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Mrs. Lemonade, Austin/San Antonio Age and Occupation: 28, Bureaucrat Fiance's Age and Occupation: 28, Music Management Engagement Date: December 21, 2007 Wedding Date: April, 2009 Blogging Since: August 22, 2008 Venue: Country Club ceremony, ballroom reception About Me: I’m a total wonkette who is lucky enough to be surrounded by her favorite things on a daily basis – awesome music, the great State of Texas and of course, Mr. Lemonade! I find any excuse I can to craft something and am completely infatuated with the 1950’s, all things Kennedy, and my furbaby Vida.
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Girls Get Dressed

July 11th, 2009 @ 5:10 pm by Mrs. Lemonade

While the more masculine half of our group was knocking off in the grill, the girls had some serious business to get down to. We filled the boardroom at the Club to capacity and as I looked around, I realized how incredibly blessed I was to be surrounded by my favorite ladies in the whole world. My mother, sister, bridesmaids, flower girls, and aunts were all there, as well as our florist, the lovely Jenna, the female contingent of our awesome photography team, Karen, and our amazing DOC+, Becky. It was a full house that afternoon, and I wouldn’t have had it any other way.

We began by unpacking and laying out all of our accessories.

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We hung Jackie on the wall and added my shoes to the shutters.

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Jenna Cole Photography

My insanely gorgeous and fragrant peony bouquet sat on the windowsill as it awaited its big debut and every so often I took a whiff or two, inhaling the incredibly intoxicating sweet scent. I loved, loved, LOVED my bouquet!!

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Slowly but surely the girls slipped into their dresses and jewels and strapped their golden heels on.

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My adorable cousins (aka flower girls) climbed into their pretty frocks while Erin crowned them with their wreaths of baby’s breath and handed them their baskets, overflowing with ivory rose petals and lavender buds.

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I continued to lounge around in my white Juicy “suit” alternating between cracking jokes and taking deep calming breaths. Around 5, sweet Becky prodded me to begin getting dressed. I climbed up to retrieve Jackie from her perch and everyone gatherer around.

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The room went silent as I stepped into the layers of silk and tulle, beginning my transformation into a blushing bride.

Jenna Cole Photography

As my mother zipped me up, I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror. “I’m a bride! I’m a bride!” I exclaimed while doing a happy dance around the room.

Jenna Cole Photography

I was completely overjoyed at that moment and felt completely prepared to trek down the aisle right then and there. However, I was quickly reminded that I had a few more items to don before my ensemble would be complete.

My sister sat me down and we attempted to affix my Italian silk garter to my thigh.

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I should have done a trial run with the garter for, try as we might, we couldn’t get the damn thing to stay up. I briefly envisioned a nightmare scenario where it slid off as my dad and I sauntered down the aisle and we all agreed that it was better to leave it behind. Since I was still sitting in my throne, the girls collected my shoes and shod my bare feet.

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Last, but most certainly not least, was the veil. Oh dear lawd, how I loved that veil and couldn’t wait to get it on my head. However, none of us had any idea how to do it. After about 5 minutes of the girls flipping it back and forth and circling my head discussing logistics, we figured we’d better consult a pro for advice. “Jenna?! HELP!!!!” Thankfully we figured it out and I was finally all dressed up and ready to go.

Jenna Cole Photography

Jenna Cole Photography

Jenna Cole Photography

I paused in front of the mirror to take everything in.

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It was around this time that we heard a little knock at the door…

Previously:
Thursday.
Rain, Rain, Go Away
Practice Makes Perfect
Our Very Own Fiesta
Feliz Cumpleanos, Mi Amor!
Gifts of Gratitude
A Final Goodnight
A Few Final Touches for the Boys

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25 Responses to “Girls Get Dressed”

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Sulli301
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Sulli301 (message)  1,109 posts, Bumble bee

I love your pictures!
You have inspired me with some great ideas!
Congrats!! :)

 
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Miss Bruschetta (message)  5,553 posts, Bee Keeper

Your pics makes me so excited to put my entire ensemble together!

 
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Charm bracelet (message)  827 posts, Busy bee

I really like the color of the bridesmaid dresses–very elegant. Also, I will make a note to practice putting on the veil. I never thought about those little details.

 
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aja0829 (message)  140 posts, Blushing bee

Gorgeous! Your dress is fantastic and you got some great getting ready pictures!

 
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Mrs. Champagne (message)  1,068 posts, Bumble bee

you are so gorgeous!

 
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Lina

I want a re-do on my own wedding using your dress. :p

 
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poodle (message)  3,020 posts, Sugar bee

you look amazing!

 
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His Barista
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His Barista (message)  1,844 posts, Buzzing bee

Beautiful pictures!!! = D

 
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Miss Beagle (message)  1,053 posts, Bumble bee

You’re so beautiful!! I love the detail shots.

 
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Miss Mouse (message)  3,348 posts, Sugar bee

Great photos! So lucky that you had two photographers capturing your day! You look so happy putting on your dress. :)

 
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Jenniphyr
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Jenniphyr (message)  1,397 posts, Bumble bee

Your veil is so pretty! =)

 
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Mrs. Candy Corn (message)  516 posts, Busy bee

Your happy dance is so friggin’ cute!

 
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Mrs. Flamingo (message)  1,267 posts, Bumble bee

Aw, your sooo pretty. I love the shot of you getting dressed and we see a peek of your tattoo… very sexy ;)

 
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krissybee
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krissybee (message)  1,038 posts, Bumble bee

such great photos!!! i love LOVE your bouquet!

 
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Miss Cloud (message)  587 posts, Busy bee

oh you look beautiful! and I love your bouquet!!!

 
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bridecat
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bridecat (message)  90 posts, Worker bee

So beautiful! Can’t wait to see more!

 
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FireFlyNad (message)  101 posts, Blushing bee

You look beautiful, your dress is gorgeous. I look forward to the next set of photo’s Congrats.

 
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Mrs. Taffy (message)  2,605 posts, Sugar bee

Beautiful!!!!!! :)

 
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bridal girl

Great story and love those pictures. Who made your make-up anyway? I was amaze cos you didn’t have a stylist with you and you still looked amazing.

 
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LovestheBear (message)  875 posts, Busy bee

Gorgeous!

 
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Miss French Bulldog
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Miss French Bulldog (message)  6,077 posts, Bee Keeper

Nice stems Mrs Lemonade… was that inappropreiate?
Anyway, I love all the baby’s breathe you used - So pretty :)

 
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Mrs. Cheese (message)  647 posts, Busy bee

hee, hee. You look so happy! Great recaps.

 
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Love, Texas Style: Three Sweet Visitors » Weddingbee » The Wedding Blog

[...] Previously: Thursday. Rain, Rain, Go Away Practice Makes Perfect Our Very Own Fiesta Feliz Cumpleanos, Mi Amor! Gifts of Gratitude A Final Goodnight A Few Final Touches for the Boys Girls Get Dressed [...]

 
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such great post! i love the first pic of you! will you email me at info@juliannesmith.com? i’d really like to talk to you about your garter experience, as i have a stylish wedding garter company. thank you so much! i hope to hear from you!

 
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Champ Wedding—Becoming the Bride » Weddingbee » The Wedding Blog

[...] her mom zipping up her dress and it being such a special moment between the two of them. In fact, some of the bees have had such cute photos taken and moments captured while putting on their dress. Unfortunately [...]

 


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