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Rent the runway

So there's this wedding. One of my 97 cousins is getting married on April 2nd. Ok 97 might be a slight exaggeration. But I still need something to wear. 

I've been on Rent the Runway's email list since they first opened, but I've never used the service before. I think it's time. I tend to spend entirely too much on a dress that I may never wear again. So this time I think I'll rent.

The wedding ceremony will be at Saint Mary's and the reception at the Crystal Team Room in the Wanamaker building in downtown Philadelphia. The ceremony is at 2:30 pm and cocktail hour will start at 5:30 pm, followed by the adult reception and there will be an after party following the reception, also at the Crystal Tea Room with more dancing, food and drinks.

I'll be staying at the Loews Hotel for the weekend, fitting since their bar is Bank & Bourbon. It's a two block walk to the reception, but they'll also have trolley service in case of weather or high heels :)

So...what to wear. The invitation says cocktail attire - but mentions both long and short dresses. Suits for men. I think I'll stick with short and find some killer shoes. The best part is I can order two sizes if I'm not sure and even order a backup style. 

Now. Which one does everybody like? I've tried to step out of my comfort zone. Ok only a little. But still, change is good. I think, maybe, I'm leaning towards dress #2. Thoughts?







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