 Annmarie wearing a silk taffeta sleeved, rushed, satin, gown, complete with flower appliqué, a two tiered lace veil and a pretty sweet tiara her mother also wore for her first communion. Glamour Closet As you may know I work in Bridal now so I ask women all day about their wedding game plan. Epic ideas like: getting married in Iceland, Castles in France, receptions on yachts, crowd surfing in their dresses and Dalmatian ring bearers are nice inspiration. So thusly, I've completely planned out my legit/hypothetical love event celebration as detailed below. Enjoy. the fianceI'm currently single, however! If I had to choose, I'd opt for... A NATIVE AMERICAN  I think it would be cool to marry a Native American. They are gorgeous but especially because our kids would get sweet college scholarships.  Woman or man. Don't matter. Venue
I'm catholic so need to get married in a church. If I wasn't, I'd forsure get married under a waterfall or over looking an insane cliff/rock structure!!!  I would love to get hitched in a Spanish Mission. The older, the better!  But as you may know the "Missionaries" weren't always so nice to the natives. 75% of Californian natives were wiped out while Spain ruled the South West (from 1737-1848). America claimed the South Western Territories then continued to annihilate 80% of the remaining population until the last of the tribes were a mere 2% of their original size. I've attached some literature below if you'd like to know more. I will try and find a mission that has a less disturbing past, becauseI feel genocide, deceit and torture ... that would cast a bad shadow onto my beautiful wedding. Either I'll get married in a mission that was nicer to the American Indians or! I can get married in one that had a big, wildly exciting, uprising against the Spaniards.  Like Santa Ynez! Where 2, 000+ Native Californians from different regions staged an attack an overthrew the Spanish.  Moving on to outfits!I'd obviously dress up like a FLOWERING SPANISH ROSE, and my partner in their tribe's native regalia. Maybe traditional Yup'ik! The bridespeople on my side would have a subtle native american theme for their dresses/suits. They can chose their getups as long as they have temporary chin tattoos of the plains people, ornately beaded anything, sweet northern styled accessories, a feather bowtie or a finely feathered dress/element.
I would have my little brother and or my best friend from 5th grade be my maid or man of honor. They would have slightly more epic ensembles then the other brides peoples My three best guy friends, from college and my three closest girl cousins would make up my entourage and any young kids in my family or friend group are welcome to parade up with rings and flowers.  The ring bearers and flower folk won't be specifically all boys or all girls. They also can wear non-gender-specific outfits. Like the cutie above!  The men on my parter's side would look something like Tarzan in a suit. More European/Spanish styled with a hint of vintage appeal.
The women on the other side would be more, modern, minimal, and a bit androgynous looking while clearly being Spanish reminiscent without stealing the thunder that is my smouldering feminine Spanish ensemble. My bridal gown Clearly I need to travel to mothership, Nicaragua for my Mantilla (Traditional Spanish lace Viel).  I'll Heavily intricate around the floor and face, but more simplistic in the midst because you have to see the details of my amazing dress.  and I'll go to the motherland, El Salvador for my artisan made leather shoes. (Can not be made of mass produced leather/sourced from mistreated cows like U.S. manufactured brands)  I want a sheath dress made from full crocheted black lace. It needs to help translate that I am..
These beautiful , light weight, hippy dippy, shealth gowns are also callin' my name! Mother of the BrideMama saw my post and demanded that she get to wear white lace and a Tiara. She'll wear the traditional irish/celtic/maybe Indian costume, like the one seen below. She's also going to wear a Claddagh ring. The irish one with two hands holding a heart.
See our social media wall conversation!  I would have some faux flower expert craft up some homemade dandelions and cluster them into a bouquet for me. Dandelions, formally known as "wishers", the Dr. Suessical puffy plant in which people blow the fluff off to grant wishes. I also like that these are technically weeds.  I wouldn't throw it, I'd have it in some sort of cage/treasure chest with a padlock. Everyone gets a key, but only one key opens it. This levels the playing field so the flowers go to one winner at random. Not just the most eager/long armed/highest hops having wedding guest. MusicClearly I would have the Soweto Gospel Quior perform when I walk down the isle. I've already used their song "Baba Yetu" for my Thunder of Ancients runway show, and it was AWESOME!!! They have english songs, but mostly sing in 6 of the 11 South African languages and their harmonies are ganna enhance my natural beauty and leave NO DRY EYES IN THE HOUSE! Also members of my church in Vallejo and SF would be more than welcome to sing with them.  St. Stephen's choir eating Christmas dinner.  For the reception I'd have friends play live music and DJ so they can get more exposure. I also wouldn't be opposed to karaoke late in the night. foodWhat's a Knish?  I used to work for this Mediterranean (Jewish) food stand. They took me to Coachella music festival a bunch of times for free. So I'd hire them to set up shop for everyone for free for a few hours. Then they would join the party and drink and dance all they please. They are super nice and the food is Organic, Kosher or Vegan and tastes amazing!  They have chicken shwarma, falafel wraps, fried chicken, garlic fries, three types of hot dogs, and spinach/potatoe knish. Sooo good! DrinksI haven't decided on drinks yet. CakeNothing to crazy, forsure homemade. Cheesecake would be epic.
Lots of leafy decor? Less frosting? Yes! Cake tasting does sound like one of the best experiences of planning a wedding. I would absolutely adore a skeleton couple cake topper.  Day of the dead is a style I've always loved.  Especially If we do a "Beauty and the Beast" glass topper thing.
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THAI
Originally,
formal dress in Thailand wasn't traditionally meant to be worn once,
so the wedding dresses
(usually made from Thai silk)
are versatile and often created from wrapping, pinning and tying pieces together rather than sewing.
Most Thai people prefer not to waste
such a beautiful garment
by only wearing it once and will re-wear parts for special occasions.
Originally,
formal dress in Thailand wasn't traditionally meant to be worn once,
so the wedding dresses
(usually made from Thai silk)
are versatile and often created from wrapping, pinning and tying pieces together rather than sewing.
Most Thai people prefer not to waste
such a beautiful garment
by only wearing it once and will re-wear parts for special occasions.
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INDIAN
I mean, my plan used to be
to go to India and seduce someone just so I could have
my own indian wedding.
Nothing compares to the ornate metallic applique, the colors, the henna, the veils and the jewelry adorned by Indian brides.
I mean, my plan used to be
to go to India and seduce someone just so I could have
my own indian wedding.
Nothing compares to the ornate metallic applique, the colors, the henna, the veils and the jewelry adorned by Indian brides.
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Earrings
I'll get my ears pierced for my wedding and let the holes close up afterwards. I've never worn earrings but I can see myself leaning towards
feathers or crystals
feathers or crystals
The ring
So clearly I wouldn't buy a diamond.
For obvious (Blood Diamonds, exploitation and gang warfare)
and less obvious reasons (Diamonds aren't that rare).
Read more about it in my article below!
For obvious (Blood Diamonds, exploitation and gang warfare)
and less obvious reasons (Diamonds aren't that rare).
Read more about it in my article below!
I'll leave you with a gallery of
other beautiful stones
and styles of rings that I currently approve of.
other beautiful stones
and styles of rings that I currently approve of.
I wouldn't say no to a diamond ring from vintage times,
passed down from a family member or super valuable and antique.
passed down from a family member or super valuable and antique.
I'm so down with snake rings.
This one above reminds me of
the sacred golden buddha amulet necklaces I saw in Thailand.
This one above reminds me of
the sacred golden buddha amulet necklaces I saw in Thailand.
Tangled snakes also reminds me of Never Ending story,
one of the best movies of all time.
This sacred seal protected Atreyu from harm. He ended up loosing it in the river of sadness, later to find that his dragon rescued it.
one of the best movies of all time.
This sacred seal protected Atreyu from harm. He ended up loosing it in the river of sadness, later to find that his dragon rescued it.
I also like snakes because
they remind me of Adam and Eve,
not the most romantic tale, but whatevs.
Hope you enjoyed my wedding!
they remind me of Adam and Eve,
not the most romantic tale, but whatevs.
Hope you enjoyed my wedding!
Never ending blog post!
Honeymoon
Honeymoon-anywhere I haven't been.
I'd be fine just visiting the Philippines for a month.
I'd be fine just visiting the Philippines for a month.
I mean,
its incredible looking!
its incredible looking!
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Israel Shoot
To end my travels after a year and a half abroad
I visited the Holy Land, Mothership Israel.
One of my oldest childhood friends lives and goes to school in Tel Aviv so we of course opted to collaborate on this photo shoot showcasing
my first evening wear collection.
He's a highly skilled photographer with a huge heart and a sharp eye.
I'm so blessed that he found time
(as a Senior working two jobs and taking 18 units at University)
to coordinate models, find locations, direct them
with wisdom I've yet to see another photographer match.
Thanks Christo!
To end my travels after a year and a half abroad
I visited the Holy Land, Mothership Israel.
One of my oldest childhood friends lives and goes to school in Tel Aviv so we of course opted to collaborate on this photo shoot showcasing
my first evening wear collection.
He's a highly skilled photographer with a huge heart and a sharp eye.
I'm so blessed that he found time
(as a Senior working two jobs and taking 18 units at University)
to coordinate models, find locations, direct them
with wisdom I've yet to see another photographer match.
Thanks Christo!
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On the left
you see Christo and myself
perched on a stoop in Old Town Yaffa,
with my delicious leftover burger and a stunning view of the skyline.
We took a celebratory selfie after finishing our third and final photo shoot.
To the right
you'll find a photo of us from the 90's.
There I am (rocking a similar haircut) in the tie dye.
Christo is in the bottom right corner in the blue tank top.
Our parents were all part of a couples bible study group so while they discussed deeper things,
we all collected bugs, raced bikes and performed skits.
you see Christo and myself
perched on a stoop in Old Town Yaffa,
with my delicious leftover burger and a stunning view of the skyline.
We took a celebratory selfie after finishing our third and final photo shoot.
To the right
you'll find a photo of us from the 90's.
There I am (rocking a similar haircut) in the tie dye.
Christo is in the bottom right corner in the blue tank top.
Our parents were all part of a couples bible study group so while they discussed deeper things,
we all collected bugs, raced bikes and performed skits.
Christo, some child I don't remember, and my brother!
the plan
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I decided to push myself and create
my first evening wear line.
Why not?I had bought some stunning
Thai silks
from the local Phetchabun fabric store.
I also picked up some cotton african-esc prints at the
Sunday market.
I knew my models and location before even cutting the fabric.
my first evening wear line.
Why not?I had bought some stunning
Thai silks
from the local Phetchabun fabric store.
I also picked up some cotton african-esc prints at the
Sunday market.
I knew my models and location before even cutting the fabric.
Syrian born Rahaf and Palestinian models Maram and Fadi were incredible.
Arab decadence and craftsmanship.
So
I came to Israel from Vietnam
and stayed with Christo's family in
Nazareth.
They showed me important historical/biblical sites,
fed me insanely amazing homemade food every day.
Like literally, Christo's parents and both sets of grandparents
grow and pickle their own olives.
Later they fried like 40 fish by hand for an engagement party.
It was insane!
Then they sent me on my way to Tel Aviv. I met Christo at his university and we had three photoshoots in the next 30 hours, went shopping, I tried hookah for the first time and we ate endless delicious foods.
Here are the results of our hard work.
I came to Israel from Vietnam
and stayed with Christo's family in
Nazareth.
They showed me important historical/biblical sites,
fed me insanely amazing homemade food every day.
Like literally, Christo's parents and both sets of grandparents
grow and pickle their own olives.
Later they fried like 40 fish by hand for an engagement party.
It was insane!
Then they sent me on my way to Tel Aviv. I met Christo at his university and we had three photoshoots in the next 30 hours, went shopping, I tried hookah for the first time and we ate endless delicious foods.
Here are the results of our hard work.
Sewed these garments in my spare time while teaching english abroad.
Literally
hauled my 15 lb sewing machine
in my suitcase from Thailand to Cambodia to Vietnam
where I completed the looks,
made my halloween costume
and taught my 11 year old host sister
how to make purses from curtain sample squares.
I gave the machine I bought in Bangkok to Christo's
fashion-loving sister, Serene,
to thank the Karams for hosting and touring me around Israel. I will be back!
Literally
hauled my 15 lb sewing machine
in my suitcase from Thailand to Cambodia to Vietnam
where I completed the looks,
made my halloween costume
and taught my 11 year old host sister
how to make purses from curtain sample squares.
I gave the machine I bought in Bangkok to Christo's
fashion-loving sister, Serene,
to thank the Karams for hosting and touring me around Israel. I will be back!
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