Help dress me for a wedding weekend in Tuscany 🇮🇹

[Anonymous]

https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/zhivago-the-beginning-floral-lace-gown-prod284510046?pimId=401262893254&utm_source=google_shopping&site_refer=CSE_GGLPLA%3AWomens_Dresses%3AZhivago%3A&country=US¤cy=USD&CSE_CID=NMO_G_PLA_Women%27s+Dresses_Baseline%3ANMO_G_PLA_Women%27s+Dresses_Baseline%3EWomen%27s+Dresses&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23029650475&gbraid=0AAAAADuOtTdY9SHiFU4kfEnDWW3wGmZQf

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Something like this would look fabulous!

https://www.safiyaa.com/products/yuna-long-dresses-in-aspen-gold-with-gold

This gold dress could be perfect and it's made to order. Tasteful mother of the groom and the color would complement the pale yellow bridal party. i like the built in cape. The october evenings were chilly in Tuscany.
The days could be hot though.

That color looks good on very few people, and for being so covered up it strangely shows every lump and bump on the very slender model's midsection.

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What does “going to NYC to shop” actually mean in this context?"

We have little choice in the DMV for shopping now. This partcular designer has a NYC location where a dress can be made and fitted to OP. Very different than shopping off the internet where adjustments can't be made for lumps and bumps.

[Anonymous]

I have a personal seamstress here in DC. She does tailoring for off the rack items I purchase and does custom dresses/suits/coats when I require them.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:For an upscale Tuscan wedding, I think going to NYC to shop for a fomal dress that compliments the wedding party attire would be a good idea.

Here i pulled this for you. It's going to be too hard to do online. Remember the bride/family probably will care very much about attractive photos.

Key Considerations for the Mother of the Groom Dress:
Coordinate, Don't Match: Rather than matching the bridesmaids directly, choose a color that complements the overall theme or a deeper/lighter shade of the wedding colors.
Consult the Couple: Ask the bride and groom if they have specific preferences or colors they prefer you to avoid (usually white, ivory, or red).
Complement the Mother of the Bride: Traditionally, the mother of the bride selects her dress first, and the mother of the groom chooses a different, complementary color.
Popular & Safe Colors: Navy, champagne, blush, silver, charcoal, plum, or emerald green are excellent choices that are elegant and photograph well.
Consider Venue and Time: The formality and time of day should dictate the dress style and color, with darker, more formal tones for evening weddings.
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Ultimately, the goal is for the mother of the groom to look elegant, comfortable, and coordinated with the bridal party without wearing the exact same attire.
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What does “going to NYC to shop” actually mean in this context?

She could go somewhere like Bergdorfs, Saks, or Bloomingdales and see and try on dresses in person. They all have large selections of formal dresses (Nordstrom, too, but on a smaller scale). It's more efficient than ordering a dress off of the internet and hoping it works.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:For an upscale Tuscan wedding, I think going to NYC to shop for a fomal dress that compliments the wedding party attire would be a good idea.

Here i pulled this for you. It's going to be too hard to do online. Remember the bride/family probably will care very much about attractive photos.

Key Considerations for the Mother of the Groom Dress:
Coordinate, Don't Match: Rather than matching the bridesmaids directly, choose a color that complements the overall theme or a deeper/lighter shade of the wedding colors.
Consult the Couple: Ask the bride and groom if they have specific preferences or colors they prefer you to avoid (usually white, ivory, or red).
Complement the Mother of the Bride: Traditionally, the mother of the bride selects her dress first, and the mother of the groom chooses a different, complementary color.
Popular & Safe Colors: Navy, champagne, blush, silver, charcoal, plum, or emerald green are excellent choices that are elegant and photograph well.
Consider Venue and Time: The formality and time of day should dictate the dress style and color, with darker, more formal tones for evening weddings.
Reddit
Reddit
+6
Ultimately, the goal is for the mother of the groom to look elegant, comfortable, and coordinated with the bridal party without wearing the exact same attire.
Reddit
Reddit
+1

What does “going to NYC to shop” actually mean in this context?

She could go somewhere like Bergdorfs, Saks, or Bloomingdales and see and try on dresses in person. They all have large selections of formal dresses (Nordstrom, too, but on a smaller scale). It's more efficient than ordering a dress off of the internet and hoping it works.

She could although I understand Saks is closing. The other stores don't carry cloting for an upscale Tuscan wedding. Just sayin, it sounds like the majority of the suggestions won't fit in with the bride's side. I don't usually care about what other people think but weddings can be so fraught. It sounds like it will be a very testeful wedding.

[Anonymous]

*Tasteful, meaning quiet well cut excellence.

[Anonymous]

https://thefoldlondon.com/edits/occasionwear/?page=2

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have a personal seamstress here in DC. She does tailoring for off the rack items I purchase and does custom dresses/suits/coats when I require them.

Ok

[Anonymous]

For formal upscale gown, would you expect to be wearing sequins or glittery beading? They feel so “Macys” to me. I’d love to be wrong.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:For an upscale Tuscan wedding, I think going to NYC to shop for a fomal dress that compliments the wedding party attire would be a good idea.

Here i pulled this for you. It's going to be too hard to do online. Remember the bride/family probably will care very much about attractive photos.

Key Considerations for the Mother of the Groom Dress:
Coordinate, Don't Match: Rather than matching the bridesmaids directly, choose a color that complements the overall theme or a deeper/lighter shade of the wedding colors.
Consult the Couple: Ask the bride and groom if they have specific preferences or colors they prefer you to avoid (usually white, ivory, or red).
Complement the Mother of the Bride: Traditionally, the mother of the bride selects her dress first, and the mother of the groom chooses a different, complementary color.
Popular & Safe Colors: Navy, champagne, blush, silver, charcoal, plum, or emerald green are excellent choices that are elegant and photograph well.
Consider Venue and Time: The formality and time of day should dictate the dress style and color, with darker, more formal tones for evening weddings.
Reddit
Reddit
+6
Ultimately, the goal is for the mother of the groom to look elegant, comfortable, and coordinated with the bridal party without wearing the exact same attire.
Reddit
Reddit
+1

What does “going to NYC to shop” actually mean in this context?

She could go somewhere like Bergdorfs, Saks, or Bloomingdales and see and try on dresses in person. They all have large selections of formal dresses (Nordstrom, too, but on a smaller scale). It's more efficient than ordering a dress off of the internet and hoping it works.

She could although I understand Saks is closing. The other stores don't carry cloting for an upscale Tuscan wedding. Just sayin, it sounds like the majority of the suggestions won't fit in with the bride's side. I don't usually care about what other people think but weddings can be so fraught. It sounds like it will be a very testeful wedding.

Bergdorfs certainly does. And the Saks flagship on 5th Ave is not closing.

[Anonymous]

Poke around the La DoubleJ site. It has a very Italian vibe:

https://us.ladoublej.com/en/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=google_cpc&utm_campaign=US_Pure-Brand&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=239048439&gbraid=0AAAAADklSdGO-MlZKpx_6AGtdgU7NrgOS&gclid=CjwKCAiA3L_JBhAlEiwAlcWO5w4SFqGMNMbSpPNG3P0aQbQ1fYTuY-mWwBjSQjY7yrwSIAVwmLaKDxoCISsQAvD_BwE

[Anonymous]

Wear comfy shoes for walking on gravel or grass at the villa!

Congrats to you and your family. And ENJOY!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:For an upscale Tuscan wedding, I think going to NYC to shop for a fomal dress that compliments the wedding party attire would be a good idea.

Here i pulled this for you. It's going to be too hard to do online. Remember the bride/family probably will care very much about attractive photos.

Key Considerations for the Mother of the Groom Dress:
Coordinate, Don't Match: Rather than matching the bridesmaids directly, choose a color that complements the overall theme or a deeper/lighter shade of the wedding colors.
Consult the Couple: Ask the bride and groom if they have specific preferences or colors they prefer you to avoid (usually white, ivory, or red).
Complement the Mother of the Bride: Traditionally, the mother of the bride selects her dress first, and the mother of the groom chooses a different, complementary color.
Popular & Safe Colors: Navy, champagne, blush, silver, charcoal, plum, or emerald green are excellent choices that are elegant and photograph well.
Consider Venue and Time: The formality and time of day should dictate the dress style and color, with darker, more formal tones for evening weddings.
Reddit
Reddit
+6
Ultimately, the goal is for the mother of the groom to look elegant, comfortable, and coordinated with the bridal party without wearing the exact same attire.
Reddit
Reddit
+1

What does “going to NYC to shop” actually mean in this context?

She could go somewhere like Bergdorfs, Saks, or Bloomingdales and see and try on dresses in person. They all have large selections of formal dresses (Nordstrom, too, but on a smaller scale). It's more efficient than ordering a dress off of the internet and hoping it works.

How would alterations generally work if you shop in NY? You just go back and get your stuff? They ship to you or a closer location? (If Saks Bloomies or Nordstrom, for example)

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Anonymous wrote:Wear comfy shoes for walking on gravel or grass at the villa!

Congrats to you and your family. And ENJOY!

On the subject of shoes — would love recs for the comfort meets formal example (greater emphasis on comfort) for an outdoor cool evening event.