Michael and I are getting married! The date has been set in May of 2013 so the planning is underway. I’m going to gather all the wedding-related posts here.
The Story:
How we met.
The Engagement:
He asked me a question…(pictures of the ring here!)
Michael gives a behind-the-scenes look at his proposal process.
Rings:
Hunting for the perfect wedding band.
The Dress:
First time trying on dresses ever with my mom.
Trying on dresses in Los Angeles with my bridesmaids.
Another dress-shopping experience in which I find “the one“!
Bridesmaid Dresses:
Failure at David’s Bridal in Indiana.
Bridesmaid dresses are a hit at Bella Bridesmaid.
Bridal shower/Bachelorette party in Vegas:
The dresses.
Venue:
Looking at our hopeful venue-to-be, Fort Mason’s General’s Residence.
Shopping around for a back-up venue in case Fort Mason doesn’t work out – Stern Grove and Forest Hill Clubhouses.
San Francisco Film Centre? Nope.
Westin St. Francis? Definitely a back-up option.
Venue, booked! Fort Mason’s General Residence it is!
Venue walk through.
The Photographer:
Easily and painlessly booked.
Engagement shoot at Fort Mason.
Invitations:
Save the Dates.
The Honeymoon:
12-day cruise to Russia in June of 2013.
Nope, honeymoon TBD.
Catering:
Wild Thyme Catering tasting.
Ann Walker Catering tasting.
Carrie Dove Catering tasting and we have a winner!
Final tasting with Carrie Dove.
Cake:
Carolyn Wong cakes.
Miscellaneous:
Bridal party cards.
First wedding present from my matron-of-honor.
Michael’s potential groomsmen dance.
Creating a registry. Craziness.
Beauty and body regimen.
Beginning first dance lessons.
Hair updo trial.
Seating and favors.
Michelle
/ November 12, 2012We just got engaged two weeks ago and selected the General’s Residence this morning for our venue in April 2013. I’m just starting the planning process and am going to follow your blog to see who you choose as your vendors! Congratulations to you! PS I’m also in law school!
Jennifer K.
/ November 13, 2012Hey! Congratulations! Take a look at my wedding page to see all the wedding related posts all together. You can see a few of the vendors we’ve chosen so far. You’ll be married before me
The venue is going to be beautiful.
Michelle
/ November 14, 2012Hi Jennifer! I’m definitely going to look at your vendors…I’ve just started to research mine. Since our wedding is just before yours, feel free to contact me afterwards if you need anything! It’s so exciting, it doesn’t quite feel real!