Diamond Jewelry Forums

Picture Gallery

Video Gallery

|

Search |

Posted Today |

Most Active |

Help

ť Home ť

ť Proposals, Weddings and More ť

ť Bride World Wide & Grooms Grooves ť

ť First Shopping Trip

First Shopping Trip

P: 8/5/2007 11:57:13 PM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	Hey all! I've been a lurker here for awhile, and also been really dormant for a long time (just went through a biiig move..) Anyways, I just got engaged 6 months ago, and just recently started planning and searching for my wedding style. So this past weekend I went for my first wedding gown shopping trip! And, since I can't share the pictures with FI just in case, I figured I'd post for you ladies and see what you think! Hopefully this works.... ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/5/2007 11:57:13 PM

There are 30 replies to this message. There are 30 replies on this page.

P: 8/5/2007 11:58:07 PM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	. ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/5/2007 11:58:07 PM

P: 8/5/2007 11:58:37 PM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	. ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/5/2007 11:58:37 PM

P: 8/5/2007 11:59:21 PM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	This is the detail on the belt around the waistline... ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/5/2007 11:59:21 PM

P: 8/6/2007 12:00:07 AM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	. ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/6/2007 12:00:07 AM

P: 8/6/2007 12:00:31 AM
Harleigh Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,994 Last Post: 11/18/2009 Member Since: 6/30/2007	Welcome to PS!!! Your dress is lovely...congratulations! Harleigh ********** I never worry about diets. The only carrots that interest me are the number you get in a diamond... Mae West
Posted: 8/6/2007 12:00:31 AM

P: 8/6/2007 12:00:47 AM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	. ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/6/2007 12:00:47 AM

P: 8/6/2007 12:01:34 AM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	. ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/6/2007 12:01:34 AM

P: 8/6/2007 12:03:38 AM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	I wasn't looking for black, but I loved the way this top fit me... ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/6/2007 12:03:38 AM

P: 8/6/2007 12:12:42 AM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	Thanks Harleigh!! I haven't yet decided on the dress... but as you can tell I'm leaning toward the first one It was only my first trip, and (hopefully) this will be my only wedding, so I'm going to go a few more places and look for different things! Plus it's always fun to put on beautiful gowns!! ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/6/2007 12:12:42 AM

P: 8/6/2007 12:12:46 AM
surfgirl Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,438 Last Post: 5/19/2009 Member Since: 4/5/2007	Date: 8/6/2007 12:00:47 AM Author: laru0283 . Well the second one is my dream dress (so jealous!) so I love that one and it looks great on you. Is it Jim Hjelm or Monique Lhullier? I think it would look lovely with a long plain one tiered veil! The other one is very pretty from the front but a lot going on in back. Which do you prefer? BTW, what shop is that? It look lovely!
Posted: 8/6/2007 12:12:46 AM

P: 8/6/2007 12:16:37 AM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	I know, it was sooo gorgeous!! I'm pretty sure it was Watters and Watters.... The first one looks busy in the back because the dress was huge and the sales girl had to pin a lot of fabric up in the back. Plus with the added bow and the veil, it did end up looking like too much. I think I'd have to go with a much simpler veil... The shop is in Urbana, Illinois - Michelle's Bridal ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/6/2007 12:16:37 AM

P: 8/6/2007 1:46:26 AM
thing2of2 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 7,655 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 1/1/2007	Ooooh, I can't decide which one I like better, #1 or #2! They both look great on you! I love the lace one because it's got such a vintagey vibe...but the first one is so cool-I really like the cut of it and I like the back, too. Hmm...if forced to pick, I would probably choose #2. But #1 is great on you, too!
Posted: 8/6/2007 1:46:26 AM

P: 8/6/2007 1:57:21 AM
Harleigh Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,994 Last Post: 11/18/2009 Member Since: 6/30/2007	Date: 8/6/2007 12:12:42 AM Author: laru0283 Thanks Harleigh!! I haven't yet decided on the dress... but as you can tell I'm leaning toward the first one It was only my first trip, and (hopefully) this will be my only wedding, so I'm going to go a few more places and look for different things! Plus it's always fun to put on beautiful gowns!! Aww, crap! I just saw the other pictures, so I guess I spoke too soon! Sorry for posting in between your pictures! I must say that I do like the flow of #2 a lot...it is very flattering to your figure...so, um, I guess now I'm undecided! I am absolutely no help at all! Harleigh ********** I never worry about diets. The only carrots that interest me are the number you get in a diamond... Mae West
Posted: 8/6/2007 1:57:21 AM

P: 8/6/2007 7:53:25 AM
ZoeBartlett Ideal Rock Total Posts: 5,875 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 12/29/2006	Both dresses are really pretty but I think I like #2 a little more.
Posted: 8/6/2007 7:53:25 AM

P: 8/6/2007 8:26:06 AM
April Diamonds Cut Rock Total Posts: 425 Last Post: 3/2/2009 Member Since: 4/18/2005	Wow, they both look GREAT on you!!! I think I like the first one better, but they are both two really different looks. (similar cut which is super flattering to your figure, I wish I could wear dresses like that!) The first one I feel like is lighter and more "modern". Lace I always feels like is a softer more "classical" (beacuse I dont' want to say old) look. It just depends on what you're going for at your wedding. Congratulations on your engagement though and have fun dress shopping! :D
Posted: 8/6/2007 8:26:06 AM

P: 8/6/2007 10:20:18 AM
risingsun Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,407 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 12/19/2006	I love #2. So flattering to your figure and truly lovely! ~Marian ______________________________________ "It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that bling..."
Posted: 8/6/2007 10:20:18 AM

P: 8/6/2007 11:39:44 AM
blueyes157 Cut Rock Total Posts: 293 Last Post: 11/12/2009 Member Since: 8/2/2007	I absolutely love number 1 on you! The color is very flattering for you skin tone and hugs your curve nicely! It has a very retro feel too! The second dress is nice as well, but I think the fullnes of the skirt and the material of the first one look very expensive and scream BRIDE! Either one you are going to make a gorgeous bride. Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea.
Posted: 8/6/2007 11:39:44 AM

P: 8/6/2007 11:40:34 AM
blueyes157 Cut Rock Total Posts: 293 Last Post: 11/12/2009 Member Since: 8/2/2007	May I ask who the designer is on the first dress or where you tried it on. I love it! Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea.
Posted: 8/6/2007 11:40:34 AM

P: 8/6/2007 2:30:11 PM
Steel Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,981 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 7/8/2006	Hello laru0283, You are a very pretty young lady, you will look beautiful in whichever outfit you choose. Out of the 2 options I think #1 looks more structured and bridal, even without the lace. However, in your last pic, (the one with the black top) my eye was drawn to the gown at the back; strapless simple bodice with ruffled skirt. Try that one on, I think it would be beautiful.... Enjoy this time.
Posted: 8/6/2007 2:30:11 PM

P: 8/6/2007 3:46:48 PM
EBree Ideal Rock Total Posts: 6,653 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 8/31/2005	The first one looks fabulous on you! (Well, they all do, but that one looks the MOST fabulous!)
Posted: 8/6/2007 3:46:48 PM

P: 8/6/2007 3:46:57 PM
blushingbride Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,440 Last Post: 10/16/2009 Member Since: 11/10/2006	OMG - absolutely, 100% dress number 1. It's stunning on you and you seem like you are glowing in those pictures. The ivory color is classic and very flattering on you. LOVE IT!!!!
Posted: 8/6/2007 3:46:57 PM

P: 8/6/2007 4:45:47 PM
ChargerGrrl Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,477 Last Post: 11/18/2009 Member Since: 8/17/2005	another vote for #1!
Posted: 8/6/2007 4:45:47 PM

P: 8/6/2007 5:18:46 PM
jcrow Ideal Rock Total Posts: 6,476 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 8/8/2005	#1 - hands down. the second one's top part is too thick. misproportioned.
Posted: 8/6/2007 5:18:46 PM

P: 8/6/2007 5:30:00 PM
ZoeBartlett Ideal Rock Total Posts: 5,875 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 12/29/2006	Okay, I keep coming back to this thread and revisiting the dresses. I think I might change my mind. While I love the top half of the first dress, I love the bottom half of the second one. I know that's no help though.
Posted: 8/6/2007 5:30:00 PM

P: 8/6/2007 6:21:02 PM
Sha Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,361 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 6/27/2007	I think number 1 is most flattering on you, hands down! The colours works beautifully with your skin tone and hair. I love the fit and the deep V neckline on you as well. The white dress is nice but the colour doesn't flatter you as well, and the black top on the third one is a bit severe, IMO. Sha "Be kind! Everyone you meet is fighting a difficult battle".
Posted: 8/6/2007 6:21:02 PM

P: 8/6/2007 6:28:18 PM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	Thank you all so much!!! You're so sweet! The first dress is my favorite so far. I did try others on, but nothing that I liked as much as these two. I believe they're both from Watters & Watters, and I had seen them both on the website. Here's the website pics of them both... ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/6/2007 6:28:18 PM

P: 8/6/2007 6:31:46 PM
laru0283 Rough Rock Total Posts: 41 Last Post: 8/6/2007 Member Since: 2/5/2007	ooops! didn't work... how 'bout the links... dress #1 http://http://www.watters.com/product.php?coll=brides&showid=667 dress #2 http://http://www.watters.com/product.php?coll=brides&showid=668 ~~ Success is the art of being who you already are ~~
Posted: 8/6/2007 6:31:46 PM

P: 8/6/2007 6:53:52 PM
surfgirl Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,438 Last Post: 5/19/2009 Member Since: 4/5/2007	it wont let us go to that link...!
Posted: 8/6/2007 6:53:52 PM

P: 8/6/2007 7:14:20 PM
ZoeBartlett Ideal Rock Total Posts: 5,875 Last Post: 11/20/2009 Member Since: 12/29/2006	Hi Laru, Random thought but do you know who Samantha Brown is, from the Travel Channel? You sort of look like her, at least to me. http://travel.discovery.com/tv/samantha-brown/samantha-brown.html
Posted: 8/6/2007 7:14:20 PM

P: 8/6/2007 8:22:39 PM
gwendolyn Ideal Rock Total Posts: 6,544 Last Post: 11/12/2009 Member Since: 8/4/2007	Oh, I have a Watters & Watters bridesmaids dress and it's gorgeous! Very high quality; I'm sure their bridal gowns are even more lovely! I have to echo the sentiments of the first dress. You look beautiful and have this classy '40's sort of aura eminating from you (not sure if you'll dig that or not but that's how it looks to me). It's very beautiful, and sometimes ladies do happen to fall in love with the first dress they try on. Nothing wrong with that!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ UK Wedding: April ?th, 2010 US Reception: May 30th, 2010! Out of Context Theatre presents...ladypirate: "Gwen, you would make a terrible medieval catholic priest!" 'One day you will do things for me that you hate. That is what it means to be family.' -Jonathan Safran Foer, 'Everything Is Illuminated'
Posted: 8/6/2007 8:22:39 PM

Previous Page

Next Page

Ť Well, here we go (vent, long) Ť

ť Show me your BEAUTIFUL outdoor/backyard wedding pictures! ť

Next Topics
Choose wedding dress? My 99 Cent ebay wedding dress with ME in it! Flower color question Champange Colored Dress - Yes or No? Well, here we go (vent, long) Well, here we go! (Long vent) Marriage Questions Honeymoon Registry Help needed please... righttime Who To Walk down the Aisle With? HAWAII Save the Dates Help! I'm so upset! I stone fell out of my ring with only 49 days to go! Has your FI modeled HIS wedding ring? Paging Jaders! Caribbean Princess... long engagement exhaustion Lavender toss, anyone? Guest list woes? Favour advice... i need help Too dressy for a garden wedding? Hurray! I am Super-Bride Pics of me as the flower girl! Paging So_Happy Das update Save the Dates Help Finding This Centerpiece (or something similar!) For those who used BM bouquets as decoration... Soooo... My Dress! Engagement Party Show me the wackiest, funkiest, weirdest bouquets!

Jump to:

Contact Us \| Back Home \| Privacy Statement \| Forum Agreement \| Forum Policies
Ideal BB Version: 0.1.5.4.beta1	Message forum software powered by the Ideal BB

Pricescope - Knowledge - Diamond Prices - Tools - Resources - About

Š 2000-2009 Pricescope. Terms of Use Privacy Policy Disclaimer
forum archives