Before going to San Jose, I made an appointment by calling Nordstrom and speaking with the associate available in the Bridal Suite. I was told that I would get a call back from the associate I was scheduled to work with that day. Now, I'm a novice...I've never done this before and I don't plan on using my new found expertise again (unless of course I turn into a highly sought after wedding planner, then I'll go with the flow)...but I thought it was odd that I needed a phone call after I'd already made and confirmed my appointment, but whatever. Not too long after Eileen calls. Eileen had quite a few invasive questions for me. My bra size? How dare you! My dress size? Well I never...
Ok, so what did I think was going to happen at this appointment? I don't know. I just wasn't prepared for these questions, and to be honest the call came while I was at work...how do I spin those responses into anything other than what they are? Aisle 18B? (I wish!) Anyway, Eileen also asked me questions about my wedding...colors, location, etc etc.
When we arrived at the sweet suite I timidly entered while everyone around me was extremely excited. I mean, look at this place!
How fun does that look?!
Eileen jumped right up, "Are you Amelia?" Why yes, yes I am...and there we all went, into the dressing room...to the stars I assume. There was an area for the moms and an area for the girls trying on dresses, completely private and amazing. Eileen had pulled dresses in every shade of gray I could imagine. Not only for me, but for my girls.
Reception Dress Pull
Wait a second...why are my pulls the exact same as the bridesmaids pulls? Crap. That won't make me stand out! Time to become a white reception dress bride!
While the amazing Eileen pulled some white dresses (along with my mom and FMIL), my sister and I danced with excitement...
Eileen jumped right up, "Are you Amelia?" Why yes, yes I am...and there we all went, into the dressing room...to the stars I assume. There was an area for the moms and an area for the girls trying on dresses, completely private and amazing. Eileen had pulled dresses in every shade of gray I could imagine. Not only for me, but for my girls.
Bridesmaids Dress Pull
Reception Dress Pull
Wait a second...why are my pulls the exact same as the bridesmaids pulls? Crap. That won't make me stand out! Time to become a white reception dress bride!
While the amazing Eileen pulled some white dresses (along with my mom and FMIL), my sister and I danced with excitement...
In our next adventure, we try on some reception dresses!
Did you work with anyone during your wedding planning process that took your day to a whole new special level?
Did you work with anyone during your wedding planning process that took your day to a whole new special level?
I tried on dresses by myself and planned a California wedding from Nebraska. I totally envy this whole process that you are getting to experience with your friends and family! Have fun!
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