Hey guys!!
CONGRATS on your engagements!! So exciting. I'm sure you are all getting geared up to get into all of your wedding planning.
Here is my advice for you:
The dress: My dress had beading all around the bust, going to the back. So pretty, I loved it. On the day-of, all of the beading irritated the inside of my arms. Seriously, a lot. A week later, and I'm still a little raw and ouchy. My advice is to really think about the beading!
Fresh floral: The only floral I bought was my bouquet and the altar arrangements. I didn't even get to enjoy my flowers after the wedding because we went right on our honeymoon. I tried bringing my bouquet so I could enjoy it but it was really hard keeping a vase full of water and flowers still on my lap for an 8 hour car ride. My advice is to seriously consider silk floral so that you can enjoy it long after the wedding!
Underwear: I just wore regular plain pantyhose that I cut off at the knee. That was NOT enough to prevent chafing. The insides of my thighs were still red and ugly 3 days after. Definitely get something made for chafing!
That's it!
Those are the only major things that I wish someone would have told me!
GOOD LUCK and enjoy your engagement!!