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Ms. Stripes, Los Angeles Age and Occupation: 29, Costume Designer/Stylist Fiancee's Age and Occupation: 29, Chef Engagement Date: June 23, 2009 Wedding Date: September 2010 Venue: Heritage Square Museum About Me: I’m a type A creative with a messy streak, a loud mouth, and an uncanny knack for combining clashing patterns. I can usually be found with my nose in a book, my feet (or at least my toes) on the ground, my head in the clouds, and my arm around the prettiest girl you ever saw- aka Fiancee Stripes. Together we’re planning a FUN vintage/modern French carnival wedding extravaganza and rockin’ dance party on a dime. (Say that three times fast!) Good coffee, long lists, Uniball pens, and my iPhone keep me sane, and making art, making trouble, and making out keep me happy! I love urban adventures, bike rides that end with afternoon drinks, breakfast for dinner, beautiful light, photography, travel, my furry family, and of course, my beautiful fiancee! I’m super excited to be here and can’t wait to share all our adventures as we craft a joyful, budget-friendly, design-savvy and all-around AWESOME wedding!
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I think I’ve mentioned my dress doubts once or twice around here. Sigh. But don’t worry, I’m *really* done whining and ready to get down to business. And what better way to make a decision than to check out all your options? That’s right folks, I said options—plural. And that’s where the gulp comes in.

When you shop for a living and you don’t want to wear a traditionalweddingdress, by which I just mean one that comes from a Bridal Shop, you have A. LOT. OF. OPTIONS. Through the spring and summer months, short white(ish) dresses jump out at you at every turn, begging to be taken home and put through their couldthisbemyweddingdress paces.

And what else can an indecisive bride do but oblige them?

Seriously, I’ve taken home nearly every white, cream or gold, short/cocktail length dress in Los Angeles, submitted it to a series of fitting photos and promptly returned it to the store. Big Sigh.

And that’s how I’ve ended up with the final three. Yes. You read correctly. Three.

Many dresses entered, but only these three made it to the final round. And so with the help of Bridesmaid J (also a stylist extraordinaire) we did a little accessorizing and staged an impromptu photo shoot to determine the winner. I’m about 99% sure of my decision, but I would LOVE to hear your opinion!

So which one do you like best?

The Modern Romantic:

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The French Poet (styled two ways):

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The Architectural Cutie:

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So again, which dress should I wear? AND are there any other super indecisive Three Dress Brides out there?

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140 Responses to “Wedding Dress Mania: Tales of a *gulp* Three Dress Bride”

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messybride
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messybride (message)  177 posts, Blushing bee

the third dress is my favorite!

 
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Miss Cardigan
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Miss Cardigan (message)  8,645 posts, Bee Keeper

Ohhhh my gosh I loooooooove the third one SO MUCH! It looks absolutely amazing on you! They’re all gorgeous, but that one is definitely my favorite!

 
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denverbirdlet (message)  750 posts, Busy bee

i love the last one! They all look great on you, but I think the more fitted/structured look is soo hot on you!

 
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Rachel

Dress three!!

 
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lopeze4183
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lopeze4183 (message)  170 posts, Blushing bee

architectural cutie all the way!

 
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Miss Plaid (message)  769 posts, Busy bee

Is the first the same as Mrs. Mouse’s dress? If not, very similar. My favorite is the second one with the blue ribbon belt. Love it!

 
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Birdstotheblue (message)  22 posts, Newbee

Dress 3!

 
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Miss Elephant
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Miss Elephant (message)  6,182 posts, Bee Keeper

For me it’s a tough call between the Modern Romantic and the Architectural Cutie, but all three are very very pretty!

 
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yoori
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yoori (message)  231 posts, Helper bee

Love the 3rd dress!!!

 
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Lindsy
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Lindsy (message)  237 posts, Helper bee

definitely dress three.

 
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Mrs. Scissors (message)  7,343 posts, Bee Keeper

Either the last or the first! You really can’t go wrong with any of these though. :)

 
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Janis Foley

I like the last dress too! You could wear something over it to change the look - and take it off for a second look. I like it maybe because I tend to like cleaner lines. ♡

 
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lilacwire
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lilacwire (message)  570 posts, Busy bee

That first dress is INCREDIBLE on you.

 
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Bug (message)  66 posts, Worker bee

I really really really like the first one but the third is great too. I can see why your having a hard time!

 
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Miss Lioness
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Miss Lioness (message)  817 posts, Busy bee

Is that third one from Anthropologie? Because if it is, I tried it on and it did NOT work on me so PLEASE wear that one so I can live vicariously through you :) They’re all lovely though!

 
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Ashley

I love the 3rd one. Soooo beautiful on you :)

 
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Serya
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Serya (message)  773 posts, Busy bee

They’re all fabulous but I love, love, love Architectural Cutie! It’s gorgeous on you!

 
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rachelm1083
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rachelm1083 (message)  241 posts, Helper bee

I love dress #3!!! It looks great on you!

 
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crayfish (message)  4,844 posts, Honey bee

I love the Sarah Seven dress the most! Simple = better. 2nd choice would have to be the architectural beauty!

 
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Mrs. French Bulldog
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Mrs. French Bulldog (message)  7,730 posts, Bee Keeper

Modern Romantic & Architectural Cutie are my favorites :)

 
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Ms. Stripes, Los Angeles Age and Occupation: 29, Costume Designer/Stylist Fiancee's Age and Occupation: 29, Chef Engagement Date: June 23, 2009 Wedding Date: September 2010 Venue: Heritage Square Museum About Me: I’m a type A creative with a messy streak, a loud mouth, and an uncanny knack for combining clashing patterns. I can usually be found with my nose in a book, my feet (or at least my toes) on the ground, my head in the clouds, and my arm around the prettiest girl you ever saw- aka Fiancee Stripes. Together we’re planning a FUN vintage/modern French carnival wedding extravaganza and rockin’ dance party on a dime. (Say that three times fast!) Good coffee, long lists, Uniball pens, and my iPhone keep me sane, and making art, making trouble, and making out keep me happy! I love urban adventures, bike rides that end with afternoon drinks, breakfast for dinner, beautiful light, photography, travel, my furry family, and of course, my beautiful fiancee! I’m super excited to be here and can’t wait to share all our adventures as we craft a joyful, budget-friendly, design-savvy and all-around AWESOME wedding!

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