We’re at 217 days to go and it’s been a very productive time at the Harbison-Weaver household. It’s been so productive I haven’t had a chance to blog lately! Rod and I have been working on getting our invitations picked out and sending engagement announcements to the Warsaw, Cincinnati and Indianapolis papers (thanks to help from our parents). We’ve gotten registered at Crate & Barrel (look for a review in another entry); we’ve gone bridesmaid dress shopping; I’ve started my bridal workouts and I’m now looking for ways to look my best on our wedding day.
Since my dress is strapless (and we’re going to Hawaii on our honeymoon), I really need to work hard on getting myself in shape for the wedding (and I want to look great on the beach!). With one of my 30% off coupons from Borders I picked up a copy of the Women’s Health “The Wedding Workout” on DVD.
Let’s hope I can look like the model on the cover - plus I think the “bonus” content is cute!
I like that I can build my own workout using the DVD and there’s customized workouts for “strapless” (arms, shoulders and chest) or “hip-hugger” (abs & lower body) dresses. I also like that there’s segments on eating smart, how to walk in high heels and workouts scheduled for each day of the week. The only equipment the DVD uses is a set of dumbbells. Since we have three pairs I can start with 2-lb and move up as I get better at the DVD. I also figure I can start doing this when I come home from work each day to jump start the process to look my best for the wedding. Once it gets a little warmer I am looking forward to riding my bike to boost my workout level.
Another thing I’ve started to look at for my wedding and honeymoon is working on making my skin look and feel better. By working on my skin now will also fight wrinkles and other signs of aging. I found a great deal on philosophy skin care through their website on their “Makeup Optional” kit.
Here’s an artsy shot of the whole kit. The three items on the right are to be used once or twice a week. The other four items are to be used daily to improve my skin.
I’m trying to target my skin which has always given me problems. I’d like to make my skin much smoother and eliminate a lot of fine lines and wrinkles around my eyes and mouth. I know I’m young, but I figure this will be one of my most photographed days in my life. I should probably try to make the most of the skin I have that day. I’d also like to work against breakouts and work on making my skin look better with as little makeup as possible. It’s amazing what happens to a woman when you put that ring on her finger! haha!
Today I went bridesmaid dress shopping with Erin and she found a really great one, I’m so glad to be down to just one more bridesmaid that needs her dress ordered. We also went ahead and had the shop order the two dresses for the bridesmaids that have already picked their dresses. Since we have dresses coming from all over I’m not worried about the dye lots not matching.
Imagine that in clover - isn’t she going to look great? 
It was so good to see Erin and get to discuss some of the plans for programs and all the other paper goods for the wedding. I’m really looking forward to putting together the invitations and starting to work on the programs. I can’t wait for our “retreat” in June with Rick and Pat! If anyone is interested in our first engagement announcement online it’s here (Warsaw Times-Union).
In short, what are some ways you’ve wanted to get in shape for your wedding day or look your best?
My ultimate goal for the wedding day is to spend the day drinking champagne and kissing Rod! I don’t want to have to worry about a thing.
