Oh Noes, I Think My Wedding Will Be Normal!
You may think I’m crazy since our wedding was actually pretty darn offbeat and unique. But it didn’t really feel that offbeat, and I was wondering if I should be concerned. I saw all these seriously amazing weddings on Offbeat Bride and the Tribe and I wanted to be among that crowd. Then I realized that the fact that it felt normal was awesome. It actually meant we were doing it right.
“We want X, Y, and Z at our wedding. Is that bad?”
Laura Guerrie is a kick-ass wedding planner, former Offbeat Bride, and friend of the Empire. Now she’s here to drop a little wedding planner knowledge on all you out there who find themselves wondering if the things you want to do/have/spend money on are “bad.” Hint: it’s not bad, but don’t discount that feeling! Here’s why
6 ways to survive wedding planning with your self-esteem intact
Leading up to our wedding day, I felt terrible about myself. I’d gone and convinced myself that, during everything from my walk up the aisle to our first dance, I was going to resemble a huge, ungainly, lolloping mess, at which everyone would laugh. I felt like Mr Blobby in drag.
So, if you’re anything like me, here’s a little survival guide for keeping your self-worth intact while planning your wedding.
Bride spins out of control selecting Save the Date photos
So, I’m getting married. Like, picked a date. Like, getting magazines delivered monthly to my door, reserving room blocks, and picking out “my colors.” And, although the semi-addicted online shopper in me enjoys parts of this exploration, it does become a glitter and bubbles-filled tornado after awhile. And I was spinning out of control.