Better bare-faced: Why I’m not wearing makeup at the wedding
As I grew up, I experimented with makeup. I’ll be the first to admit that I’m a sucker for those cute little tubes and bottles. I probably own more makeup than I will ever need. I loooooove makeup. But there were two major factors that led me to the decision that tinted lip balm and maybe a coat of mascara would be the only makeup-related prep points on my to-do list…
Add colored buttons to your white dress
I’ve been having regrets about getting a white (well, ivory) dress. Even if it’s beautiful and vintage-y and I love it. It was just feeling too traditional-ish. So I’ve changed out the gazillion white buttons in the back for custom hot-pink ones that I found on Etsy!
Tips for buying eBay wedding dresses or accessories made in China
Having now bought not one, but TWO of my important items from China (specifically for my wedding day, not to mention a raft of other things), I have learned much about dealing specifically with Chinese eBay listings. If you like to take a small risk on the off chance of BIG savings, I can heartily recommend trying Chinese eBay-ers.
Wedding styles for Natural Hair and locs
Every time I see a natural bride straighten out her gorgeous curls, or, worse yet, cover them with a weave or wig just for the sake of looking more “polished” or “feminine” for her wedding, a little piece of me dies inside. I’ve been natural for 16 years, loc’d for 12 of those years, but I’m still always on the lookout for new ways to style my hair, especially now that I’m getting married in May. But I understand how those who are new to the natural hair “movement” may be a little unsure of what to do with their hair on their wedding day. There are quite a few photos out there of curly natural hair styles, and I wanted to provide some inspiration for the loc’d ladies as well. So cancel that sew-in appointment, girl, and check out these ‘dos…