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swyatt2014 · July 2013

Im having 2 weddings. As such, the FI wants 2 rings ... so the first pic is my engagement ring and the wedding band I bought him. I'll get him one with more stones at his request for the wedding next year lol. The first wedding is in Vegas so this is how I think I want the dress to look. I havent finalized my second dress for next year yet.

KatWAG · July 2013

swyatt2014 said:

Im having 2 weddings. As such, the FI wants 2 rings ... so the first pic is my engagement ring and the wedding band I bought him. I'll get him one with more stones at his request for the wedding next year lol. The first wedding is in Vegas so this is how I think I want the dress to look. I havent finalized my second dress for next year yet.

Why are you having two weddings?

NYCBruin · July 2013

swyatt2014 said:

Im having 2 weddings. As such, the FI wants 2 rings ... so the first pic is my engagement ring and the wedding band I bought him. I'll get him one with more stones at his request for the wedding next year lol. The first wedding is in Vegas so this is how I think I want the dress to look. I havent finalized my second dress for next year yet.

How is this possible? Are you planning on getting married, divorced, and remarried? Because by definition, your wedding is the day you get married.

akaneli · July 2013

Oh relax ladies

she said 2 "weddings" I'm sure she knows she will only be getting "married" once

lets ask about those gorgeous rings and stunning dress instead!

@swyatt2014 that dress is cute n so right for a Vegas wedding!

KatWAG · July 2013

akaneli said:

Oh relax ladies she said 2 "weddings" I'm sure she knows she will only be getting "married" once lets ask about those gorgeous rings and stunning dress instead! @swyatt2014 that dress is cute n so right for a Vegas wedding!

Actually, you can read in another post that she is indeed planning on having two weddings. One 'fun" wedding in Vegas and one "formal" wedding back home, which goes completely against etiquette.

akaneli · July 2013

KatWAG said:

akaneli said:

Oh relax ladies she said 2 "weddings" I'm sure she knows she will only be getting "married" once lets ask about those gorgeous rings and stunning dress instead! @swyatt2014 that dress is cute n so right for a Vegas wedding!

Actually, you can read in another post that she is indeed planning on having two weddings. One 'fun" wedding in Vegas and one "formal" wedding back home, which goes completely against etiquette.

Yea I read that after I posted this. Lol. I think the weird part is having people at the Vegas one as guests and then turning around and having a second fete with ceremony and guests. I know plenty of people who elope/do the courthouse thing first (for whatever reason:financial, insurance, etc.)and then later go on to have a ceremony with guests. I don't think THAT is wrong. Now after reading her other posts, I do see what she is planning as odd and maybe offensive to some.

(I'm easy going and really wouldn't care what you call it

)

Jells2dot0 · July 2013

I admit that "PPD" was a new concept to me until recently. I was actually offended to a small extent when I realized what it was because it's saying their simple wedding was not good enough and they "deserved" more or thought their simple wedding was "not real". I also don't get having large vow renewals only a year or two later because now they can afford the big to-do or they didn't think their actual wedding was fancy enough. I had a very simple and private wedding by choice, even though I could afford the big she-bang, and there is nothing wrong with it at all. I'm not saying that is the case with this poster. I just wonder why you wouldn't have the big formal wedding first and then have a really fun, off the cuff, vow renewal in Vegas. I know she mentioned they were already going to Vegas and they just got engaged, so it would just naturally happen first, but I just don't get it. I'm sure you could have a ceremony in Vegas and not have it be legal but still get the pictures and have fun with it. That's just my honest opinion though.

swyatt2014 · July 2013

Jells2dot0 said:

it's saying their simple wedding was not good enough and they "deserved" more or thought their simple wedding was "not real". I also don't get having large vow renewals only a year or two later because now they can afford the big to-do or they didn't think their actual wedding was fancy enough.

I know she mentioned they were already going to Vegas and they just got engaged, so it would just naturally happen first, but I just don't get it.

Jells, our wedding plans aren't really for you to "get" I guess , and I am truely sorry if you're offended by all of this. Offending anyone wasn't my intention at all. I really just wanted to share some details about my wedding ceremonies with brides that had awesome plans for nice things at their own weddings. I don't understand why you're offended, but I realize that your opinions aren't actually for me to "get" either ... I really hope that we can get past this and just celebrate everyone's plans and wish them well.

akaneli said:

Lol. I think the weird part is having people at the Vegas one as guests and then turning around and having a second fete with ceremony and guests. I know plenty of people who elope/do the courthouse thing first (for whatever reason:financial, insurance, etc.)and then later go on to have a ceremony with guests. I don't think THAT is wrong. Now after reading her other posts, I do see what she is planning as odd and maybe offensive to some. (I'm easy going and really wouldn't care what you call it )

Akaneli I appreciate you not taking it too seriously LOL. We did in fact plan to celebrate my 30th birthday in vegas before we got engaged. After our engagement, we set a May 2014 date. Some other things came into play as well that influenced our decision to legally get married prior to May 2014, and since we were already going to Vegas we decided to turn my birthday trip into a group trip so that our friends could come celebrate our birthday and "fun" wedding with us. It's a win-win for us because we both this it would be super fun to get married in vegas. I think it will be the most memorable trip I'll ever take. I also personally felt that the additional reasons for making our decision to get legally married 7 months sooner in vegas weren't neccesarily the business of the world wide web, if that makes sense.

Jells2dot0 · July 2013

I was just being honest that I don't understand the thought process, however, as you stated, you didn't reveal all of your intentions and reasons behind doing what you are doing. That's fine. I am entitled to have an opinion, as everyone else is entitled. I, and everyone else on here, can only base our advice and comments based on what you post. So, we're responding based on what you presented. If you aren't telling us the whole story, then I imagine our responses don't make sense to you. You are free to share or not share whatever you want, but if our responses come across as ignorant to you, it's because you provided us only half of the story.

swyatt2014 · July 2013

Jells2dot0 said:
I was just being honest that I don't understand the thought process, however, as you stated, you didn't reveal all of your intentions and reasons behind doing what you are doing. That's fine. I am entitled to have an opinion, as everyone else is entitled. I, and everyone else on here, can only base our advice and comments based on what you post. So, we're responding based on what you presented. If you aren't telling us the whole story, then I imagine our responses don't make sense to you. You are free to share or not share whatever you want, but if our responses come across as ignorant to you, it's because you provided us only half of the story.

To be fair ... You didn't really say that you didn't understand the process, you stated repeatedly and adamantly that you didn't approve or agree with my plans. And also, I completely understand that everyone is entitled to their opinion and I also told you on the other board that I was appreciative of your feedback because I had no idea that the idea of more than one ceremonies was frowned upon or offensive. And I sincerely and honestly mean that, I am appreciative that you shared the information with me. So again I'll thank you for your opinion, (side bar) I'm being sincere with this ... I know sometimes tone of voice gets lost in text.

In addition, the whole story is that we want to get married in Vegas, and still allow our traditional parents and family to be able to see us have. Formal ceremony locally. Exactly "why" we are getting legally married in Vegas was irrelevant in my personal opineion because we want to have a fun/novelty type of wedding in the wedding capital of the US.

Jells2dot0 · July 2013

Actually, I just re-read my post above and I think you misnderstood part of it. When I said

" I admit that "PPD" was a new concept to me until recently. I was actually offended to a small extent when I realized what it was because it's saying their simple wedding was not good enough and they "deserved" more or thought their simple wedding was "not real". I also don't get having large vow renewals only a year or two later because now they can afford the big to-do or they didn't think their actual wedding was fancy enough."

I wasn't directly referring to you or your particular scenario. I was referring to the concept of PPDs and others who have posted on TK in a very general sense. So, if you thought I was personally attacking you, I wanted to say that was not the case. When I said:

I know she mentioned they were already going to Vegas and they just got engaged, so it would just naturally happen first, but I just don't get it.

I meant that I didn't get why you would do something off the cuff and fun with a limited guest list first and save the big formal part for after. IMVHO, I would rather have my formal ceremony be the legally binding ceremony. So, EVERYONE could witness the actual marriage and all of the money and time that went into it was celebrating the actual marriage event rather than a vow renewal. However, that was just my opinion.

swyatt2014 · July 2013

If I misunderstood then I apologize. And I'm truly thankful for you and everyone's opinion on this board.

Ajuliana · July 2013

Basically, you can only have one wedding (unless there is a divorce). So no one will see you get married at your formal party. Just have a big reception if that is what you want, but please, if you want any kind of proper ettiquette involved, do NOT call it a wedding, which it is not.

Without some reason from you (and probably with some reason from you) it's stupid to pretend otherwise. Mind you, I mean that the make believe pretty princess day "real wedding because the first one obviously didn't count because it didn't cost enough" you want to have at home is stupid, not you.

swyatt2014 · July 2013

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angelica101511 · July 2013

We married at St Regis Monarch Beach, then honeymooned at St Regis Bora Bora (and we went back again in March this year! THAT beautiful!)

Jells2dot0 · July 2013

angelica101511 said:

We married at St Regis Monarch Beach, then honeymooned at St Regis Bora Bora (and we went back again in March this year! THAT beautiful!)

I've been to both places! I agree about French Polynesia- I've been there 5 times! LOL

I saw a wedding when we were at Monarch Beach. It was gorgeous, so I'm sure yours was as well!

BulgariHeart · July 2013

Here's my art deco ring, my main style inspiration... **poof** This is my dress... **poof**

BulgariHeart · July 2013

oh, and my profile pic is a detail of our cake

Jells2dot0 · July 2013

@Bulgari- I love vintage rings! Gorgeous!

BulgariHeart · July 2013

Thank you Jells!

CrazyCatLady3 · July 2013

@angelica101511, is that that vera wang Diana gown? I love your orchid centerpieces!

akaneli · July 2013

@swyatt2014 sorry if it sounded at all like I was demanding/asking for an "explanation" I truly live by "live and let live" IMO you are not hurting anyone so 'who am I (or anyone else here on the knot) to judge or tell you no?' I haven't been on here long, but it seems like if anyone says anything that someone else doesn't LIKE some people go crazy trying to TELL them what to do and HOW to do it. Most will say something like "oh I don't agree, I see things differently, that is not for me, etc." which is ok but some take it as a personal mission to change your mind or prove you wrong or whatever. It is irritating even when it is not directed at me so please understand, I wasnt asking you to share anymore than you wanted to. From one happy bride-to-be to another enjoy your weddingS

and happy planning!

southernbelle0915 · July 2013

angelica101511 said:

We married at St Regis Monarch Beach, then honeymooned at St Regis Bora Bora (and we went back again in March this year! THAT beautiful!)

Your ring looks EXACTLY like mine. Love it!!

CrazyCatLady3 · July 2013

Here is my ring! From the top it looks like a classic 4 prong solitaire, and from the side view you can see a leaf-like micropave design on the basket. Unfortunately pic is a little blurry!

Jells2dot0 · July 2013

@CrazyCatLady - Gorgeous!

I still owe a pic of my e-ring and wedding band together. I'm a lazy bum!

angelica101511 · July 2013

CrazyCat - yes, Diana by Vera Wang! Soooo dreamy! And I LOVE solitaires! A "real" diamond doesn't need little ones around it. I think halos make take away from the carat size and makes it look artificially big in size, but makes the large center diamond smaller.

Jells2dot0 · July 2013

angelica101511 said:

CrazyCat - yes, Diana by Vera Wang! Soooo dreamy! And I LOVE solitaires! A "real" diamond doesn't need little ones around it. I think halos make take away from the carat size and makes it look artificially big in size, but makes the large center diamond smaller.

I agree, especially with making it appear larger than it really is, but it is certainly all the rage right now! I have no idea where that came from. I've seen some stunning halo rings lately (especially on here!), but I prefer just having a center stone

Ajuliana · July 2013

Jells2dot0 said:

angelica101511 said:

CrazyCat - yes, Diana by Vera Wang! Soooo dreamy! And I LOVE solitaires! A "real" diamond doesn't need little ones around it. I think halos make take away from the carat size and makes it look artificially big in size, but makes the large center diamond smaller.

I agree, especially with making it appear larger than it really is, but it is certainly all the rage right now! I have no idea where that came from. I've seen some stunning halo rings lately (especially on here!), but I prefer just having a center stone

I'm sorry...a "real" diamond doesn't need a halo?

Jells2dot0 · July 2013

Alaynajuliana said:

Jells2dot0 said:

angelica101511 said:

CrazyCat - yes, Diana by Vera Wang! Soooo dreamy! And I LOVE solitaires! A "real" diamond doesn't need little ones around it. I think halos make take away from the carat size and makes it look artificially big in size, but makes the large center diamond smaller.
I agree, especially with making it appear larger than it really is, but it is certainly all the rage right now! I have no idea where that came from. I've seen some stunning halo rings lately (especially on here!), but I prefer just having a center stone
I'm sorry...a "real" diamond doesn't need a halo?

I think what she was trying to say is that a solitare diamond just speaks for itself. It's just "boom"- there it is. IMVHO, a halo can distract a bit from the focal point of the ring, which is the center stone. It also has a tendency to mask the true size of the center stone, often times making them appear larger, but in some cases, actually making it look smaller than it really is. Not every halo ring does the above, but a lot of the ones I've seen lately hide the center stone quite a bit. Again, it's just an opinion. I have an asscher cut ring and some people could say that is not a "real" diamond because it's not round, which is the true classic look. As long as we each like our own rings, that is all that matters

Jells2dot0 · July 2013

Alaynajuliana said:

Jells2dot0 said:

angelica101511 said:

CrazyCat - yes, Diana by Vera Wang! Soooo dreamy! And I LOVE solitaires! A "real" diamond doesn't need little ones around it. I think halos make take away from the carat size and makes it look artificially big in size, but makes the large center diamond smaller.
I agree, especially with making it appear larger than it really is, but it is certainly all the rage right now! I have no idea where that came from. I've seen some stunning halo rings lately (especially on here!), but I prefer just having a center stone
I'm sorry...a "real" diamond doesn't need a halo?

I think what she was trying to say is that a solitare diamond just speaks for itself. It's just "boom"- there it is. IMVHO, a halo can distract a bit from the focal point of the ring, which is the center stone. It also has a tendency to mask the true size of the center stone, often times making them appear larger, but in some cases, actually making it look smaller than it really is. Not every halo ring does the above, but a lot of the ones I've seen lately hide the center stone quite a bit. Again, it's just an opinion. I have an asscher cut ring and some people could say that is not a "real" diamond because it's not round, which is the true classic look. As long as we each like our own rings, that is all that matters

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