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Mrs. Coconut, Tallahassee Age and Occupation: 27, Lawyer Fiance's Age and Occupation: 24, phD Computer Science Engagement Date: March 2007 Wedding Date: November 2008 Blogging Since: May 20, 2008 Venue: 1930s Historic Building in Lakeland, FL About Me: I never thought about weddings until I got engaged. Now, I can't stop thinking about them! Planning the wedding has really opened the floodgates to my DIY side. If there's anything I can do to avoid hiring someone else, I will do it! Mr. Coconut is my financial advisor, he tries to keep me budget-conscious! We've tried to make wedding planning a team effort!
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Coconut Recap: Gettin’ Prettified

December 30th, 2008 @ 3:53 pm by Mrs. Coconut

The morning of the wedding was in a word, awesome. I was surrounded by the coolest women. My sister was my rock. My best friend, Ashley was my whip. The other girls were just marvelous, too. I could not have envisioned a better start to my first day of marriage. Makeup and hair started early and on time. I had pre- loaded my iPod with some chill tunes and brought my sound dock for around the clock music: Bob Marley, The Beatles, Jack Johnson, The Decemberists. It definitely set the tone for the morning. The best morning.

(All professional pictures taken by Jason Angelini. There are some non-pro pictures sprinkled in here as well.)

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My bridesmaid, Kelly and my sister, Sarah. Check out their cool monogrammed robes! That was part of my gift to them!

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I had food delivered to the suite. It was delicious. See those “S” monogram cookies?

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I ordered some custom Meli and Angi cookies for each bridesmaid a la Mrs. Canary.

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I had to provide my girls with a little bubbly, too. I got this idea from the famous mrs.pootiekins, aka Sarah K. Chen!

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Jason snapped a shot of my beloved Crackberry, sporting my favorite picture from our engagement session.

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Some dress shots…

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Meanwhile, over in another room…

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Right before I got dressed, we exchanged our gifts. Mr. C writes the most romantic cards. Can’t you tell?!

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Mr. C got me a beautiful aquamarine necklace. My something blue. It was perfect.

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I gave Mr. C a sweet Swiss Army watch!

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And the coolest card from Etsy seller, YeeHaw.

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Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday!

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20 Responses to “Coconut Recap: Gettin’ Prettified”

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Mrs. Cookie (message)  782 posts, Busy bee

You look stunning! And I love the “You Are My Sunshine” card.

 
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frenchbulldog (message)  5,956 posts, Bee Keeper

I love the “You Are My Sunshine” card and the monogrammed robes - I may have to steal that one :)
Oh and you look GORGEOUS!

 
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lovelerae

I just bought that card that says “Keep on the Sunny Side” for my BM!

Perfect for your wedding day!

 
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emileee (message)  609 posts, Busy bee

where did you get that gorgeous kimono? you look awesome!

 
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Mrs. Coconut (message)  337 posts, Helper bee

@AliCherri1: By all means, steal away! ;)

@lovelerae: Aren’t there cards just the coolest? I love their funky style.

@emileee: My kimono was a gift from my best friend. She bought it for me in Thailand.

 
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Miss Peep Toe (message)  1,610 posts, Bumble bee

You look so ridiculously happy and beautiful!!

 
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Emily

Where did you get those robes? They are adorable!

 
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Mrs. Emerald (message)  900 posts, Busy bee

oh my coconut! I can’t get over how purdy you are!!! =) I love the shots of you reading the card, and holding the necklace!!

 
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Miss D'orsay (message)  1,285 posts, Bumble bee

wow, everything is so beautiful! I may steal those robes too!

 
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Miss Hot Cocoa (message)  1,685 posts, Bumble bee

The pictures of you in the kimono are, in a word, stunning. Seriously. Wow.

 
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Sarah

Ditto to Emily! I love the robes too. Where did you get them? That would be a great addition to their BM gifts!

 
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Mrs. Coconut (message)  337 posts, Helper bee

I got the robes from Kohl’s! The girls loved them!

 
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Mrs. Espresso (message)  1,057 posts, Bumble bee

You look so beautiful!!!

 
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jewelz129 (message)  6 posts, Newbee

You look soooo gorgeous!! I love the hair and makeup! Can I ask where did you get the flowers for your hair? They are so purrrdy :-)

 
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anita

Hi Mrs. Coconut, you look amazing!! I was wondering who is the designer for your gown, that is exactly what I was looking for. Is it mermaid style? Thanks a bunch!!

 
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Miss Taffy (message)  2,508 posts, Sugar bee

You look so beautiful!!! And happy, and relaxed. :)

 
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Mrs. Margarita (message)  369 posts, Helper bee

You look freakin stunning! Also that card is great - that song holds a special place in my heart.

 
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Leslie

Hello Mrs. Coconut,

I stumbled upon your blog a few months earlier as you were one of the few brides who was getting married in the same venue as me. I am having my reception in the Magnolia Building and was wondering if you could share some more information with me regarding the layout of the reception. I would totally appreciate your guidance. My email address is lesluv13@aol.com

Thank you and congrats to you and Mr. Coconut! Your wedding was just beautiful!

 
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Mrs. Avocado (message)  1,400 posts, Bumble bee

You are so beautiful ALL THE TIME. It’s really not fair. :) I think I’m going to have to order myself some Yeehaw cards.

 
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