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My first dress fitting is in 1.5 hours

lindaloulubbocklindaloulubbock
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I am so nervous!  My dress has been in my FIs parents house since I bought it in January.  It was a little snug then, and I'm not sure if I've lost enough weight to fix that (I better have...I gave up candy for Lent, ran a million miles, and took up yoga).  It laces up the back, so it's impossible to really see how it fits without help, and I don't have any of that...

I can't believe our wedding is 23 days away and it's just getting altered now.  Ugh.  I'm so far behind...
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  • mmhepbmmhepb
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    edited December 2011
    I'm sure you're going to look beautiful.  Enjoy the next 3 weeks as they fly by!!!
    Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end... Wedding Countdown Ticker
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  • shytownkellyshytownkelly
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    edited December 2011
    If it makes ya feel any better - my first fitting was on saturday.  It won't be ready for me to pick up until June 5th.  We are on an airplane first thing Wednesday June 8 for the wedding on Friday the 10th.  YIKES!

    Procrastinators Unite!  tomorrow...
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  • mmhepbmmhepb
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/special-topic-wedding-boards_second-weddings_first-dress-fitting-15-hours?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Special%20Topic%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:35Discussion:ab942a40-b96b-4d32-be87-ca92d904d1d1Post:b73c8153-654b-450a-b864-4d863436fca3">Re: My first dress fitting is in 1.5 hours</a>:
    [QUOTE]If it makes ya feel any better - my first fitting was on saturday.  It won't be ready for me to pick up until June 5th.  We are on an airplane first thing Wednesday June 8 for the wedding on Friday the 10th.  YIKES! <strong>Procrastinators Unite!  tomorrow...</strong>
    Posted by shytownkelly[/QUOTE]

    <div>This is great!</div>
    Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end... Wedding Countdown Ticker
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  • lindaloulubbocklindaloulubbock
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    edited December 2011
    Ugh. I am so unhappy.  The dress fits.  It's fine, but it's just not me. :(

    I bought it because it was an absolute steal at a bridal salon that was closing.  I've worked like crazy to fit in it, which I do, and I look at myself in it and it just doesn't look right.  For one thing, I don't like that it's ivory.  And I think it's just too formal. 

    The alterations are going to cost me $270 (to hem and bustle). I'm seriously considering asking them to wait to start because I'm just not sure I want to spend that for a dress I don't love. 
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  • lindaloulubbocklindaloulubbock
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    edited December 2011
    I just ordered a different dress from David's Bridal.  I swear, I'm losing my mind.  It should be here on Monday.

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  • shytownkellyshytownkelly
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    edited December 2011
    What does your other dress look like? 
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  • lindaloulubbocklindaloulubbock
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    edited December 2011
    This is the original

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  • MikesAngieMikesAngie member
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    edited December 2011
    What color did you order the dress from David's Bridal in?  I like both gowns but I can totally understand not liking ivory - I can't wear it so I didn't!

    I hope that the gown you ordered is one you love!!
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  • shytownkellyshytownkelly
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    edited December 2011
    Forgive me - I can't remember what kind of wedding are you having?  Because while both dresses are lovely - I can see they feel very different. 

    And is the ivory not working because of your skin tone?  (this is why I went with ivory - white looks harsh on me)

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  • lindaloulubbocklindaloulubbock
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    edited December 2011
    Our wedding is not terribly formal--the ceremony is in our church, the reception is in the dance hall of the firehouse next door to our house.  My FI, groomsmen, and son/my 4 yo escort are wearing khaki pants, white shirts, ties, and navy blue jackets.  My MOH and daughter/FG are wearing short navy blue (and magenta for the FG) dresses. 

    The ivory dress feels formal to me.  I don't think either color looks exceptionally great on me.  I can't wait until the dress gets here. 
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  • shytownkellyshytownkelly
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    edited December 2011
    Ok - so with the casualness of your mens' wear - I would go with the second one (assuming you like how it looks on you!)

    The first dress definitely feels more formal - BUT it is your wedding - if you decide you want to wear it, I am certain it will fit in just fine. 

    there is nothing wrong with the bride being a bit more dressed up than everyone else. 

    Good Luck!
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  • lindaloulubbocklindaloulubbock
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    edited December 2011
    The dress came this morning, and I LOVE it.  It needs some minor alterations--shortening the straps to cut back on the cleavage, but it's just soooo dang cute!  
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  • MikesAngieMikesAngie member
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    edited December 2011
    Glad to hear that your new dress is perfect and makes you happy!!  Yay!!
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  • shytownkellyshytownkelly
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/special-topic-wedding-boards_second-weddings_first-dress-fitting-15-hours?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Special%20Topic%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:35Discussion:ab942a40-b96b-4d32-be87-ca92d904d1d1Post:5ed4e06c-6ff3-4a0d-965d-9b6d40c7e1db">Re: My first dress fitting is in 1.5 hours</a>:
    [QUOTE]The dress came this morning, and I LOVE it.  It needs some minor alterations--shortening the straps to cut back on the cleavage, but it's just soooo dang cute!  
    Posted by lindaloulubbock[/QUOTE]

    Hooray!  Crisis averted! 
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