Weekend Wedding: Stylin’ an Evening Reception Dress for a Daytime Ceremony
Nate and I took a mini road trip to Sacramento to attend a beautiful wedding over the weekend. I wanted to wear this Grecian style emerald green dress for the semi-formal evening reception but given that the ceremony was during the day (2pm) and was at a church I had to find a way to cover up and not be over dressed without having to change clothes. After debating between a shrug, a blazer or a scarf, I rummage through my jacket closet and found this ancient but beautiful ivory wool coat. It’s a nice color contrast that has the perfect amount of coverage and warmth and still maintained the elegance of the dress. I kept jewelry simple and added layers of pearls to pull the look together.
The beautiful bridemaids (left and middle) and MOH (right).
Of course the biggest moment of any wedding ceremony is when the bride walks in but I think a very understated moment is when the groom walks his mom down the aisle and stand in front everyone waiting for his beautiful bride. That very moment when he’s standing there waiting for his love with anxiousness and nervousness is so precious. It always reminds me of Nate when he waited for me to walk down the aisle on our wedding day. I don’t think I’ll ever forget how he looked at me. *tear* :)
Helen was so angelic she absolutely took my breath away. I think this was the moment when I started snapping pictures so furiously like a wild paparazzi all awhile crying at the same time.
Congratulations Helen and Jason!! We are so happy for you both!
Even though I adore my mom’s pearls, I think less is more with this dress so I decided not to wear them for the evening. It’s hard to see in this photo but there is a rhinestone brooch on the shoulder. The stretchy jersey material is so comfortable yet the design is still elegant. Under the drape there is a slit for ease of walking without being restricted. The best thing about this dress in my opinion is definitely the front drape. This was a (half) Eritrean wedding so that means there were plenty of yummy food (Ingera). I love the fact that I can stuff my face like there’s no tomorrow and not feel self conscious that my stomach was going to explode. So thanks Ralph Lauren for such an amazing drape creation. :)
If you haven’t, meet my husband/partner in crime/photographer/better half Nate, who’s rocking the geezer style with his custom converse and Calvin Klein suit.
Dress: Lauren Ralph Lauren one shoulder dress | Top: American Rag crop jacket (similar here, here, and here) | Shoes: Christian Louboutin | Clutch: Tasha
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I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. I cannot believe next week is Christmas and then NYE is just around the corner. Where did 2012 go? We’re going to NYC for NYE and still debating on what to do. Would love to hear your recommendations on local favorite places to eat, explore, shop and nightlife?
Until then, love your significant other, spend more time with your parents and hug your children longer because tomorrow is never promised.
Love, KTR
[Photos by NR & I]
that dress looks fab on u !!! what a cute couple u two are
Beautiful wedding, beautiful dresses and beautiful couples! Green suits you like nothing else, love the fact that your hubby made an appearance for the camera… Great post, and I love your quote at the end… Tomorrow is never promised.
Xoxo Merry Chriatmas!
very classy I love it!
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wow such AMAZING pictures!!
you look sooo classy and gorgeous from head to toe….you are always PEFECT!!!
That green dress is to die for and I love how you paired it with the white jacket making it look fresh and so timeless…the clutch I want like RIGHT now hihi
You and the hubby look sooo good together what a handsome pair and how cool is the classy suit mixed with the Converse shoes lol!!
happy anniversary darling and please keep inspiring us with your amazing blog and style!!
xoxo Tamara Chloé
You look lovely dear :)
I wish you had a great time!!
Awww you and Nate look adorable. I love your dress and congrats to the bride and groom! I love the BM dresses too!
OMG you are looking every inch the goddess in the gown KT…..perfect also is the coat you threw over it! And what a handsome pair you make….hubby is equally gorgeous!!!
REBECCA
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So stunning, hun! The drape of that dress is incredibly flattering and even better that it allowed you to eat to your heart’s content without having to suck in your tummy. You and your hubby are a beautiful couple, he is one handsome fellow!
Marisa
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What a gorgeous dress, that color is stunning on you!
xx
Jessica
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You two make such a gorgeous couple, I love your dress and what a beautiful wedding!
Xx
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simply stunning
Love this post…. Reminiscing
You are a divine in this dress KTR, the color and the cut really works on your figure. And you and Nate are lovely couple. Thank you for sharing these to us, now we know whos behind all your lovely photos.
xo
Sam
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Your post brought me to 2 places and makes me reminisce for a while. Sacramento is very near to where my sister is studying her MBA now and I miss her. I was there in Spring for a short visit.
Your green Grecian dress reminds me of a friend’s wedding in Greece which my other half and I attended Summer this year. So yea..like you said. Where did 2012 went?
Now I’ve met your partner-in-crime =D “Hi Nate! You’ve got yourself a gorgeous lady here”
Really pretty ceremony! Love your dress!
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I love how the soft jersey texture of the dress mixes with wool so luxuriously. Your dressy top knot bun, I love too. Not to mention those pearls!
You looked stunning and the bride and wedding looked absolutely gorgeous!
I love to see pictures of you and Nate :)
XO,
Molli-Dae
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HOTNESS!!! You and Nate are such a gorgeous couple and your dress, you are so elegant!
Hi Nate!! oh so nice to meet ya! :) K, you and your man make such a gorgeous looking couple. For realssss!!! SO HOT. :))) It’s a funny thing… I have two other friends that I’ve met online and have also met in real life, too, have hubby’s named Nate, as well. It’s destiny that you and I will meet one day. Possibly in June… hubby and I are planning a Cali trip. I’ll def keep you posted. :)))
Hope you have been well, love. I’ve neglected the blogosphere cause my BFF was visiting. I had so much fun with her, but now I’m being a big crybaby and missing her like crazy. hahaha.
xx Love & Aloha
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Hot damn you look amazing! I love how you styled the day time look. very classy and elegant!
You look gorgeous and your hubby! Wow you guys are so beautiful together. Hope your having a wonderful holiday together and New Year’s in NY is so much fun. Like you, I can’t believe 2012 is almost over. Stay safe and wishing you lots of love!
xoxo
Jen
Love your dress!!!
you killed it………
I’m telling you, girl… Grecian goddess! I really love how tall and willowy you look in that dress and it really shows off your shoulders and arms! You nailed the whole “beauty in simplicity” aesthetic (same with Nate, you two are such a gorgeous couple!) and that emerald shade is just perfect for winter.
Also: …there were plenty of yummy food (Ingera). I love the fact that I can stuff my face like there’s no tomorrow and not feel self conscious that my stomach was going to explode. So thanks Ralph Lauren for such an amazing drape creation. LOL I think clothing that allows maximum stretch if you want to splurge and happily eateateat are among the best ever created! ;)
MUAH!
Love,
Sabby
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OMG so pretty! I love your dress KT and you are so funny! I have had the pleasure of having Ingera (and lamb) before and omg it was delicious! I bet you had a great time and you and Nate are a gorgeous couple! Congrats to the bride and groom!
I love your maxi dress. It looks stunning on you and the wedding photos are amazing!
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That dress is gorgeous on you – you totally rocked it! So elegant. And you and Nate are adorable!! So cute :)
WOW that dress! I love love love love love it and I want it! Did you hem the bottom of the dress at all and how high are your shoes. I’m just trying to see if I order it, if I’ll need to hem. It looks so perfect and hugs your curves in all the right places. Wow! I love the whole entire look. It kind of remind me of nude dress j.lo had on a very long time ago. Your style is just impeccable and so refreshing! And of course the bride and groom look beautiful! Congrats to them!
Thanks Hannah! Yes I hemmed the bottom about 1 inch up.
What a beautiful couple and yes I met Nate a long time ago on your vacation post (well kinda lol!). It is always nice to see him again and love his “geezer” style. I love your dress, you always look absolutely put together and I especially love how you add those pearls to pull the whole look together. The bride and her husband are a stunning couple too. I love her dress and bouquet! Congrats to them!
You pretty thing!!! Your husband is so handsome! He looks like a professional ate belt!! You always rock bright colours so well and I especially love you in emerald green!! Beautiful couple!!