Friday, August 15, 2008

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

Thursday, August 14, 2008

Bridesmaids Dresses

  












Macys

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

  

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!!!!