Montage Styles 117923 (left) 117910 (upper right) 117909 (lower right)
Don't worry about every flaw: Good quality, designer gowns are designed to hide all the things you hate. There are modern, NON-matronly styles out there. Many with beautiful necklines and sleeves to help you hide cleavage and arms, and ruched waistlines to help you hide your tummy. Most importantly, try to focus on the things you LOVE about your body and your style and concentrate less on the things you dislike. It will make for a much happier shopping experience.
Cameron Blake Style 117611 (upper left) Ivonne D Style 117D62 (lower left) Ivonne D Style 216D45 (right)
Be Yourself: If your style is more simple, wear something simple. If you normally go for the bright, sparkly bling, then by all means, that's what everyone expects. But experience has shown that moms trying to wear the "just this one time" style are by most accounts...miserable. Find a style that flatters your body, but more importantly flatters your style and personality, and stay true to who you are.
Cameron Blake Style 117601 (left) Montage Style 117905 (upper and lower right)
Choose the right color: Have you ever heard the old saying "Wear beige and keep your mouth shut". Whether you are the Mother of the Bride or Mother of the Groom, that old sentiment certainly doesn't translate to modern day moms. Try wearing a complimenting color to the wedding party. For example; if the bridesmaids are wearing royal blue, try navy. Girls in light pink? Go for a brighter pink. And never be afraid to wear black. That's right...BLACK. It's always been known as a flattering color, and if the wedding is formal, you can't go wrong. Plus, you will match the gentlemen in black tuxedos. Designer gowns, like those pictured here come in a variety of colors. So go ahead...choose whatever great color you want, even if it's beige.
Montage Styles 117903 (upper left) 117920 (lower left) Ivonna D Style 117D69 (right)
Ask a professional for help: Bridal shoppes have professional stylists who will know what looks good on you. Don't be embarrassed by your size or ashamed to tell them your flaws and fears. Trust them to help you pick the style that is right for you. They see people of all ages and sizes every day. Every mom looking for the perfect gown wants the "Taller, Skinner, and Younger-Looking" version of themselves. Asking for help from a professional salon is important, you likely won't get good advice from a department store clerk with no experience.
Ivonne D Styles 117D63 (left) 117D75 (upper right) Montage Style 117912 (lower right)
Attend a Mother's Event: Are you tried of the poor selection you have found everywhere else?
Make plans to attend Michelle's Bridal and Tuxedo's {Mom's Aisle Style} Event. Mom's Aisle Style is a specially designed event focused on helping Mothers of the Bride and Groom shop and purchase their gowns.
Michelle's Bridal & Tuxedo will be receiving the newest collections from the designers at Montage by Mon Cheri, Cameron Blake and Ivonne D exclusively for Mon Cheri, for a limited engagement starting November 17th through 26th. During this event there is an extraordinary selection of gowns not normally available in the store to choose from. Gowns featured at the event are usually only "on loan" to the store to try, so plan on needing to special order the size and color you want. Attending an event has additional perks too, including a 15% discount on your purchase.
Don't let the horrors of department store shopping ruin your opportunity to find the perfect gown. Get amazing and professional help choosing your Mother's gown at our {Mom's Aisle Style} event by calling 217-384-7914 and booking an appointment or request an appointment online here.
Michelle's Bridal and Tuxedo in Urbana, IL is a proud authorized retailer of Mon Cheri gowns.