Because it’s a very manly, testosterone- filled day with the Super Bowl and all, I thought I’d add a little estrogen to the mix by talking about one of mens’ favorite topics: weddings, specifically dresses:

Katye asked who made my wedding dress…

My dress was made by Monique Lhuillier out of NYC.  I wore it without the sash for the ceremony and then put it on for the reception.

My parents were very generous in throwing me a dream wedding, but even if they hadn’t I would have still bought this dress.  It was my one non-negotiable.  I might not have had food, drinks, flowers, a minister, or a reception hall, but I would have been dressed!

Once I got engaged I knew I wanted a Monique Lhuillier, and I knew the exact dress style.  So my mom and I went to Marcella’s La Boutique in Seattle, the only place around that sold her dresses.  I tried on the same dress with 3 different necklines, but I just knew the first one I tried on was it.  It was definitely one of those clique “when you try it on, you’ll just know” moments.

My mom thought I would go with the traditional princess-style big gown so she was probably pretty surprised when I walked out in a tight fitting, lace number.  But I absolutely loved it and still do.  It’s a modern, simple, clean lines, kind of dress.

Interestingly, my mom and I went to the bridal salon, tried on the dress and ordered it the beginning of October.  Our wedding was the middle of March.  So the store had to call Monique’s husband in New York City who works with her to see if they could make the dress in time.  We had to put a rush order on it, but we got it and the rest is history…

Some celebrities who have worn her dresses:

Britney Spears. Not loving this dress, it seems a little plain and boring to me.

Heidi Montag, who said her dress cost $20,000.  I don’t know if it’s all the chandelier necklaces or all the organza fabric, but this is all just too much, too busy.  This is probably my least favorite.

Christine Baumgartner who wed Kevin Kostner in 2004.  This was one of Monique’s first celebrity stylings.  I love this dress.  How dramatic but still fits in with the rustic setting of their wedding.  It’s glamorous without the all jewels, sparkles, pearls, etc.

Ali Landry getting married in Mexico.  I think she is gorgeous, but her hair looks like it needs some help.  and a stylist.

Pink, who married Carey Hart.  They separated for awhile and now are back together.  Side note: this is the most feminine I’ve ever seen Pink.  I remember when this style was soo popular and I still like it.  The billowing effect is so feminine and soft.

Jewel.  I love the lace but I don’t like how it looks like she’s wearing a corset and a skirt.

Ashlee Simpson.  You can’t really tell too much what her dress looks like, but she does look very pretty and feminine instead of her now black hair, white skin gothic phase she’s going through.

Alicia Silverstone.  I don’t like the long layer at the end.  It’s just weird.

Tiffany Fallon, who I think was a Playboy Playmate and married one of the Rascal Flatt’s guys.  Love the dress.

Niki Cox who married Jay Mohr, I think.  Simple yet classic dress.

Shanna Moakler, who married Travis Barker.  Ok this picture is just weird, very Sound of Music or something like that.  And she scares me.  She’s like the girl who would beat you up if you crossed her.

Some others: Charlotte Ross, Natalie Imbruglia, Debbie Matenopoulis, Emilie de Ravin, and Lesley Bibb.

What would your dream dress be like?  Would someone specific design it or just a specific look?