Cupid Was Here...: 06.2010

One of the most difficult things I encounter working at a bridal shop is having a bride stay true to herself. And what I mean by that is; it's so easy to put on a sequins, satin, typical princess bridal dress and look like every other bride. It's important to remember who you are... you're not just a bride... you are far more than that! So with that in mind, I tend to day dream about my wedding (I'm not engaged, but a girl can dream!) and every detail is so perfectly laid out. Maybe that's because I'm obssessed with weddings. But I literally can invision what I want. Which is great because I can see a pretty dress and appreciate it as just that- a pretty dress. But MY dress... well my dress will be something that is reflective of who I am. And as I look at these dresses, days in and days out, I can honestly say all the tulle, the lace up backs, the sequins, the train... it's just not me. If you feel the same way I have an alternative for you. Department stores! Now before you quickly dismiss the idea take into consideration that at a department store prices will be relatively lower. You can return or exchange. And you can say 'Bye-bye' to all that tulle and 'Hello' to the little white dresses out on the racks!

To show you what I mean, here are some drop dead gorgeous dresses I've discovered at Nordstrom's.