Mermaid or Princess?

OK so everyone likes to tell me two things all the time:

1) "Your wedding is so far away why are you planning?"

Usually followed by:

2) "Have you looked at dresses yet?"

Well if anyone knows my I've been planning my wedding since I was five, so this is just the beginning of me planning it out loud, instead of just in my dreams!

The answer to the second question is a bit more complicated. I could easily get married over and over and over again so I would get the chance to wear every kind of dress I like (I only plan on getting married once!) And yes, I have looked. I have been browsing websites and bridal magazines since the dawn of time; but no, I have not felt the need to go try anything on, nor look at it in person.

My parents are spending a lot of my wedding, and I feel obligated to look my best for it. While my thyroid has really made it hard, I have been putting a real effort in to my weight loss since January. It's a roller coaster, as soon as I lose 10lbs I put half of it right back on.

So how does this effect my wedding dress? I REFUSE to go look at them until I lose at least 15lbs! Seriously I am so disgusted with how far I have let myself go sometimes! Then there are other days where I have never felt more confident and beautiful. I want things to level out, and I want to be proud of how I look in my dress, not wishing I had just buckled down and lost a few more pounds!

I should be getting in the mail my weight watchers kit any day now. So wish me luck, and remind me to get something healthy if we go out to eat!

In the meant time.... here are a few of the lovely dresses that I like!

The Mermaid Dress

The Mermaid dress is one of my favorite styles. I am short, and have a huge butt, so I think that a more tailored, sophisticated dress would look best on me. I guess i will have to wait until I try some on to know for sure!

This b-e-a-utiful gown is by Palomo Blanca. I love the simple lace detailing, as well as the empire waist!

This one struck a chord with me because while it is full on the bottom, and wonderfully gathered along the bodice, the fabric is not weighed down by beading etc. It's a Moonlight creation.

The gorgeous layer effects on this Mia Solano dress create such a dramatic image. However, I'm not sure something like this is meant for someone with my body type!

This dress, while way out of my price range (Monique Lhuillier) is so sophisticated. I love love love the bow detail as well. I think that a ribbon sash tied in a bow can be such a great way to add a little color to the traditional dress!

On to the Short Ones

While I think that there is nothing wrong with short anything (I'm 5'1") I do not want a short dress at my formal wedding. Sometimes I toy with the idea of wearing one for my reception, but regardless there are some amazing short dresses out there right now.

This Sarah Arnette dress has a gorgeous sheer at the top. I think that this dress is so old Hollywood, and Jackie Kennedy esque! I have no idea what they were thinking with this models hair however!

This Alice Padrul Blanca dress walks the fine line between short and long, and I love the "peeping out" effect of the shoe. It's just adorable!

The Classics

Sometimes I find myself more attracted to simple, straight dresses that have less detailing, and lots of glamour.

Like this dress by La Fluer by Anne Barge. I love this neckline and the simple details on this dress. The A-line helps as well.

Or this J. Crew (yes you read correctly) dress. The simple bodice is covered with flowers created from a similar material. It's just so sweet. It would be perfect for a back yard or beach wedding!

Regardless I think that dress shopping will be a great reward for the weight loss I intend to have happen!

Have a wonderful weekend!