Poll: Which Shurg/Shawl for my December wedding?

P: 6/15/2009 12:49:45 AM

PilsnPinkysMom

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I found a great Seller on Etsy with a wealth of hand-made shawls, shrugs, and scarves. There are three that I adore, but don't know which would look best with my dress. Your help is appreciated

Posted: 6/15/2009 12:49:45 AM

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P: 6/15/2009 12:52:08 AM
PilsnPinkysMom Ideal Rock Total Posts: 969 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 10/12/2008	Shrug 1, Front:
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PilsnPinkysMom Ideal Rock Total Posts: 969 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 10/12/2008	Shrug 1, Back:
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PilsnPinkysMom Ideal Rock Total Posts: 969 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 10/12/2008	Shrug 2, Front:
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PilsnPinkysMom Ideal Rock Total Posts: 969 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 10/12/2008	Shrug 2, Back:
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P: 6/15/2009 12:56:10 AM
PilsnPinkysMom Ideal Rock Total Posts: 969 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 10/12/2008	Shawl, View 1
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P: 6/15/2009 1:02:47 AM
PilsnPinkysMom Ideal Rock Total Posts: 969 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 10/12/2008	Shawl, View 2
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newsboysgrl777 Cut Rock Total Posts: 371 Last Post: 10/20/2009 Member Since: 1/25/2008	Her dress (just for reference because I forgot what it looks like...LOL)
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P: 6/15/2009 1:12:20 AM
newsboysgrl777 Cut Rock Total Posts: 371 Last Post: 10/20/2009 Member Since: 1/25/2008	And...seeing your dress again, I have to say, hands down...#2. The others are too white and your dress is a definite cream color (at least in the photos). I also love the little lace at the sleeves and also how the stitching is tighter... What do YOU think? :)
Posted: 6/15/2009 1:12:20 AM

P: 6/15/2009 1:14:23 AM
PilsnPinkysMom Ideal Rock Total Posts: 969 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 10/12/2008	Newsboy: Thank you I probably should have posted that... oops! ETA: I'm a bit conflicted... I think she may be able to make the first shrug and shawl in ivory instead of white. I love the simplicity of the shawl, and I'd probably reuse it after the wedding BUT I love the rosette on the shrugs. I also like the tighter knitting on Shrug 2, but like the length of Shrug 1. So I'm only a weeee bit confused as to which I prefer
Posted: 6/15/2009 1:14:23 AM

P: 6/15/2009 2:19:56 AM
loriken214 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,925 Last Post: 11/18/2009 Member Since: 10/21/2007	#1!!! Lori My Pretty Kitty Coco
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P: 6/15/2009 2:21:26 AM
Winslet Cut Rock Total Posts: 291 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 12/28/2008	I absolutely adore #1! Especially if it can be done in ivory.
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P: 6/15/2009 3:36:01 AM
rosebud10 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 554 Last Post: 10/11/2009 Member Since: 8/5/2008	number 1 in matching color!
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P: 6/15/2009 8:01:56 AM
merrymunky Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,021 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 10/17/2008	Number 1 is beautiful! I woudl wear that for sure! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~*~ Chee-Chee and Rawse joined the married club on August 26th 2009! Loving life as a very happy newlywed!
Posted: 6/15/2009 8:01:56 AM

P: 6/15/2009 8:25:35 AM
ozsparkle Cut Rock Total Posts: 153 Last Post: 10/27/2009 Member Since: 12/10/2008	Without question, I prefer shrug 1. I like the stitching of the 1st one more as it has a more vintage and elegant feel and the 2nd one reminds me of a home knitted scarf and is a bit fuzzy. The swawl would probably suit your lovely dress as well. I love your style. OzSparkle
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P: 6/15/2009 10:14:41 AM
mayachel Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,275 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 3/2/2008	You are on a role! I voted for the 1st shrug. I think it is the best balance of simple and elegant.
Posted: 6/15/2009 10:14:41 AM

P: 6/15/2009 11:24:56 AM
NovemberBride Cut Rock Total Posts: 477 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 6/26/2006	While those shawls are very pretty, I don't think they compliment your gown well. Your gown is so light and ethereal (gorgeous by the way!), that I think all of those shawls are too heavy and take away from the light feeling of your dress. They also just don't seem to have the same level of formality. I would prefer to see your dress with a shawls or wrap in a much lighter fabric, maybe a cashmere or angora?
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P: 6/15/2009 11:47:57 AM
CDNinNYC Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,853 Last Post: 11/16/2009 Member Since: 10/21/2007	Date: 6/15/2009 11:24:56 AM Author: NovemberBride While those shawls are very pretty, I don't think they compliment your gown well. Your gown is so light and ethereal (gorgeous by the way!), that I think all of those shawls are too heavy and take away from the light feeling of your dress. They also just don't seem to have the same level of formality. I would prefer to see your dress with a shawls or wrap in a much lighter fabric, maybe a cashmere or angora? I agree with NovemberBride that these shawls seem a bit heavy for your dress. Cashmere or angora would work beautifully! Also, I noticed in a quick search online that Augusta Jones makes matching wraps for her dresses. Have you looked that route?
Posted: 6/15/2009 11:47:57 AM

P: 6/15/2009 12:17:16 PM
rhbgirl24 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,085 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 2/6/2009	Number one in the right color!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ *MARRIED* and a Mrs.!!!! "Too many people miss the silver lining because they are expecting gold." Gra Dilseacht Cairdeas~Love, Loyalty, Friendship
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P: 6/15/2009 12:56:45 PM
Sha Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,361 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 6/27/2007	I like Shrug 2. Sha "Be kind! Everyone you meet is fighting a difficult battle".
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P: 6/15/2009 12:58:40 PM
dragonfly411 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,581 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 6/25/2007	I prefer 1 because I feel like the rose on it won't be so empowering as the second one. You want the shawl to compliment but not be the center of attention, which I think number 2 would do. age - 23 engagement - waiting!! fav forums - LIW,Healthy Lifestyles, Hangout, Family, Around the World, SMTR What makes me tick : horses, creative photography, the ocean, good music, poetry, reading
Posted: 6/15/2009 12:58:40 PM

P: 6/15/2009 1:57:28 PM
SeattleSweetheart Cut Rock Total Posts: 220 Last Post: 10/15/2009 Member Since: 9/11/2007	I voted for #2 because the gauge of the knit is finer and less chunky. Also the color seems to match your dress better. And the floral lace around the edges looks like it would match the bodice of your gown. Beautiful dress by the way! *Yipee! I'm Mrs. Taylor as of 7/25/09!*
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P: 6/15/2009 2:54:26 PM
luvthemstrawberries Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,912 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 6/19/2008	I voted #1 - I think it's gorgeous!!
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P: 6/15/2009 6:04:19 PM
audball Ideal Rock Total Posts: 855 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 10/2/2008	Date: 6/15/2009 2:21:26 AM Author: Winslet I absolutely adore #1! Especially if it can be done in ivory. +1 MPH: In progress...
Posted: 6/15/2009 6:04:19 PM

P: 6/15/2009 6:42:06 PM
kittybean Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,069 Last Post: 11/16/2009 Member Since: 5/2/2008	Date: 6/15/2009 6:04:19 PM Author: audball Date: 6/15/2009 2:21:26 AM Author: Winslet I absolutely adore #1! Especially if it can be done in ivory. +1 Ditto--it looks the best with your dress in my imagination. I like the shawl, too, but I think the shrug would show more of the gorgeous bodice on your dress. Can I just say again that your new dress looks amazing on you ?
Posted: 6/15/2009 6:42:06 PM

P: 6/15/2009 10:01:33 PM
kama_s Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,679 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 7/12/2008	#1! That was my preference even before I saw your dress and loved it 10x more after I saw your dress!
Posted: 6/15/2009 10:01:33 PM

P: 6/15/2009 10:43:59 PM
katamari Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,080 Last Post: 11/16/2009 Member Since: 5/18/2008	Have you tried to convo with the seller? Etsy sellers are usually really good about custom projects and s/he would likely be willing to create something specifically for your dress. I really like the shawl, personally, but I guess it would depend on when and how you were wearing it. If it was something for the whole reception/ceremony, it would be too bulky. But, if it was something just to cover up with when you have to be outside, it would be fine. Well, honestly, I would do something like this for an Ohio winter wedding.
Posted: 6/15/2009 10:43:59 PM

P: 6/15/2009 10:47:53 PM
princessplease Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,494 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 2/20/2009	Definitely #1, especially if it can be done in ivory. ______________________________ On July 31 I will say those two little words that will take my breath away. One little kiss will have fulfilled all my wishes of going from Ms. G to his Mrs. V &hearts 253 days &hearts
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P: 6/16/2009 3:45:19 AM
PilsnPinkysMom Ideal Rock Total Posts: 969 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 10/12/2008	[QUOTE]Date: 6/15/2009 10:43:59 PM Author: katamari Have you tried to convo with the seller? Etsy sellers are usually really good about custom projects and s/he would likely be willing to create something specifically for your dress. I really like the shawl, personally, but I guess it would depend on when and how you were wearing it. If it was something for the whole reception/ceremony, it would be too bulky. But, if it was something just to cover up with when you have to be outside, it would be fine. Well, honestly, I would do something like this for an Ohio winter wedding. [/QUOTE ] Katamari: Ohhhhh Ohio. But really- major LOL to the Northface. You know as well as I do, Ohio winters can be nasty! Hopefully there won't be any lake effect snow in Cleveland. Bah! FWIW: The shrug/shawl will be for outdoor purposes only. Even if we don't do lots of photos outside (and I'm hoping for just a few by the downtown Christmas lights!) I will be outdoors on a few occasions. So my goal is a bit of warmth without sacrificing style. I guess that's my concern about the shawl- perhaps it won't be warm enough... be it yarn or charmeuse. An angora shawl would probably provide a bit of protection from the elements, but I'm not finding one for a reasonable price anywhere online... Thanks for the input and suggestions, ladies! I'll let ya know what I go with!
Posted: 6/16/2009 3:45:19 AM

P: 6/16/2009 12:27:00 PM
dboatsupreme Rough Rock Total Posts: 70 Last Post: 7/13/2009 Member Since: 3/9/2009	I voted for 2. The flower lace around the edges matches the roses on your gown, and I prefer the finer knitting. :)
Posted: 6/16/2009 12:27:00 PM

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