Mother of the Bride Dresses: What do I wear to a Garden Wedding?
The Chief Blonde and her handsome husband, Walt, pose on the Edmonton-Alston House veranda, Charleston, SC. The Chief Blonde’s Charleston Fashion is a strapless tulle dress c/o David’s Bridal (), a turquoise shrug (Sam’s Club $12.99) (), vintage filigree scatter pins, vintage Italian weave bag (), and vintage Halle Bob shoes from ebay (). Walt is wearing a Men’s Tall Shirt from Kohl’s () and (Photos Courtesy of Olsonography)
Only one of my children is married. It is my stepson, so I have never been the mother of the bride. However, I am often asked about Garden Wedding Mother of the Bride Dresses. “What should I wear? What would YOU wear?” These are few of my suggestions. At the end you will find resources to find various Mother of the Bride Dresses for every kind of wedding.
Knee Length Dress, formal material, bright accents.
In the outfit above, you will note I went with an at the knee length dress. I still have bit of tulle in the dress to note formality. But due to the shorter length and the bright colored shrug, this dress can easily be worn for a garden wedding mother of the bride dress, an afternoon garden party, or even attending as a guest to a formal outdoor affair.
All clothing from Kohl’s except shoes. Walt is wearingand. Shelley is featuring and Nine West Espadrilles.
Printed Dress
The dress above is just above the knee. It would be worn at a very casual outdoor wedding. It’s cute and fun but understated enough for the mother of the bride to carry off. Note the wedge espadrilles, they are great for adding height but still enabling you to walk in the grass in a higher shoes. .
Walt and Shelley Zurek for Kohl’s featuring Mint and Tall Men Fashions. Promotional item was provided by Kohl’s. All clothing from Kohl’s. Walt is wearingand. Shelley is wearing Indication by .
Maxi-Dress
Maxi Dresses are a perfect choice for Garden Party Mother of the bride dresses. They are great for covering up and adding modesty and an air of being dressy but still work great outdoors.
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Evening Garden Wedding Mother of the Bride Dresses
In most situations, even if the party is outdoors, if the party is meant to be in the evening the dress generally moves to a more formal attitude. The dresses above are more formal and designer focused but still maintain an air of party fun and outdoor sweetness.
Sources for Great Garden Wedding Mother of the Bride Dresses
- Kohl’s Mother of the Bride Dresses Surprisingly cute styles, wildly affordable!
- Saks (lots of elegant choices)
- Lisa La Moda (Brits know how to do formal)
- Nordstrom’s (huge selection)
- Light in the Box (Many affordable choices!)
- Shopbop.com Large selection of designer dresses (many small sizes)
- David’s Bridal (Nice quality)
- Adoring Dress (some vintage inspired dresses)
- New Dress
- JC Penney (Best place for a classic neutral dress)
- WeddingDress.com (Surprising choices)
- New York Dress (crappy site but gorgeous dresses)
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I would pick the Women’s ELLE™ Floral Fit & Flare Dress because it is cute and not overly dressy.
Women’s Connected Apparel Floral Chiffon Empire Dress in Lavender Floral. I would pick this for several reasons, It looks summery, it would be cool if the weather is warm but you could also layer something over if it wasn’t and because it is very affordable especially if purchased with a Kohl’s coupon.
I would love the Women’s Chaps Surplice Drape-Front Full-Length Dress with the Journee Collection Lois Women’s Peep-Toe Platform High Heels in black. Because those are most my style out of the ones here. 🙂
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I’d pick the Women’s Chaps Faux-Wrap Chiffon Evening Gown because it looks comfortable and it could easily be pared with a shoulder wrap or jacket for evening.
I would wear the Women’s Chaps Faux-Wrap Chiffon Evening Gown in Teal. Gorgeous!
I would love the Women’s Connected Apparel Floral Shift Dress & Shrug Set because it is simple and cool and here in the south we look for cool and the shrug would cover my flabby arms!
I really like the Blush colored 1 by 8 Jeweled Ruched Strapless Evening Gown. I think this is is great dress. I really like the color, the length and the cut. I think it would be very flattering.
Loving the Chaps Floral Lace Dress. Would be perfect for summer
I like the Women’s LC Lauren Conrad Lace Shift Dress. I’m a big fan of lace attire.
I absolutely love the 1 by 8 Jeweled Ruched Strapless Evening Gown!! It is gorgeous. I think it would be so elegant and still cool if it gets hot outside. There are some very pretty dresses!
I don’t have a daughter, so I will never be a mother of a bride, but I love to garden. I would use the Kohl’s gift card toward the purchase of a plant tower.
I like the Connected Apparel Sequin Drapeneck Lace Dress – Women’s the most
I like the Connected Apparel Sequin Drapeneck Lace Dress – Women’s in red because it’s the perfect length for me.
I like the Women’s Chaps Surplice Drape-Front Full-Length Dress. I have never been a fan of showing off my legs so I like the long dress and the style of the top of the dress. Very pretty.
Women’s Connected Apparel Floral Shift Dress & Shrug Set in mint floral would be perfect for a garden wedding.
I like the Journee Collection Wendy Women’s Wide-Width Mary Jane Dress Heels because it’s something I’d get use of after the wedding too.
I would like the Chaps Floral Sheath Dress. It really caught my eye especially since I have a upcoming wedding to attend this year.
women’s LC Lauren Conrad maxi dress because it is so beautiful and looks real comfortable
I like the Chaps Floral Lace Dress
I would like the Chaps Floral Lace Dress. It is simple and elegant all in one.