Black Dress for Mother of the Bride??

Original post by AtticaQT

Dec 05, 2004 02:37 PM

My mom and I went looking for dresses for her for the wedding (i know it is late)

We only went to nordstrom's but found this GORGEOUS black gown that isnt really only black - it has silver and champagne beading on it with black lace and backed by champagne satin towards the bottom - It has spaghetti straps, v neck empire waist.

She had tried on a few there but this one looks awesome on her! We are still going to look at afew more places -

BUT, do you think it is wrong for the mother of the bride to where a predominately black gown?? I personally have no problem with it - i wanted black bridesmaid dresses but got vetod by it because my BMs said it looked too funeral-like - this gown however in no way could ever be worn at a somber event.

BriBri529 Posted: Dec 05, 2004 08:41 PM

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My mother plans on wearing black- I think it is fine

FoxHollowbride0617 Posted: Dec 05, 2004 08:43 PM

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My mom wore a black dress to my sisters wedding and it looked stunning.

eogara Posted: Dec 05, 2004 09:07 PM

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Posted by BabyonBoard

Posted by LImom

Posted by eogara
(Saks in Garden City is going out of business and everything is at least 20% off)

I can't believe this. What is happening in the retail world? Is Saks Fifth Ave. having trouble also?

I think its the online shopping thats killing the retail market. (JMO)...its just to convienent

That's what the workers were saying as well - it's too difficult to maintain a free standing store.

It's sad what's happening to Garden City! What used to be Bloomingdale's is now Sears, which could potentially be Kmart. Can you imagine, Kmart on Franklin Street

lilqtny Posted: Dec 05, 2004 09:16 PM

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Posted by Marisa M

ABSOLUTELY ! MY mom is wearing black, my BMs are wearing black -
It is NOT morbid. - It's classic and elegant -

I agree 100%

LImom Posted: Dec 05, 2004 10:22 PM

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Posted by BabyonBoard
I hear you. it is very sad for a business to go under. Out of curiosity, I am a SHOE LOVER and this is probably one of the only items I dont purchase online and bags. I need to see them and try them on in person and if it fits I buy it RIGHT AWAY!

What store do you own where is located? What type of shoes do you sell.

(and Im sorry to 'hijack' your thread-AtticaQT)

I apologize too Attica! This is rude but please allow me just respond one more response.

You are wise not to order shoes online. People don't realize that two pairs of shoes in the exact same style and size can have slight variations. When I take shoes from our store I may try on 3 or 4 pairs of the same style in size 8 to find the best one for myself. How one can even begin to trust a pair of shoes they haven't tried on first is beyone me. It is a person who puts the leather on the last during production. Any number of factors can change the final product.
Our store is on the east side in the city, not far from the midtown tunnel, and we carry men's and women's shoes. We carry top brands with an emphasis on stylish comfort shoes. Now we have many boots, including waterproof. It is an understatement to say we are praying for lots of snow and nasty weather. LOL!