I always thought I wanted a traditional wedding, but now I'm likely eloping — here's why

Tessa N. Brediger

• I'm engaged. 
• I thought I wanted a traditional wedding and a large wedding at that. 
• But now that I'm going to be married, I've decided the right choice for me isn't a traditional ceremony. 

The Pinterest board was named "That Special Day." I created it in 2013 and began filling it with countless long-sleeved lace dresses, sparkling diamonds, and flower arrangements in every shade of purple known to man. I would spend hours dreaming up a perfect wedding day, wondering who would attend, who would carry my train, and how I would style my hair.

My best friend in college and I religiously attended TLC’s "Friday Bride Day," eagerly anticipating which billowing organza gown would be featured on Kleinfeld Bridal’s "Say Yes To The Dress." And of course, after getting "jacked up," as they call it, with a veil and dazzling jewels, the hopeful bride-to-be almost always said yes. See the rest of the story at Business Insider

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