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The morning of the wedding I woke up and was completely calm. All the butterflies of the week fluttered away, and I was left with a feeling of peace and a spark of “hells to the yeah, it’s my wedding day”!!! It was an incredibly gorgeous day outside (no thanks to you, weatherman!), and I could not wait for what was to come.
After showering, lounging for a bit, and getting my daily recommended dose of caffeine, my bridesmaids and some family started to arrive. It was time to get gorgeous!
My cousin’s lovely wife, Stefanie, agreed to get us looking fabulous, and wasted no time getting started.
Sister Powder Puff getting her hair done in my parents’ kitchen.
If there is one thing I can recommend for brides, it is to get a little drinky in on the wedding day. Seriously. Although I felt cool as a cucumber, a little liquid courage couldn’t hurt, right?
Mmm, mimosas! Cheers!
Let’s hit pause for a funny story, shall we? The weekend before the wedding, also known as the Fourth of July, my friends and I traveled up north to Traverse City for a little fun in the sun. Well, silly me, I should have put on more sunscreen, or at least worn a hat, because the next morning I had the WORST sunburn ever. Super uneven, and all over. Eeks!
After a week of aloe, it was much better, and no longer painful, but being pale and pasty normally, one bad sunburn scars me for the rest of the summer. Those tan lines last FOREVER! So, if you look closely in the pictures, especially at my legs and back, you’ll be able to see the terrible repercussions of a day in the sun. Piece of advice for brides, #2- wear sunscreen, peeps!
OK, back to the day.
Brother Powder Puff’s girlfriend, Danielle.
Bridesmaid Kristyn
Gettin’ my hair did by my cousin’s super-talented wife, and looking super sassy all the while.
The results!
Pinning in the flower.
A little to the right…. no, now a little to the left… PERFECT!
Alrighty! Let’s head to the venue!
Up next: The girls and I get dressed!
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*All photos by my sister and my friend, Jamie
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Beautiful! You definitely have a bridal glow going on!
Powder Puff, I hear ya on the sunscreen issue — I had to spend Monday outside all day, and lotioned up…sooooo afraid I was gonna get burned, but managed to spend most of my time in the shade. Phew!
Taffy is right - you are so cute and sassy! 
I love your flower, where did you get it?
I’ll forgive the MSU t-shirt because you looks so adorable! I LOVE the flower. Looks great.
we had mimosa’s the morning of too–SO necessary!
I love how you had hair done!
This looks like such a great time…and how sweet of your cousin’s wife to do everyone’s hair. You look beautiful…all the gals do! I love your veil. I love pictures! Thanks for sharing with us Mrs. Powder Puff!
mimosas…mmmm!
i love your birdcage and flower! you look lovely!
and i am with you on the sunburn. im not takin any chances, spf 70! no joke!
@Miss French Bulldog: I actually made it! I never really did a full on post about it. Bad Powder Puff!
You look so beautiful and happy! I hope that I can be as calm as you on my wedding day.
question! why did you put the stuff all in yr hair despite having to head over to another venue?
(you look great, and your parents have a very pretty kitchen!)
I so feel you on the sunscreen. I was the kid that got burned during fire drills in middle and high school. The joys of super pale skin. Luckily I’m getting married in March, so I have the fall and winter to get rid of my awkward, red-hued tan before I march down the aisle.
Also, I love the picture of y’all with mimosas — that’s totally my plan. I’ll need a little buzz in the morning when I’m all antsy and ready to get the show on the road. Later in the day I’ll just rely on adrenaline and excitement. 
@mrspaetz: My cousin’s wife (who did my hair) wasn’t going to be available to help me once we got to the venue, so we put everything in at home.
Plus I stepped into my dress, so I didn’t have the fear of messing up my hair.
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Mrs. Powder Puff, Chicago
Age and Occupation: 25, Preschool Teacher
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 25, Career Services
Engagement Date: May, 2008
Wedding Date: July, 2009
Blogging Since: November 12, 2008
Venue: Outdoor ceremony, banquet hall reception
About Me: I am your typical Midwestern girl attempting to plan a sane, budget-friendly, fun wedding to the man of my dreams. I love shoes, laughing at “Platinum Weddings”, crafts, inspiration boards, candy, and basically anything I can DIY. While weddings can certainly be all-consuming, I honestly can’t wait until the ceremony is over and I can finally call Mr. Powder Puff my husband!
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