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Munich Destination Wedding: Tips, Products & Planning for my 2027 Wedding

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We’re getting married… in Munich, Germany!✨ When I started planning, I couldn’t find anyone sharing how to pull off an affordable wedding in Munich, so I’m changing that. I’ll be documenting everything: what I’m wearing, using, packing, my prep tips,...@hanniebe for all the details.
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Wearing

Does anybody else not feel like a bride even though they're engaged? That's me currently, so while I'm navigating those feelings, here is everything I'm wearing as a 5'10, size M/L, during my bridal era.

 
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Wearing this for my engagement photos, I'm 5'10, ordered a size large so it was long enough!
Tall girl friendly, looks so chic!
 
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I got the white ones for our engagement photo shoot to wear with jeans, they are so cute and comfortable! I'm planning to wear these for my other engagement/wedding events, planning, etc. to have a cute and comfortable touch of white added to all thi...
Women's Rebecca Embellished Strap Mary Jane Flats with Memory Foam Insole - A New Day™ Ivory 6.5: Buckle Closure, Textured Outsole
 
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I wore these for my engagement photos and I LOVE! They are so cute and look very timeless, they are decently high, I'm 5'10 and felt very tall but I don't mind that, I love the closed toe part so I can wear them for all seasons for upcoming bridal ev...
Marnie Ankle Strap Pump
 
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I got the red ones! They are so comfy and dress up any outfit, make jeans look so much more elevated, wearing a dress with these is a very cutesy look. I wore them for a photoshoot with a white dress.
A New Day Mary Jane Flats: Comfort & Style
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I wore this for my outdoorsy engagement dress! I got a size small, I'm 5'10 with a small chest and it fit perfectly. It's so comfortable and I'm planning to wear it for other bridal events over the next year. SO comfortable! I wore with the red mary ...
Long White Dresses for Women | Various Styles & Sizes Available
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Obsessed with this dress! We took photos in a downtown area so I wanted a more city, modern looking dress, this was so perfect. It's so comfortable and I love that I'll be able to wear this for other things that aren't bridal.
Vega Maxi Dress in Black & White
 
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Not the prettiest, but comfortable and tummy control! I wore a satin dress and needed something that was going to smooth everything out, this worked great! I like that it's a thong so I can layer it, and no lines.
Tummy Control High Waist Seamless Thong

Accessorizing

 
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I used these press ons for my engagement photos and they look so real and natural in the photos. Easy to put on and they lasted my 5 days, which is better than some other brands I've used. Press ons aren't my favorite but these worked well.
Nude Press On Nails in Short
 
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I've been using the white in between nail appointments and the two step gel nail polish is the best. It typically stays on for about 10 days if I'm not too harsh on the wear and tear. But i love that it doesn't chip randomly, the sides slowly start t...
essie Gel Couture 2-Step Nail Polish, First Fitting
 
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Holy Grail of nail polish removers! I hate using cotton pads and they take forever, two swipes of a nail in this pot and my full nail is clean. If I want to redo my nail polish or change colors, this makes it SO much easier and it's so quick. Magic.
Polish Remover Pot

Makeup/Skincare

I'm doing my own makeup for my wedding! I have until May 2027 to nail down my bridal makeup, here's what I'm testing and trying and using! 

 
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I love a cream blush, I've had this one for over a year and still reach for it every time I do my makeup. Sometimes, this is the only thing I wear for the day to feel put together!
Lip + Cheek Cream Blush Stick & Lip Color
 
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Prep your skin! It helps keep your makeup on longer. I use this after the shower before my moisturizer to lock in all the hydration I can before putting on makeup.
Holy Hydration! Hydrating Serum
 
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Prep your face for a full day! This is an inexpensive option for a primer that works wonders. It kept my makeup on all day during my trial and I'm a firm believer that prepping your face is what keeps your makeup all day.
Power Grip Primer

Shhh... I'm sharing Munich Wedding venues here first, before TikTok!

I'm doing a series over on TikTok of my wedding planning journey, sharing all the tips and tricks of destination wedding planning on a budget, while living in America. Here are the wedding venues I've researched and spots we ~almost~ chose for our ow... 

 
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Located in the English Gardens in Munich, this venue is beautiful! They have a beer garden and food menu if you just want to visit, but they also have weddings. Their packages include set up/take down, tables, chairs, ceremony space, dinner space, an...
Aumeister
 
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Just south of Munich, this spot is tucked away in the forest, (forsthaus, lol). If you're looking for a venue in between some of the most beautiful lakes and city center of Munich, this might be a good option to look into. The aesthetic is much more ...
Forsthaus Wörnbrunn
 
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If you're having a mid-sized wedding, up to 140 people, this could be an amazing option. The venue is unreal, it's picture perfect and is in the countryside right outside Munich. There is not a hotel on site, but there are options in the villages ver...
Die Kaltmühle - Die Eventlocation im Münchner Norden
 
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Aufhausen Castle! Northeast of Munich city center, this small but beautiful castle is nestled right outside the German Village Erding (which is also a very picturesque village to explore). There are many different rooms to rent to fit the size of you...
Schloss Aufhausen

Will you be my bridesmaid?

 
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Since we're doing a destination wedding, I thought it would be useful to have a bag that can either hold their makeup OR what I use these for, is socks, bras, and underwear during my trip. This might be TMI, but I hate not separating clean and dirty ...
Small Quilted Drawstring Puffer Cosmetic Bag
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Since we're doing a destination wedding, I thought it would be useful to have a bag that can either hold their makeup OR what I use these for, is socks, bras, and underwear during my trip. This might be TMI, but I hate not separating clean and dirty ...
Quilted Coquette Cosmetic Travel Bag
 
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Another bridesmaid bag for makeup OR to hold socks, underwear, bras, while traveling. I got a different one for each girl based on their style, and it adds a little extra sentiment.
Large Barrel Travel Cosmetic Bag Nylon Organizer
 
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Another one for one of my bridesmaids!
Poceacles Leopard Print Foldable Makeup Bag
 
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Travel size for each girl to have a nicer brush on the go. I love using mine while traveling and the small size fits in every purse and travel bag I have.
Wet Brush Mini Detangler Hair Brush, Blue
 
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We're going to Europe! This is one of those things I have forgotten so many times while traveling, and I love a practical gift. This takes one thing they have to buy for the wedding week off their list and they'll have it for all future trips too!
2 Pack European Travel Plug Adapter, 4 Outlets, 3 USB