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✿Blushing Brides- A Story Competition✿ SCORES UP TODAY!
lucycat101
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Hello and welcome you your wedding! Just kidding, but, the way you're going, you’re on the road to wedded bliss in just a few assignments… I mean stages! I’m Luce, and I’ll be your wedding planner, guiding you every step of the way! But watch out! I can’t account for everything, sometimes the wedding may not go as planned! Here’s hoping it does, the last thing a wedding planner needs is a bad review! Now onward, you Blushing Bride, into the realm of holy matrimony and love!
In Blushing Brides, the competition will be made up of 9 non-elimination assignments plus a mock to which you will be creating your own unique wedding from the themes below, may it be country chic, or parisian nights, you get to choose how you models wedding plans out! Check out Planning Central below to reserve your type of wedding!
But watch out for Bridezillas! The winning model gets to sabotage another model of their choosing!
❤ Be nice to everyone! Don't be a bridezilla- be a bride-chilla!
❤ Editing, CC and Poseplayer allowed and recommended.
❤ Don't put yourself down either.
❤ Extensions last 2 days and you only have 3, use them wisely!
❤ No faceplastering or photoskinning!
❤ Drops are tolerated, no-shows are not!
❤ No redos unless I specifically tell you to.
❤ Couples can be straight or same-sex.
❤ This will start when I have atleast 10 models.
❤ This will be Non-Elimination
Themes!
Vegas ***Reserved by Hannah***
Black Tie ***Reserved by Mat***
Country Chic ***Reserved by Maggie***
Parisian Nights ***Reserved by Cheerio***
Beach wedding ***Reserved by Ayanasamura***
Romance ***Reserved by Angela***
Vintage ***Reserved by SimsLover***
Entry Form-
Username-
Models Name-
HS (White background, white top, hair in updo)-
BS (White background, short white dress, hair down)-
Partners Name-
Type Of Wedding:
Waiting For:
Lala and Evelyn Roy (Seasonal)
Sugar and Skye Scott (Princess)
Mat and Paige Ryan (Black Tie)
SimLover and Alice Cline (Vintage)
Assignment In:
Maggie and Bailey Church (Country Chic)
Angela and Serenity Holder (Romance)
Cheerio and Lily Guinness (Parisian Nights)
Hannah and Belle Raven (Vegas)
Ayanasmaura and Dominique Streeter (Beach)
I am looking for one judge. If you would like to be it, sign up here!
Judges Form-
Username-
Experience-
Communication (email or unbound)-
Headshot- Black background, white shirt
Luce & Kennady
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A3- Bridal Beauty Headshots
Welcome to A3, everybody! For this assignment, you'll have to showcase your model in a bridal headshot- make sure it shows off your theme!![/b]
The story will be about getting to know your bride. Weather it's a childhood story, their thoughts on their wedding, etc.
Bridezillas!
For the bridezilla sabotage, I used this 8 sided die http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks1/maths/dice/eight.htm each person coinsided with a number. (1=Maggie. 2=Ayana. 3=Hannah. 4=Angela. 5=Cheerio. 6=Mat. 7=SimLover. 8=No one.) and this would determine who got sabotaged... and this week it's HANNNAH!
Sabotage Assignment (Hannah)
For the sabotage, you'll have to have an unflattering photo of your model- may it be a bad facial expression, a bad photographer, etc.
Requirements!
❤Headshot
❤Must have your bride only
❤Must have bridal fashion
❤Plain background OR set
❤Must have a thin black border
Due: May 12th
Maggie and Bailey Church
The thoughts of the big day keep swirling around and around. Bailey must have gone over the moment a thousand times in her head. Be the one thing she keeps coming back to is how lonely and empty her side of the seating for the ceremony will be. No one will be there. No sobbing mother, no father to walk her down the isle. No friends, no family.... just a few empty seats. What will everyone from Mitch's family think? 'Maybe I should re-think the seating, the ceremony, EVERYTHING??!!' Bailey says, now crying to herself. At the moment Bailey's tears start to roll down her cheek, Anna comes in, and quickly rushes to Bailey.
"Aww, Bailey, why are you crying?" Anna asks, in the sweetest, most concerned tone Bailey has heard.
"Anna, I'm just so sad. I miss my parents, and the thought of not having them here to share this joy is the hardest, most complicated feeling ever...."
"But they are here, with you right now. Just like my mommy, she's with me everywhere I go. Just 'cuz you can't see them, doesn't mean they are not here."
Mitch had been quietly listening in the next room, in tears himself. How could such a young child have such a positive outlook? Hearing his daughter comfort his bride was more heartwarming than he could imagine. Mitch knows he made the right choice in asking Bailey to be his wife, and now, more than ever, feels that Anna also feels the same.
"Anna..." Bailey looking into Anna's eyes, seeing the love Anna had developed for her, seeing the future looking brighter, says "you are perfect, and you father is very lucky to have you, and so am I. I really do love you Anna. You always know what to say, and are so thoughtful and loving to me. What would I do without you?" Bailey reaches out for Anna in a Motherly Embrace. Hugging Anna made her feel so warm, and loved. Over Anna's shoulder, Bailey can see Mitch, tears on his face, walking up to the both of them. Bailey reaches out for him and grabs him into the embrace. She will cherish this moment forever, just the three of them, here, now, perfect.
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Ayanasamura and Dominique Streeter
Age 7.
I skip along the beach my pastel pink flower dress flowing out behind me, the cool water lapping at my bare feet. As I reached the spot that was in line with a big rock I wasn't aloud to pass I heard a slight hum of music, being nosy I skipped across the sand to the rock and peered round it.. A little ahead of me I spotted a very beautiful bride striding down the isle to a beautiful melody as all her guests awed and cried tears of happiness as she reached the aisle. I crouch onto my knees and watch around the rock as the beautiful ceremony took place wishing that could be me being married on the beach one day.
Present day.
I open my eyes and peer around at Amelia lying next to me, I was so glad to be waking up to her. Quietly I get up out of bed pulling on my robe then slouching into the chair beside the window with the view of the beach. I had somewhat forgot about that day, but here I was now dreaming of it. How could I have ever knew that my wish on that day was coming true.
Hannah and Belle Raven
Vegas! initially, I was disbelieving. Vegas? For our holidays?
It was only when Mother showed me the tickets that I truly believed her. I so cannot wait to brag about this to my friends! They'll be so jealous! Tehe! I'm going to start marking my calendar right now. Just ... one month to go!
Oh my gosh. We're here! One month did not come fast enough, it totally dragged. Still, it's here now, thank goodness. As we exit the plane, my eyes wander over to the towering buildings and bright neon signs.
It's better than I ever could have imagined. Thank you, Mom and Dad!
As Mom, Dad and I pile into a taxi, Dad asks if it would be okay if they went out for a little bit, and I stayed in the hotel room. He assures me they will be back by half twelve at night. They need "alone time",he says. Well, of course I'll let them have a little fun. It's Vegas! Duh. And, I am fourteen years old, I'm not a child.
As we drive through the city, I make sure to take loads of pictures on my camera. I'll get them printed out when we're home.
Okay, Mom and Dad just left. I have a whole hotel room to myself! Yay!! I watch TV, text, read some magazines, order some food, and after I eat, I have a long, relaxing, warm bath. This vacation is so perfect.
When I grudgingly get out of the bath, I see that it is quarter to one. Huh, Mom and Dad are fifteen minutes late. Whatever. They're probably just trying to get a taxi, or something.
1:00am, still not here.
1:30am, they're an hour late.
2:00am, umm where are they?
3:00am, why aren't they here yet?!?!
My phone has no messages, no missed calls. I try to get some sleep, but I only drift in and out of consciousness a few times. I break my resolve and call them for a third time. No answer. This is getting creepy. Not to mention the fact is thundering rain outside. I hate rain.
Each time I hear footsteps walking in the halls, I fervently hope its my parents. But their footsteps do not come. Urgh! How could they not think to call? Don't they know I'm worried sick about them?
At about half three, I hear a gentle click, followed by staggering footsteps. Are they here? What's if it's not them? No, only they have the key. But what if it's a member of the staff, and they have the key, and the try to kidnap me!
"Hahhahaha. Oh, no. Not with Belle in the room!" Nope it's mom. And by the sounds of it, they are totally drunk. No wonder they didn't call! How dare they!
"Lets lock her in the bathroom, she wont notice, babe, she's soundddd aslleeep." Dad slurs, as I get the sudden urge to fling my book at him. Lock me in the bathroom? And, i've never heard him call mom "babe" before.
So after a drunken, ridiculous conversation, my parents retire to bed to get some shut eye. (I try to ignore Moms repetitive giggles)
After what seems like forever, I finally sleep.
When I woke up we didn't go out until three, and beforehand I had to go down to the gift shop and buy my parents some sunglasses.
Well, at least I had fun for the rest of the week. But I would've liked that extra day.
I won't worry myself with it though. I'll go to Vegas again, someday. For what, I don't know.
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Angela and Serenity Holder
Serenity was nervous. She knew she loved Cameron, and she knew that they belonged together, but she was so nervous. As her bridesmaids helped her dress for the bridal photo-shoot, she had to keep clearing her throat to try and dislodge the knot that had formed there. She wondered if Cameron was this nervous. Was he breaking a sweat? Would he even be standing at the end of the isle when it was time? Her mind was racing as she stood in front of the backdrop. As the camera flashed, the photographer looked annoyed. “Smile please. It is your wedding day after all” Tears began to form in Serenity’s eyes because she felt bad for feeling this way. All of a sudden there was a knock at the door. When Lexie opened the door Serenity could see Cameron’s best man, Drake hand her something. Lexie came over smiling and held out a rose and an envelope with Serenity’s name written on the front. As Serenity opened the envelope and read the note, the tears left her eyes.
My sweet Serenity,
I cannot wait to kiss you. I’ll be waiting for you.
I Love you,
Cameron
As laughter bubbled inside her, Serenity brought that rose to her nose. As the camera flashed, her doubts faded as she thought of the many long years she would have with that amazing man. She couldn’t wait to kiss him either.
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Mat and Paige Ryan
Paige paced the small library-office-room-thingie in her parent's old house that once belonged to her great grandmother. She was in New Orleans waiting for David to come back with something for lunch.
She was nervous, yet she wasn't for sure why. I mean, who has cold feet weeks before their wedding?
She looked outside for David's car once more, then liked at the old grandfather clock across the room.
Paige decided to call her maid of honor. No answer.
She then phones her mom, and finally, on the last ring she answered.
"Hey mom!", saying it in her fake cheerful voice.
"What's wrong? Paige?"
Her mom knew her so well, it was uncanny.
Paige told her about the nerves she was feeling.
"Well, do you love David?"
"Of course!"
"Then sweety, you are just having some pre-wedding nerves. I know you know that, but you just need to take a break and do something other than wedding things. I know the wedding is important, but you don't ever need to literally become your wedding, so like I said, take a break. Do something for yourself. Spend time with David. You are in New Orleans for Pete's sake!"
Paige weakly chuckled, then said, "Thanks mom, you always help. Love you."
"Love you too."
Paige had reserved the hotel and reception hall already, both 1 block away from the French Quarter, so her reason for coming down there was done. So, taking her mom's advice, once David pulled into the driveway, they decided to take a picnic to a small park and to take a tour through the French Quarter.
A note from your host!
Everyone has done wonderfully with their second assignment, but I feel the need to remind you- read the assignments carefully! For this round, a lot of you had your model shopping for their bridal gown when we wanted to see bridesmaid dresses/bridal shower. Just remember to follow the requirements, please. I actually had to change a future assignment because of this and I do not want to have to do that again! Also, I am sorry that the scores have been taking awhile- my grandfather has recently passed and I haven’t been in the greatest shape, and Kennady is sick. We will try to be on the ball with the next scores. Also, be sure to submit on time- all these extensions are driving me mad!
1st: SimLover with Alice Cline
Luce Says:
8/10 Theme
10/10 Story
10/10 Creativity
4/5 Appearance
4/5 Quality
5/5 Overall
41/45
A big thanks for following requirements, Sim Lover! Your boutique is absolutely adorable, and I love the view out of the window. Your story is also super sweet and cheeky, I love how much fun the girls are having together. Wonderful job!
Kennady Says:
Theme (Is the wedding theme represented?) 4/10
Your theme is not represented at all in your picture or your story, but I do get a bit of a vintage vibe just make sure it’s more distinguished next time.
Story (Does it go with the picture?) 8/10
I like your story and it goes well with the picture.
Creativity 9/10
By far the most creative story line just wish the set was a bit more creative picture J
Appearance 4/5
Your models look great, except your brides laughing face looks a bit unnatural at its angle with the picture. Quality 4/5
Everything looks great; I just wish it was a tad bit brighter.
Overall 5/5
Overall you did a great job and I love the emotion captured in your photo.
34/45
75/90
2nd: Maggie and Bailey Church
Luce Says:
6/10 Theme
7/10 Story
7/10 Creativity
4/5 Appearance
5/5 Quality
4/5 Overall
33/45
Lovely photo, Maggie- but need I say you didn’t follow the requirements. The photo was supposed to be shopping for bridesmaid dresses, not the bridal gown. Therefore, I didn’t award you the four extra points from the sabotage. Judging what you did though, I like the story and the styling here, the story is especially cheeky and cute! I like how you’ve played the sabotage and the setting is perfect. Good job!
Kennady Says:
Theme (Is the wedding theme represented?) 4/10
The theme wasn’t well represented in the picture or the story other than the small town vibe. However I do like the boutique and the character the place has.
Story (Does it go with the picture?) 10/10
Amazing as always J I might need to hire you do my English papers :P
Creativity 10/10
Very creative! I loved the idea. Not too dramatic, but still a little crazy J
Appearance 5/5
Everybody looks great.
Quality 3/5
The pose of the girl ripping the dress is a huge distraction. I know it’s really hard to find poses without some sort of a glitch, but it’s kind of noticeable and takes away from your picture.
Overall 9/5
Overall, you did a good job. I went ahead and added the sabotage bonus here because you did fantastic making a great photo with a story even with a twist.
41/45
74/90
3rd: Mat and Paige Ryan
Luce Says:
8/10 Theme
8/10 Story
7/10 Creativity
3/5 Appearance
5/5 Quality
4/5 Overall
35/45
This should’ve been bridesmaid, not bridal gowns, but I digress. I really like your story here, and the styling (while not what we were looking for) is good, so is the story. Good job.
Kennady Says:
Theme (Is the wedding theme represented?) 4/10
Your theme is not directly represented in the picture, but I can pick up on a black tie vibe. Next time make sure the theme is more distinctly represented.
Story (Does it go with the picture?) 8/10
I really like your story. It goes well with the photo J
Creativity 7/10
Your story was not extremely creative, but I really like the creativity in the composition of your picture Appearance 5/5
Everybody looks great in your picture. I love your brides dress and even more the setting. Quality 5/5
Great quality photo.
Overall 5/5
Overall I loved your picture it was very well done J
34/45
69/90
4th: Angela and Serenity Holder
Luce Says:
7/10 Theme
8/10 Story
10/10 Creativity
4/5 Appearance
5/5 Quality
5/5 Overall
39/45
Finally! Thank you for following the rules by doing the ‘maids dresses, hardly any one else did! I really like the dresses you chose for the girls and I like everyones poses. Also, the boutique is super cute, along with the story. Nicely done!
Kennady Says:
Theme (Is the wedding theme represented?) 2/10
Your theme is not represented at all in your picture or your story.
Story (Does it go with the picture?) 8/10
I like your story and it goes well with the picture.
Creativity 6/10
I liked the idea and your story, but the dress shop in the picture looked really plain for being a boutique.
Appearance 4/5
Your models look great, um but it is important that at least one model makes eye contact with the camera especially the type of picture it is.
Quality 5/5
Great quality photo.
Overall 3/5
Overall you did a good job. In the next assignment put more focus on the setting. You’ve mastered the art of creating beautiful models :P
28/45
67/90
5th: Ayana and Dominique Streeter
Luce Says:
8/10 Theme
8/10 Story
7/10 Creativity
4/5 Appearance
5/5 Quality
4/5 Overall
36/45
Ayana- need I say that Dominique isn’t supposed to be trying on gowns? A lot of people missed that requirement, it was supposed to be bridesmaid dress shopping. Apart from that, I think this a good photo, not the best, but it’s okay. The styling of Dominique is great, but I’m not a fan of the poses for her friends, and the boutique is a little plain Jane. Overall, nice photo, Ayana!
Kennady Says:
Theme (Is the wedding theme represented?) 4/10
I could see the beach in the background slightly I just wish you would’ve emphasized it more.
Story (Does it go with the picture?) 5/10
I love the dear diary idea next time just spend more time on it.
Creativity 4/10
It was extremely creative. I know your potential and I just want to push you to produce something better and more creative.
Appearance 5/5
Your models are dressed beautifully. Your models wedding dress was definitely my favorite.
Quality 5/5
Your picture is of excellent quality. wonderful job.
Overall 3/5
Overall your picture wasn’t bad I just wish it had more of a purpose. Next week really focus on bringing out the beach.
26/45
62/90
6th: Hannah and Belle Raven
Luce Says:
7/10 Theme
7/10 Story
7/10 Creativity
4/5 Appearance
4/5 Quality
4/5 Overall
33/45
Bridesmaid dresses, not bridal should’ve been happening here, but you already know that. Apart from that, this is a good photo, I like the boutique styling, and the appearance of the three girls, especially the outfit on the redhead! I also am a fan of your story. Nice job, Hannah!
Kennady Says:
Theme (Is the wedding theme represented?) 4/10
The only sign of Vegas is in your story when you said “busting city” other than that your theme was not relevant.
Story (Does it go with the picture?) 7/10
The story was good, but it just lacked a lot of depth.
Creativity 3/10
Neither your picture, nor your story was very creative. I’ve seen you produce great work before and want to see something a little more out there.
Appearance 4/5
Your models look great J however the floor is very distracting, I recommend next time using something less bright.
Quality 2/5
The picture is really dark in my opinion.
Overall 3/5
Overall you met all the requirements and nothing was really bad. On your next assignment really put focus on your bride and having her stand out she seemed to blend in.
23/45
56/90
Winner Log
Mock- Engagement Photos- Maggie and Bailey Church
A1- Flowers/Color Scheme- Cheerio and Lily Guinness & Ayana and Dominique Streeter
A2- Bridesmaids Dresses- SimLover and Alice Cline
A3- Bridal Beauty-
Reserve me, please!
Black tie all the way ^-^
reserve me beach wedding please, will have everything up as soon as I can
(luce already knows about game troubles which I am fixing right now)
Country Chic!!
Reserved
I'm working on my Jungle assignment, and i'll get right on this!
Okay, please reserve me for a romance wedding.
Reserved Angela
Models Name- Paige Ryan
HS (White background, white top, hair in updo)-
BS (White background, short white dress, hair down)-
Partners Name- David French
Type Of Wedding- Black Tie
Models Name- Bailey Church
HS (White background, white top, hair in updo)-
BS (White background, short white dress, hair down)-
Partners Name- Mitch Rockwell
Type Of Wedding: Country Chic
Edited to add: Partners name and type of weeding, 'cuz i forgot to last night!
Everyones reserved!
Looks great Mat and Maggie!
PrincessLala95
Model's Name
Evelyn Roy
Headshot
Bodyshot
Partner's Name
I'm still calling him John, so...John... xD
Type of Wedding
Winter Wonderland/Seasonal
wow she's a beauty.
Really excited about taking part in this. Two questions:
1. Are berry sims allowed in this competition? My sims tend to be unnaturally coloured.
2. Can I reserve a 'Gothic' theme wedding?
Thanks