Monday, January 10, 2011

Black Velvet

Meet my current favorite dress, this lovely black long-sleeved number! It is as warm as can be & can be paired with just about anything.  I wore it with red tights and gold oxfords on Christmas, but didn't get any pictures because I was busy working in the morning & going from house to house the whole day! Alas, the dress is perfect for such occasions or simply going to Tropical Smoothie, as Shelby & I did last week.

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I want to thank you all for your warm regards to my engagement post & all of your well wishes!  It is truly the most exciting time in our lives and while most people in our lives are extremely supportive, there have been a few challenges in sharing the news that has ultimately lead to unforeseen circumstances.  I don't want to go into much detail, because really, when the news went public, we were completely flooded with friends and family who were so overjoyed & were practically waiting everyday for us to make an engagement announcement.   Nothing & no one can bring us down, and tough situations like these are what bring Patrick and I together even closer.  We know that no matter what the situation, when life gets tough, we have each other to rely on. I'm naturally a worrier, but when doubts about school, work, money, and the future arise, I just step back and realize that I have Patrick, and it is the most comforting feeling in the entire world.

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In more positive news, I've set a date to look at wedding dresses... the weekend of March 12! My mom, my stepmom, and my best friend (hopefully!) are going to Baltimore for a trunk show of a designer I absolutely adore & have had my eye on for a while, but of course I'm not going to reveal on here until after my big day! I will say, though, that Pat has seen the one particular dress I want. We are nontraditional like that! I searched forever for a vintage dress, but ultimately had no luck & I really didn't want to buy online. Bummer but I've already planned out engagement photos & I'm going to be wearing one of my favorite vintage dresses for that!

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I promise, no more wedding blabbing from this point on, except for mentioning the big stuff perhaps! I'm going to try to start up the wedding blog tonight, for those of you interested! I will tweet the link & post it next time I do a blog post!

*photos by Shelby Ballou!
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17 comments:

  1. CarysJanuary 10, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    The light in these photos is beautiful! I'm probably a bit biased since I have it too, but I love that coat. And congratulations, obviously!
    From Carys of La Ville Inconnue

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  2. tessJanuary 10, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    your boots are fantastic

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  3. kate maggieJanuary 10, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    The bride-to-be looks nothing short of stunning. I absolutely love this outfit..did you know you and I pretty much have the exact same dress? Love it brittany!!! xx

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  4. Kass DeBoerJanuary 10, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    I really love this dress, it's so gorgeous...
    and i'm really excited to see updates on your engagement. :)

    xoxo mama wolf.

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  5. The Semi SweetJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    Your dress is fabulous! I love the scoop neckline and the little bow in the front. I'm so excited to see all your wedding progress. If you need anything, let me know:)

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  6. ElanorJanuary 10, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    you look beautiful! i love this outfit, but especially the coat and belt and boots....no wait, i just love the whole thing! :)

    definitely will be following your wedding blog!
    x,
    elanor
    just thought i'd let you know that i'm having my first ever giveaway! a pretty 60s vintage purse. take a gander if you have a moment! ♥

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  7. Puff's MommyJanuary 10, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    Don't let any people detract from your big day. This is about you and Patrick planning to spend the rest of your lives together. There are two people in your relationship, and therefore, those two people's opinions are what matter. Bump the rest.

    On a lighter note, when your outfit came up, the Puff said, "Cute. Cute." I concur.

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  8. UnknownJanuary 10, 2011 at 11:42 PM

    Oh, congratulations! (Sorry I'm late!) This must be such an exciting time for you two, enjoy it as much as you can :)
    You look lovely in that dress as well!

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  9. JessicaJanuary 11, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    You look so darn pretty! Love the colors and those little boots. And that belt! Where did you get it? I want one!

    Sorry to hear things did not go perfectly...hope everything is alright. Let's have another Skype date soon please?! I need to get caught up on your life, haha!

    Is the trunk show for the designer you showed me? I think so because I think I remember you mentioning Baltimore. So exciting! I hope you like it as much in real life as you do in the photo. You are going to be the most beautiful, glowing bride! Don't feel bad about overloading us with wedding stuff - I LOVE it. And I'm so excited about this wedding blog...eeee!

    ♥

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  10. AmandaJanuary 11, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    I love this dress. It's perfect for the holidays and I love that silver belt!

    So glad to hear you're keeping your chin up. You're right, the most important thing is that you have Patrick and no one should be able to bring you down.

    And don't worry, you can do all the wedding talk you want, I love living vicariously through you ;]

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  11. CJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    It's so wonderful to hear how in love the two of you are. This is such an exciting time in your lives/life. :)

    Oh, and that dress? Phenomenal!

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  12. Gabrielle ClayvonJanuary 29, 2011 at 2:53 AM

    Those shoes are so to die for!
    www.thegiftofgab-gabby.blogspot.com

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  13. Veronika Novotny February 22, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Hello so happy to have just stumbled upon your lovely blog. I can see why this is your current fave dress, love it and you have styled it beautifully, that belt is a great touch! Congrats on your engagement & beautiful ring. Consider me your newest follower. xx veronika

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  14. Cottonlife_SilkdreamsMay 26, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    I love this look! Definitely using this look as inspiration for my next shopping trip!

    XOXO♡
    Jacqueline.
    Follow me & I'll follow you!
    http://cottonlifesilkdreams.blogspot.com/

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