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The bridal world is buzzing with a new fashion trend: Ugg introduces its “I Do Wedding Collection.” Now is this a bridal fashion do or don’t? Well, ladies…it’s more of a “please don’t.” There are so many other comfortable, fashionable options out there….I mean, HELLO, what about sparkly bridal flats? Uggs is about 10 years late and their 15 minutes are up. In 2005, this would have been a great idea when Uggs were the most sought after boot. Now many people believe that Ugg is short for “Ug”-ly and this bridal trend will prove to be no different. 

Now, I know that 5-6 hours of standing and dancing and mingling in those stilettos, your feet are probably screaming at you. But never, never, never, sacrifice fashion for comfort. Up top there are some examples of cute bridal flats that will provide you with the same (well, close to) comfort as these Ugg boots.

Now, let’s all forget this “trend” ever happened, ok wedding obsessors?

Later.

Are you daring, dramatic, curvy and an all around SHOW STOPPER? Well,I found your wedding reception dress. Thank me later, wedding obsessors. :)

Are you daring, dramatic, curvy and an all around SHOW STOPPER? Well,I found your wedding reception dress. Thank me later, wedding obsessors. :)

My latest obsession: Wedding Hair Candy = Headbands and other goodies for the hair on your special day.

I just had to share, wedding obsessors. #HappySaturday

I just had to share, wedding obsessors.

#HappySaturday

If you could choose to have any cultural wedding, besides your own…which culture would you choose?

For me, I would choose Indian weddings!

Rich in glamour, tradition, family unity, glitz, dramatic fashion statements, and beauty…Indian weddings are my obvious choice.

What about you, wedding obsessors?

Your wedding day. A picture of perfection, right? I mean, you’ve dreamt of this day since you were a little girl. Or maybe you haven’t been dreaming of it that long. Maybe it started when he proposed. Either way, you’ve got this day down! From the venue, to the color coordination, to the flowers down to the dress. Speaking of the dress…are you like freaking out about how much you’ll weigh on your special day? How much back fat is coming out of your custom gown? If a little extra jiggle is happening on your arms. If you are, you’re like the other million brides in the world.

Which brings me to the topic of this blog today: The Bridal Feeding Tube Diet. Yeah, you heard me. There is a new trend happening in the bridal world and brides are losing 15-20 pounds through a feeding tube! Now, you know me by now, and I’m going to be completely honest….this is crazy and borderline obsessive.

Let’s face it: We are obsessed with perfection. There is no exception for our wedding day. If one extra piece of meat on our body jiggles, we feel less than worthy. Why is that? What is perfect? Does it exist? It doesn’t, ladies! Trust me. Even that supermodel who you think is perfect, is unhappy with atleast one aspect of her “perfect” body. We are human. So why not just embrace who we are? We have cellulite, we have annoying jiggly parts, our boobs aren’t symmetrical, our butt leans to the right…whatever! One thing you have to remember is that the guy you are marrying loves you! He loved you before you put on those 15 extra pounds and he’ll love you after.

I’ma realist though. I know that you’ll want to look as close to perfection as possible on your special day. So you want to lose a little weight? Start early and lose weight sensibly. Change your eating habits and exercise more. Promise me you won’t jump onto this risky fad? Promise me you’ll love yourself just the way you are?

Ok.

Later, Wedding Obsessors.

To read more about the bridal feeding tube diet, go here: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/22/fashion/weddings/readers-respond-to-brides-losing-weight-for-weddings.html

My latest obsession: Tablescapes

Happy Tuesday, wedding obsessors. Well, we’ve got another question from Brooke today. I’m tellin’ you this girl is wedding obsessed, for real. :) Brooke asks “Sexy Wedding Dress: Do or Don’t?” I say ABSOLUTELY! Go all out…I mean it is YOUR special day. But I have ONE rule. Of course, I do…I always have rules. :)

My one and only rule to sexy wedding dresses is:

Pick one! Now, I know you’re over there saying “what in the world is she talking about? Pick one?” Let me break it down for you. There is a fine line between sexy and trashy. But who wants to be trashy on their wedding day? No one. Who wants to be classically sexy on their wedding day? ::everyone raise your hand::

Pick One Guidelines:

  • If you want to wear a dress that accentuates your breasts, then you mustn’t have your back out.
  • If you want to wear a dress with a draping back, then you must have your breasts covered.
  • Lastly, you’ve got great legs, eh? Show ‘em! But. Make sure your back is covered. And if you would like to accentuate your breasts, then make sure it is tastefully done.
  • If you follow my rules, you’ll be sexy and classy on your wedding day.

You’ll please both your future husband and all of the elders present on your special day. Look above for some sexy wedding gown inspirations. Thank me later.

Later, Wedding Obsessors.

Ahhh. Bachelor and bachelorette parties. They’re going to happen and some are more…interesting than others. :) So, Brooke asks, “What do you think about joint bachelor and bachelorette parties?” What do I think, eh? Well, here goes: Bachelor and bachelorette parties give the bride and groom one last crazy night out with their friends. Everyone’s definition of “crazy” is going to be different. It may include increased social drinking and guest appearances from talented dancers. :) Whatever your bachelor or bachelorette party might look like, take my advice and have them separate. Why you ask? Here’s why: You’ll be with your husband/wife for the next eternity and a day. There will be plenty of opportunities to party/socialize together. Actually, I encourage that. But, that’s another blog entry and another day. Think about it. Are you really prepared to witness what your significant other’s friends have planned for them. Um. I’m guessing no. Trust. Trust that your future husband/wife will never do anything to betray or disrespect you during this last “single” adventure. But, as all you wedding obessors know, I endorse doing whatever you want. So if you just absolutely have to have a dual bachelor/bachelorette party. Here are some suggestions: Group Bar Crawl: So you want to combine drinking and friends? Invite both wedding parties and choose 3-5 bars to visit and have a blast! I guarantee you, both groups of friends will have a great time. Not into drinking? How about a late afternoon lunch or dinner with both wedding parties? This will give everyone a chance to converse and become acquainted. Cooking Class! You can combine food, drinking, friends and fun by attending a cooking class with your wedding parties and this will allow everyone to loosen up and poke fun at themselves! The Chopping Block, located in Chicago, has great classes. Visit their website here: http://www.thechoppingblock.net/classes.html Demonstration Classes: $40 Hands-On Classes: $75 Wine Classes: $60 But if ya ask me, which you did…I would stay old fashioned with this, kids. Have separate parties and enjoy the last bit of your single life. A little separation does a marriage/relationship good. Whichever you choose, always remember “what happens at a bachelor/bachelorette party, stays there.” Later, Wedding Obsessors.

Ahhh. Bachelor and bachelorette parties. They’re going to happen and some are more…interesting than others. :) So, Brooke asks, “What do you think about joint bachelor and bachelorette parties?”

What do I think, eh? Well, here goes:

Bachelor and bachelorette parties give the bride and groom one last crazy night out with their friends. Everyone’s definition of “crazy” is going to be different. It may include increased social drinking and guest appearances from talented dancers. :) Whatever your bachelor or bachelorette party might look like, take my advice and have them separate. Why you ask? Here’s why:

  • You’ll be with your husband/wife for the next eternity and a day. There will be plenty of opportunities to party/socialize together. Actually, I encourage that. But, that’s another blog entry and another day.
  • Think about it. Are you really prepared to witness what your significant other’s friends have planned for them. Um. I’m guessing no.
  • Trust. Trust that your future husband/wife will never do anything to betray or disrespect you during this last “single” adventure.

But, as all you wedding obessors know, I endorse doing whatever you want. So if you just absolutely have to have a dual bachelor/bachelorette party. Here are some suggestions:

  • Group Bar Crawl: So you want to combine drinking and friends? Invite both wedding parties and choose 3-5 bars to visit and have a blast! I guarantee you, both groups of friends will have a great time.
  • Not into drinking? How about a late afternoon lunch or dinner with both wedding parties? This will give everyone a chance to converse and become acquainted.
  • Cooking Class! You can combine food, drinking, friends and fun by attending a cooking class with your wedding parties and this will allow everyone to loosen up and poke fun at themselves! The Chopping Block, located in Chicago, has great classes. Visit their website here:

But if ya ask me, which you did…I would stay old fashioned with this, kids. Have separate parties and enjoy the last bit of your single life. A little separation does a marriage/relationship good. Whichever you choose, always remember “what happens at a bachelor/bachelorette party, stays there.”

Later, Wedding Obsessors.