Bridal Gown.. Take two.

Ok, I know… I’m a little obsessed with dresses. But, what girl isn’t?  The more gowns the merrier, right?  Nowadays, it’s not uncommon for brides to change into reception dresses at the end of the night. Moreover, many cultural weddings have multiple dress changes throughout the evening. Given that Mr. Manolo is Chinese and I myself am Vietnamese, we have decided to honor our cultures by wearing their respective traditional outfits.

Let me break it down for ya’ll. Exhibit A: my bridal changing timeline (*avatars may vary to actual gowns and colors available, additional restrictions apply*)

 

exhibit A

We’ve already reviewed the reception dress- the lovely Jenny Packham Sabine.  But there’s something a little more special…. something a little more important.   I skipped over THE BIG kahuna. Ya’ll know what I’m talking about- the ceremony gown. The gown that I’ll be walking down the aisle in.

*DRUM ROLL PLEASE* duhn duhn duh duh DAAa.. *CYMBAL*

May I present the french tulle ballgown designed by Vera Wang.

vera

The entire gown is made of french tulle, which is a tad lighter and flowy-er (sp?) than regular tulle. The sash of course can be changed into any color…but I think I may forgo the sash altogether.  The gown was ordered months ago and takes about 4-6 months to make. So, around February I’ll be expecting a large stork to bring my baby home to me.

As far as the sash goes, I am looking into Jennifer Behr.  She makes  gaa gaaa goOOORgeeeeous crystal encrusted belts. Although the sizes may be standard you may custom order their belts if need be.

encrusted crystal on satin belt

ten strand crystal belt

chunky crystal satin belt

Not sure which one I’m going to go with yet… they’re all so beautiful! But definitely will go for a black satin ribbon to tie in the old Hollywood Glam feel (again no pun intended).  Will update on the belt later.

I know.  Four dresses… times three fittings each.. times one psychotic crazy bride = one very stressed out Mr. M.