My cousin is getting married, but technically, I'm more like his sister as we grew up together and he has no other siblings. His mother is heavyset and is extremely self-conscious about what to wear to the wedding. She doesn't like to show her upper arms, her knees, or her chest. She doesn't wear heels and to make matters worse, the men are wearing dark red ties and the bridesmaids are wearing dark purple dresses. The wedding is in late June, and I am afraid my aunt will bundle up in a black tent of a dress and die of the heat at this outdoor wedding! Can you please suggest some appropriate colours and perhaps a style that will be suitable, flattering and comfortable without making her feel on display?
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Your aunt can use darker shade of purple or even eggplant color, or she can go the opposite way and use lighter shades like lilac or lavender. The best fabric would be the lightweight one, easily drapable. The best solution for style would be a dress with draping jacket that ends below the hip line. This way, if it's hot, your aunt will be able to remove the jacket. For shoes, some elevation would enhance her look tremendously. There are shoes on the market now that are very comfortable, and it doesn't have to be a "heel". A wedge or a little platform - anything to make her feel comfortable but to add some elevation to the silouhette. Check out "MOB/MOG" ensembles on line, print out the picture of acceptable styles and then call your local shops to find out if they have something similar. Good luck and enjoy the wedding! Irina Feygin, IMpeccable iMage, Inc. Image and Beauty and For Princess Bride
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Great advice. Also, please remind your aunt that red is off limits. The ties are fine, but an outfit in red would be a bit mistake. Rebecca Black, Etiquette Now
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