearhouse. John (pictured) will be wearing gold bow-ties and vest, while the groomsmen will be wearing sangria bow-ties/vest. It's a charcoal Vera Wang tux. John said it was very comfortable.
I have enlisted my very talented cousin to do hair and make up for the bridal party! She works at an upscale salon in Boston, on Newbury St. Here's what she came up with (it's exactly what I wanted!)
Flowers! I originally was going to go with real flowers, with the arrangement done by a florist. However, John and I found these gorgeous wooden flowers at the Raynham Flea Market of all places. John's aunt will be making the bouquets for us. I selected white, purples, pinks, silver and gold.
The centerpieces are still the same, despite the fact that I keep seeing cool ideas. I just don't think I'll be able to do them.
And finally, all our vendors have been chosen. We had a brief scare that we wouldn't have a photographer, but we recently found a new (and much better) one!
All food will be done by the host, the Wayside Inn. The menu includes:
Moo:
Sliced London Broil with Sherry Mushroom Sauce
Gobble:
Roast Turkey with Sausage and Cornbread Stuffing and Giblet Gravy
Vegetable:
Grilled Portobello Mushroom stacked with Eggplant, Roasted Red Pepper
and Melted Mozzarella Cheese. (No cheese if vegan)
All the kids are getting chicken fingers and french fries.
We will also have a gluten free cake, which is being made by one of John's mom's friends.
Our other vendors:
Photographer: Allison Eddy
Ceremony/cocktail hour music: Donald Zook
Justice of the Peace: Michael Backer
DJ: Rob Guilmette
Hair & Makeup: Kayleigh Nantel
So, the to-do list?
- Finalize ceremony wording
- Finalize reception music
- Finalize and purchase bridal party gifts
- Assemble centerpieces
- Make place cards/seating arrangements
- Pick out something to wear for rehearsal dinner and decide if I want a reception dress (or get an after party dress!)
Words of advice for future brides: use connections to get your vendors! John and I have personal connections to almost all of vendors, minus the JP and host.
