I don't think it's too weird at all. I love that dress! I'd wear it in a second. What a great shape and interesting print. Very unique!

I really like it! It's white, while adding an interesting twist. Does it suit your body type?

i adore it! just curious - how are you planning to accessorize? Shoes?

p.s. I think birds are very appropriate for a wedding day. And congratulations :)

Hi Tippi, I think I missed your introduction, so I'm replying "blind" not knowing anything about you. First, congratulations on getting married!!

I personally love the whole idea of wearing a non-wedding dress to get married in. Who needs a traditional gown?

I don't think you need to go demure - especially if demure is not your style!! I do think it's important to look for something classic and timeless and not too trendy, but most importantly, choose a dress that is 100% your style and YOU.

Is this a style you would normally gravitate towards? Is it "You"?

The birds say to me: someone who is playful and probably artistic, with a gentle soul. Probably a nature-lover. While the cut of the dress says someone who is youthful, loves fashion and has a bent for mod. It's a very intriguing dress!

I have been married twice... the first time I went the traditional route, and I was a complete slave to fashion. The marriage failed but even if it hadn't, I would *still* cringe looking back at the photos!!! AWFUL. The dress, while "traditional," definetly looks dated... stuck in 1990. I regret not wearing something more timeless.

The second marriage, in 2005, was simple and small and I actually chose *not one but three* potential outfits - all off the rack and non-traditional. I allowed my daughters to make the ultimate choice. They chose a romantic drop-waist champagne satin dress with cowl neckline and assymetrical hemline.

I do like the dress much better than the first, and it is pretty. However, I wish I had stuck with my instincts and gone with the classic, simple champagne sheath (hits at the knee), with rhinestone-studded neckline, that I bought from BR. But the girls (preteens then) thought it wasn't "bridal" or romantic enough. However, that sheath dress is totally ME - the other dress, not so much. I can't tell you why one is me and the other isn't; it's just a gut thing.

So I hope all my rambling gives you some guidance: the dress is neither weird nor odd. Trust your instincts. If it is screaming "This is soooo ME," then go for it and don't second-guess yourself. :-)

Oh, are you thinking of getting married in this dress, or just going for the dinner in it? I think it would be fine for either, I just got kind of confused. I think Shiny makes some great points.

Tippi - congratulations on getting married! The dress is great and I too am curious about the accessories. Shiny makes some great points about it being you and speaking to that through your outfit. I like that this dress is unusual and will stand out.

I think Shiny hit the nail on the hand. You can wear whatever you like, it is your wedding! Just make sure that it is something you like, something that represents you. You will hopefully look back at the pictures and remember this day all your life.

Thanks so much everyone for your good wishes and your generous replies!

Some answers to your queries:

laura65 - I did try it on and, miracle of miracles, it's flattering.

shell - I was thinking of accessorizing with light grey pumps and a simple turquoise cardigan.

shiny - This is really insightful. And I love the description of the dresses you chose from for your second wedding! I think my mom is probably going to be ruffled (heh) but the choice, but the dress is very me.

Ana - thanks so much. I am probably getting married and going to the dinner in the dress. We'll see.

bellacville - thanks! I hope I'll love those pictures, too.

I am backing up everyone's comments thus far. I think the dress is beautiful and is beautiful for a wedding. I would love to see photos of you in the dress too!

1. I agree that the dress is very appropriate and sweet.
2. Love your plans to accessorize. Turquoise cardi is brilliant.
3. Shiny and I may have had the same wedding dress (I, too, regret not choosing something classic and timeless -- mine is Princess Diana-esque -- all the rage in 1989).

The dress is really awesome and different and I think perfect for your special day. I was happily surprised when I opened the picture. I might be in your Mom's age group and I would give it thumbs up. You will love the pictures in years to come because this dress reflects your personality.

P.S. Kyle I can see you looking beautiful in a Diana-esque wedding dress.

I like it. For an intimate wedding, I think it's fine. The main thing is that you're comfortable and that it feels right to you. You'll be beaming so brightly that the dress will barely be noticed.

I love it and thank you for introducing me to that site! Those are exactly my type of dresses, even though I can't afford most of them. They are fabulous.

Congratulations! I love, love, LOVE this dress and I love your ideas for accessorizing. Something else that could be really cool is one of those feathered headbands/fascinators, or feather hair pins. They are all over Etsy. Here are some sellers who make them (or make your own! I'm planning to give it a shot myself):
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5016723
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5288056
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5068154
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5869576
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5573997

That's one of the most unique, pretty, special dresses I've ever seen. It's just so original! What a fantastic choice!

Hi Tippy, and congratulations!

The dress is absolutely breathtaking and I think it's a perfect choice.

KILLER dress. Go for it. I'm all for untraditional wedding attire. We’d love to see you finish off this outfit. Mazeltof!

I love that dress. Dadadress are the next huge thing IMHO, and substitute originality for weird which what you're looking for at a wedding (and everywhere else...)

First off, congrats, Tippi.

I really like the dress and especially the shape. I'm also very much in favor of not traditional wedding dresses. And that website has some killer dresses, thanks for linking.

I love birds and I think this dress is beautiful! Excellent choice for a wedding dress!

That dress is so cute and chic at the same time. I say go for it!

Aw, thanks everyone for the congratulations and the votes of confidence. It's not every day that one gets married, so it was good to have objective eyes.

For those interested, I think the other items on the Dadadress site are lovely and the measurements seem accurate. BTW, the hem of the bird dress hits me right at the knee (I'm 5'2).

BLB, thanks for the link to the fascinators!

And I will try to post pics of the outfit as soon as I can.