Small Details

I figured since I have an itch & I feel the need to write, I would just make a list of things I must absolutely have at my wedding. I don't really care if anyone thinks these are irrelevant/unnecessary/etc but this is mostly for my benefit anyway. (: This list will also include things/services I've decided on but haven't booked yet. This post will be edited and updated as things become available.

Theme:
The color is called Begonia from David's Bridal. The general "theme" were going for is diamonds & bling, but not gaudy. It's going to be mostly hot pink & white with hints of silver & sparkle. Think "Shine Bright Like a Diamond" by Rihanna. ;)

Favors:
I originally wanted to do a candy buffet, but now we're just going to fill organza bags with candy & probably get some match books for everyone. This is still up in the air.

Photographer:
Marcia Dixon Photography. She's quoted me a price & a general idea of what's included but hasn't given me any actual details. She has written me in her planner so it's as good as booked. She's a family friend & I've seen her work dozens of times. She's an awesome person & she will be more of a guest taking awesome photos than an annoying photographer following me around all day.

Photobooth:
This is still a huge maybe. If there's enough room in the budget, we're all for it. I know how expensive this stuff can get, however. Paige's boyfriend's dad has connections & can get us one for I think $500, but our DJ also offers one for I think $600 & me might be able to do it cheaper since we're booking him.

Hair:
I'm still slightly undecided, only because it all depends on my accessories. I know I either want my hair half up/down & curly with a pretty, sparkly pin/clip/barrette/whatever, or all up with some sort of tasteful tiara & curly, etc. I've got dozens of photos pinned on Pinterest for inspiration. Natalie has asked her friend Nicole which did my hair for Pam's wedding to do it again for my wedding. It's still up in the air as far as whether she'll be able to do it or not.

Makeup:
I've spent way too much money on makeup to not do it myself. Plus, I've seen too many brides get their makeup done by someone else & they just don't look....right. I'd rather just do it myself because I'm perfectly able to & I know what I want.

Guys Attire:
To be perfectly honest, Gary & I both couldn't care less about what the guys wear as long as it's a black tux, white shirt & Begonia vest & tie. We're more than likely going to choose the least expensive option possible.

My Shoes:
I feel like it's 100% absolutely necessary to have hot pink shoes. I actually purchased a pair today, NOT for the wedding (but if they're comfortable then I absolutely will wear them) but strictly because I had the opportunity to get a $50 pair of shoes for $20 with free shipping. If it's possible, I would like to get swarovski crystals & glue them on the heels. I want as much sparkle as possible.

"Choose a Seat, Not a Side":
Ever since the first time I saw it on Pinterest, I wanted to have a board saying something along the lines of that. It only makes sense. I always forget what side you're "supposed" to sit on at weddings, & I hate it when you're friends with both the bride & the groom & you're forced to choose a side. I want everyone to feel comfortable with each other so I don't want people to have to sit on one side or the other. They can sit wherever they want.

No Seating Chart:
I don't plan on having plated meals, so this works out perfectly. I hate the idea of a seating chart & I think it's unnecessary. By the time dinner is over no one sits where they originally were anyway so what's the point? I'm planning on making a sign letting people know there's no seating plan with a cute little rhyme.