My daughter is getting married on Aug. 27, 2005. My daughter's dress is Ivory. The bridesmaids are wearing Latte which is a stunning light brown. The men are wearing black tuxedos with vests that are brown and black. The Mother of the Groom has already bought her dress and it is the color plum. I did not want to buy a black dress even though my daughter suggested it. However I searched high and low for the right dress and found a beautiful black dress. The only other color the dress comes in is a copper and the bridal shop is unable to show me the color sample. I was fearful of ordering in a copper color that I may not look good in. I love the black dress. The problem is that my mother and sister feel that I should not wear black. I am worried that I may get the same reaction from other guests. I know that my dress and the mother of the groom should complement each other. Do you think I should order it in in the color copper or get the black dress that I know I look good in.
Please do get the black dress and feel very comfortable with it. Black is not taboo any longer and if it fits and feels right, it goes with everything. Fear not, enjoy. Nancy Tucker President of Weddings Beautiful US http://www.weddingsbeautiful.com and http://www.coordinatorscorner.com
The answer to this question is easy, wear the black dress! Black goes with everything and will compliment the bridal party and the MOG. You would be taking a big risk ordering the copper dress, especially without being able to see the color on you. My only suggestion with the copper dress is to see if the dress shop has another dress in a different style, but in the same color and fabric. Then you will be able to try it on and see if you like the copper color on you. Then you can order the dress in that color...only if you like it better than the black one. Don't just order it so be wearing black. Still get the dress that you feel most beautiful in.
Thank you all for your reply. I took your advise and bought the black dress. This past week I learned that a coworker's son died in a car accident, and her daughter is to be married next week. They have decided to go through with the wedding because they don't think it will change the sadness and think their son would want them to go ahead as planned. I will not worry again about the color of the dress that I will be wearing but be thankful that our son will be there to celebrate with us. It sure put things in prespective for me. Thanks again. Rhonda
Although your story is a sad one Rhonda, we thank you for sharing it. Hopefully, everyone coming to this board will read your response and take a moment to consider what the real issues are...not just for weddings...but for life!
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