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B2BMay04 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:05 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:05 PM

MOB dress color

Did anyones Mom get a black dress? My Mom is about to order hers. It is a black two peice. The jacket has tiny rhinestones as trim. It is a really nice gown and looks classy on her. The lighter colors made her look washed out. Anyway she asked me what I thought and I said it would be fine with me I just wanted her to be happy with her choice and feel good in her dress.

Anyway I am starting to have second thoughts about the color. You know the old wives tales and such. Is the black a bad color for her to wear? Be honest!

butterfly20 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:06 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:06 PM

Re: MOB dress color

i love the idea... my mom is wearing blue, but she also bought a black dress, she said she wouldnt wear black, because its not right, but i think its very classy, and something that has become common in the past 10 years...

september2004 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:07 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:07 PM

Re: MOB dress color

i would say 'no' to all black. black with another color would be different. JMO...

pinkstar025 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:09 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:09 PM

Re: MOB dress color

my mom is wearing navy blue and my FMIL is wearing plum ( she wore black at her daughter's wedding)...so its FINE..just tell her NO WHITE!!!!

Smolokoff Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:09 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:09 PM

Re: MOB dress color

BM's are wearing black and white dresses, so both moms got black outfits as well. The old 'etiquette' of not wearing black to a wedding is no longer followed. And I don't think it's bad luck.

julz33 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:09 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:09 PM

Re: MOB dress color

My mom got a black dress for my sisters wedding in March. It also has rhinestones. My mother looks good in black and it is her favorite color! For my wedding she is wearing bone.

People wear black all the time to weddings!!!

B2BMay04 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:18 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:18 PM

Re: MOB dress color

Thanks for the responses.
It is true a lot of people wear black to weddings. I just never saw a MOB in black.

I figured I was just having one of those moments where I second guess a decision.

Jax430 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:20 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:20 PM

Re: MOB dress color

I know i'm in the minority with this, but I really don't like seeing the MOB in black. I also come from a very traditional, somewhat superstitious family, so it is generally looked down upon...I do agree that it looks very elegant though, and if that's what your mom is happy in, then she should wear what she wants. JMO

pinkstar025 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:21 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:21 PM

Re: MOB dress color

we all do.....

Jen_n_Dale Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:25 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:25 PM

Re: MOB dress color

My mom wore a black beaded dress for my brothers wedding. I think she looked beautiful but all eyes were really on the bride.

ETS As far as superstitions.... Forget them! In other cultures white is considered a mourning color for the dead and red is luck. Purple means your sad or missing someone.

B2BMay04 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:26 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:26 PM

Re: MOB dress color

we all do.....

I am glad I am not the only one. It can make you feel crazy sometimes.

mosh913 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:27 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:27 PM

Re: MOB dress color

My mom wore a black dress with beading to my sisters wedding that was a december wedding. It looked great.

B2BMay04 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:28 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:28 PM

Re: MOB dress color

Hey Jen your doughnut pic looks yummy and made me want one. Not fair when I am trying so hard to diet! I only have a few months I am freaking. I am weak

HearzBellz Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:29 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:29 PM

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My mom wore a very deep purple with glittery things, and DH mother wore charcoal grey with glitttery things. I say as long as the reception is at night you can do it... our began at 4:30, so it was a bit tougher to pull off.

B2BMay04 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:30 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:30 PM

Re: MOB dress color

That is a good point our recepption is starting at 7:30.

Jen_n_Dale Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:31 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 06:31 PM

Re: MOB dress color

OMG, I love sprinkle donuts and krispy kremes are smothered with them. Although stop and shop has FANTASTIC sprinkle donuts!!!

kimmie Posted: Jan 28, 2004 09:32 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 09:32 PM

Re: MOB dress color

My mother bought a black dress and is now second guessing herself. She looks great in it and asked me if it was okay with me. I said of course you can wear black you can wear whatever makes you feel the best in. This is 2004 and its MY wedding right?

Boop2704 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 09:57 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 09:57 PM

Re: MOB dress color

My mom is wearing a black gown with some white comint through at an opening on the bottom. I think black is totally fine and if that is what mom is comfortable in than I say let her be comfy!!

merf99 Posted: Jan 28, 2004 10:00 PM+

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Posted: Jan 28, 2004 10:00 PM

Re: MOB dress color

Both my mom and MIL wore black to my wedding and it looked great on them. I really don't see that much of a difference between black and navy blue or dark purple to be honest. I think most people feel more comfortable in dark dresses and if they are comfortable, then they will have a better time.

Go with what feels best and don't listen to everyone else if you and her both want black. Everyone has their own opinions and yours is what counts.