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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The Connected Apparel Sequin Drapeneck Lace Dress is perfect. It’s lovely and looks comfortable too 🙂
I would go with the Men’s Croft & Barrow® True Comfort Classic-Fit Sport Coat in Gray, sharp looking!
I love the apt 9 sparkle toe shoes because they are cute and would go with everything!
I like the Chaps Floral Lace Dress because it looks cute, fun and just my style.
I would love the Women’s Chaps Embellished Faux-Wrap Evening Gown especially in Cesoir. Just gorgeous! I would also like the model’s body for the garden wedding 🙂
I would wear the Dana Buchman Scroll Fit & Flare Ponte Dress! It is so cute and summery, I love that it is simple and that you could really change the look with jewelry!
Men’s dockers herringbone black vest because it’s casual and comfortable but dressy enough for a wedding
Women’s Connected Apparel Floral Shift Dress & Shrug Set…I think the color, style and fit are quite appropriate for a garden wedding for the mother of the bride, especially if she were not so very young (kinda like I was when my son got married).
1 by 8 Jeweled Ruched Strapless Evening Gown is gorgeous. I love the length of the dress.
I would choose the Women’s Indication Floral Sheath Dress because the flowers would look great at a garden wedding. I actually may be attending a garden wedding in a few months.
I love the maxi dresses, the purple dress with swirly designs, looks so beautiful and fancy!
This dress has a beautiful flattering fit – kohls.com/product/prd-1885341/connected-apparel-sequin-drapeneck-lace-dress-womens.jsp?color=Champagne
I would love the Chaps Embellished Faux-Wrap Evening Gown for its flow and white color.
I love the Candie’s® Women’s Double-Strap Dress High Heels. The neutral color is great and they look like they could be worn with a lot of different looks!
I would like the Plus Size Connected Apparel Lace Faux-Wrap Dress because it looks figure flattering and feminine. Thank you for the chance to win!
I love the Chay Lace Textured Sheath Dress in the beautiful teal color.
It is so pretty and looks like it would be really comfortable.
Thanks for the chance.
Floral dress, it is a garden!!!
I would pick the Women’s AB Studio Geometric Paisley Fit & Flare Dress because it is pretty.
I really love the Connected Apparel Sequin Drapeneck Lace Dress. It’s beautiful, elegant, classic and would be great for an outdoor summer wedding.
I would plan my whole outfit around these Jennifer Lopez Platform Peeptoe shoes! kohls.com/product/prd-1180390/jennifer-lopez-peep-toe-platform-high-heels-women.jsp They are so pretty! So Mother of the Bridely!