Why didn''t I think of this earlier?

[goldenstar]

I just uploaded a ton of inspiration pics to my ipod. I can show them to the vendors so they can get an idea of my vision. I have folders of dresses, hair and makeup, centerpieces et al. For example, I can upload pics of dresses to ask the salons if they have them in their inventory. Its a lot easier than taking pics from magazines.

So if you have an ipod, put it to use!

 

[Gypsy]

Laptop. We''ve lugged it EVERYWHERE. Or I''ve emailed them pics (floods of them) in advance. Ipod sounds like a lighter, more efficient, and more streamlined approach.

Smart!

 

[goldenstar]

Yeah, I have an ipod nano so I can just tuck it into my pocket. Its so great! The pics look awesome on the ipod.

 

[bee*]

That is such a good idea! I never thought of that. Now I''m thinking of uploading a photo of my fave dress for extra motivation if I need it at the gym. Just looking at that photo makes me want to workout harder!

 

[SarahLovesJS]

Wow what a great idea!!

 

[fillelectrique]

(long-long time reader, finally posting!)

while i had the flu right after my engagement and was too doped up to talk to vendors, i created a PowerPoint "Look Book", dragging and dropping pictures from the web.

i created a page for the bridesmaids (dress, shoes, handbag, hair), the flowers, the groom and his men, decor, etc, etc.

i then loaded it up to google's online presentation (powerpoint) application and saved.

i can access it via computer or my iphone. quite handy indeed!

creating the "Look-book" really helped to solidify all the plans and ideas that i had floating around in my head. and helped to explain what i really, really wanted, even through a few venue changes.

i highly recommend creating a "look-book" to any bride that feels lost in the whirlwind of planning.

 

[violet02]

This is so funny. I have a ZUNE with all my photos on it yet I didn't think to carry it around with me to show people. I'm hauling a stupid binder around the whole time with printouts. Duh. Thanks for the tip!

I like the look book idea too. I have a pwd protected bridesmaid and groomsmen webpage. I've been uploading photos to those pages for everyone that's a start at least.

 

[gtn]

That is a great idea. I have pictures to show friends, but nothing prepared for vendors, but I''m going to do that. Thanks for the idea.

 

[Courtneylub]

This reminds me....I went to a wedding a couple of weeks ago and the MOH was reading her toasting speech from her laptop!! I thought that was so strange.

 

[fillelectrique]

i''ll share!

My Look Book

i didn''t put my dress in the look book, for my man has access to it too. although he''s already seen the dress on the hanger and approves, the only photos that i have is me wearing it.

the completely fuzzy photo is of a necklace that has been worn by the bride for over 4 generations in my family. it''s not my style, but i will honor the tradition for the ceremony, then give it back before i break or lose it.

 

[tberube]

genius!! You get an award for brilliant thinker of the month!! Haha..

 

[violet02]

Date: 3/20/2008 11:38:19 AM
Author: fillelectrique
i''ll share!

My Look Book

i didn''t put my dress in the look book, for my man has access to it too. although he''s already seen the dress on the hanger and approves, the only photos that i have is me wearing it.

the completely fuzzy photo is of a necklace that has been worn by the bride for over 4 generations in my family. it''s not my style, but i will honor the tradition for the ceremony, then give it back before i break or lose it.

Very nice! I only have random ideas in terms of photos. I no where near have that kind of detail for my flowers or anything. My florist is going to come up with it based on the concept I gave her... love the detail though!