Comments on: Contest: Mindy Weiss Planner http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/ A wedding blog for the style obsessed bride. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:25:52 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Emms http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22554 Emms Tue, 20 Feb 2007 09:01:03 +0000 http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22554 It is so hard for me to express what I am looking for or need. When I do find it I think it is the combination of personality with real-life do-ability. Being able to imagine something in a setting that is not the Jessica Simpson wedding but being perfect in its own way. It is so hard for me to express what I am looking for or need. When I do find it I think it is the combination of personality with real-life do-ability. Being able to imagine something in a setting that is not the Jessica Simpson wedding but being perfect in its own way.

]]> By: Rebecca http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22553 Rebecca Tue, 20 Feb 2007 01:56:09 +0000 http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22553 In just 4 days you have become part of my morning routine, I can't wait to see the inspiration boards. Reading over the posts I found so many things I agreed with. I've loved looking at bridal magazines for years but now that I'm planning my own wedding I've discovered the only magazine I really find helpful is MS. The rest are as helpful as the gossip/tabloids magazines in the checkout line because they don't really relate to me in any real way. I care about Tori Spellings centerpieces as much as I care about Elvis's meal at In&Out last week. That said I'm usually overwhelmed at skills needed to accomplish her ideas. What really attracts me to MS is that each wedding seems so personal and unique. I love the inspiration boards because they help me see how I can incorporate our personality and personal tastes into the overall look. I'd love advice on how to take an idea like say..a bird theme and really show how it can be incorporated into different elements of the wedding such as invitations, place settings, favors etc. with out being cheesy or breaking the bank. I'd also love to hear how couples budget their time, whether it's balancing their DIY projects with work, managing to actually see all of your guests or even scheduling a honeymoon time. I'd also love to know where people are glad they spent their money, and where they wish they hadn't bothered. Thanks again for all the beauty you share, you make my coffee extra special. In just 4 days you have become part of my morning routine, I can’t wait to see the inspiration boards. Reading over the posts I found so many things I agreed with. I’ve loved looking at bridal magazines for years but now that I’m planning my own wedding I’ve discovered the only magazine I really find helpful is MS. The rest are as helpful as the gossip/tabloids magazines in the checkout line because they don’t really relate to me in any real way. I care about Tori Spellings centerpieces as much as I care about Elvis’s meal at In&Out last week. That said I’m usually overwhelmed at skills needed to accomplish her ideas. What really attracts me to MS is that each wedding seems so personal and unique.
I love the inspiration boards because they help me see how I can incorporate our personality and personal tastes into the overall look. I’d love advice on how to take an idea like say..a bird theme and really show how it can be incorporated into different elements of the wedding such as invitations, place settings, favors etc. with out being cheesy or breaking the bank. I’d also love to hear how couples budget their time, whether it’s balancing their DIY projects with work, managing to actually see all of your guests or even scheduling a honeymoon time. I’d also love to know where people are glad they spent their money, and where they wish they hadn’t bothered.
Thanks again for all the beauty you share, you make my coffee extra special.

]]> By: Katie http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22552 Katie Mon, 19 Feb 2007 23:42:14 +0000 http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22552 keep up the GREAT work! i think the industry has forgotten about us older brides. it seems the majority of the other wedding websites sites appeal to the 20 something bride that is more interested in cutting corners and saving money then hosting a joyful celebration of the sacrament of marriage. i'm not looking for "stuff" because i "need to have it", i'm looking to create an atmosphere for my guests to share with me the happiest day of my life. your inspritation boards have become an essential resource for my planning, the day planner would be indispensible. keep up the GREAT work! i think the industry has forgotten about us older brides. it seems the majority of the other wedding websites sites appeal to the 20 something bride that is more interested in cutting corners and saving money then hosting a joyful celebration of the sacrament of marriage. i’m not looking for “stuff” because i “need to have it”, i’m looking to create an atmosphere for my guests to share with me the happiest day of my life. your inspritation boards have become an essential resource for my planning, the day planner would be indispensible.

]]> By: Katie http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22551 Katie Mon, 19 Feb 2007 23:42:12 +0000 http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22551 keep up the GREAT work! i think the industry has forgotten about us older brides. it seems the majority of the other wedding websites sites appeal to the 20 something bride that is more interested in cutting corners and saving money then hosting a joyful celebration of the sacrament of marriage. i'm not looking for "stuff" because i "need to have it", i'm looking to create an atmosphere for my guests to share with me the happiest day of my life. your inspritation boards have become an essential resource for my planning, the day planner would be indispensible. keep up the GREAT work! i think the industry has forgotten about us older brides. it seems the majority of the other wedding websites sites appeal to the 20 something bride that is more interested in cutting corners and saving money then hosting a joyful celebration of the sacrament of marriage. i’m not looking for “stuff” because i “need to have it”, i’m looking to create an atmosphere for my guests to share with me the happiest day of my life. your inspritation boards have become an essential resource for my planning, the day planner would be indispensible.

]]> By: Ty http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22550 Ty Mon, 19 Feb 2007 15:32:21 +0000 http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22550 This is a great site! I found the link on weddingbee.com. I have found the most frustrating problem with other sites is the details and lack of follow-up on posts. So far you are scoring an A+. As I help my sister with her wedding planning, we will see a great dress or stationery, but no mention of where the item is from or who makes it. We are left running around with a picture asking for help. Please include credits. That is always helpful. Thanks and keep up the good work. Ty (sis to the bride) This is a great site! I found the link on weddingbee.com. I have found the most frustrating problem with other sites is the details and lack of follow-up on posts. So far you are scoring an A+. As I help my sister with her wedding planning, we will see a great dress or stationery, but no mention of where the item is from or who makes it. We are left running around with a picture asking for help. Please include credits. That is always helpful.

Thanks and keep up the good work.
Ty (sis to the bride)

]]> By: Maya http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22549 Maya Mon, 19 Feb 2007 14:03:02 +0000 http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22549 This is a lovely blog filled with wonderful information about planning the wedding of your dreams. My suggestion for making this blog even more special would be to include more information for ethnic brides. Asian, Latino, and African-American brides often have needs that go unnoticed in the wedding industry. For example, I'm an Indian bride-to-be and there is precious little information about integrating Indian and Asian customs into a ceremony and reception, how to balance those traditions with American ones, stylish Indian wedding outfits, real weddings, etc. I know that a lot of brides don't need this information, but wouldn't it be great if everyone knew a little about the traditions of other cultures? I think it's fascinating and I'm sure other people would too-- they may even find tidbits they want to include in their own wedding. All in all, I would love if more wedding blogs, particularly one as stylish and tasteful as this one, would represent the needs of *all* brides. This is a lovely blog filled with wonderful information about planning the wedding of your dreams. My suggestion for making this blog even more special would be to include more information for ethnic brides. Asian, Latino, and African-American brides often have needs that go unnoticed in the wedding industry. For example, I’m an Indian bride-to-be and there is precious little information about integrating Indian and Asian customs into a ceremony and reception, how to balance those traditions with American ones, stylish Indian wedding outfits, real weddings, etc. I know that a lot of brides don’t need this information, but wouldn’t it be great if everyone knew a little about the traditions of other cultures? I think it’s fascinating and I’m sure other people would too– they may even find tidbits they want to include in their own wedding.

All in all, I would love if more wedding blogs, particularly one as stylish and tasteful as this one, would represent the needs of *all* brides.

]]> By: Greta http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22548 Greta Mon, 19 Feb 2007 12:26:18 +0000 http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22548 I too am new to this wedding blog, and have found myself instantly a 'regular' vistor. What I found to be helpful - and what I think separates this blog from all the others - is all the wedding style elements. There are many familiar resources (i.e. The Knot, Wedding Channel etc) that give you tips on what you need to think about, provide links to area vendors (many of which I find awful). There are other blogs that provide a forum for brides-to-be to chat about hair, make up, shoes - blah blah blah. But what I really love about this site is that it helps me think about how I'm going to pull it all together. It's style inspiration! The inspiration boards are awesome! And while I am on a budget (and can't afford many of the vendors listed), what is posted here truly inspires me to think about the whole picture and helps me think about stylish - and affordable - ways for me to incorporate color, pull together elements of the wedding, as well as infuse our personalities into our wedding. There are so many wedding websites out there but I guess I would hate to see this blog become cookie cutter. Pictures of real weddings are great, fun and inspiring (hate to use that word so much)! The Fabulous Finds are really helpful - as are your sources listed under the inspiration boards. Stay stylish! I too am new to this wedding blog, and have found myself instantly a ‘regular’ vistor. What I found to be helpful – and what I think separates this blog from all the others – is all the wedding style elements. There are many familiar resources (i.e. The Knot, Wedding Channel etc) that give you tips on what you need to think about, provide links to area vendors (many of which I find awful). There are other blogs that provide a forum for brides-to-be to chat about hair, make up, shoes – blah blah blah. But what I really love about this site is that it helps me think about how I’m going to pull it all together. It’s style inspiration! The inspiration boards are awesome! And while I am on a budget (and can’t afford many of the vendors listed), what is posted here truly inspires me to think about the whole picture and helps me think about stylish – and affordable – ways for me to incorporate color, pull together elements of the wedding, as well as infuse our personalities into our wedding.

There are so many wedding websites out there but I guess I would hate to see this blog become cookie cutter. Pictures of real weddings are great, fun and inspiring (hate to use that word so much)! The Fabulous Finds are really helpful – as are your sources listed under the inspiration boards.

Stay stylish!

]]> By: Sarah http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22547 Sarah Sat, 17 Feb 2007 17:13:34 +0000 http://www.stylemepretty.com/2007/02/14/contest-mindy-weiss-planner/#comment-22547 This is a beautifully designed and very well-written blog. Congratulations! Thank you for providing brides and wedding planners with such a wonderful resource of inspiration. I have it bookmarked and plan on visiting often. The inspiration boards are a new and unique concept and I think you should continue to play up on those and use real weddings to showcase how the inspiration boards were translated into decisions and elements. We all want to see real weddings and as many of the details that go along with them, especially where budgetary issues are concerned. Tell us how much one bride splurged on letterpress invites but cut corners with out-of-town guest bags and bulk purchases from an online vendor. Best of luck and I look forward to seeing how this blog develops! This is a beautifully designed and very well-written blog. Congratulations! Thank you for providing brides and wedding planners with such a wonderful resource of inspiration. I have it bookmarked and plan on visiting often.

The inspiration boards are a new and unique concept and I think you should continue to play up on those and use real weddings to showcase how the inspiration boards were translated into decisions and elements. We all want to see real weddings and as many of the details that go along with them, especially where budgetary issues are concerned. Tell us how much one bride splurged on letterpress invites but cut corners with out-of-town guest bags and bulk purchases from an online vendor.

Best of luck and I look forward to seeing how this blog develops!

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