Discussions by Joanna

I'm contemplating these two options for my double chin. Has anyone ever done either? If so, I would be interested in any advice you could give.

My family has been going to Pat the Tailor in Belmar, NJ forever. So my sister went there when she needed alterations on her dress for my wedding. She needed the dress to be hemmed. The dress had a...

Besides undergarments and shoes, what should I bring to my first dress fitting? Do I bring my jewelry & other accessories?

When did you discuss the timeline of which photos are to be taken and when with your photographer? We are just under 3 months away. I emailed the photographer last month and haven't heard back. I'm...

My mom and sisters held the most amazing bridal shower for me yesterday. It was in a private room at a beautiful restaurant. There were about 20 women in attendance. It was just perfect! The room was...

So I start fittings in October for my December wedding. When is the last fitting normally done? Just wondering.

I'm looking for an experienced seamstress to alter my wedding dress. I live in Philadelphia but could travel to New Jersey for alterations. Any suggestions are appreciated.

I've been so emotional lately when it comes to the wedding. I have been waiting a long time to get married and it's just all hitting me that in a couple of months I'm going to be Mrs. R. So, "Ice, Ice...

I just can't decide if I want us to have our first dance as husband and wife prior to or after dinner. What are you doing?

Ever since the countdown got under 6 months it's really hit me that I'm getting married!! I feel organized and ahead of schedule on everything. Planning has been a blast. I'm so excited, I just had to...

We are going to be using a couple of signs at our wedding: one at the bar, one at the card table, one at the dessert table. They are all a little different: one is a chalkboard sign, one is printed on...

Anyone wearing gloves with their wedding dress?

EVERYONE has asked me, "are you changing your last name?". I don't know if I'm changing my name yet, I'm still thinking about it. I'm just wondering if anyone on these boards has already decided not...

I'm dress shopping this Saturday. I have never tried on wedding dresses before and I have no idea what would look good on my body. I want to try on as many dresses as I can while I have my whole...

My wedding is in December. I would like to find a nice faux fur shawl but all of the ones I see online look cheap. Any ideas where I can find a more elegant looking faux fur shawl? Or any alternative...