Strapless gown for MOB

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Strapless gown for MOB

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skampf

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Strapless gown for MOB

I have been reading the various posts that say the MOB should have her shoulders covered and not wear a strapless gown, is this only for the ceremony? Would it be proper for the MOB to wear a business suit to the ceremony 12:30 and a evening gown to the reception 6:30?

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Re: Strapless gown for MOB [In reply to]

Dear Skampf,

If the real question is if you can wear a strapless gown to the reception, the answer is still "no". Mothers do not dress to draw the eye. Red is also a no-no.

Best wishes,
Rebecca Black, Etiquette Now