Miss Bee's Last Question for a While

Hey there prairie brides!

Today's question is kind of a deviation from usual. It's going to be about weddings but not really. Here goes the preamble.

Unfortunately, at the moment Miss Charlie and I are super busy (I have three jobs on top of a writing career, an encroaching trip to Scotland with my man and a very empty fridge; Charlie is scouring the seven seas for employment and trying to hone her craft of being awesome). 

So, we are going on a brief hiatus! We'll be back sometime (no ETA).

BUT, should you still want to submit something to us (photography, vendors, etc), feel free, and we will get it up ASAP. Right now it seems like we are doing a lot of filler with very few subs, but hopefully we will come back with crazy awesome ideas, and most of all, time.

So here's my last question for a while:

Will You Miss LBP?

Miss Bee

Inspiration: Country Quaint

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<3 Miss Charlie

Mother of the Bride

image (c) Michele Taras

Continuing on the trend of mothers this week in honour of Mothers Day, I took a jaunt through some of Winnipeg's bridal websites in search of some great 'Mother of the Bride' dresses. I think moms have gotten a lot more 'hip' then back when they were forced in to colour coordinated pantsuits for weddings. Jackets and boleros are still a popular style, but designers have realized that there are moms out there who want a timeless style dress that doesn't scream matron!

Beker Fashions

Demetrios Bridal

Jacquelin Bridal

Jasmine Bridal

Demetrios Bridal

Jacquelin Bridal

Jasmine Bridal

Jacquelin Bridal

Jasmine Bridal

All the brands listed can be found at either L.A. Collection, Stella's Bridal, or C.T.Y.L in Winnipeg! Makes it even sweeter!
<3 Miss Charlie

Best Proposal on TV?

Michael Scott finds his match

I am a huge Office fan. I've seen every episode (multiple times) played the DVD board game (yes...) and cried a flood of tears when Michael Scott left Dunder Mifflin for good last Thursday.

One of the best things about the show was their commitment to characters. Michael is a lovable nut, and his proposal to Holly was so sweet and so Michael. If you haven't seen it, watch it. If you have seen it.. watch it again!

Another great proposal on The Office was Jim's proposal to Pam. And their classic parody of the infamous youtube wedding video "forever" at their wedding.

<3 Miss Charlie

A Picture Says A Thousand Words--A Photo booth Says More

 This is a trend that I feel is an amazing idea, wedding or any other kind of event you plan on running. Especially if you're going for the vintage/nostalgia feel that really gets your guests going and ramp up the excitement! Are you ready?! Get ready!

Now you're like "Oh my God, what is she talking about?" Well, c'mon. PHOTO BOOTHS of course! And now I hear you groaning, again (kind of like I was while researching this) "But there's nooo onnneeee in Winnipeg who rents them out, so stop teasing me with awesomeness!" Well prairie peeps, we were all wrong!

Photo booth Rentals of Winnipeg

Why, you are asking, would I want this monstrosity at my fancy wedding? Well here are a couple of reasons that may convince you to get outside of your tulle encrusted box (taken from the PBROW site):

• It's Unique! You'll be amazed at the buzz that's created once your guests see the booth.
• It's Fun! You'll get pictures of your friends & family that you would never get otherwise. No-one can resist hamming it up, once the red light comes on!
• Photo strips are wonderful mementos for you or your guests. You and your guests will enjoy having your picture taken on original film that will last a lifetime. Add a scrapbook for a truly treasured keepsake!

But that's not all! This company has AUTHENTIC, vintage photo booths available to rent (from the 50s and 60s . . . yes, in working condition!) So if you're still in it for the vintage, this is as close as it gets! Not only will they supply the booth, but props as well should you choose the Photo Pavilion (which lots and lots of swingin' couples are). And if Vintage isn't your thing, don't worry, they have New Generation, full colour photo booths in addition to black/white or green/white. 

 

Aren't you pumped?! I am! I've been looking around for a company that does this in Winnipeg for a while, ever since seeing such successful and epic wedding photo booths on Rock n Roll Bride or Green Wedding Shoes. Really gals, I know you're already hiring a fancy photographer, but now you can let your guests in on the fun, not just your bridal party! It'll also be something epic your guests will be talking about years after the wedding. Who doesn't want that? Visit their site for rental info and what's included in your rental package!

Contact Info:

204-955-9473

Email: info@pbrow.ca

Mum's the Word

Ahh, Mom. She gives you cookies, love, care and advice. Yes, advice. Mom is always full of advice! "Look both ways before you cross the street!" "Never swim on a full stomach!" "Don't hit your brother on the head with a toy computer"... Maybe that was just my Mom. And if you lived with out a Mom, then I'm sure there was or is someone in your life that loves to give you great advice.

My question is, will you take advice from your Mom or 'advice giver' when it comes to your wedding? Especially when her "advice" translates more to her opinion on how your wedding should happen. Some of us have a Mom or Dad or Aunt or even friend who can't help but blurt their opinions about everything! When it comes to your wedding are you going to bend or are you going to be firm in your own ideas?

I will probably listen to what my Mom has to say, and take her advice or opinions in stride. I love my Mom and I think she is a smart, and creative women (can you hear the 'but'?) but I have a feeling I am going to be 'one of those' brides who will keep wedding planning to myself and my fiancee. If Mom wants me to carry daffodils and spend a small fortune on decorative tree centre pieces... then that's her advice. But it's exactly it, just advice. Advice doesn't always have to be followed!

...Except for that crossing the street thing. Mom kind of hit the nail on the head with that.

How do you tell your Mom to, well, 'butt' out? It's hard! It's hard for me to get my Mom to leave me alone about anything! I can't even begin to imagine what it's going to be life when I get married-- oh god.

I value my Mother's opinion, (as I think almost anyone does) but when it comes to the union of me and my fiancee... I think her advice may just have to take a seat on the sidelines.

What do you think?

<3 Miss Charlie

Miss Bee's Birds and/or Bees Question

Yes, I made a funny with that subject line. TRA LA LA!

Oh prairie brides, I miss the days when you'd actually contribute to my questions! So I guess I'm going to have to get a little more racy in order to light things up around here. Today I leave this one open ended, and I especially invite the ensuing stories. This one kind of interests me and I want to hear your opinions/tales!

Are you gonna DO IT on your wedding night?

Now it may sound like an obvious question, but let's think of it rationally: by the time everything wraps up (if you're like me) it's going to be 4 am. You've probably been awake since 5 am the previous day because, let's face it, you were dying from the butterflies/excitement/nervousness. Wow lady, that's nearly 24 hours! AND you've been dancing for the last 6, talking to every single guest the last 10, and you've probably been doing it all in heels. Oh you super woman! 

And when you finally get home, very close to passing out, you realize you still have to consummate the marriage (let's also face it: in this day and age you've probably been consummating it for a while . . .) but seriously. Would you be too exhausted, or would you pound back three Red Bulls and jump on it for the sake of your own private ceremony? Or are you gonna save it all for the honeymoon when you've finally recuperated?

Dish dish dish! C'mon guys, work with a curious gal!

Miss Bee