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Condé Nast Traveler
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Condé Nast Traveler
The Best Mother-of-the-Bride Dresses for Every Type of Destination Wedding
As the mother of the bride or groom, you play a pretty special role in your child's wedding—and you deserve to look and feel as special as you are! Luckily, plenty of fashion brands offer wedding guest dresses and outfits that reflect this important role, with styles that come in various silhouettes, necklines, and fabrics. And we found the best of the best. The elegant dresses you'll find below really rise to occasion—because even though you may have attended dozens of weddings in your lifetime, you're not just a regular guest here. On your son or daughter's big day, you're a true guest of honor. So, whether the celebration is a black-tie affair in Lake Como or a casual beachside ceremony along California's Pacific Coast, we have you covered with 25 fabulous dresses that'll hopefully help you find the one (just like your kid did!). Keep scrolling for all of our favorite mother-of-the-bride dresses, or jump right to the type of wedding you're attending to find the perfect fit for you. Black-tie weddings When the invitation says 'black tie,' it's code for 'fancy.' This attire, unlike any other designation, is where you come to sparkle—both literally and figuratively. Floor-length gowns are a must, and a little dazzle in the form of sequins or rhinestones never hurts. If shine isn't your thing, no problem; just keep it elegant with lush fabrics that scream elegance, like jacquard and satin. While solid colors have historically been the norm, prints are also welcome—just use your discretion, of course. Black-tie weddings also tend to take place in the evening, so dresses that cover your arms and shoulders (at least partly) can make you feel more comfortable as the night cools down. Betsy & Adam mermaid gown $269 Nordstrom Formal/black-tie optional Weddings with formal attire still indicate an elevated affair, but require a little less formality than a black-tie evening. That means fabrics can be a little less luxurious and embellished, you can feel free to wear brighter colors, and you can try showing off a fun neckline. You should aim for elegance, but you have a bit more flexibility. Also, balance is key for formal attire. For example, if you're choosing a traditionally high-end fabric like lace, you can pair it with an unexpected color, like a metallic. Semi-formal weddings This category is the Goldilocks of wedding attire: not quite formal and not too casual. It's right in the middle. Consider it synonymous with dressy casual, a setting where mothers of the bride and groom can feel perfectly appropriate wearing a tea-length dress or a jumpsuit in a lavish fabric. Here, feel free to wear looks that have relaxed silhouettes instead of form-fitting styles. Cocktail attire Confusing as it might seem, the formula here is pretty simple: Mix a slightly pared-down version of formal attire with the option to add a little flair, and you get cocktail attire. Dress lengths that fall to the knee or below it are ideal, and you can add lushness with glittering beads or scalloped-edge lace as you please. Color is also key here, with cocktail attire allowing mothers of the bride or groom to lean into brighter hues and away from the darker tones that are commonplace with formal or black-tie occasions. Casual attire Think easy fabrics and comfortable silhouettes that still lean into the formality of a wedding, even if the relaxed celebration takes place at a rustic-chic farm or in a cozy backyard. In other words, casual attire is a slightly more dressed-up version of your everyday look. As a guest of honor, this is a space where you can add a tinge of embellishment—like rosette detailing—to your typical elevated attire and still find yourself well within the appropriate dress code. Beach weddings A beachside wedding signals an all-important message to guests: Go with color. No matter the time of day or setting—either at a dreamy Caribbean resort or an informal gathering on the sand in Florida—beach-inspired hues reign supreme. Whether your sartorial look is inspired by tranquil ocean waters or the sunset's rays, opt for colors and prints that complement the natural setting. Thankfully, an array of dresses fit the bill, with comfortable, loose-fitting options in lightweight materials that will make any mother feel beautiful.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
32 Brides And Grooms Who Forgot Everything They Knew About Human Decency Once They Started Planning Their Wedding
person who didn't want their new fiancé's kids dancing with him at the wedding reception: person who sent these incredibly tacky and crass wedding invites: people who decided which food their wedding guests would be served based on the wedding gift the guests purchased: person who told guests not to wear pretty dresses so their bride would "stand out": person who asked their sister to be a bridesmaid, even though their sister went no-contact with them years prior: couple who had less than 20K Instagram followers combined, but felt they deserved brand deals for their wedding: people who asked a wedding planning group for dinner money to celebrate them being newlyweds: person who was furious that no one got them gifts for their upcoming wedding: person who demanded their bridesmaids sign a contract saying they'd pay a $100 deposit for the wedding: person who did not approve of her maid of honor getting a tattoo: person who needed to borrow a car for their wedding and rejected offers VERY rudely: person who thought a baker was an amateur because they couldn't make a huge last-minute cake: person who almost kicked bridesmaids out for not responding to her text: person who was looking for a wedding photographer, caterer, and dress designer who could be paid in — you guessed it — exposure!: person who didn't want her father-in-law to visit his dying father: influencer who was getting married and wanted to "pay" the florist by posting pictures of the flowers on their social media pages: person who basically asked a stranger to be their bridesmaid because they heard they gave good wedding gifts: person who required that their wedding guests purchase expensive wedding gifts: person's "no gray hair" policy for bridesmaids: couple who uninvited guests from their wedding but still asked for money: person who — and I kid you not — asked her maid of honor to change her first name: person who wanted guests to pay hundreds of dollars to attend their wedding weekend AND volunteered one of them to cook for everyone: person who wanted their caterers to buy clothes that matched their wedding theme: person who didn't want their friend to get married the same year as them: person who asked someone they hadn't spoken to since HIGH SCHOOL for money for their wedding: person who was mad at their sister for not wanting to go to a five-day-long bachelorette party and also for asking that pictures of her daughter wouldn't be put online: couple who posted a list of restrictions for their wedding: person who didn't want her bridesmaids to get pregnant: person who insisted her bridesmaids cut their hair the same: person who seriously wouldn't let her sister be a bridesmaid because she wasn't a size 2: couple who had a waaaay too strict no-child policy: finally, this person who contemplated kicking out a bridesmaid because she was losing her hair due to chemotherapy.
Globe and Mail
07-06-2025
- Climate
- Globe and Mail
How a hot Italian saved my son's wedding day
More Weddings | Why are couples opting for two weddings? | Wedding guest wardrobe guide | The rise of the social-media wedding The night before our eldest son's wedding, I was in our cottage trying not to hyperventilate. The wind was howling, torrential rain was falling, and the bride-to-be was sobbing in the bedroom directly below ours. It was – to say the least – an inauspicious start to what was supposed to be a joyful, beautiful celebration last August in Lake of Bays, a popular summer spot about two hours north of Toronto. We had thought we had all our bases covered – venue, caterer, booze, transportation, accommodation for the 54 guests – until Hurricane Debby touched down in Florida and started making her way up the East Coast, causing misery and mayhem every step of the way. Readers: Tell us about the best wedding you ever attended Our situation was further complicated by the fact that the wedding was on an island, in the middle of a lake, which meant guests had to be ferried over by boat. I pictured women in lovely summer dresses and men in linen suits, drenched to the skin, and seasick from being tossed about in the choppy water. A hurricane is something you just don't plan for, and we were all momentarily paralyzed. All of us, except for a girl from Derbyshire, England (our youngest son's girlfriend) who said she knew exactly what we needed to do: Plant a sausage. 'We have a tradition at home of burying a sausage the day before a special event to bring good luck and great weather,' she told us cheerfully. I looked at my husband, he looked at me with an eyebrow raised, and I ran to the freezer, pulled out a hot Italian sausage from Costco, and put it in a Ziploc bag. Then the wedding party – who were spending that night on the island – headed out. I later saw photographs of the ceremonial sausage planting, with eight bedraggled young people, cocktails in hand, digging a hole. The bride reverently placed the sausage into the dirt. The hole was refilled. A prayer was said. And everyone went to bed hoping for a miracle. The wedding day dawned. Sadly, it didn't look good. Rain was still falling. The sky was an ugly grey. Resigned, my husband and I packed up our wedding outfits and took our boat to the island to start getting ready. It was time to put our game face on and make the best of it. Then, about noon, the hot Italian began to work its magic. Blue patches appeared in the sky. The cold north wind was replaced with a warm, gentle breeze. We all looked at each other in disbelief. Not a word was said. No one wanted to jinx whatever weirdness was happening. Two hours later, as the first guests stepped off the boat, the sun was beaming down, the sky was clear, and spirits were high. All everyone could talk about was the bizarre turn of the weather. That night as the speeches were happening, and the sun sank into the water leaving the sky a glorious display of red, pink and yellow, I gave thanks to the humble sausage and to the Brits, or the Scots (it's unclear who invented this wacky tradition) for saving our kids' special day. My advice to anyone with a wedding, or other special event on the horizon? Hope for the best, but prepare for the 'wurst.' And if you're still skeptical, don't just take my word for it. TikTok is full of testimonials – and hilarious videos – from grateful brides who have buried bratwurst, knackwurst, weisswurst, chorizo, breakfast sausages and even salami – and seen their rainy wedding days turn sunny, too.
