Kristi and Brian's Wedding **New Plans!**

[KristiLyn]

Your invitations are amazing! and I love the bags your using. Everything is looking great so far can't wait to read more.

Thanks girl!!!

 

[KristiLyn]

Well, I'm going through some major wedding dress drama.
When I originally tried on my dress at AA, I fell in love immediately. I knew and had no doubts this was the dress for me. It looked absolutely gorgeous on.
Fast forward to getting it in. I tried it on at home when it came in and I really didn't like it. It looked really bad on me and hated pretty much everything about it. But I said I would just let it go and not try it on again until closer to the wedding.
Now fast forward to today. I just tried the dress on again. It's been a few months so I figured what the heck? Welllll...... I'm almost in tears. I hate it. I hate everything about it. I hate how it looks on me, I hate the material, everything.
How can I go from loving it so much like I did, to hating it so much now? It looks nothing like how it looked when I originally tried it on. It's awful. I feel like something is different with it but I can not figure out what it is. It does need to be altered a bit in a couple of weeks, but I still don't see it making that much of a difference. I just want a whole new dress, but I can't afford it. Do I really walk down the aisle wearing a dress I hate? And I'm such a perfectionist and I really wanted to look perfect, and now I think I'm going to look terrible because of this dress.
I'm in such a bad mood and I'm so upset tonight.
Blah.

 

[Jilian]

Hugs! What is it that you don't like about the dress? Did you try it on with your jewelery to get the full idea of how it will look? Can it be returned/exchanged if you absolutely hate it? I just went back to the beginning of your PJ to see your dress again and I think it is really, really pretty. Is it the fact that it isn't altered to fit you properly that is making it look bad or have you changed your mind and just don't like the style anymore? If you've been watching say yes to the dress ...stop! That show will make you have all sorts of second guesses about your dress.

 

[KristiLyn]

Hugs! What is it that you don't like about the dress? Did you try it on with your jewelery to get the full idea of how it will look? Can it be returned/exchanged if you absolutely hate it? I just went back to the beginning of your PJ to see your dress again and I think it is really, really pretty. Is it the fact that it isn't altered to fit you properly that is making it look bad or have you changed your mind and just don't like the style anymore? If you've been watching say yes to the dress ...stop! That show will make you have all sorts of second guesses about your dress.

Yes, I watched SYTTD this morning! That's actually what inspired me to try it on again. I certainly need to stop! I can't even really explain what I don't like about it. It's just like when I try it on, I just don't like what I see. The material is satin and I don't think it looks great on me, almost too shiny, the sides look a little tight and then right underneath the bust it kind of poofs out and looks really strange. Not sure if I'm even making sense.... It's definitely way too long so I can't even tell if I like the bottom or not, I just know the top looks strange.
I'm going to try to explain it to the alterations person when I try it on and maybe she can offer some suggestions...hopefully....
And it can't be exchanged/returned.

 

[pixie921]

Oh, Kristi! I'm so sorry that you're having dress drama! I agree that maybe when you go in for your alterations, see what they suggest for making little changes here and there so that you like it more? Other than that, if you really, truly end up hating it, maybe there could be somewhere in your budget that you could tweak a bit to find enough for a different dress? Other than that, I'm afraid I have no suggestions, just hugs!!

 

[tinkerbell 766]

Kristi sweetie - I am so sorry you are going through this and I am not sure what to suggest. I guess the only thing to do is to sell it on Ebay and get as much as you can toward a new one. Maybe Jilian is right and it just needs the alterations done, but I guess that will not change the fabric etc. I really hope you figure it out - every bride should have a dress they love, especially one of my S/D brides!!!!

 

[lilsqueakrr]

I love youuuuu. =]

 

[DoomBuggy0922]

Awwww Kristi <3

I just went back and looked and your dress, and it is beautiful! I really think so.

BUT... I also think you need to do what makes you happy, ya know? So you could get alterations and stuff, but if you REALLY don't love it anymore... then I would say, just get a new one. I know, I know, it's expensive, but it's your WEDDING! and you only live once, ya know? <3

 

[jlocmac]

Sorry this is happening to you!! I know exactly how you feel though. I was the same way. That's why I now have 2 dresses. I agree with the other girls.. try to sell the first 1 you bought if the alterations don't work out for you ( but if the price of alterations is ridiculous, plus the cost of new dress, I wouldn't do the alterations.. JMO) but try to find a way to get another 1 if the budget allows. Ours really didn't, but the DF was understanding enough. He def didn't want me wearing something I didn't like.. and I'm sure yours feels the same way. Everything will work out for you! I'm sure of it!!

 

[jlocmac]

BTW the dress is gorgeous though!!

 

[One_Song]

Oh my goodness how awful that you have to go through this stress so close to your wedding! A few months ago, I decided that maybe I didn't like my dress anymore, that it wasn't dramatic enough-- so I went and tried it on again, and remembered how wonderful I feel with it on. You absolutely deserve to feel that special feeling on your wedding day! I agree with the other ladies, if you don't love it, you should find a way to afford a new dress. It's too much to risk that it might put a damper on your wedding day. I would even say don't wait for the alterations; have a friend hold it or clip it back the way they do in the salon. If you're still not happy when it looks form-fitting, I say it's time to start looking. Maybe there will be a sample sale in/near your city soon?

 

[elleinad16]

Oh, Kristi!!! I'm sorry you feel lack-luster in your dress I know time is ticking...and you are confused, but maybe if you try on other dresses, you'll get a better understanding of what you want! I think the dress you have already is very pretty, but maybe you're starting to feel you want something a little more.

 

[librarygeek]

Kristi! I am so sorry you are going through this I do agree with the other girls that you should wear a dress you love on your wedding day. I also know that your budget has been tight, but I would definitely rank this as something really, really important. Maybe you can sell it on ebay and get enough money to put towards a new dress. Please keep us updated, you know we are here for you!

 

[stephielela]

Kristi~ I am such a DIS slacker! I am all caught up now though. Do you ahve a picture of youin the dress the first time? Then you could take a picture of you in it now and compare the two to see what looks different? I would say try to sell it and put the money towards a new one. See if you can find one that you love, and then look for similar ones that are cheaper? I honestly don't know, having never gotten married myself... but I can imagine it would be horrible to be so unhappy with what you are wearing ony your big day.

 

[Bickimook2]

sending love your way hunny and a little bit of creepo to lift your spirits Everything will turn out right, just stay positive your heart will tell you what's right!

 

[mjshorses]

Aww, Kristi, I'm sorry you're feeling this way. I would definitely talk to the alterations people to see if you'd like it better once it actually fits you like it's supposed to. also, bring your jewelry and hair piece so you can get a better picture of how it's going to look when you're all dressed up. If you still don't like it, I wouldn't get it altered because it will be harder for you to sell a dress that is altered than one that hasn't been touched. If you're really that unhappy with it I think you should find another dress that will make you happy. I'm sure you could find a sample that you can take home right away and that's affordable.

Good luck! Keep us posted!

 

[KristiLyn]

Oh, Kristi! I'm so sorry that you're having dress drama! I agree that maybe when you go in for your alterations, see what they suggest for making little changes here and there so that you like it more? Other than that, if you really, truly end up hating it, maybe there could be somewhere in your budget that you could tweak a bit to find enough for a different dress? Other than that, I'm afraid I have no suggestions, just hugs!!

I love youuuuu. =]

Awwww Kristi <3

I just went back and looked and your dress, and it is beautiful! I really think so.

BUT... I also think you need to do what makes you happy, ya know? So you could get alterations and stuff, but if you REALLY don't love it anymore... then I would say, just get a new one. I know, I know, it's expensive, but it's your WEDDING! and you only live once, ya know? <3

Sorry this is happening to you!! I know exactly how you feel though. I was the same way. That's why I now have 2 dresses. I agree with the other girls.. try to sell the first 1 you bought if the alterations don't work out for you ( but if the price of alterations is ridiculous, plus the cost of new dress, I wouldn't do the alterations.. JMO) but try to find a way to get another 1 if the budget allows. Ours really didn't, but the DF was understanding enough. He def didn't want me wearing something I didn't like.. and I'm sure yours feels the same way. Everything will work out for you! I'm sure of it!!

BTW the dress is gorgeous though!!

Oh my goodness how awful that you have to go through this stress so close to your wedding! A few months ago, I decided that maybe I didn't like my dress anymore, that it wasn't dramatic enough-- so I went and tried it on again, and remembered how wonderful I feel with it on. You absolutely deserve to feel that special feeling on your wedding day! I agree with the other ladies, if you don't love it, you should find a way to afford a new dress. It's too much to risk that it might put a damper on your wedding day. I would even say don't wait for the alterations; have a friend hold it or clip it back the way they do in the salon. If you're still not happy when it looks form-fitting, I say it's time to start looking. Maybe there will be a sample sale in/near your city soon?

Oh, Kristi!!! I'm sorry you feel lack-luster in your dress I know time is ticking...and you are confused, but maybe if you try on other dresses, you'll get a better understanding of what you want! I think the dress you have already is very pretty, but maybe you're starting to feel you want something a little more.

Kristi! I am so sorry you are going through this I do agree with the other girls that you should wear a dress you love on your wedding day. I also know that your budget has been tight, but I would definitely rank this as something really, really important. Maybe you can sell it on ebay and get enough money to put towards a new dress. Please keep us updated, you know we are here for you!

Kristi~ I am such a DIS slacker! I am all caught up now though. Do you ahve a picture of youin the dress the first time? Then you could take a picture of you in it now and compare the two to see what looks different? I would say try to sell it and put the money towards a new one. See if you can find one that you love, and then look for similar ones that are cheaper? I honestly don't know, having never gotten married myself... but I can imagine it would be horrible to be so unhappy with what you are wearing ony your big day.

sending love your way hunny and a little bit of creepo to lift your spirits Everything will turn out right, just stay positive your heart will tell you what's right!

Aww, Kristi, I'm sorry you're feeling this way. I would definitely talk to the alterations people to see if you'd like it better once it actually fits you like it's supposed to. also, bring your jewelry and hair piece so you can get a better picture of how it's going to look when you're all dressed up. If you still don't like it, I wouldn't get it altered because it will be harder for you to sell a dress that is altered than one that hasn't been touched. If you're really that unhappy with it I think you should find another dress that will make you happy. I'm sure you could find a sample that you can take home right away and that's affordable.

Good luck! Keep us posted!

Thanks guys!!! You all are soooo sweet and helpful! I think what I'm going to do is make an appointment for next weekend and talk to the alterations people. If it's not what I am going to like, I'm going to see about getting a sample dress or something else. I'll let you guys know how it all works out!!

 

[KristiLyn]

This weekend has been the worst. I had the dress drama yesterday, and today I've spent all day in the hospital with my grandfather (who I am extremely close to and who raised me). His heart stopped beating multiple times today and he is in ICU right now. We could really use all the prayers we can get right now.

I'll update to take my mind off of things....

I've been working on Rachel, Brian's 10 year old niece's bag this week. Here's what I have gotten so far:

I got this smaller bag to go inside the larger zebra bag (to make it more Disney themed):

I bought these earrings for her:

And this is the bag it goes in:

Here's her iron-on:

And this was too cute to pass up, from etsy:

So far that's what I have for her. She's also getting a vinyl and a beach towel. I may add a few small, less expensive things, but her bag is just about complete!

I'm getting these cute m&m's for favors. I'll probably get something cute to put them in:

My cousin and I are getting together to make these cake pops soon to try them out. She said she has made these before and they came out so cute, so I'm going to try to see about including these with the favors:

I think that's about it for now!

 

[Bickimook2]

Wonderful! Your niece will love her goodies and I love those pops so cute

 

[stephielela]

I am sorry to hear about your grandfather! I will keep you all in my thoughts!

The goodies look awesome! Those M&M's are adorable!