Andrea's Wedding: The Fashion

Sticking with the spirit of wedding-related posts this week, I've had so many requests as to what I'll be wearing at my sister's intimate beach wedding this summer, and even triple the requests about Andrea's dress. I don't want to leave you all in the dark, but I also want her gown to be a surprise, so I'm giving you a sneak peak at three of the dresses she tried on, one of which she chose. And let me tell you, for you laid-back, non-Bridezillas out there, this is the way to go. She ordered a bunch of gowns online in her size, had them all delivered to my mom's house, we opened a bottle of champagne, and she went to town trying them all on. They were all so beautiful, and many are reasonably priced (and they give teachers a discount!!!). I highly recommend this if you're not looking for the headache that is bridal boutiques and crying families who get all choked up when their baby girl finds "the one."

Dune Gown

Taryn Gown

Whitney Gown

So yes. It's one of the above gowns. But you won't know which one until August, after pictures are uploaded!

I will be donning the Lois shift dress from Calypso that you may remember I blogged about back in April. Perfectly beachy, yes? I just wish my hair was as sun-kissed as the model's.

The two lil' flower girls will be wearing this blush-colored Katy dress, also from J.Crew. Casual. Comfortable. Cotton. Perfect for a hot July day.

I'm not positive if this is still happening, but I know Andrea wanted Paul in a light-colored vest, similar to the look above. Fingers crossed that pans out because this guy looks f. i. n. e.

I can't remember if I've shown you, but this is where the ceremony will take place.

Kind of perfect, yes?

And I just had to share a shot of the puppers from the night Andrea tried on her dresses. They go with me everywhere, no matter how sleepy they are.