Location Confirmed

In case (for some reason you read my blog but don't speak to me and) you haven't heard, we have chosen the Depot Hotel as our location - beautiful setting, nice owners, great price.

Here are some more pictures of the location*



(Above) This is where the ceremony will be. I think, however, we will be eating inside the restaurant.


The dance floor/patio. Careful, or you'll waltz right into the pool - if you're hammered and have no distance perception.


*These are actually images from a Sonoma photographer, and they sent us these pictures from another wedding

Bridesmaids Dresses

  

Macys

I told my bridesmaids the color is eggplant, or a deep purple.

  

Nordstrom

My mom purchased fabric for my sister's dress in that color.

Ann Taylor

I looked around online to get an idea of the spectrum of purple dresses that are out there right now.

Bluefly

This is what I found that is in the web that is in the right color family.


  
Nordstrom

A Wedding Photographer

After all of Frank's hard work, we have chosen a photographer who meets our budget and does great work.

He's based in Albany and I have nothing but wonderful things to say so far. Friendly, patient, great photos, great products, clear communication, and has a lot of helpful suggestions for taking great pictures.

A Wedding Portfolio

I can't post the pictures here but I recommend clicking on "view your wedding" at the top, and seeing the pictures from various weddings. Choose a couple's name and look at the folders at the bottom right. I recommend looking at the Coffee or DVD album to see what are their top choices.

The portfolio tab at the top gives you a selection, but I don't think those pictures are nearly as good.

Dress Decided

I decided to go crazy and have a dress made. I am modeling the dress after this:

The dressmaker is going to put a V in the back, and the straps are not rouched.  Having the dress made instead of buying it, then having it altered is saving $$$ which is a good thing, no doubt.

My mom and I went to a silk shop in Oakland Chinatown, and we got a nice diamond white silk

and pearly buttons.



I'm excited. Excited!!!!