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So, I was looking for a hair flower, having decided that I really needed one. I had begun the search process thinking that I would use a real flower since it would be less expensive and disposable—however, my ventures into the world of Etsy soon led me to other conclusions.
After perusing about a few hundred options on Etsy, I found some deco clay gardenia flowers—I loved the detail and the “real” look of them. They would also stand up better than a real flower. I almost bought this gorgeous one for $23 from Blissful Moments.
This one sells for $20 (by DK Designs, whose clay flowers were used at Mrs. Pineapple’s wedding, and are gorgeous–please go look now)
Oh the amnesia—I mean, I didn’t even want a fake flower in the first place because I would have no use for it after the wedding. Was I falling prey to one of those wedding mind tricks where we *need* things?
More importantly, would I rue the day I decided not to wear a hair flower on my wedding day? The answer was no, and I decided to forego the flower. Anti-climactic, huh?
Did anyone take some time to step back from a purchase and realize that they didn’t need it?
Yes- thank God! I’ve been tempted to buy everything. From hair flowers to garters (a year and a half before the wedding!!!) to, well, really, almost anything, it’s so tempting to go nuts wedding shopping.
There are too many pretty things! I actually need to teach myself to step back more often….
no! but i did go with a cheaper hair flower, after looking at all those beautiful, yet expensive ones on etsy. i went with a $5 flower from a store in the mall, like claires, and it’s just as pretty.
Not yet…I’m hoping I start to take that approach soon though! I spent WAY too much on my shoes, and you can’t even see them under my dress!
I love the flower you’re considering!
Ha, yes, I often convince myself I “need” things like garters and crafting supplies.
Oh yes, this wedding business thing has definitely been major justification for me to “need” a whole ton of things.
Oh, what a hard decision that must have been. Those are really gorgeous flowers. The pug must be devastated, too.
No worries — you can use that ’saved’ $ to buy yet another pair of ‘critical’ bridal shoes!
I definitely suffer from Bridal Virus!! I love the name you’ve given it! :o) I too almost bought a Gardenia Hair Flower…. wow.
You could always make your own flower…I made 2 from the DIY tutorials on WB!! They turned out lovely and inexpensive!!
My sister, who is into the bling, decided i “needed” a tiara. I had a weekend of searching Etsy for tiaras I liked and found a few way over budget (what else is new). Then I looked at bridal magazines (they are useful for something) and covered all the brides’ headpieces with my finger to see if they looked better with or without a hairpiece/tiara. Guess what? I thought they looked better au natural every time!
Oh dear. That gardenia is gorgeous. Getting sick from bridal virus right now. Noooooo……
love me some clay flowers! If you change your mind I’d love to *attempt* to make one for you?! Never tried a gardenia, but I could give it a try!
@Miss Cheeseburger: that is incredibly sweet of you to offer! i will definitely keep it in mind, and spring it on you when your wedding planning is at your most hectic!
I love how reading this was like, oh, which one is she gonna pick?? None. You’re too funny.
Those flowers are both so pretty, you have some serious restraint, I’m telling you!
$23 for a flower? I think the price is a little….well way overexergerated though the flower looks nice. Im sure there is a cheaper place to get them.
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Mrs. Pug, New York City/Half Moon Bay, CA Age and Occupation: 33, Lawyer Fiance's Age and Occupation: 32, ditto Engagement Date: July 2008 Wedding Date: March 2010 Venue: Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay About Me: The Mr. and I are two 30-somethings who enjoy tasty sweets of all kinds, our neighborhood wine store, and cuddling with our pug. NYC is where we live and the city we love, but we’re doing the deed out in Northern California. We are trying to keep the affair small, intimate, and manageable. Our motto is: the less people, the better! (I’m kidding.)
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