2007-08-08 23:16:49 · 36 answers · asked by wethy5 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
My stepmother did-it was a pretty black dress with ivory and gold flowers. She wore black because my bridesmaids wore black, and she asked me if it would be OK, and I said yes.
2007-08-08 23:31:44 · answer #1 · answered by Learning is fun! 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Typically, the mother of the bride wears whatever color she and the bride agree is appropriate and the mother feels comfortable in. I've been to several weddings recently where the MOB wore a chic black gown because they look classic and stylish (and can be worn for other occasions). It wasn't a symbol of disapproval whatsoever.
2016-05-17 21:18:24 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I disagree with everyone else.
If any of you have been to a funeral in the past few years, you'll know that the whole wearing black thing is not the thing to do anymore... a lot of people will wear color to celebrate the life of their lost loved one....
Therefore, I don't feel that black neccesarily symbolizes mourning anymore...
Black is fashionable and classy.
If it weren't, and it was so "mourningly", then why have the grooms always worn black or dark suits???
I'm having black cocktail length bridesmaids dresses for my SPRING (evening) wedding. (with"springy" bright green and ivory flowers and decor)
So to answer your question... if the bride's mother is comfortable in black (and the bride is ok with her wearing black---because obviously everyone's opinion is different) then YES she can wear black :)
2007-08-09 03:04:14 · answer #3 · answered by TraceyH 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes, many brides have a black/white theme. A classy black dress with the right accents can be very beautiful. Black and gold are a great combination.
2007-08-08 23:43:11 · answer #4 · answered by Grace P 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
OMG!!! I would have to say NO NO NO!!! In my experience I was raised to believe if a mother of the bride or groom wore black to her childs wedding that meant she didn't approve!!! I'm hoping your approves? My mom wanted to wear black because well its all she ever wears but I wont allow it...no she can not wear whatever she wants! She has to get the brides permission before she wears something! My mom always asks my opinion when she finds a new dress she likes for herself in the wedding. I think that's a mutual respect btwn mother and daughter. She should know its not her wedding and if you don't want her to wear something she should know you have the right to tell her not to! I don't know if you have a prob. with the black or if you might think its just taboo or just curious but I'd honestly say no...Guests may wear it (not knowing better) but I've never seen a MOTB wear black to a wedding...well once but she didn't like the guy her daughter was marrying! I don't think that's the message you want to throw off to guests...IDK its your wedding do what makes you happy...good luck and congrats!
2007-08-08 23:38:09 · answer #5 · answered by Mrs. B <3 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I love wearing black so I always have a hard time finding something to wear to weddings. Im not goth or anything thats just happens to be a good color for me. I would say she could get away with it if it was an evening wedding but shes not going to get good reactions. People will be making judgements like the ones prior.
Im sure she doesnt mean anything by it, she probably just liked the dress. She could find something close like dark blue or maroon.
2007-08-08 23:30:27 · answer #6 · answered by AM 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Yes, she can . . . but I think she should only do so at the bride's request. Example: Bride has decided on a black and white wedding.
2007-08-09 00:39:01 · answer #7 · answered by Suz123 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hì there. I think that the bride's mother should wear something more in keeping with the function. A wedding is a happy occassion and should reflect the same in one's dress code. If you really like wearing black, ( like me ), then wear a part of your attire in black and not the entire outfit. I hope i have helped.
2007-08-08 23:35:29 · answer #8 · answered by Ghøst 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
No one should wear black ever to a wedding. Black is for moaning and wedding are a celebration. Mom of the bride should wear cream or off white.
2007-08-09 01:55:23 · answer #9 · answered by smilies1998 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If the wedding begins at 4pm or later it is perfectly fine. It is very elegant and classy for an evening wedding. Most weddings in the evening, at least in the northeast, the guests and the mothers can and do wear black.
2007-08-09 01:08:45 · answer #10 · answered by Luv2Answer 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Only if the bridesmaids dresses are black and white, but otherwise no as it looks like she is opposing the wedding instead of supporting it. the brides mom should also not wear white to out shine the bride. cream or any other color is fine but no black...
2007-08-09 00:45:58 · answer #11 · answered by THE UK WILDCAT FAMILY 10 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋