A formal occasion calls for a formal gown and now I'm in this position since my daughter just announced her engagement. So all the preparations have just begun and we're all looking forward to this wonderful wedding day. So let me begin by saying, the reception is going to held at a hotel for an evening affair. So very formal and elegant. And yes I want to look my best among the stately columns, greenery, gazebo and fresh flowers adorning the reception room. Back to my search for a dress, I wanted to return to a store that I was familiar and comfortable with. So Saks Fifth Avenue has always been a favorite and I did want something a bit upscale. I skimmed their website looking for something that was eye catching, contemporary and elegant. I really didn't see a Wedding Shop but I did notice all the evening and formal dresses and gowns that caught my eye. Some were too revealing, some to trendy and others just to young. However, in my search I did notice several gowns that would be perfect for this occasion.
The first was a Fuzzi pleated off the shoulder gown that was both attractive and flattering. The color blue was a bit bright for me but I did like the comfortable fit with movement as I walked - meaning not so tight as I couldn't move. The soft pleats gave a nice freedom and weight to this dress and the off the shoulder cap sleeves didn't make me feel bare. Also, I loved the strappy sandals that were featured with this gown. So light and airy. The other was a Tadashi whom I had worn before and always loved for the sophistication and style of the designs. The age appropriate fashions are sleek and tailored, which I was originally looking for. The color again was a bit bolder than I hoped for, but certainly doable. This gown also had cap sleeves which was a plus and a v-neck, ruching and a fishtail train. I wasn't quite sure of the train - but I would consider it. But I did love the lace inserts. Naturally I tried on a few of these beautiful dresses to see what was the best for my needs. I wished for a mother of the bride dress that was beautiful, subdued, simple, elegant, feminine and yet expressed my personality to complement the bride and wedding party and also not to compete with the mother of the groom.
The formal attire and finery of this occasion reminded me that the bride is the focus and the mother a hostess that greeted and welcomed her guests. So keeping this in mind I set out to find the perfect dress for a most happy occasion. Strappy sandals and all!
Fuzzi
Off-The-Shoulder Pleated Dress
A universally flattering off-the-shoulder neckline, fitted bodice and a softly pleated skirt give this design timeless appeal.
* Off-the-shoulder design
* Ruched bandeau top
* Front and back seam
* Soft pleats
* About 29" from natural waist
* Polyamide
* Dry clean
* Made in Italy
Tadashi Shoji
Taffeta and Lace Gown
A feminine, lacy yoke and sleeves crown this glamorous, twist-front taffeta design.
* V neckline
* Cap sleeves
* Allover ruched bodice
* Fishtail train
* Concealed back zip
* Fully lined
* About 43" from natural waist
* 92% polyester/8% spandex
* Dry clean
* Imported
the mother of the bride dresses are found at saksfifthavenue.com
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