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After I begged for help in deciding which dress to wear, reader lmdh helpfully suggested that I take a picture of myself wearing the bridesmaid’s dress with the pickups from Mori Lee. So, this cheesy gal hopped right up from her comfy spot on the couch (hey, I work blog from home, call it a coffee break) and pulled out the dress.
Brief side note: I KNEW it was going to be too big. I kindly suggested to the bridal shop woman that I’d need a size smaller than she might think because I have a small ribcage and (can’tbelieveI’msayingthisinpublicmuchlessontheInternet) amorphous boobage. If the dress is too big, my breasts will sag to my waist and my dress will try to fall off. She evidently believed that I just wasn’t at peace with my bridal dress size (speaking of which, why not go DOWN in size to make a bride feel better rather than worse, Bridal Marketing Gurus?) and ordered me a bridal size 10. It’s. Too. Big. In the pics that follow, I used clothespins to suck in at least four inches. Argh.
If you look closely, you can totally see my opportunistic pooch chewing on my running shoe (in the right corner). And no, I didn’t comb my hair today. I work from home, remember?
Again, it’s the David’s Bridal dress (reposting the pic from before) or the bridesmaid’s dress.
I hate deciding! And I can’t tell whether I like the pickups dress or whether I just can’t believe my arms look pretty good in those pics (yes, I’m a little vain). Incidentally, whichever dress I don’t wear will be for sale once I decide. And seriously, for heaven’s sake, if you’re on a budget, consider bridesmaid’s dresses. I would never have guessed that the Mori Lee dress cost $140!!
Still the David’s Bridal dress, y’all think? My Cheesy Mama pragmatically suggested that by the time I get the too-big Mori Lee dress altered the two dress sizes I need, I’ll spend another hundred or more bucks. I also like the idea that with the DB dress’s spunkiness (amazing that spell-check thinks that’s a word), I can somehow incorporate feathers or other fabulous frivolity!
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You just look fabulous in the David’s Bridal dress - I still vote for that one - without a doubt! 
you look gorgeous in both of them, but I vote for the David’s Bridal dress. it fits you perfectly, the neckline is devine, and I think it will photograph really well on your wedding day!
DB dress. no question.
The pooch! What about the Eames lounge!?! I’m too distracted by your awesome living room! (we are design geeks and used the Eames stamps on our save the dates)
ok, focus taffy! I like them both! Can you wear both? I’m so not helpful.
I vote for the David’s Bridal dress. You look amazing and it shows that you feel amazing. If you are worried about cleaning in time for the Vegas reception why not check out the time for havign it spot cleaned. Talk to a good dry cleaner in the area about how long it will take. Explain the situation and the rush. If you talk to them ahead of time they maybe able to plan for it and get the dress cleaned in time for the second reception. I know there are same day cleaners for clothing in NYC so there may be something available for you in your area. You want to stick with a business that does there drycleaning on site because they have a lot more control over the timing and wich piece of clothing gets priority. Many places actually take your cloths to another store or factory to do the cleaning.
You look fantastic in the DB dress! And your arms do look amazing!!!
Oh, I just looked at your timeline agian. Check with your hotel in Las Vegas. You may be able to give them your dress when you arrive and they will have it back to you on Monday morning or afternoon. Vegas never sleeps and it may cost you extra but you will be surprised what types of things the concierge at a good Vegas hotel can get you! If everything works well just remember to gove a generous tip to the concierge.
DB all the way. The other looks far less sophisticated, and also huge.
Go DB, look beautiful, and feel great. And I also love the Eames
The DB dress…by far! It has an attitude about it, so you can get away some pretty awesome accessories. DB, hands down.
I still vote for the DB dress too! And Mama Cheese is correct, by the time you are done paying for alterations, you’ll be adding another $150 to the reasonable price tag for the Mori Lee.
Def the DB dress. It’s more flattering and more unique. I also love your living room!
Definitely David’s Bridal. My friend had that same dress- I love it!!!
The David’s Bridal dress looks great
While they are both amazing on you, I definitely think the David’s Bridal is so you!
I confirm all the david’s bridal comments. It is such a cool looking dress and you look great in it! At one point I too wanted pickups but then decided to go with another style.
Glad I could help! The Mori Lee dress is super cute, and I really like it, but it’s definitely a more traditional bridal look, whereas the DB dress is super sassy and seems to bring out your personality more! It all depends on the tone that you’re hoping to set for your wedding day. Traditional? Or spunky/funky? Sounds like you’re already thinking of ways to make the DB dress even more spunky, so go with that one! Have you practiced walking in the DB dress at all? Is it easier than you thought it would be?
@Miss Taffy: I was distracted by the same thing! Oh Eames Lounge how I covet thee
Okay focusing on the dresses… I still vote for the David’s Bridal dress.
David’s Bridal! Are you kidding!? No contest…it fits you so elegantly, you look smashing in it and it so chic and edgy…the other dress is a little too sweet IMO. The DB dress can have so many diiferent accessories to make it what you want it to be chic, elegant, feminine, gardeny…ok i can go on and on (obviously) Love. that.dress.on.you!
I freaking love your hair! Looks really good “undone”….I vote DB
I found a bridesmaids’ dress for around the same price, and it’s exactly what I was looking for in a wedding dress. People still look at me cockeyed when I tell them I chose a bridesmaids’ dress, but it’s totally worth having the dress of my dreams.
The shop made me sign about three forms saying they had recommended a size 10, but I had chosen a size 8, yes I was sure. I thought it was a little unnecessary, but I guess with Bridal stuff, they can never be too sure?
Anyway, I vote for the bridesmaids’ dress, but only for the bustline. I’m not a huge fan of the square bustline on the DB, but I love the rest of it!
Another vote for the David’s Bridal gown — the Mori Lee is very romantic, but I think the DB gown has more style, and it looks amazing on you. Plus, your mom is definitely on to something with the advice about the extra $ for alterations on the Mori Lee. (And why on earth didn’t that saleswoman take your advice and order a smaller size?! Yeesh.)
David’s Bridal because you ROCK it! Beyond that, it just looks fantastic on your body and you look really happy!
The BM dress is pretty, but the DB dress is sassy & sexy… I love it!
Definitely the David’s Bridal in my mind–you look spunkier and happier in it, and I think that says a lot.
Definitely the DB dress!
I was totally distracted by your beautiful living room as well! (You are so dang ORGANIZED!)
Ms. Cheese, you look gorgeous in both, Sweetie, but you look happier, sassier and like you’d feel more yourself in the DB–kind of that “this is the dress” feeling people talk about…
And yes, you should TOTALLY rock some plumage, bloomage and sparkle in that little number! It looks fantastic!
I really like the DB dress, it looks more like you! But whatever you feel best in is always the way to go.
@Miss Taffy: A girl after my own heart! Can you believe I found that chair at the Chicago market for $125? I scored a real, vintage (did I mention REAL) Saarinen table for a hundred bucks there, too. The house we bought was built in 1950 so all of my furniture looks so right there, someone asked me if the furniture came with it. I wish!
@tberry: Ya know, I heart you for working this out for me! Alas, we’re not doing the Vegas thing anymore, and I just realized that my post on how that decision came to be hasn’t gone up. I’ll def do a quick post about it, because it was a BIG learning experience for me.
@kelly, @Caroline, @Leanbean, @AliCherri1, @Kat: I so heart you all, because I lust after Eames as well. Well, a close second to my REAL unrequited love for Cherner.
Everyone else — THANKS! But be prepared… now I’m going to beg for help (always in exchange for embarrassing pics, don’t worry) on everything! Decision-making via poll!!
Also, anyone wanna buy a really cute pickups wedding dress for virtually nothing??
DB dress all the way. Maybe a feathery cape or something?
like this> (but in white or maybe even a blush pink?)
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=14584138
I like the david’s bridal.. and speaking of feathers, I was just looking in my trusty Instyle mag and you reminded me of a picture of nicole kidman, who stuck a peacock feather in the top of her dress:
http://www.cinemovie.info/Specials/05NicoleKidman.jpg
potential, potential.
db!
David’s Bridal without a doubt!!! It hugs your curves in a way that the other one doesn’t even come close to matching.
Seriously it looks awesome! Even just looking at your face in the pictures you can tell that you feel better in it too!
@bellenga: Oooh. What about THIS one? Not pink or bridal at all, but awesome! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=16652518
@diorable: I love it! It’s cracking me up, though, to picture my cat’s reactions to me walking around with a feather in my boobage. “Okay, fellas, we gotta save mom, because she is totally sucking at the whole bird thing. Did anyone actually see the bird fly down her boobs, or are we working off of an assumption?”
David’s Bridal dress - definitely! You look fabulous in it!
I have to say DB all the way - sooo chic, looks like it costs wayyy more than it does, and you look like you should be on a wedding magazine cover in it. I think pickup skirts are over done, plus its not as flattering. DB - loves it!!
I strongly prefer the 2nd dress, though you look lovely in either. The 2nd one is just more modern and interesting. I find the 1st one a little bit ordinary. But you will look beautiful either way, and you should ultimately go with the one you feel the best in.
David’s bridal dress- it looks GORGEOUS on you and it’s so chic. It’s a WOW dress and it looks like it’s much more expensive than it is. The bridesmaid dress does absolutely nothing for your figure (it looks good on you, but it doesn’t show off your great shape like the other dress) and there’s nothing special about it- it’s kind of blah. In the grand scheme of things,you got such a great deal on both dresses, I think that the price difference between them is not large enough for it to really be a factor. Go for the dress that you love the most and feel the most special in. It’s your wedding dress, it’s OK to splurge a little :).
I think the David’s Bridal dress is the winner. Those pickup dresses are beautiful now, but they don’t have the timelessness that the other dress has!
Go for David’s Bridal dress. It’s way more stylish and does more for your bod (va va va voom comes to mind!). I would also agree with your mom in the alterations. I thought it would be much cheaper, but I ended up spending $150-70ish? for it to be taken in the bust (not your same problem…) and in the hips.
I think it’s already unanimous, but I’m yet another vote for the David’s Bridal dress.
OOOOOOh, DB all the way - you can just see it on your face!
And, oooooooooh, Eames. Delish.
Davids Bridal Dress FO SHO!
DB!
DB Dress, please!!
db for sure! ! !
I vote for David’s Bridal. The neckline and draping are soooo classy and fits you beautifully!
@sara: Thanks. I know it’s funny that I’m talking about hundreds of dollars (and how I didn’t want to spend $500) when there are so many beautiful brides out there in $5000 wedding dresses! *blush*
David’s Bridal for sure - it seems to suit you the best - you look awesome in it.
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Age and Occupation: 29, Engineering Manager
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 27, CAD Designer
Engagement Date: July 31, 2008
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Blogging Since: October 16, 2008
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