Second Fitting
August 29th, 2008 @ 5:38 pm by Mrs. Cookie
On Tuesday I had my second and last fitting with Mahin at Anna Bè. Although, the alterations are perfect—nothing more to be done than press the wrinkles out—I got a little lump in my throat. The women at Anna Bè felt like my girlfriends and their service was top notch. After I pick up my dress, there will be no more wandering in to say hi, no more trunk shows, and no more perusing their amazing selection of dresses before a fitting. This makes me a little sad. For brides in the Denver metro area, I can’t recommend Anna Bè more highly!
No Mr. Cookies past this point!
I am not a Cookie that likes a puffy bustle, so when Mahin proposed the traditional bustle at my first fitting, I was sold. Here is Mahin pinning the bustle while Mama Cookie takes a photo so that we can remember how to teach my bridesmaids the process later.
The finished bustle.
Mama Cookie got this shot of the buttons, which is one of my FAVORITE features of the dress! I bought a crochet hook in order to expedite the process of buttoning, but Mahin suggested we ditch the hook for nimble, little fingers instead to avoid breaking the delicate eyelets. (Aunt Flo—remember my words of caution, because once I am in this dress I am not getting out of it until the end of the night!)
Mahin also did a fabulous job of giving the girls a little lift.
Now, she is off to be pressed, and she will arrive at my house week before the wedding. Wow, we are actually getting married!
Did you have a good experience with the bridal shop you purchased your dress from?
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24 Responses to “Second Fitting”
Your dress is beautiful!
va-va-voom! miss cookie…you’re going to look amazing! i can’t wait for the reaction shot of mr. cookie
You look beautiful in that dress!!! I too love the buttons down the back. Very vintage and sexy.
WOW Stunning! You look absolutely gorgeous in your dress, it fits you perfectly!
I love the dress, the cut and the buttons. And your bottom looks great. But I have a question: how are you going to go pee during the night?!
You look so, so, SOOO incredible!!! I love that your dress is totally appropriate but also sexy at the same time. Amazing!!!
Very flattering dress. I’m all for dresses that show the beautiful curves of women.
I had a great experience with the shop I bought my dress from. I didn’t have them do the alterations because they were a little bit far from home, but I was so happy I found my dress there.
OHHHHH MY GD!!
You look so amazing… Mr. Cookie will definitely gape!!
Despite being opposed to v-necks on myself, I honestly LOVE your dress! The low back looks incredible on you! And the buttons: perfect.
I LOVE IT!! Also, buttons are my prerequisite as well 
I didn’t even see the buttons at first because I was focusing on that curvy and cute little bottom of yours. I love the way she looks when she is bustled.
Wow, that dress is amazing! I can’t imagine having to go to the bathroom it in though. Enjoy Mr. Cookie’s jaw dropping, because you know it will!
Oh wow, this is the dress I’ve been looking for! Would you mind sharing the designer/style?? I looked through your original post but didn’t see it…
I was really impressed with Anna Be as well! Can’t imagine a better bridal store!!!
oops, hit send before saying: Amazing dress, Miss Cookie!!! Yes, you really are getting married!
Miss Cookie, I went to Anna Be’ to visit Sara Gabriel’s veil shop (inside Anna Be’) Is that where you got your veil? I love some of her designs - especially Collette and Astyn. If not, where did you get your veil? I’m in Denver too, so any tips you could give me on that front would be greatly appreciated!
@DCbrideinATL: It is Marisa #734
@loralie: My veils are Sara Gabriel. I got them at her trunk show in March.
so cute, very elegant is very similar to diamante by pronovias, don´t you think??
Mrs. Cookie, Denver
Age and Occupation: 25, Nonprofit Fundraiser/Theatre Designer
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 27, Financial Analyst
Engagement Date: September 2007
Wedding Date: September 2008
Blogging Since: May 8, 2008
Venue: Ten Mile Station
About Me: With a degree in Theatre I never realized that planning a wedding was a lot like Theatre Management, until I started planning my own. I am a coffee addict, especially Starbucks' Grande Mochas, yummy! I love to cook (especially chocolate chip cookies for my honey), travel to exotic places, and be creative. As a couple, Mr. Cookie and I are extremely practical, down to earth, and children at heart. We live in a cozy abode with our adorable Pomeranian, and love to play board games and watch movies into the evening.
You look so stunning — and check out that badonkadonk!