When I first started thinking about possible getaway cars/transportation for the big day, nothing in particular came to mind. Since our wedding is in winter, we certainly don't want to ride in a convertible. We don't have any friends or family with unusual or retro cars. We're not really into SUV limos. What would be a good fit for us?
Then one day during my commute to work, it hit me: I want to leave our wedding in a chauffeured town car like the one Big rides around Manhattan in.
So very, wintry and super sexy. It just seems so luxurious to hop in an all black, warmed-up car with dark tinted windows on a cold day. Nick even liked the idea. Of course, I couldn't resist posting some images from the upcoming movie of Carrie on her "wedding day," riding in a black town car.
I haven't looked into the idea yet, so if any of you Indianapolis area brides have recommendations for car services, please do share.
PS: I cannot wait until the movie comes out. More Sex and the City wedding inspiration coming soon.
All images © HBO/Sex and the City: top image via SATC Fan Site/Web Gallery middle image screencapture from trailer via Sex and the City movie website, bottom image Sex and the City Movie Blog.
My love affair with one of my constant inspirations in fashion and style began humbly enough. I caught a few of the edited episodes when the show became syndicated one summer. I started renting the seasons on dvd because I was in an art class that required late nights and watching tv shows helped me plow through the night and get projects done. What tv show do I speak of? You might have guessed it: Sex and the City.
Sex and the City was my gateway drug into out-of-the-box fashion. I bought my first pointy-toed shoes and rocked them with cropped pants to a party at a fraternity in college because Carrie did. During a late night, ebay search I bought a purse that looks like a magazine because not only was it FABULOUS, but Carrie had toted an identical one. Plus the show only strengthened my long-distance admiration for New York City {I've never been}.
Now I know you think I'm crazy, but Sex and the City will also serve as a slight inspiration for some of the details at our wedding. I won't be getting married in the city; it is a pretty small town, but I'm hoping to bring some of my favorite stylish elements of the show into our celebration. This is the first of a few posts featuring details inspired by my favorite show.
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One of the most talked about trends started by Carrie and company was the oversized flower pin trend featured in season three. I know, I know, we've all seen this done a thousand times over and over, but I still love it.
When I first started looking at bridesmaids dresses, I stumbled upon these gorgeous silk dresses from Melissa Sweet with a great floral accent ala Sex and the City. I quickly learned that Melissa Sweet bridesmaids dresses are a bit out of our price range {I'm hoping for something $150 or less}. I think I've found a way to include a rosette or poof without breaking the bank.
I found my answer in the February 2008 issue of domino. Pinned to a less, expensive dress, these poofs {as I so fondly refer to them} from Tinsel Trading would add a little something extra to a simple, elegant black dress. On the top row, the first two are velvet mixed with silk {perfect for a winter wedding} and the other four are made from vintage metallic fabrics. All of them are available for purchase here.
I'm not sure if all of my bridesmaids will want to rock this look, but two of them are huge Sex and the City fans, so I'm sure they will be on board.
Have you found any wedding inspiration in your favorite tv shows?
SATC images © HBO and TBS. Bridesmaid dress images © Melissa Sweet. Rosette/poof images © Tinsel Trading. Layouts © HaselBride.
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