I don't think that my youthful yet elegant mother wants to wear a muu muu down the aisle. But I also don't think she wants to wear a strapless ball gown. HELP!
2006-09-26 07:07:11 · 15 answers · asked by amber 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Great question! I have been struggling with this, as well, because it seems that the dresses go directly from bridesmaid to old maid. There seems to be no in-between, in particular from the bridal shops that offer MOB dresses.
For my daughter's upcoming wedding, I will be shopping at my local malls, probably around New Year's...Fortunately, she's doing a black & white event, so it shouldn't be too much trouble to find a "little black dress".
I might suggest that you & your mother do some similar shopping...keep in mind that if you have time, there's not only New Year's Eve, but also prom season, and even perhaps Valentine's Day. Many of the stores should have lots of options for these events.
2006-09-26 07:19:18 · answer #1 · answered by abfabmom1 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think this is just a matter of shopping in a few well chosen stores.
The MOB (Mother of Bride) should wear something dignified, but with some pizazz, while obviously not attracting attention away from the Bride. MOBs wear blue a lot, Ive noticed, and I don't know why... I say, personally, skip the huge ostentatious corsage as well, and skip the Dyed-to-Match shoes too.
2006-09-26 07:12:29 · answer #2 · answered by Clarkie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Something dressy and classy that looks good on her that's neither white nor black.
Don't go with what the bridal shops tell you she needs to wear -- they just want to take your money (and don't care if she looks silly or feels uncomfortable or wrong).
2006-09-26 08:22:08 · answer #3 · answered by tehabwa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you already know a mom of the bride gown purely ought to in good shape the marriage you need to appear in shops or gown shops or clothier shops Do they want an prolonged gown or tea length or short gown?
2016-12-15 14:44:01 · answer #4 · answered by rickert 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most bridal shops offer a mother of the bride section. let her pick something she finds attractive and comfortable as she'll be doing alot of socializing that day.
congrats!
2006-09-26 07:15:33 · answer #5 · answered by autumnl78 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How about a nice tailored suit.... something in a nuetral color with a pop of pink in the blouse.. and a great fashionable shoe...
2006-09-26 07:15:10 · answer #6 · answered by limgrn_maria 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just a nice, tasteful, classy dress - they should be able to help out at dress shops. Something sparkly.
2006-09-26 23:24:53 · answer #7 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go with a nice skirt suit, they're usually flattering on any figure. I'm 45.
2006-09-26 07:13:07 · answer #8 · answered by Ivyvine 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A stylish pantsuit with feminine touches.
2006-09-26 07:08:59 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd suggest something really pretty in a style that favors her body type, yet comfy and in a color that complements her.
2006-09-26 07:11:15 · answer #10 · answered by liljewel 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋