Getting ready details

When we finally got to see the full set of professional photos from our wedding the response so far from our family and friends was overwhelming. People loved them. They made people cry, if you can believe it. And what’s more, they made people cry and I LOVE IT, I do. Cry some more, people. There, there. I know. They’re amazing. Just let it out.

So before I continue with the next part of the chronological recap (you can read part I here), I want to rewind a bit and share some more favorites from the “getting ready” part of the day.

First up, my pretty pretty dress. Just hanging there, prettily. Waiting to steal the show. For those who are curious, it’s by Modern Trousseau. Got it at a sample sale for more than 60% off!

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Getting ready with my mom and mother-in-law. Will always remember these moments.

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This was my grandmother Pearl’s handkerchief, it was my something blue. I also used it to wipe away tears and during the second line dance (stay tuned for more on that).

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My sassy gray shoes on the windowsill. The hotel behind them through the window reminds me of water. Such a great image.

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Close up on a bridesmaids bouquet. The thing in the middle is actually a variety of cabbage.

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My bridesmaids bustling me up and admiring the bracelet Andreas gave me.

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My bouquet! Swoonswoonswoon.

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Finally, a moment of reflection…

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Before going to meet my groom…

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The moment he saw me.

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And I saw him.

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And then we were off to take pictures around Boston!

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More soon.

All photos courtesy of Allegro Photography.

we heart your comments!

love!! what great photos!
and the dress! love it!! looks beautiful on too, so pretty!

Mo writes... {January 6, 2010 at 7:41 pm}

Your bouquet is stunning! Can’t wait for more recaps. :)
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the dress is incredible…. you look stunning. I love Modern Trousseau. Where did you get it??

Wow, I love your bouquet!! I’ve never seen anything like it, and I work for a very edgy floral & design company! Awesome!
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Thanks everyone for your kind words. I got my dress at Allegria Bridal in Belmont. Mass. It was a sample and I got a great deal!

My bouquet ended up being one of my favorite things about the wedding. It came from the floral shop at Whole Foods in Brighton, Mass.
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