I did the jp thing first time around, would like to do a real wedding this time. What's appropriate for a middle age bride with children to wear? Where are all the lady experts, weigh in on this for me, please! :) Thanks in advance.
2007-02-05 13:32:36 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I remember when my step-mom and my dad were married in our local church. My dad wore a cocoa brown suit and my mom wore a teal green dress. Lovely, September wedding, over 25 years ago and still counting.
Sometimes, I find myself thinking the same question about what to wear if I was to get remarried. I have been divorced over 13 years now, but I am dating a wonderful man. Since I am not one for traditions, on wedding gowns and such. I would wear a real pretty dark green or deep purple gown if got married again.
The day's of traditional white for being a virgin on your wedding day is not the case anymore. I believe that every bride to be no matter how many times around the block should wear what ever she wants it is her day.
For example, my best friend's wedding was done in a theme of teal, white and light purple. (Her first and his second wedding.) Be creative and have fun. If your children are old enough why not ask them what they think.
Congratulations on the up coming wedding.
May the sun shine brightly, the birds sing lightly and your heart be as light as air on your blessed day.
2007-02-05 13:59:14 · answer #1 · answered by Gotta Love My GSD 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ya know, I am 43, I too did the JP thing the first time around years and years ago. The second time I decided (well we :-) that we would have a wedding in Vegas. I wore a beautiful teal colored dress. It was wonderful.
You wear whatever you want. This is a special time in YOUR life and your fiances'. If I would have gone with a church type wedding, I would certainly wear white if I wanted too.
Congrats!!
2007-02-05 13:45:11 · answer #2 · answered by soozemusic 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was told by a catholic priest that it is not the color of the dress that matters. It is your intentions for the marriage that really matter. He said you can wear black if you really wanted to as long as when you say those vows you really truly with your whole heart mean them.
So wear whatever style and color you want. If you try on a blinding white princess dress and it looks fabulous and you feel great then do it! If you prefer an ivory pant suit then do it! Do not care what other people think of the wedding unless your going to care what they think about your marriage. Unless your trying to respect an elders views, remember that it's your day, and your future husbands. Do whatever makes you happy.
2007-02-05 14:06:43 · answer #3 · answered by c_jrose 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first off congratulaions! this is going to be a happy day for you both. wear whatever you like. take a few close friends,go to dress shops and spend the whole day looking and trying on dresses. some brides go with a dress they'll wear one time, others with skirt/pants suits. when you find the dress, you'll know in your heart of hearts. the gentleman who answered really is rare, if it were most men, they would be thinking of after the wedding. i gave him a thumbs up
best wishes and many years of happiness to you and you're new husband
2007-02-05 13:48:34 · answer #4 · answered by ♥ cat furrever ♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obviously, a long white dress with a train and veil would look ridiculous! LOL
I think any length is acceptable. What length would you feel comfortable in? What colors do you look best in? I think you should look at some dressy dresses and see what looks best on you. I love lace for an elegant look, and it looks good on most women, large or small. Just stay away from the cocktail type dresses that show a lot of skin!
Best wishes to you!
2007-02-06 00:06:32 · answer #5 · answered by Cat Lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your first wedding was what it was, regardless of the circumstances. Your second wedding needs to be a small, low-key event. Wear just a pretty dress (no wedding gown), no big fancy setup like a traditional wedding or anything. Keep things simple. Just a ceremony, and family and close friends for a dinner.
2007-02-05 21:54:41 · answer #6 · answered by Lydia 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Really, if you want a beautiful princess-y gown, go for it, but if you're a little shy about that, then go with something lacy in an off-white. There are lots of beautiful choices if you search for "special occasion dresses" and/or "mother of the bride". Roaman's, Chadwick's, Sears, JCPenney, etc's websites are good places to start.
Congratulations & GO ALL OUT if that's what you want.
2007-02-05 14:06:00 · answer #7 · answered by Happy Wife 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
honestly, you can probably wear anything you want. it will depend on what type of wedding you are having. Traditionally the 2nd time around you aren't supposed to wear white, but this is 2007!! Have some fun!
2007-02-05 14:10:16 · answer #8 · answered by Dawnita 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Women are not the only experts in this department. Since this is your 2nd marriage i would think an off-white type wedding gown would be in order.
Unless of course you want people talking negatively about the gown during and after the wedding and reception.
Don't be foolish and wear a fully white dress as if you were a virgin bride. That would be way so tacky.
2007-02-05 13:37:05 · answer #9 · answered by michael_trussell 4 · 1⤊ 4⤋
I am in my mid-30's when i married my 2nd husband, we had a full out wedding, white dress, 4 bridesmaids, 2 jr bridesmaid, one of the jr's is our daughter who is four, and a flower girl, our son who is 10 was a jr groomsmen. i bought a full length white strapless with train wedding dress, my dad walked me down the aisle and gave me away. we decided that it was our special day and we wanted memories that will last a lifetime. the reception was a blast,a nd the wedding night is one i will never forget.
2007-02-05 14:23:46 · answer #10 · answered by Marie L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋