inspiration

99 days to go and I’m still looking for inspiration.

At first, I thought that the wedding planning would be a breeze as soon as we booked all the major suppliers.  Unfortunately, I’ve proven myself wrong. 3 months to go and we have yet to sit down and talk about details, details and more DETAILS! TJ is actually giving me a freehand in choosing, which is a good thing because I can unleash the artistic side of me… but also bad (or disadvantageous for lack of a better term) in a way, simple because I now feel the pressure.

Mailing Groups

Earlier during the planning, I registered in a mailing group in an attempt to get the latest wedding trends. Unfortunately, that didn’t work for me. My mailbox was overloaded with e-mails from hundreds of brides-to-be sharing their own stories, DIY tricks and experiences with suppliers, not to mention everybody else having their own say in each of the posts. I found no use for it so I decided to unsubscribe.

Wedding Glossies

Wedding magazines are a good source of ideas as well and a good buy specially if they’re on SALE! These are usually pricey (P300++ per issue) since they are published quarterly and are thicker than the other glossies. But if you check out bargains, I managed to buy past issues (say 6 months to a year) at half the price! (Tip: Do check out Filbar’s in leading malls for such bargains! ) This is also the best thing to do if you’re not sure which magazine to buy. Among the magazines I spent my money on, I think 3 out of 10 wedding magazines fit my preference. Some catered to high-profile couples, some were just loaded with advertisements, some had nice covers but contents were “baduy”. So be careful in your purchases as well or you might just end up wasting that penny.

Online Treats

Nowadays, I find browsing through wedding blogs and websites a daily must-do activity. The best thing about the internet is the extensive information you get at no cost! However, looking for the best sites is just as tricky. It’s a good thing that I recently discovered Google Reader where I can get updates and browse my favorite wedding blogs and websites without the hassle of searching it over and over again. It’s even better that bookmarking sites because you get a heads up and a quick preview of the latest entries once you log in. Here’s how the window looks like:

It’s so convenient and easy to use. You can easily switch from watching a tearjerker video of Jason Magbanua and immediatey shift to a DIY project by Ayleebits. And if you already have a Google account (i.e. GMail, etc.), you can simply log in and set up your own reader immediately.

I’d also like to share with you my favorite website.

 What I like about StyleMePretty is its filled with wonderful photos and images. They also feature real weddings – although American – that range from the simple DIY celebrations to the more sophisticated and elaborate ones. Color palettes, style books, DIY tutorials and wardrobe designs are also available for all the eager brides. 🙂

Here are other must-see websites for our reading (and viewing) pleasure:

What Junebug Loves

Aylee Bits

Brenda’s Wedding Blog

Paper Source Blog

We Heart Weddings

Hope you get inspired, too!