This will be his 3rd marriage but my first. I really want to have my dream wedding with the dress and everything, but he feels like it wouldn't be proper since it will be his third. Since it is my first wedding we can still have a traditional ceremony and reception right?
It's the first wedding for the both of you together so you can have the wedding you want. As long as the bride and groom agree on all of the details.
There are a few considerations though. If you're having a bridal shower, anyone who gave for your groom;s first wedding wouldn't be obligated to give again so be careful when asked for a guest list for a shower.