I have a 15 year old daughter. I don't know whether to wear a wedding gown, or something more along the lines of a dress for Mother of the Bride? I feel odd in a wedding dress this old and with a child. I really don't know what to do.
2007-06-15 06:30:27 · 44 answers · asked by kait_1213 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Wear whatever you feel most comfortable wearing. Only you can answer that! :-)
2007-06-15 06:32:46 · answer #1 · answered by blueyeznj 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋
I know what you mean. I'm a 48-year-old first-time bride. It's my fiance's first marriage, too and no kids ofr either of us. But, even with that, I just didn't feel right in a traditional poofy wedding dress. Instead, I got a simple, but elegant, formal dress in a light ivory color. It's floor-length, with a chiffon skirt. The top has lacing up the back and light sequinning in the bodice. The lacing and sequins give it a wedding-y look without my feeling ridiculous. I also paid much less for my formal than I would have for a traditional wedding dress ($98 instead of thousands). Keep looking around until you find something you like that you're going to feel comfortable about wearing. I certainly have seen older brides (and not just first-timers) in full, traditional, white wedding gowns, so if that's what you really want to do, then go ahead. Best wishes.
2007-06-15 07:25:38 · answer #2 · answered by Trivial One 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is perfectly appropriate for you to wear a wedding gown, if you feel comfortable with it. Maybe just wear a white dress that is not quite as elaborate as a lot of wedding gowns are these days. That might be a little more comfortable for you.
My grandfather who is almost 80 recently remarried a woman who was 65 and getting married for the first time. She wore a beautiful white dress. It was long, but no train, and very simple. She looked beautiful.
2007-06-15 15:25:49 · answer #3 · answered by curious 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honey, you ARE the bride! Not the bride's mother!! :) A woman can look beautiful & wear a beautiful dress at any age. And as it's your wedding, you have a right to look as gorgeous as ever.
If you don't want a traditional wedding gown, why not go to some good department stores to look for a white/ivory evening dress? I'm sure the sales staff there can help. :)
Just keep it simple & elegant, and don't pick anything that shows too much skin. (For example, either show your lower legs, or your arms -- not both at the same time. Anything backless/strapless might make you uncomfortable.)
2007-06-15 06:56:06 · answer #4 · answered by amfalsarraj 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you are better off with a real nice evening gown. If you are not comfortable with a wedding dress, don't wear one. It's all about you on that day. Who cares if you were married before.... Do what feels right. Maybe you want to get your daughters input. She might have some ideas.
Well, I wish you all the best and hope things work out - dress and all!
2007-06-15 06:34:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wear what you want and make it your day!!! I got married to an older man. It was my 1st wedding and his 3rd. I decided I wanted to wear a big ole white wedding gown (had been toying with the idea of a flowery casual dress, but then decided to go for it!).
Sit down and think about how you can make it YOUR day! If you are thin, David's Bridal has some great gowns you can get for relatively cheap ($100 - $300). If you are a little larger, like me, try eBay. I got a great gown for under $300. :)
Congrats and good luck! :)
2007-06-15 06:35:05 · answer #6 · answered by searching_please 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations!!! If you feel uncomfortable in a wedding dress then why don't you just buy a nice white dress that is dressy, but not formal. Don't spend money on a wedding dress if you aren't going to like wearing it. There are many websites online that offer real pretty dresses for weddings that aren't wedding gowns. Good Luck!!
2007-06-15 06:35:01 · answer #7 · answered by Steven's Love 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd go with a less formal wedding gown. I actually model wedding gowns so I have a few pictures if you'd like to see what I have in mind. Here, I'll just include a link.
http://img156.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img17411lg3.jpg
Keep in mind, this is your FIRST wedding, looking like a beautiful bride! The length makes it less of formal wedding gown but it's still a beautiful wedding dress. If you like something like that, I was modeling that show for David's Bridal.
2007-06-15 08:13:48 · answer #8 · answered by JoAnn 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a professional wedding/event coordinator and consultant.
OLD FASHION ettiquetes would say that you should wear something of champange/beige color. As far as the style of the dress is entirely up to you. Your dress has to be something you are comfortable in wearing for the time of the wedding.
MODERN DAY ettiquetes have changed through the years so much. Most modern brides dresses very in color and style. For weddings now a days pretty much everything is left up to the Bride and what she wants.
If you feel odd in a wedding dress and prefer something simplier then do so. It's your day and its a day you want to remember as your happiest. You are to be unqiue on your day. So all in all i dare you to be different, it'll be somehting everyone will remember. They will remember how different this wedding is and how the wedding was really fitting for YOU.
2007-06-15 06:50:24 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 47 - not married but have a partner. i suggest you stay away from the ballroom type of wedding dress and go for a smart suit ( trouser or skirt) or coat dress in ivory. if the wedding is in tne morning a hat with a tiny veil would be ideal - if in the a more daring evening style gown in ivory or beige with a head dress would be great. Take care on cut and style to flatter your figure and congratulations.
2007-06-15 06:44:05 · answer #10 · answered by Scarlet 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wear a wedding dress. you will be beautiful and your daughter can be your maid of honer. I think it sounds lovely. there are some nice and simple dresses. they don't have to be a wedding gown,.you can just wear a nice pretty dress. and oh yes. have a nice time. and be happy.. in fact you getting married at 47 makes me at 44 think. that maybe I will find love some day,. I had it and lost it. well thats a long story but have a great life!
2007-06-15 06:37:51 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋