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Formal Wedding Attire Question

Linda129 — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 22:28:42 GMT

Husband and I have been invited to a wedding in New Orleans. Have never been there before. Hubs knows the groom. I have never met bride or groom. Wedding invite says iong dress or formal cocktail for wedding and "southern smart cocktail attire" for reheasal dinner.

I am assuming formal cocktail would be a dressy, short dress and "southern smart' would be a nice dress. I do not have a long gown other than my wedding dress from 33 years ago so shopping is in order. I also need a dress for the reheasal dinner. My lifestyle is pretty casual these days.

Some advice please from those of you who have attended a formal wedding on what type of gown or dress would be appropriate. I would prefer to get a short cocktail dress as I might actually wear again. Have been looking online and am somewhat distressed to see the choices are pretty much dowdy or hook*r.

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ladyroxanne — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 22:38:31 GMT

linda, i can only tell you what i would do. i would definitely go for the short cocktail dress because you want to be able to wear that again.

if you have a nordstrom nearby, call and make an appointment with a personal shopper. they are free and she will help you make a choice. that is if you find something you like.

macy's may also have personal shoppers too.

i get too overwhelmed when i have to shop and find these women to be extremely helpful and i end up being well dressed in spite of myself sometimes.

good luck!

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abbeythe 8th — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 22:38:53 GMT

Do you have a Nordstrom or other upscale department store nearby? Most better stores have personal shoppers that will help you make a selection. If a short cocktail dress fits your lifestyle better, wear one. You could also wear dressy pants and a more formal top or jacket.

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jackthebear — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 22:52:46 GMT

Try Lord and Taylor they have good dress departments and there is usually a personal shopper available.

I think Nordstrom is a bit staid (the one by me is anyway would not be my first choice)

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Snicks1 — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 22:58:33 GMT

Sorry the pic is so big, tried to crop it, didn't work. This is an Ivana Trump dress, something like this might be suitable. Not sure where this is sold, or if it comes in other colors. It's just a sample of the type dress that might work for you.

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Mz iMac — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 22:59:47 GMT

Last outfit, you would need to choose another color. Only the bride can wear white on HER day. LOL

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lolakimono — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:01:02 GMT

@Linda129

If you tell me the size/price/color, I'll find a few online choices for you.

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Linda129 — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:11:36 GMT

thanks ladies. Live in the Seattle are so plenty of Nordstrom's around. I have checked the online site and also looked at Macy's and Dillard's. Was trying to stay below $300 as I also need shoes. Not real fond of all the lace that seems to be on everything. Also do not want the girls hanging out. I have picked out a few Ralph Lauren dresses. Normally wear a size 6.

I love Nordstrom but lately their SA's have been annoying. I run in there to try on a few things and the SA starts bringing in all these items she thinks I would like. Ummm. No. I realize they are trained to do that but I dont think I have ever liked or bought one of their "suggestions".

I do need help making sure I have proper "stuff" on underneath.

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Linda129 — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:12:29 GMT

BTW - I haven't been on the forum for awhile. I seemed to have lost all my posts and my original forum sign-up date which was in 2006.

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lolakimono — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:18:46 GMT

@Linda129

$100

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lolakimono — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:19:55 GMT

@Linda129

$115- only two left in a 6

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lolakimono — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:23:22 GMT

@Linda129

$200- only 1 remains in your size

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lolakimono — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:24:47 GMT

@Linda129

$146- only 1 remains

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millieshops — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:25:29 GMT

It'd been a few years since I attended a dressy wedding, but I remember being concerned about what I "should" wear. I don't think I ever will be again - unless it's my own wedding! I say that because the quests wore everything from a denim dress (yes) to beautiful long gowns, but most wore lovely short dresses or dressy pants and tops.

The wedding was in Philadelphia on the top floor of the old Wanamaker's building. The bridal party was all glamorous and that included the mothers of the bridal couple. Still, I felt right at home and comfortable in black silk pants with a red silk jacket over a white cami. I hardly ever go dressy, so I was very happy to have clothes I could wear again and still feel appropriate. Even my jewelry for the night came from my own collection.

i would urge you to dress so you'll feel good about yourself and then have a wonderful time. New Orleans is a great city to visit. I do hope you have time to tour a bit.

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jackthebear — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:31:38 GMT

http://www.lordandtaylor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/lord-and-taylor/search/womens-apparel/wa-gowns-evening

http://www.lordandtaylor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/lord-and-taylor/search/womens-apparel/wa-cocktail

links to formal and cocktail dresses, maybe you can get some ideas

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abbeythe 8th — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:38:49 GMT

Unless your husband is wearing a tuxedo, I would not even consider a long gown.

I've been to numerous formal weddings and very few ladies wore long dresses. Those that did looked like they were probably wearing the gown they wore as either MOB or MOG.

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lolakimono — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:40:36 GMT

@Linda129

Cocktail choices-

$120, only 2 remain

$111- in navy

$56-

$95-

$91-

$76-

$93, one left (navy)

$85-

$78-

$112-

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jaxs mom — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:44:44 GMT

When is the wedding? The time of year in New Orleans would make a difference on what material I would want.

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lolakimono — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 23:55:59 GMT

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