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Miss Peppermint, LA/Palm Springs Age and Occupation: 23, Actress Fiance's Age and Occupation: 24, Web Producer Engagement Date: October 21, 2006 Wedding Date: December 2007 Blogging Since: July 2, 2007 Venue: historic estate overlooking the heart of Palm Springs About Me: I am a Southern California native who enjoys cooking, writing, travel and all things in the arts. Mr. Peppermint and I met in college and he proposed on our four year anniversary in one of our most special places, Joshua Tree National Park. We're having a destination wedding in Palms Springs that will incorporate tradition as well as reflect our personalities!
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Rain Rain Go Away

March 12th, 2008 @ 1:32 pm by Mrs. Peppermint

Some of you may remember, the week (okay, 10 days to be exact) leading up to my wedding were full of worry. When we began looking at venues we had discussed the possibility of rain. Each time I brought it up, vendors would laugh at such a preposterous thought–”It never rains in Palm Springs. It’s the desert, you know!”

Well, at 10 days prior to the event, the forecast showed a 60% chance of rain. Every morning I dutifully turned on the computer to see what weather.com had to offer (as I became desperate, the ritual expanded to two other sites: msnweather & accuweather). Each day it fluctuated (anywhere between 20% and 70% chance of showers). What became obvious was that we did need to create a contingency plan.

A few days before the event (and between mild fits of hysteria… okay, that’s a bit dramatic but I will confess that some tears were involved), we decided to have the wedding tented. We’d have to have a tent over the ceremony as well as one for the reception. Originally, I was devastated–this wasn’t at all what I had envisioned in my countless daydreams! Fortunately, with the help of my extremely dedicated (and patient!) vendors, they helped create an atmosphere that even made it look like we’d intended to have tents.

Here’s how the tents came out:

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In order to console myself, I insisted on getting a fancy umbrella and some rain boots, just in case. That way I would go out in style! Though there was some frenzy on getting my umbrella on time, the amazing Bella Umbrella shipped it to me and saved the day.

My beautiful umbrella:

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My rain boots stand proudly next to my shoes for the ceremony & reception:

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As luck would have it, the weather was beautiful! The sun came out early in the morning and the rain didn’t come until 11pm (and it was really just mist). Nevertheless, I had to take a few shots with my lovely umbrella. Whenever I see these photos it reminds me of what a beautiful day (in every way) it was–and how silly it was to get so caught up in the forecast!

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(All photos credited to Michael Graham)

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9 Responses to “Rain Rain Go Away”

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EJV

What a beautiful wedding!

 
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EJV

Also, I’m really in love with your shoes. Where did you get them?

 
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Christine

Hello! I must know where you got those heels in the forefront of that snapshot! Thanks!

 
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Miss Hydrangea (message)  414 posts, Helper bee

So pretty…I can’t wait to see more pics!

 
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Beebs

It looks perfect!

Question–was your wrap a shawl that tied in the back or more of a shrug? I’m currently on the hunt for a some sort of cover and yours is similar to what I’m looking for.

Thanks!

 
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Clarita

Oooh who makes your pink sandals!?

 
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Angie

I’m also wondering who made your shoes. They’re the perfect height and I love the detail. So gorgeous!

 
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tetleytee

I love those rain boots! where did you get them from? :)

 
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Miss Peppermint

Beebs - my ‘wrap’ was actually sewn into my dress and part of the design (Claire Pettibone - Juliet). I’ll post more on the dress soon! You might be able to get something similar sewn onto a dress (It was really great and kept me warm)

EJV, Clarita, Angie & Tetleytee - the shoes in the foreground are by Delman (for awhile they were on sale on Anthropologie, but I think you can get them directly through Delman). The sandals in the middle are actually dancing shoes (super comfortable and great for…well, dancing). I got them from Danceshoesstore.com, style C1671B. The rainboots (also surprisingly comfy) were Tretorn Plask boots that I ordered off of Zappos.com.

Hope that answers everything! :-)

 

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Miss Peppermint, LA/Palm Springs Age and Occupation: 23, Actress Fiance's Age and Occupation: 24, Web Producer Engagement Date: October 21, 2006 Wedding Date: December 2007 Blogging Since: July 2, 2007 Venue: historic estate overlooking the heart of Palm Springs About Me: I am a Southern California native who enjoys cooking, writing, travel and all things in the arts. Mr. Peppermint and I met in college and he proposed on our four year anniversary in one of our most special places, Joshua Tree National Park. We're having a destination wedding in Palms Springs that will incorporate tradition as well as reflect our personalities!

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