***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below!***
Thanks to random.org’s very arbitrary matchmaking skills, our winner is… Lawren (whose favorite wedding moment was when her cousin’s pocketed dress stored tissues to hand the groom when he teared up during the vows). Congrats!
Hope everyone’s having an awesome Fourth of July. We’re enjoying some family time but wanted to drop in with this week’s giveaway, so here ya go. Thursday marks our 4th wedding anniversary, which typically would make this “Wedding Week” around here. But since there’s not much left of that dead horse to beat (we’ve already shared every last detail about our wedding, honeymoon, traditions, how we met, how we got engaged, and our favorite meaningful momentos), we’re gonna go light on the theme this time around. Don’t get me wrong, the last year has been awesome and we’re planning something sweet to celebrate the beginning of year five (nothing big, but we’ll share whatever we end up doing). Feel free to take a trip down memory lane by checking out a recap of our $4,000 DIY backyard ceremony or browsing old Wedding Week posts from the last three years if you’re feeling sentimental though.
And since this turned into sort of a “Not” Wedding Week, we figured it was the perfect time to do a giveaway with The Not Wedding. They’re a self-described “killer alternative to a bridal show” where you attend a mock ceremony, sit down dinner, and dance-filled reception all in the name of having fun and checking out vendors. Basically you get to experience music, food, cake (mmmm cake) and other wedding must haves in a real-ish wedding setting. This year’s “big day” is on July 21st and two tickets (which include dinner, drinks, and dessert) are up for grabs this week.
But knowing that not everyone can get to Georgia on two weeks notice, The Not Wedding is also hooking the winner up with a $150 gift card to their registry sponsor Bloomingdale’s. Plus, you’ll win a pearl bridal bracelet and hair flower fascinator (in white or ivory) from their accessory sponsor (Fine & Fleurie). Which adds up to over $300 of wedding-tastic swag. Or should I say not wedding-tastic swag? Hmm. Either way… score.
- PRIZE: Two tickets to The Not Wedding, a $150 Bloomingdales gift card, plus a bracelet & hair flower from Fine & Fleurie
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “NOT ME!” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: … tell us your favorite part about a wedding that was NOT yours. Did a particular family member have an especially touching ceremony? Did your best friend cry or laugh at your killer toast? Maybe your college friend simultaneously had you drooling over her location, dress, and decor? Or – be honest – is it just the time your work friend had an awesome open bar?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, July 6th at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: Anywhere in the world!
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday as an update to this post. That’s right, come right back here on Thursday for the announcement of our winners. Good luck…
Note: We weren’t paid or perked to host this giveaway, we just like rewarding our lovely readers. See our Giveaway FAQs page for more info. Pics from The Not Wedding, Bloomingdales and Fine & Fleurie.
Rebekah Lyn says
NOT ME!
My fave part of a wedding was when the couple kissed. It was there first kiss EVER, they hadn’t discussed how they wanted to go about doing it… it was just REALLY awkward!
Ann Marie says
NOT ME!
I’m enjoying all the photo booths that are popping up @ wedding receptions – they are always a good time (as you guys know)! My best friend had a surprise bagpiper play them out after they were married – that was pretty awesome too!
Crystal B says
Not me! My favorite part about my brother and sister-in-law’s wedding was that it wasn’t mine! Planning weddings is a lot of work :)
Cherie says
NOT ME!! I was just at a wedding last night and it was raining so hard the reception room flooded! The couple kept on smiling and after a little reorganization the party continued. The bride handled things way better than I would have!
Jen Barnett says
NOT ME!
I was at a wedding once, where the bride’s dress was so tight that after the ceremony was over she had to unzip the back in order to breathe/take pictures. That was a memorable wedding.
Virginia says
NOT ME
My husband did the worm at my sister’s wedding-he was a hit!
Jen S. says
NOT ME!
My favorite wedding moment was at a friend’s wedding when the bride’s entire family (siblings, spouses, and parents) spontaneously danced in a way that we could tell they were having a great time dancing to a song that they listen to a lot when they all get together. It was neat to see a big family that has so much fun together.
Brigette says
Not Me!
A good couple friend of my families had a New Year’s Eve wedding in Galveston, TX at the Hotel Galvez. Its a beautiful historical hotel and it was a great bash. Getting married on New Year’s is a great idea and you party till the break of dawn
Crystal says
NOT ME!!!
My co-worker married a woman who was Macedonian. Her family is really religious and has lots of traditions. At the reception, the groomsmen come out with food on trays and waving knives in the air. It was the strangest thing I’ve ever seen at a wedding, but so fun too.
Patrick says
Not me!
The ice cream bar at a wedding was my favorite!
shevy says
NOT ME!!
my best friend got married this past year and the best part of her wedding was that so many of our high school classmates were there that it also felt like a high school reunion! It felt amazing to sit at a table with so many girls who I feel so close with yet haven’t seen in years (I went to an all girls boarding school) and all of us sharing in the joy of our friend getting married!
Ecochic says
NOT ME!
My cousin and his wife had her grandfathers as the officiants of their wedding. I loved this. Then they had my cousin’s grandmothers say grace and introduce them at the reception. I love the idea of including grandparents in the day.
Karie says
NOT ME!
Having the reception at a hotel, then going upstairs to the hotel room and ordering pizza after a long night of dancing and drinking!
Mary says
NOT ME!
Favourite part of someone else’s wedding was the amazing food at an Italian wedding I went to a few years ago!
Cris of At No. 64 says
NOT ME
My favorite new trend at the last couple of weddings that I’ve been to is during the dad/daughter dance. About halfway through ALL the dads and daughters in attendance to join in. FREAKING LOVE!
Emily says
Not me!
I was super jealous of my sister’s bridesmaids dresses. I hated the ones my sisters chose for my wedding.
sherrina says
“NOT ME!”
I loved my friends Tim and Katie’s wedding at a small art gallery in Baltimore. Guest were given free tickets to tour the artworks between the ceremony and reception.
kristin goree says
Not me!
At my sister’s wedding, the two of us going to get our hair done and just getting to spend a couple hours together before all the craziness began.
Hilary says
NOT ME!
Last August, friends had the best wedding reception at her family’s riverside home in New Jersey. Both artists, the bride and groom had decorated the trees and tents with paper cranes and fairy lights. There were lots of great activities: swimming, bocce, a rope swing, a crazy hula-hoop girl (guest, not planned), lawn games, and a terrific band. And we had cupcakes!
laura says
Not me!!!
Never have had a bad time at a wedding! Love everything about them!
Pamela says
NOT ME! I’ll never forget a very pricey, elaborate wedding where the reception was held outside (end of July in the South – probably close to 100 degrees plus humidity…!). It was absolutely stunning, but what were they thinking with the outside reception in the brutal heat (all guests were formally dressed)?? Everyone was dripping wet! :)
Romney says
NOT ME!!
My favorite part of a wedding is the reception! Seeing the bride and groom in all their happiness.
marissa says
“NOT ME!” I loved that a cousin presented the bouquet to her Mom instead of throwing it.
Emily says
Not Me!
I went to a gorgeous wedding out in the middle of nowhere for my best friend. Beautiful. Loved it.
Suzanne Lafreniere says
NOT me!
Jennifer B. says
NOT ME!
My favorite part of a wedding that was not mine was the theme of my friend’s masquerade Disney wedding ball! Everything was so detailed & the wedding party all wore masks for part of the ceremony!
Jessie says
NOT ME!
Susan deGeneres says
NOT ME! I loved my cousin’s wedding where she surprised her husband and sang to him during the ceremony. Such a sweet gesture.
Wehaf says
NOT ME! I loved my friends’ Unitarian/Hindu ceremony – it was a perfect blend of cultures.
Laura says
NOT ME!
My favorite wedding was at the beach and the weather was more than beautiful!
Leslie says
NOT ME!
My favorite part of my sister’s wedding was all of my family getting together and making the BEST memories!
Katie says
NOT ME!!
My favorite wedding was a pirates themed wedding at Treasure Island in Vegas.
Samantha Watson says
NOT ME!
My bff’s father said a quick speech at her wedding and it was the sweetest words a father could share on his daughter’s big day!
Robin E says
NOT ME!
My favorite parts of weddings are the speeches – everyone’s are so good; not that ours weren’t.
Robert says
NOT ME!
Dorothy says
NOT ME!!
The first thing that comes to mind was the HILARIOUS toast that my cousin gave at his brother’s (my other cousin’s) wedding. Wish I had it on video, I was laughing so hard I was crying!
AmiDawn says
NOT ME!!!
at my sister’s wedding, the decorations at the front of the church caught on fire, but we (the bridesmaids) discreetly put them out and my sister never knew until afterwards!
Heather says
NOT ME! I finally went to a wedding with a photo booth like you guys had, and it was fun!
Mark says
NOT ME!
my little sister is getting married next summer, and i think that will be the best wedding EVER! (besides my own!)
Aron says
NOT ME!
My favorite part of weddings that are not mine is the honor of being invited and getting to see all the festivities first hand :)
Jessica says
Not me!!
I went to a fabulous wedding several years go where the bride and grooms’ families were both from India. The brides maids wore the most amazing saris and the bridal party did a cultural dance that made the wedding feel more like a show than a wedding. It was so entertaining, everyone was on their feet clapping and cheering, the whole thing was just incredible.
Sara U says
NOT ME!!
I just got engaged May 30….and the wedding stuff is overwhelming! I just want to have a big party with my family and friends…who cares about place cards?
Erika M says
NOT ME!
My cousin screwed up his vows on their Valentine’s day ceremony – it was funny, but cute.
Krista Soon-to-be-Serpa says
NOT ME :)
My favorite part of someone else’s wedding was when I caught the bouquet at my sister’s about a month ago…….mostly because my boyfriend proposed a week later! Now I’m in the blissful throes of planning my own and feeling so blessed.
Dawn says
Not me!
My favorite part of my friends recent wedding was the awesome candy bar! I loved going back to the hotel with a yummy bag of candy as a midnight snack.
Gin says
NOT ME! At my best friend’s wedding, the DJ had the bride & groom take off their shoes and stand back to back on the dance floor. No one knew what was going, including them, so we were all a little baffled. They each got one of each shoe, and the DJ would ask them questions like “Who is the messiest?” and they would hold up the shoe for their answer. Since they couldn’t see each other’s answers, it was fun to see what they agreed on (and what they didn’t)!
Melanie says
NOT ME!!
Wedding in Napa Valley with an open wine bar. There are no other words!
Marisabel says
NOT ME!
My favorite thing about a wedding that was not ours was an outdoor wedding held in someones home where they had a bunch of glass jars each holding a candle hanging off of the tree branches. Looks very beautiful especially at night!!!
Leigh Anne says
NOT ME!
Even though it wouldn’t have been possible at our church wedding, I love when people have their pets as ring bearers!
Rachel says
NOT ME!
I crashed (with permission) the last wedding I attended and had an amazing time dancing with all of the bride and groom’s family.