Focus on the Important Stuff

So is it strange for a bride-to-be to have pretty regular nightmares about her big day?  I've definitely had a handful of them since our August engagement, and it's the worst.  Basically, every single one is about the same thing--being unprepared.  In last night's version, my dad refused to get dressed in his suit in time for the wedding and I had to dance with him while he was in a t-shirt and jeans.  Past wedding-related nightmares have included missing flowers, forgotten gown, bad hair, etc.  

I'm going to have to give myself some serious Zen time before bed each night so that I can focus on what this wedding is really about.  You know, love, commitment.. the big stuff.

But seriously, Dad, put the suit on.

Outfit from the Weekend:

Jacket, T-Shirt, Cropped Pants: Gap

Flats: Urban Outfitters

Pearls: Hong Kong

Bag: H&M

Iced Over

Erik and I are a little strange when it comes to bad weather --we love it.  That might just go to show you how boring we are, but we really enjoy the unexpected.  For years, we've trekked around our town in blizzards, happily shoveling and playing with Browny in the piles of snow.  This past summer, we lived through our first hurricane, and ended up engaged by the end of the storm.  This winter, we've been disappointed to say the least.  Not. one. big. snow. yet.  Bummer.

So this morning we got our first few inches of the year, which was quickly covered by freezing rain.  Not exactly the blizzard we wanted, but we still managed to enjoy it.  

First on the agenda, sleeping in with this handsome fella.  That's right, ladies, check out those fabulous white eyelashes:

Next, I talked Erik in getting a pedicure with me.  (I just love embarrassing him over the internet.)  And afterwards, lunch in town.  

We've officially moved on to the movie marathon/chili-making part of our day.  (So far, a little bit of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, some Bronx Tale, and now Scarface.)  And I'm looking forward to trying a new dessert later tonight (found here).

To the rest of the east coast, hope you're able to get some enjoyment out of the weather!

Coat: Hand-me-down from Aunt, Steve by Searle

Boots: Steve Madden

Red Bag: H&M

Leggings: Gap

Bright Red on a Gray Day

I'm so happy I picked out my brightest red pieces to wear today, because it was miserable outside.  I just think that mixing red and hot pink is so cheery.  

I'm going to have to figure out how to mix these two colors a little more often so that I can be fully prepared for Valentine's Day next month.  Otherwise, I'm going to have to pull a real crazy-teacher-lady move and wear some ugly dancing hearts sweater/matching earrings/matching pin/matching socks combo.  And I'm just too young to have to resort to that.

Skirt: Loft

Watch: Michael Kors

T-shirt & Blazer: Gap

Earrings, Belt & Bag: H&M

Wedding Planning: 32 Weeks to Go

I'm working on some wedding plans tonight, so I just thought I'd write myself a little checklist of all of the progress we've made.  (Sometimes I need some encouragement that progress is actually being made.)

SO... time for a little wedding update, folks!
*Ceremony music: check
*Wedding officiant: check
*Reception music: check  (This special detail excites me more than alllllll the rest!)
*Florist: check
*Gown: check
*Photographer: check
*Cake(s): check
*Rings: check

Coming up soon:
*Erik's suit
*Choosing invitations
*Booking a honeymoon
*Figuring out a DIY photobooth (hellllllp)
*Choosing bridesmaids dresses (ahhhhhh, I can't decide!)
*Going to my accessories appointment here (having some very special things made for the gown!)

Any lovely newlyweds out there with some advice?  I've been following The Knot's "to-do" list as a timeframe, but I'd love to hear about how you stayed on track!

Belt: Gap

Sweater: Loft

Boots: Macys

Skirt & Bag: H&M

Watch: Michael Kors

A Whirlwind of a Day

It's been a whirlwind of a day to say the least!  I'll never forget today's events, which includes sitting through a major hurricane as we speak.  Naturally, I had to fit a little blog post into my day before we end up losing power like so many others already have...

Another major event will have to be saved for another post :)  Until then, be safe, east coast!

Jacket: Gap

Boots: Steve Madden

Dress & Purse: H&M

Watch/Bracelets: Michael Kors, Vintage, Loft

Promenade

Yesterday I was doing some family stuff in the Brooklyn Heights neighborhood, and realized that it had been a very long time since I visited the beautiful view of Manhattan on the Promenade.  Erik, my sis and I took a walk along the park and took in some great sites.   Here are a few of my favorite pics, along with a few outfit photos:

Top: Forever 21

Skirt & Bag: H&M

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

Sunglasses: RayBan

Stephy's Top: Eddie Bauer

Stephy's Shorts: American Eagle

Stephy's Bag: Coach

 

(She's saving an earthworm... what a hero.)

I Love Mickey Too

Today a woman saw my shirt and said, "I love Mickey too!" She told me that her family goes to Disney World every other year and her oldest daughter has been there 9 times.  I've only been there once, so naturally I started to feel a little guilty about wearing this shirt.  Obviously I don't love Mickey nearly as much as she does.  

Bag: H&M

Skirt: Talbots

T-shirt: Old Navy

Watch: Michael Kors

Glasses: Warby Parker

Belt (from Erik's closet) & Flats: Gap