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Getting Ready, Part II

Gowns and hair and puppies, oh my!

I haven’t really talked about my hair yet.  I decided, since I was not a bride, to go with an updo, something sophisticated, but more Oscars than tiara-and-veil.  I’m also completely obnoxious about my hair not being on my face or my neck, so I spent a few months growing it out so that I made sure it would all get up and stay up!

My inspiration:

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The end result:

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{Jessica Claire}

I loved it.  Amber at Vis-a-Vis did a great job – I highly recommend her if you are in the Atlanta area.

While I dressed, I was accompanied by two of my besties, Marcella and Laura, the ever-awesome Jenna, my amazing sister, and yes, the most adorable pup in the world, Charlie.

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{Jessica Claire}

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{Jessica Claire}

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{Jessica Claire}

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{Jessica Claire}

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{Jessica Claire}

The boys were down the hall getting pretty too!

Our officiant and dear friend John:

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{Jessica Claire}

The bestest best man ever, J:

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{Mark Brooke}

And my hubs doing his best to tie his tie (he did succeed):

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{Mark Brooke}

Last up, one of myself that I love:

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{Jessica Claire}

Next we are on to lots of fun DIY projects and details – promise!

Oh, and the gown!  I forgot to give you details.  It is Lucia by Claire Pettibone.  Comfiest thing to wear ever and so easy to move in!  If anyone is interested, I will definitely be selling it – you can email me at {info at elizabeth anne designs} and we can chat.

Previously: Choosing My Venue, Out of Town Baskets, Do Not Disturb Signs, The Welcome Party (Part 1, Part 2), Welcome Party Wrap-Up, Lighting the Lawn and Porch, Bathroom Baskets, DIY Coat Check Tags, Ceremony Music, Our Same Day Edit Video, Getting Pretty, Portraits, The Ceremony, Ceremony Readings, Cocktail Hour Decor, DIY Wine Glass Charms, Time Capsule Guest Book, Cocktail Hour Entertainment: Blackjack