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SraDeCarrillo
Super August 2019

Non-pro Bam!

SraDeCarrillo, on September 2, 2019 at 6:43 PM

Posted in Married Life 49

Our wedding was on 08/31. I had the most stressful morning. I got a call at 4am that my hair and makeup person was not going to make it due to a family emergency. I had to beg for an appointment at Ulta two and a half hours before my wedding. Thankfully they were able to fit me in. It put me really...
Our wedding was on 08/31. I had the most stressful morning. I got a call at 4am that my hair and makeup person was not going to make it due to a family emergency. I had to beg for an appointment at Ulta two and a half hours before my wedding. Thankfully they were able to fit me in. It put me really behind schedule for the day. I missed my appointment for my mani and pedi. The DOC was a no show. My family scrambled to decorate without knowing where everything was supposed to go. The officiant was texting me that she had another wedding and we needed to hurry to get there. My sisters who were supposed to help me get dressed were trying to decorate so my husband helped me into my dress. I forgot to put on my shape wear. I couldn’t find my belt and I didn’t put on my wedding shoes. We were running out the door to make it to the ceremony when my husband realized that our wedding cake was sitting on the kitchen table. He threw it into the back of our truck (without telling me) and we left.

We made it to the ceremony. No one knew where the boutineers were. My dad decided at the last minute to not walk me down the aisle. My kids didn’t walk down the aisle because we were now pressed for time. I started to cry when I saw that the officiant was still there and she didn’t abandon us too. So I walked myself... nearly ran.

When I was halfway down the aisle I saw my husband smiling at me and everyone stood up and clapped. Suddenly I was calm. None of the disasters of the day mattered anymore at that point. The ceremony was beautiful. The officiant did an amazing job with our bilingual ceremony. Our photographer was great to work with and extended our time with her.

The cake was destroyed by my husbands driving. I don’t know how he thought it was a good idea to throw it in the back of the truck. My mom scooped it into cups and the kids ate it like a parfait. The Top tier wasn’t so bad and was displayed on a stand but we had a grooms cake and donut tower so we cut the donuts as our “cake”. So many people left after the cake cutting. When we did our first dance there were much less people around but we had finally felt relaxed enough. We had a piñata that went over well with the kids. Everyone loved the food. We were complimented on our decor although it wasn’t exactly how I had envisioned. We also got complimented on our music. We had sparklers and confetti cannons at the end of the night. I can’t wait for the pro bam. So far I have a few cellphone pics from friends and family.

With my brother and sisters cfb_1274445.jpgWith my husband cfb_1274447.jpgDonut cuttingcfb_1274449.jpgGetting ready to run down the aislecfb_1274451.jpg



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  • Nicole
    Devoted September 2019
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    Thank you!
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  • SraDeCarrillo
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    SraDeCarrillo ·
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    Thank you everyone for the congratulations. I can’t wait for the Pro Bam. My photographer was really great. I’ll also do a budget breakdown after we get our pictures back.

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  • Alyssa
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    All that and you still manage to look really happy and beautiful. Definitely a day you will remember. Congratulations!!
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  • Brittany
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    Even though things did not go as planned for your day, you look absolutely beautiful and you two look so happy! It'll be one to tell the kids and grandkids for years to come! Can't wait to see the other photos too!

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  • Rebecca
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    Your dress is gorgeous dear!!!
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  • MrsD
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    You still looked stunning, I'm glad you didn't let anything ruin your day and still enjoyed it! Congratulations!

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  • SraDeCarrillo
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    Thank you. This was actually my second dress after having dress regret with my first one.

    I ordered my dress on amazon and had it custom made to my measurements. It was one of the best decisions I made. I loved the color and the fit and felt very bridal. With the custom made veil and the dress and rushed shipping, I paid less than $200. I wish I could wear it everyday!

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  • NextChapterReady
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    Glad you rolled with the punches and still had a beautiful wedding!

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  • Clíodhna
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    You looked beautiful!

    It sounds like you made the most of the day, hiccups and all Smiley smile

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  • JEANIE
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    Sounds like a crazy day, but at the end of it I'm glad that it turned out so well! Most importantly, you got to marry your soulmate! Congrats! You looked beautiful!
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  • Krystal
    Dedicated October 2019
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    That was actually a really beautiful story, brought tears to my eyes. Despite all the mishaps you kept your heart on what really matters. A great message to the rest of us. I’m sorry it was probably so stressful at the time but thanks for sharing! Congratulations! Beautiful pics!
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  • SraDeCarrillo
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    Thank you everyone. I have a few more pics from friends that I’ll add here.

    Non-pro Bam! 1

    After we walked back to the other end of the aisleNon-pro Bam! 2KissesNon-pro Bam! 3You may now kiss the brideNon-pro Bam! 4Husband and wifeNon-pro Bam! 5


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  • Sinéad
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    You looked so beautiful!!😍 Did you have the most wonderful day?

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  • E
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    Wow. You certainly had a memorable day! Congrats! You look beautiful!

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  • Lauren
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    I'm so sorry you had such a stressful morning before the wedding! You looked beautiful, though!!

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    You found that dress on Amazon? What brand is it? It’s so beautiful!
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  • SraDeCarrillo
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    It was from ASA Bridal on Amazon.

    I had them custom make it to my measurements. (And then freaked out because I was stress eating and gained weight before the wedding. Luckily it still fit lol)

    I got the dress in champagne (which has a yellow color to it) and asked them to do the lace in ivory. The dress originally has a small V neckline. I asked for a more plunging V neckline. The dress comes with a zipper back but I asked for the zipper to be hidden by buttons.

    They made my veil based off of pictures I sent them. It was cathedral length, made from the same tulle and lace as my dress.

    With the custom measurements, changes to the design and matching veil with rush shipping, I paid less than $200 for it.

    Link to the dress.

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  • Yam
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    Wow!! Your gamble paid off, that dress is absolutely stunning. I would’ve worn that for sure.
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  • SraDeCarrillo
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    Thank you. I was super happy with it and they were great to work with in getting the dress customized.

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  • Samantha
    Expert October 2019
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    Congratulations!!! Despite the bad morning you looked absolutely perfect and it looks like your wedding was a blast!
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