Mother of groom dress

[Offredismysister]

Is this print nice or is it like a pair of old ladies curtains? If it’s relevant, I’m a fairly young MoG (44) size 10-12 & 5’6 I have long dark hair & will be tanned from holiday. I was thinking hair loose with a cream padded headband.

Completely different option is the black with a black headband or hat. The bride & groom don’t mind me wearing black as they’re not traditional at all.

I go to a lot of weddings - I'm at that age! - and I just don't see many people dressed as formally as the recommendations you always get on S&B. The women wearing those coast/monsoon/Hobbs very 'wedding-y' dresses that get pushed as the wedding norm are normally 60+ and I think wearing something like that at 44 would be very ageing.

Wallis has some lovely dresses as does Monsoon and Coast
Black is a no ...gorgeous dress but not a MOG dress
First is nice ..but I've n nicer

Given that it’s an informal wedding, I think you’re on right right tracks with floaty summer style.

Why not book in an appointment at a big department store and try some on, as great as these suggests are you really need to try them on for get a real feel for the dresses - and saves you sending them back!

The appointments are usually free and you can take a friend. It’s probably worth it for an expensive dress.

Omg 😂😂 she's not 70!

I like the first dress OP, I think you will look lovely

Love the Vivienne Westwood one!!!

Westwood stuff is genetically cut for boobs, so could be worth a try.

Generally not genetically 😂😂😂

It's not everyone's taste, but Phase Eight often seems gets slated on here when it's possible to find some (some!) nice clothing for people half that age... I wore a Phase Eight dress for a recent wedding and received several genuine compliments from people in my own age group (and younger).

Agree that Westwood dresses are beautifully engineered to make the best of curves. Check out Tracey Emin & Nigella wearing Westwood to see how well cut it is for big boobs.

Haha okay. I thought with her slim figure and colouring, that would look so good.

Have a look at some of the Spanish designers. MoB outfits are much more modern and ‘younger’. Carla Ruiz for instance.

Or, my friend wore a jumpsuit like this to her son’s stately home wedding and looked fabulous. Designer and there are cheaper versions available.

And another.
clubllondon.com/products/triumph-bottle-green-plunge-neck-cape-jumpsuit-cl127214047?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI0q3Su66Z-QIVmd_tCh0l_gL4EAQYASABEgJfZPD_BwE&utm_campaign=sag_organic&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&variant=39969019428906

I love the black one and it sounds like it would suit you.

Monsoon and ghost are always suggested but I think they can be quite frumpy, plus a high chance of someone else wearing the same,

Ooh I love the hope and ivy website!

I do like the cape style outfits, especially this from Jenny Packham, out of my budget sadly. I have been to selfridges & whilst I didn’t have a personal shopping appt the assistant was helpful & I tried on a few, but nothing was the one! I’ll keep looking.

Take a look at Zara, they sometimes have a gem.

And I actually really like this cape dress from boohoo in black or bright pink

I don't like the first one but the black is very flattering.

That jumpsuit is monstrous imho. Sorry!

I think they're both a bit tarty, sorry. You can get much nicer dresses to suit mid 40s

Might it be worth having a look at LK Bennett? The black is definitely a no from me.

Hobbs always have lovely dresses

There are lots of lovely dresses on that Reformation website @Offredismysister and if it’s good enough for JLo on honeymoon!

How about these?

www.theoutnet.com/en-gb/shop/product/marchesa-notte/dresses/midi-dress/embroidered-tulle-midi-dress/43769801095369737

www.theoutnet.com/en-gb/shop/product/redvalentino/dresses/midi-dress/glittered-floral-print-point-d-espirit-midi-dress/17411127376771969

www.yoox.com/uk/15102224LI/item#dept=wmrc_2204wddng&sts=sr_wmrc_2204wddng80&cod10=15102224LI&sizeId=-1