Skip to main content
Rachel
Rachel

My name is Rachel and I'm getting married in June 2022 in my favorite place on earth - Santa Cruz, CA! Our wedding is happening at the Dream Inn with a... View More

My name is Rachel and I'm getting married in June 2022 in my favorite place on earth - Santa Cruz, CA! Our wedding is happening at the Dream Inn with a beach ceremony and the reception inside the hotel's ballroom. I never thought that I would get married and I still can't believe that it's happening sometimes. I am so excited and happy to be planning my dream wedding with my dream man!

Happily married 🎉

June 26, 2022

1399days 11hrs

Discussions

183
Rachel
Cupcake flavor ideas?
Rachel in Wedding Reception, on September 23, 2020 at 12:00 PM

Hi, Ladies! I think I have finally narrowed down some cake flavors thanks to all of your suggestions on my previous discussion post (thanks so much!) Since my fiancé and I are going with cupcakes...

Rebecca, Sep 23, 2020 8 165
Rachel
Wedding florist debacle
Rachel in Planning, on September 22, 2020 at 4:40 PM

Hi, ladies.... I am asking the dreaded question... how long do you give vendors to respond to emails, etc? I am asking because even though I mentioned that we had found a great florist, I have to...

Rachel, Sep 22, 2020 15 227
Rachel
Gift for future Mil?
Rachel in Etiquette and Advice, on September 21, 2020 at 12:29 PM

Hi, ladies - Is it a set in stone custom to give a gift to your future MIL before the wedding? I had no idea (I’m a rookie, lol) until my future MIL tagged me in something on Facebook about a gift...

Kimberly, Sep 22, 2020 12 230
Rachel
We’ve found our wedding cake vendor!
Rachel in Planning, on September 21, 2020 at 3:47 PM

We’ve been talking with a vendor for our wedding cake and desserts, her work is outstanding! We’ve decided to do a 3-tier wedding cake with accompanying desserts of cupcake and donuts (my favorite...

Lynnie, Sep 22, 2020 9 182
Rachel
Tattooed bride in the Hayley gown!
Rachel in Wedding Attire, on September 21, 2020 at 11:51 AM

Hi, ladies! As you may recall from my previous post, I talked about how I’m wary about choosing a long-sleeved gown because I have tattoos. Not because I think I won’t look good, but because I’ve been...

Jana, Sep 21, 2020 8 236
Rachel
More leaks of Hp’s “byrdie” gown!
Rachel in Wedding Attire, on September 19, 2020 at 12:52 PM

I can’t tell you ladies how gorgeous this gown is, it’s definitely growing on me with every photo that’s posted! I love the cross-cross design on the sides of the bodice and also love the mesh...

Michelle, Sep 19, 2020 7 201
Rachel
Which veil!?
Rachel in Wedding Attire, on July 23, 2020 at 9:48 PM

Hi ladies, Taking a vote, which of these two veils do you like better? I have chosen a gown that is very similar to the styles shown with these veils 😊

, Sep 19, 2020 17 219
Rachel
Tattooed Bride Blues...
Rachel in Wedding Attire, on September 17, 2020 at 4:29 PM

Hi, ladies... So I’ve finally started to compile a list of gowns that I want to try on, I am planning on starting shopping/trying things in the Spring 2021 so probably around April-June. One thing...

Reena, Sep 19, 2020 20 380
Rachel
Hayley Paige “byrdie” gown!
Rachel in Wedding Attire, on September 16, 2020 at 10:55 PM

I’ve been waiting for days to see some more photos/sneak peeks of HP’s upcoming Spring 2021 collection, specifically this Byrdie gown! I love the open criss-cross sides and big skirt! So beautiful! ...

Rachel, Sep 17, 2020 5 244
Rachel
Hair/makeup trials?
Rachel in Hair and Makeup, on September 13, 2020 at 4:02 PM

Hi, ladies! This is sort of a naive question, but when you scheduled your hair and makeup trials, did that also include a trial for others getting their hair/makeup done or was it just for yourself?...

Madelin, Sep 15, 2020 13 199
Rachel
How are you brides coping with this year (and beyond)?
Rachel in Community Conversations, on September 9, 2020 at 3:16 PM

I want to talk to those Covid brides out there... how did you cope with the craziness of this year? How did you keep a positive outlook despite the negativity going on? Those that had their wedding...

JM Sunshine, Sep 12, 2020 14 223
Rachel
New collections from wedding designers, how do they work?
Rachel in Wedding Attire, on September 11, 2020 at 11:56 AM

Hi, ladies... Just a random quick question. I’ve read in multiple articles that designers will come out with new collections every 8 months or so, (Spring, Fall collections, etc.)... Hayley Paige’s...

Kate, Sep 11, 2020 5 148
Rachel
We changed our wedding date...
Rachel in Planning, on September 10, 2020 at 6:07 PM

Hi, ladies... After a lot of consideration, my fiancé and I decided to move our wedding date up! The main 2 reasons behind this decision are:1. Since I’ve lived in California, the wildfire seasons can...

Gen, Sep 11, 2020 6 307 1
Rachel
Check out our Save the Dates!
Rachel in Style and Décor, on September 9, 2020 at 1:40 PM

Hi, Ladies! Thanks fo Etsy and everyone’s suggestions on where to get save the dates/invitations from, I found a wonderful shop called “beyonddesign”. The owner, Ginger, has been fabulous to work with...

Meghan, Sep 10, 2020 19 172
Rachel
Traditional or round arch?
Rachel in Wedding Ceremony, on September 7, 2020 at 12:17 PM

Hi, ladies! I have started researching arches, flowers, photographers, etc. for the big day... I am torn between going with a traditional arch or going with something a little different like a round...

Julie, Sep 9, 2020 24 239
Rachel
This hp gown is stunning!
Rachel in Wedding Attire, on September 8, 2020 at 9:36 PM

Please note that I am not getting married until September 2022, so when I post gowns I am mostly wanting to hear others’ thoughts and just for fun as well, I may or may not be trying on every single...

Caitlin, Sep 9, 2020 5 170
Rachel
Changing my wedding colors and “vibe”
Rachel in Wedding Attire, on September 8, 2020 at 7:33 PM

Hi, ladies - Those that have been following me on here for a little while know that I had been originally posting photos of all sorts of wedding gowns that caught my eye and were on the “high fashion”...

Margaret, Sep 9, 2020 14 196
Rachel
What about this birch arch?
Rachel in Wedding Ceremony, on September 8, 2020 at 11:36 AM

Hi, ladies... Yesterday I posted about two different arches (traditional or round) and which one is better. Someone replied and said that it would depend on how we would like the arch itself decorated...

MOB So Cal, Sep 8, 2020 6 91
Rachel
Wedding invitations!
Rachel in Planning, on September 2, 2020 at 7:35 PM

Hi, ladies! Can you please give me some tips on how you went about getting your wedding invites, save the dates, RSVP cards, menu selections, etc.? Did you go with something strictly online,...

Talia, Sep 4, 2020 12 187
Rachel
Which necklace?
Rachel in Wedding Attire, on September 1, 2020 at 11:24 PM

Okay, ladies... I am posting two different types of necklaces that I’m considering. I am partial to the choker-like one, however my Mom says she likes the longer one. This will go with a spaghetti...

marjifarah, Sep 2, 2020 22 248
WeddingWire celebrates love ...and so does everyone on our site! Explore how we embrace diversity

Groups

WeddingWire article topics