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Mrs. Bruschetta, Philadelphia Age and Occupation: 25, Communication Professional Fiance's Age and Occupation: 25, Physical Therapy Graduate Student Engagement Date: November 30, 2007 Wedding Date: August 2009 Venue: St. Thomas of Villanova Church & the F.U.E.L. House About Me: I’m a self-proclaimed grammar geek who loves singing (like, really belting it) in the car. My mister and I are planning a vibrant summer soiree celebrating our passions – including food and Philly – and when we make it official, we’ll have been together for eight years! Being super competitive is in my nature, and talking excessively is in my genes. I’ve got a terrible sense of direction, but can always easily find my way into Mr. Bruschetta’s arms.
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Which Bud’s For Me?

June 15th, 2009 @ 4:24 pm by Mrs. Bruschetta

The lovely and talented Mrs. Sea Breeze will be creating a dreamy netted piece that’ll be my second wedding veil, to be worn throughout our reception. But she’s given me her blessing to seek a floral accent elsewhere, if I choose.

So, naturally, I wandered over to Etsy to peruse my options. Which was, of course, the best and worst thing I could have done. I’ve since fallen in love with so many fascinators, and would love some opinions from the bee-nut gallery.

Which Bud’s For Me? :  wedding hair veil 1 1

(requisite cute kitty picture to take up space before…)

…the warning for Mr. Bruschetta to not click any further!

I was first drawn to fluffy floral designs, and swooned over the creations in the Butterfly Enchantress Designs shop. Since the point of interest on my gown is fabric itself — rather than crystals, lace or embroidery — I started thinking a flower with a simpler center (add a few pearls in place of some of the rhinestones on this blossom, please!) would complement it best.

Which Bud’s For Me? :  wedding hair veil 2 2

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After a visit to the Weddingbee PRO Folio, I was smitten with two in-demand designers — Myra Kim of twigs & honey and Chelsea Petaja of Oh My Deer. I mean, seriously. How gorgeous are these accessories?

Which Bud’s For Me? :  wedding hair veil 3 3

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Which Bud’s For Me? :  wedding hair veil 4 4

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A tough decision was already getting tougher! But then, I mentioned my fascinator plan to Mama Bruschetta, who immediately asked if I wanted a floral accent — or if I’d rather opt for feathers. Nooooo! Not another option! I clicked back to Etsy, and this whimsical feather “flower”by Powder Blue Bijoux caught my eye.

Which Bud’s For Me? :  wedding hair veil 5 5

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So now, basically, I’m all confused. Do I want a fascinator that resembles a flower, or something more abstract? My dress has its own flower-like embellishment…

Which Bud’s For Me? :  wedding hair veil 61 6

…and the over-priced birdcage veil from the bridal salon (which is the inspiration for the design Mrs. Sea Breeze is creating) was paired with a soft flower…

Which Bud’s For Me? :  wedding hair veil 7 7

…but which do you think I should select? I’m fascinated (::wink wink::) to hear your thoughts. (Sorry, couldn’t resist!)

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13 Responses to “Which Bud’s For Me?”

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Miss Calculator
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Miss Calculator (message)  37 posts, Newbee

I love the first one. It would be so simple and classy, especially with pearls in it. I’m not so much of a feather gal, but if you’re going for a more whimsical look I’d choose the 4th one.

 
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Miss Calculator
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Miss Calculator (message)  37 posts, Newbee

p.s. - I’ll admit to skimming over the text in the post and just looking at the pretty pics, but now that I look back I see that you already used the word whimsical! And here I thought I had come up with it myself :)

 
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Miss Bear Cub
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Miss Bear Cub (message)  1,566 posts, Bumble bee

I absolutely love everything Myra Callan makes!

 
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365
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365 (message)  238 posts, Helper bee

Honestly, I’m in love with the one on your head. I love the oversized birdcage veil with that poof. Maybe with the one directly off the headband that looks like it has tulle on it?

 
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lreighard1
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lreighard1 (message)  642 posts, Busy bee

I love that floofy headband — i think you should go with that and not compete with the flower already on your dress :)

 
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Gilneas
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Gilneas (message)  1,393 posts, Bumble bee

I think I like the feather one - I think the little “feelers” (for lack of a better word) will add some more height and fun to the poofy birdcage veil. And I think it’s distinctly different but not clashy from the detail on your dress.

 
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Mrs. Penguin
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Mrs. Penguin (message)  3,499 posts, Sugar bee

I’ve got a soft spot for the twigs and honey flower! I like your oversized birdcage… it’s unique!

 
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Miss Star
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Miss Star (message)  2,057 posts, Buzzing bee

Ooooh, I love Myra Kim’s fascinator! They’re all gorgeous, though.

 
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mrspaetz
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mrspaetz (message)  3,805 posts, Honey bee

these things are just so overpriced though :(

 
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infamia (message)  169 posts, Blushing bee

I love the head band by Oh My Deer! And Myra Kim’s work is just so lovely…

 
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Miss Stiletto (message)  918 posts, Busy bee

I love the third picture down - the flower with the tulle. Feels very “fluffy” and whimsical and unique.

Good luck making the final decision :)

 
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Bruschetta Maid Steph

Oh boy, I see we are all split here but I like the whimsical feather “flower”by Powder Blue Bijoux that caught your eye ;)
Anyways, I don’t think you can go wrong with any of them, but there are my two cents for my girl :)

 
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Ms. 12k

I love the 2 that have the three pearls in the middle. They’re both so pretty.

 

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Mrs. Bruschetta, Philadelphia Age and Occupation: 25, Communication Professional Fiance's Age and Occupation: 25, Physical Therapy Graduate Student Engagement Date: November 30, 2007 Wedding Date: August 2009 Venue: St. Thomas of Villanova Church & the F.U.E.L. House About Me: I’m a self-proclaimed grammar geek who loves singing (like, really belting it) in the car. My mister and I are planning a vibrant summer soiree celebrating our passions – including food and Philly – and when we make it official, we’ll have been together for eight years! Being super competitive is in my nature, and talking excessively is in my genes. I’ve got a terrible sense of direction, but can always easily find my way into Mr. Bruschetta’s arms.

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