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Another dress shopping excursion - pics too!
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hey violet, I am glad you are ok with my comments, I am always nervous telling the truth with it''s negative, but I would totally want to same i return. On your wedding day, you want the dress that is most flattering to your figure, not have people tell you it''s looks great when it doesn''t.
The photos are really the telling point I think, they don''t lie (often). They represent what are you really looking like, so it''s best to go with a dress that looks good to you when you try it on and that still looks good in the pictures!!!
Another note, as much as we need our Mum''s decisions in these things, it''s best not to get swayed by what people close to you think. They would already have a pre-conceieved idea of what they imagined you wearing, so it may not be that she doesn''t like the dress, it may be more a case of it''s not what she already had in her head for you. When it comes down to it, YOU need to be happy and make sure you wear what makes you feel like a princess, it''s your day to shine
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Of the dresses in this thread, I like 2 and 3 (Maggie) on you...but I hear what you are saying about #2; it's heavy-appearing and train-y, and it looks like just about every other wedding dress out there. I'd go for something a bit different, like the trumpet shape of 3. The reason I mention #2 is just because it looks so darn good on you.
From the other thread, my favorite (and I think still my favorite overall) is the silver Maggie (thought 6-8 are also very flattering). It's just soooo different from everything out there! I would consider altering the neckline into a slight sweetheart, which seems to be a bit more flattering on you.
From the other thread, my favorite (and I think still my favorite overall) is the silver Maggie (thought 6-8 are also very flattering). It's just soooo different from everything out there! I would consider altering the neckline into a slight sweetheart, which seems to be a bit more flattering on you.
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I''m going to vote for the Maggie!
When I saw on the first page that people wanted that with a sweetheart neckline I started hunting pics of the Sottero and Midgely to show you... but you beat me to it, and I still prefer the Maggie!
P.S. - are you dress shopping in Delaware?? the backgrounds of your pictures look like shops I''ve gone to and I''ve tried on a lot of the same dresses!
When I saw on the first page that people wanted that with a sweetheart neckline I started hunting pics of the Sottero and Midgely to show you... but you beat me to it, and I still prefer the Maggie!
P.S. - are you dress shopping in Delaware?? the backgrounds of your pictures look like shops I''ve gone to and I''ve tried on a lot of the same dresses!
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Hi ladies! just got to come back to reply -
Thank you everyone who took the time to respond to this thread and offer advice for me - i really appreciate it.
Thanks AlliCat! i loved #3 as well! and i understand about #2 - i knew people would like it based on the pictures - heck, i would have if someone else posted it.
HudsonHawk - - the vernice and the sottero and midgley REALLY ARE similar aren''t they? i thought all three of these dresses - the limited maggie, the vernice, and the sottero and midgley - were extremely similar in terms of shape, material, and style.
Deelight - I will definitely call around and see if i can find it cheaper - it''s a limited edition, so you can only find the dress in certain stores that carry maggies - but i can for sure call around and see.
thank you iloveprincesscuts! i appreciate the opinion and i agree with #3 - #5 i am really unsure about...if i could only try it on in a closer size to mine. p.s. i think we have very similar rings, judging from your avatar (your WB and my ering are very similar)
BeachRunner - i was as amazed as you about the differneces of pricing - who knew about all these great deals via RK Bridals and PP???? i certainly didn''t. thanks for the vote on the maggie!
thanks Mayachel!!! my sister loved #4 as well
but i couldn''t tell because it just didn''t fit well enough to see it....thanks for the tip on the discount! i didn''t know!
thankyou KatyWI! i really appreciate the feedback! if i was getting married when you are, i would totally wear a lovely lace dress
Oct2009 -- thank you for this - i was really concerned about the chafing!
Thanks AlliCat! i loved #3 as well! and i understand about #2 - i knew people would like it based on the pictures - heck, i would have if someone else posted it.
HudsonHawk - - the vernice and the sottero and midgley REALLY ARE similar aren''t they? i thought all three of these dresses - the limited maggie, the vernice, and the sottero and midgley - were extremely similar in terms of shape, material, and style.
Deelight - I will definitely call around and see if i can find it cheaper - it''s a limited edition, so you can only find the dress in certain stores that carry maggies - but i can for sure call around and see.
thank you iloveprincesscuts! i appreciate the opinion and i agree with #3 - #5 i am really unsure about...if i could only try it on in a closer size to mine. p.s. i think we have very similar rings, judging from your avatar (your WB and my ering are very similar)
BeachRunner - i was as amazed as you about the differneces of pricing - who knew about all these great deals via RK Bridals and PP???? i certainly didn''t. thanks for the vote on the maggie!
thanks Mayachel!!! my sister loved #4 as well
but i couldn''t tell because it just didn''t fit well enough to see it....thanks for the tip on the discount! i didn''t know!thankyou KatyWI! i really appreciate the feedback! if i was getting married when you are, i would totally wear a lovely lace dress
Oct2009 -- thank you for this - i was really concerned about the chafing!
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Thanks Clairitek! the maggie was at least a size too small for me, but i did love the fit of it...the sottero and midgley - honestly, i am not sure i was in the dress properly. i think i have to try it on again....ooooh, and i love all the information on othe discounted dresses - thankyou!Date: 2/11/2009 11:03:30 AM
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I love both the Maggie and the Sottero & Midgely dresses. The slanted rouching just does wonders for accentuating a waist! Gives such a lovely silhouette.
I prefer sweetheart necklines so I am drawn to the Sottero and Midgely. Both of the dresses look great on you so its a tough choice! I think the fit in the back on the Maggie is a little better but I am not sure if its enough to trump the sweetheart neckline.
You can't go wrong with either choice if you love what you're choosing.
Winslet - thanks for coming back!!! I know you wanted to know about the maggie - would you like me to call the store for you and find the number??? there might be some stores near you that carry it and i have to say - you should try it on - it was awesome!!!
thanks Ebree - when i go back and try it on again, i'll take some more pictures - i am not sure i was in the dress correctly!
DefinitelyMaybe thank you! the alfred angelo came in less shiny materials - ie...ivory (not pearl) - as well....
Thank you so much elrohwen, xoxo, and lala 2332!! all three of you completely agreed (along with many others) - i really appreciate the opinions!!!
Meresal - thanks so much!!!
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EM1 hmmmm....i don't think i have a whole shot of the front of me! i do, however, have one of just the bodice from the front if that helps....
p.s. i am glad you are with the maggie team - i was much more of a fan of the maggie than i was of this particular casablanca
Tuckins and Joflier - thank you for your opinions - i really appreciate it
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Honey 22 - you hit the nail on the head with every comment you make here - thank you so much.Date: 2/11/2009 5:08:29 PM
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hey violet, I am glad you are ok with my comments, I am always nervous telling the truth with it''s negative, but I would totally want to same i return. On your wedding day, you want the dress that is most flattering to your figure, not have people tell you it''s looks great when it doesn''t.
The photos are really the telling point I think, they don''t lie (often). They represent what are you really looking like, so it''s best to go with a dress that looks good to you when you try it on and that still looks good in the pictures!!!
Another note, as much as we need our Mum''s decisions in these things, it''s best not to get swayed by what people close to you think. They would already have a pre-conceieved idea of what they imagined you wearing, so it may not be that she doesn''t like the dress, it may be more a case of it''s not what she already had in her head for you. When it comes down to it, YOU need to be happy and make sure you wear what makes you feel like a princess, it''s your day to shine
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Oh I understand!... I was just really surprised and excited to see somebody else from around this area here on PS! I live down at the beach, but you don''t have to say anything else at all. Good luck with your dress hunt... I''ll have to keep an eye out to see which one you pick!!Date: 2/12/2009 12:16:31 AM
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Thanks Pan manda!!! you and i must be on the same page....i wonder why. I really don''t like to divulge personal information about myself on here (it makes me slightly uncomfortable) -- but if you can tell by the pictures, i am sure you and i must live somewhere near each other then, hmmmm????
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Thanks Adis and Ams! the maggie was very popular - i loved it too!
Winks Elf - #6 old thread was just lovely - i agree....i''ll have to go back and try it and #7 from the old thread back on....
Hi Pan Manda! Did you find a dress at "our" stores while you were looking? i would be interested to see what you picked...i''ve tried on some more and i am going to start a new thread soon with ALL my favorites i have tried on so far.
Winks Elf - #6 old thread was just lovely - i agree....i''ll have to go back and try it and #7 from the old thread back on....
Hi Pan Manda! Did you find a dress at "our" stores while you were looking? i would be interested to see what you picked...i''ve tried on some more and i am going to start a new thread soon with ALL my favorites i have tried on so far.
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Seeing the Maggie Sottero dress reminded me of mine. It looks very similar, but with more of a sweetheart neckline and a bit more beading at the top. It''s the Irina:
http://www.maggiesottero.com/dress.aspx?keywordText=irina&keywordType=any&page=0&pageSize=12&style=S5112
Since you said you might be going on a couple of more shopping trips, I suggest trying this one on!
http://www.maggiesottero.com/dress.aspx?keywordText=irina&keywordType=any&page=0&pageSize=12&style=S5112
Since you said you might be going on a couple of more shopping trips, I suggest trying this one on!
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I love the Irina! i''ve shown it to my sister and a friend of mine....but i haven''t been able to find it anywhere to try it on....i''ll keep looking - thanks! Do you have any pictures of you in it???? i would love to seeDate: 2/13/2009 3:44:26 PM
Author: Structenggirl
Seeing the Maggie Sottero dress reminded me of mine. It looks very similar, but with more of a sweetheart neckline and a bit more beading at the top. It''s the Irina:
http://www.maggiesottero.com/dress.aspx?keywordText=irina&keywordType=any&page=0&pageSize=12&style=S5112
Since you said you might be going on a couple of more shopping trips, I suggest trying this one on!
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No probs, make sure you let us know what you decide on!!Date: 2/12/2009 12:24:03 AM
Author: violet3
Honey 22 - you hit the nail on the head with every comment you make here - thank you so much.Date: 2/11/2009 5:08:29 PM
Author: honey22
hey violet, I am glad you are ok with my comments, I am always nervous telling the truth with it''s negative, but I would totally want to same i return. On your wedding day, you want the dress that is most flattering to your figure, not have people tell you it''s looks great when it doesn''t.
The photos are really the telling point I think, they don''t lie (often). They represent what are you really looking like, so it''s best to go with a dress that looks good to you when you try it on and that still looks good in the pictures!!!
Another note, as much as we need our Mum''s decisions in these things, it''s best not to get swayed by what people close to you think. They would already have a pre-conceieved idea of what they imagined you wearing, so it may not be that she doesn''t like the dress, it may be more a case of it''s not what she already had in her head for you. When it comes down to it, YOU need to be happy and make sure you wear what makes you feel like a princess, it''s your day to shine
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Hi Violet! I didn't end up getting a dress at either of those stores... I had to fall in love with one 2 1/2 hours north of me! It was totally not what I was looking for but I tried it on for the first time for my cousin over Christmas out of state and loved it. I got home kept looking around to make sure that was it... hence me knowing the other stores... but I went and tried it on again last weekend and knew I had found my dress. I started a dress thread if you want to check it out... my dress thread
I did, however, almost go with the Maggie "Camden" in all ivory, not the ivory and red they have in the stores... that was the only other one that came close in my eyes!
E.T.A. - I just saw in your first thread that we also both tried on the Sottero and Midgely with the ruched bodice and ribbon/brooch.... looking through magazines in the fall I *knew* that was going to be my dress... then I put it on, what a let down!!
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