On Saturday, I attended a lovely bridal shower for a dear friend whose glam DC wedding will take place in January. It was refreshing to travel a mere 30 minutes and find myself in a room filled with love. Since moving here, Josh and I have started to settle in our cutesy Virginia neighborhood. I have plans upon plans and so many phone calls to make to dear friends who leave nearby, but it just hasn’t happened yet. Between the new job and last weekend’s health scare, I feel like I am just starting to find a routine and feel (a little bit) at home.
My friend Tara is going to be the type of bride that you see all over Pinterest and just gasp at her beauty. She did bend my ear a tiny bit about the amazing theme of her wedding, and I even got a sneak peek of the hairstyle which is beyond words. But we’ll keep all of that under wraps until after the wedding takes place.
This was the beautiful favor from Tara’s shower.
After the shower, Josh and I had hoped to return to Maryland for a dinner party at the bride’s father’s home. But Josh’s work commitments made it impossible for him and I, traveling alone in a crazy rainstorm, didn’t end up making it either. We cracked open a bottle of mediocre red and ordered in Chinese, after which my beloved fell into a deep slumber. And I, inspired by the beautiful snow that had fallen earlier, got to work brainstorming more winter wedding ideas. Let’s talk fashion:
After the shower, Josh and I had hoped to return to Maryland for a dinner party at the bride’s father’s home. But Josh’s work commitments made it impossible for him and I, traveling alone in a crazy rainstorm, didn’t end up making it either. We cracked open a bottle of mediocre red and ordered in Chinese, after which my beloved fell into a deep slumber. And I, inspired by the beautiful snow that had fallen earlier, got to work brainstorming more winter wedding ideas. Let’s talk fashion:
The first look
A snowy first look is absolutely magical. Whether or not you’re lucky enough to get actual flakes, you can make it work by donning a white fur or otherwise puffy stole or cape. Also, the bride below was smart to wear her hair up. In theory, snow on the hair is absolutely enchanting. But unless your stylist stays on-hand for a major touch-up, melted snow can create a real mess for your locks.
Cardigans galore
I’ve seen matching cardigans or peacoats work on the bridesmaids for outdoor winter shoots, but I’ve also seen them way not work. Coordinating is one thing, but a line of six of the same sweater can end up looking ho-hum. Instead, encourage your girls to wear wool cardis that relate to your wedding colors but are not an identical color match. The look ends up being much more elegant and natural.
Have some fun
There will be plenty of pictures of you two looking fabulous and chic — save your heels for a moment when you aren’t trudging through the snow. A little humor goes a long way, and a shot of the groom holding your bouquet so you can lift up your dress to reveal snow boots is just the sweetest thing.
Born to be a Bride 