Getting Ready for Getting Ready

Getting Ready for Getting Ready

January 7th, 2010 @ 10:11 am by Mrs. Pug
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I think one of the most special parts of the wedding day (yes yes, every part is special but I mean, um, super special) is the bride getting ready. There is something so serene, magical and blissful about the photos, except under the cover of serenity is that amazing sense of excitement building up—the kind of butterflies you feel when your loved one is about to step off a plane from a long trip away, when you were a kid waiting for your birthday… those kind of nervous, fun jitters.

Getting ready is a time to get prettied up, to put on your best face:

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To put on that gorgeous dress, with the help of those loved ones surrounding you:

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A time for shots like this:

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A time to take a reflective moment:

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And a time to just smile, giggle and laugh in anticipation of the day:

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Is it too confusing to be getting butterflies about getting butterflies on the wedding day? Because sometimes I kinda do.

I can’t tell you how much I am looking forward to this part of the day. I will be with my mom, my sister, my best friend, with other girlfriends dropping by, a glass of bubbly in hand, trying to enjoy the moment and getting ready for the big day ahead.

Watch, I’ll be in hives, people will be screaming, the seating chart won’t be done, and the room will spontaneously ignite in flames.

Is there any particular part of the day that you are looking forward to (and don’t give me that mumbo jumbo about the moment you are married… yes, we are all looking forward to that)?

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21 Responses to “Getting Ready for Getting Ready”

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Miss Hamster (message) 4,045 posts, Honey bee

Besides all the obvious moments, I’m totally looking forward to spending the night before the wedding with my mom and sis in the super sweet suite

1/7/10 @ 10:17 am (reply)

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Ms. Library (message) 1,250 posts, Bumble bee

I know exactly what you are saying! I am so excited to just relax, let the magic flow, and get ready with my extra special girls. I am also super excited for the excitement of throwing the bouquet. I just love the energy that comes out of it.

1/7/10 @ 10:18 am (reply)

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Miss Trail Mix (message) 6,308 posts, Bee Keeper

I cannot wait for the getting ready part!! I’m planning on having all my close girlfriend’s over to my parents house and we’ll do each other’s make up and hair and have champagne it will be like when we used to get ready to go out in college, only a million times better!

1/7/10 @ 10:24 am (reply)

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Miss French Fries (message) 2,217 posts, Buzzing bee

I’m also excited about the “getting ready” part — we’re going to be in a gigantic suite (hopefully) and I want my fave tunes on my iPod, a mimosa, and lots of laughing.

1/7/10 @ 10:26 am (reply)

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marlie (message) 212 posts, Helper bee

i’m way too excited about getting ready. it will be me, my mom, my sister (MOH), my aunt, my grandma, 5 bridesmaids, a hairstylist and a makeup artist all hanging out in a big suite. i’m hoping for a peaceful girly start to an exciting day!

1/7/10 @ 10:29 am (reply)

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Mrs. Quiche (message) 3,157 posts, Sugar bee

I had so much fun getting ready! We just lounged around, did makeup & hair, ate pizza & drank champagne…it was perfect!

1/7/10 @ 10:34 am (reply)

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Miss Scissors (message) 7,343 posts, Bee Keeper

I looove getting ready pictures, and I’m so terrified that I will be like the tasmanian devil. Crazy and woooooshing around. Somebody’s going to have to calm my butt down. :p

1/7/10 @ 10:46 am (reply)

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EAQ219 (message) 1,448 posts, Bumble bee

Oh I’m totally looking forward to this part of the day!! I’ve always loved “getting ready” and used to get ready with my girlfriends in high school/college all the time. This post just got me so excited for getting ready!!

1/7/10 @ 10:49 am (reply)

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Mrs. Dee to Bee (message) 816 posts, Busy bee

I have no idea what to do for the “getting ready” part! I think we’ll be at the church. (booo on crappy bride’s room) and I guess the photographer will be there?

1/7/10 @ 10:50 am (reply)

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3pugmama (message) 152 posts, Blushing bee

There will be no screaming or fiery disasters! There will only be squealing (of glee), and the only disaster to anticipate is running out of bubbly!

1/7/10 @ 10:58 am (reply)

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Miss Pencils (message) 1,027 posts, Bumble bee

this is EXACTLY the moment I look forward to most pre-wedding ceremony too! There’s nothing like a bride stepping into her dress, with her fam and girlies all around her. i’m also pretty fantastically excited to enjoy this moment with some champagne!

1/7/10 @ 11:00 am (reply)

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Miss Guinea Pig (message) 1,377 posts, Bumble bee

Honestly I hadn’t really given the getting ready time much special thought but now you’ve got me excited! Thanks Pug!

1/7/10 @ 11:26 am (reply)

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Miss Frozen Yogurt (message) 2,685 posts, Sugar bee

I love the getting ready time too! I think it’s so fun to have all those great girls around you right before the big moment. I love seeing pictures from that time too!

1/7/10 @ 11:32 am (reply)

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Miss Nachos (message) 1,733 posts, Bumble bee

I’m excited about the moment my dad and I get together behind the scenes cause I’ve always been a total daddy’s girl and I think it’ll be such a sweet moment.

1/7/10 @ 12:13 pm (reply)

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Miss Spaniel (message) 6,792 posts, Bee Keeper

I’m looking forward to eating breakfast that day with everyone. It seems like it will be the actual relaxing part!

1/7/10 @ 12:56 pm (reply)

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tea (message) 7,263 posts, Bee Keeper

i get the butterflies about getting butterflies on my wedding day. it’s normal anticipation! i love it.

i find it pretty amusing that those pictures always look so serene and peaceful even if the dressing room is anything but!

1/7/10 @ 1:02 pm (reply)

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Miss Cheeseburger (message) 1,020 posts, Bumble bee

Yes, these shots are a must for me too. Although my mom was just saying the other day that there are going to be a TON of people in the room… oh well, that’s what I want!

1/7/10 @ 1:10 pm (reply)

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Miss Pug (message) 3,753 posts, Honey bee

@Miss Hamster: ladies’ sleepover in a pimped out room–yipee!
@Miss Trail Mix: @Miss French Fries: @marlie: @EAQ219: @Miss Pencils: @Miss Frozen Yogurt: i know, i’m getting all giddy just thinking about it!
@Miss Cheeseburger: @tea: it’s funny that it’s probably going to be chaotic, but i want those serene, calm photos, dammit!
@Miss Spaniel: carving out time for a nice breakfast will be key
@Miss Nachos: that is so sweet. i remember champagne’s recent pics of this, and i just puddled with sentimentality
@Ms. Library: that’s definitely an exciting moment. just don’t hit anyone in the eye with it.
@Miss Scissors: crazy or serene, it’ll be so exciting!
@Mrs. Quiche: ah, that sounds super nice, hope mine lives up to that!
@Miss Guinea Pig: it’s infectious. in a good way.
@Mrs. Dee to Bee: wherever you get ready will be special because you’ll be getting all prettified with your loved ones. don’t worry about the decor!

1/7/10 @ 2:09 pm (reply)

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mimi06d (message) 646 posts, Busy bee

I’m excited for this too although I don’t think I’ll look as graceful as all of the beautiful brides in those photos. I’m also excited for my older brother to see me once I’m all ready since he’s going to walk me down the aisle.

1/7/10 @ 8:51 pm (reply)

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Jessie516 (message) 5,480 posts, Bee Keeper

I actually had a great time getting ready with my gals. It was a pretty low key morning at my sister’s house, but it was fun to be with all the important ladies in my life. We chilled, drank coffee and ate cinnamon rolls and it was great!

1/7/10 @ 9:29 pm (reply)

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