Weddings Unveiled Contest

Stop by Weddings Unveiled for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate for Avelle - The New Bag, Borrow or Steal. Just leave a comment leave a comment telling them all about your romantic, adventurous, simple, over-the-top or just plain special proposal. The winner of the Best Proposal Contest will be chosen Monday, December 29th.

Blue and Red Again

I love this beautiful wedding from Amelia Lyon Photography. I thought it was perfect inspiration for Kate.

{For Our Readers}: Beth and Michael

Beth and Michael are having a pink, black, and white formal affair. The bride is looking for stargazer lilies and classic accents.
{Coasters - Lovely Morning, Table Setting - Style Me Pretty, Cake - April Reed, Bouquet - The Knot via Katie Elfers, Shoes - The Bride's Cafe, Favors - Martha Stewart}

Please Leave a Comment!

When I first started blogging, I was a bit nervous to leave comments throughout the community. However, as I started to respond to posts, I learned that people are always welcoming and appreciate the feedback, support, or excitement that you share with them. So, I am going to follow in Ann's and Cathy and David's footsteps, and ask all you blog readers out there to leave a comment. I know from my blog stats that Lucky Me reaches all around the globe, but I am sure I am missing people. Have a great weekend! Will you be watching the Olympics?

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The Dress

One of my readers, Rebecca, recently contacted me asking for advice on finding the dress. I love to talk about my experience dress shopping. I actually went shopping twice! My first purchase was incredibly fun. I spent the day with my mom, matron of honor, and aunt. We had a blast. I picked a dress with a touch of color on it. However, after several months of Mr. LD watching Bridezilla episodes with me, I started to realize that the dress I chose was not what he was picturing me in for that day. I started to panic, and doubt my choice. Finally, after several weeks, I mentioned my thoughts to my mom. She humored me, and off we went to a small bridal boutique. I tried on 3 or 4 dresses that were nothing like anything I had tried on months before. The last one was perfect!

I ended up selling my first dress via Ebay, and broke even. My best piece of advice for brides-to-be when shopping for their dress is try on everything. Every style, every price point. Even if your dream dress is out of your budget, there are a few resources that might make it possible. Check out PreOwned Wedding Dresses, Ebay, Your Dream Dress, and Bride Power to name a few. Any other suggestions for Rebecca?

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{For Our Readers}: Karis

Karis emailed me earlier this week asking for some additional inspiration for her blue and red wedding. Kairs, you much stop by Southern Weddings today!


Stayed tuned - Hometown Honeymoons still to come!

{For EAD}: Eggplant and Lime

For Elizabeth Anne Designs' week of purple!

{Top: Wedding Party - VCS Photo, Cookie - Brides}

{Bottom: Flowers - Nancy Liu Chin, Boutonniere - Evoke Photography, Cake - Brides}

The Perfect Purse

Wouldn't this be the perfect clutch for our red and blue event? {Kate Spade}

{For Our Readers} : Continued

Heather just sent over some lovely pictures with one of my favorite color combinations - turquoise and red! Not only do I love these colors for summer, but I also used them for our holiday cards this past year. Here are a few pictures from a bridal shower and and a tabletop competition from Outstanding Occasions. Thanks Heather!


{I love this wedding in blue and red as well!}

{For Our Readers} : Diana

Diana recently posted that she is having trouble with flowers - what color to pair with a bright, vibrant, turquoise. I recently stumbled upon M Belle Inc. Wedding Photography. Here are just a few of their amazing photographs that incorporate that color {here and here}! (As always, feel free to email us for suggestions for your event!)

I just had to post this picture - I love the bride's hair!

Another option from Perez Photography!